Palma Bay Snorkeling Boat Tour with Biologist

Snorkel the Palma Bay Nature Reserve with a biologist on board

A 2.5-hour boat tour of the Palma Bay Nature Reserve in Mallorca with snorkeling stops, a live biologist guide in English or Spanish, and one drink included. The boat departs Fridays from Palma or other days from Can Pastilla. Snorkeling equipment is provided (€10 deposit); the crew handles the route and timing so you focus on the water and what lives in it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour with snorkeling in Palma Bay

• Start of the boat trip
• Snorkeling in Palma Marine Reserve

The Experience

The boat leaves Palma on Fridays or Can Pastilla on other days, carrying a small group and a biologist who works the waters you're about to enter. The crew plays music and keeps the pace relaxed—this is not a rushed circuit of stops but a journey built around time in the water. You get snorkeling gear (a €10 deposit covers it) and one drink, beer, sangria or water, so you're not managing logistics while you're trying to see what's below the surface.

The snorkeling happens in the Palma Bay Nature Reserve, where the biologist explains what you're looking at—the marine life, the ecosystem, the reasons things live where they do. You're not just swimming over coral or fish; you're learning why the reserve exists and what you're actually seeing. The water is clear enough that the difference between snorkeling with someone who knows the place and snorkeling alone becomes obvious fast.

Wheelchair-accessible boats and public transport nearby mean getting to the departure point is straightforward. Infants can come along (they sit on an adult's lap), and the tour suits all fitness levels. The whole thing runs 2.5 hours, so it fits into a day without consuming it.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment with a €10 deposit.
• boat tour of the Palma Bay Nature Reserve.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• one drink (beer, sangria or water).
• all fees and taxes.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sa Calma Boats

Is this one for you?Book the Friday departure from Palma if you're based there; choose Can Pastilla on other days if that's closer to where you're staying. The biologist guide is the reason to pick this tour over a standard snorkeling boat—you learn the ecosystem instead of just swimming through it.

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Top questions

What exactly is the snorkeling like in the Palma Bay Nature Reserve?

The Palma Bay Nature Reserve has clear water where you can see the marine ecosystem the biologist guide explains—fish, coral and the habitat they depend on. You snorkel from the boat during a dedicated stop, not a quick dip between other activities.

Which departure point should I choose, Palma or Can Pastilla?

The boat leaves Palma on Fridays only; every other day it departs from Can Pastilla. Pick whichever matches your schedule and where you are staying that day.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling gear is provided with the tour. A €10 deposit covers it; you return the equipment at the end and get the deposit back.

What does the biologist guide actually do during the tour?

The biologist is on board to teach you about the marine life and ecosystem of the Palma Bay Nature Reserve while you're snorkeling—so you understand what you're seeing instead of just looking at fish.

How long is the whole tour, and what's included to drink?

The tour runs 2.5 hours. One drink is included—you choose beer, sangria or water.

Can I bring young children or infants on this boat tour?

Yes. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the boat is wheelchair accessible if you need that option.