Cala Ratjada: Stand Up Paddle & Snorkel Tour Small Group

Learn to paddle and snorkel off Mallorca's quietest cove in 90 minutes

You arrive at Cala Ratjada, learn stand-up paddle basics in the shallows, then paddle along the coast for 90 minutes with a guide who stops at snorkeling spots and adjusts the route to your pace. You get all equipment, a snorkel mask, water, and photos. Transport to the beach is your responsibility.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stand Up Paddle tour in Cala Ratjada

• Introductory Stand Up Paddle class
• Explore Cala Ratjada landscapes by paddle
• Swim and snorkel in unique spots

The experience

The boards are already lined up on the sand when you arrive, and your guide is running through the basics: feet shoulder-width apart, knees soft, paddle grip loose. Within ten minutes you're upright and moving, which is faster than you'd think. The introductory class happens right there in the shallows of Cala Ratjada, so there's no sitting in a classroom or watching a video. You get on the board and learn by doing, with the guide staying close enough to correct your weight or your stroke.

Once you've got the rhythm, the tour moves out along the coast. The water is clear enough that you see the bottom, and the cliffs rise up behind you in that particular Mallorca shade of rust and gold. Your guide points out where to paddle next, and you stop at spots that are too small or too rocky to reach any other way: places where the snorkeling is actually worth the effort. You've got a snorkel mask included, and the guide knows which rocks hold fish and where the water stays calm enough to float and look down without fighting the current. There's time to swim between stops, and the whole thing moves at a pace that doesn't leave you gasping.

The small group size (nobody says exactly how many, but it's not a lineup of twenty boards) means the guide can actually see you and adjust the route if someone needs a break or if the conditions shift. You get bottled water, the photos the guide takes on their phone, and all the equipment. Transport to Cala Ratjada isn't included, so you'll need to arrange that yourself, but once you're there, everything else is handled.

What’s included

Stand-up paddle board and paddle for each participant, snorkel mask, professional guide for the full 90 minutes, bottled water, and photos taken during the tour. You arrange your own transport to Cala Ratjada.

Options for this experience

3 options

Daytime excursionGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 1 Jul 2027Lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Sunset tourGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 1 Jun 2027Lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Sunrise tourGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 14 Jun 2027Lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Jun 2027

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (19 to 60 years) · Youth (12 to 18 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 9

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by SUP Center Cala Ratjada

Is this one for you?Right for anyone who wants to learn paddleboarding in a real setting rather than a pool, and who doesn't mind arranging their own transport to the beach: the small group and calm cove mean you'll actually improve and see something underwater, not just float around.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 18 years); Child (6 to 11 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need SUP experience to join?

No. The tour includes a beginner class in shallow water before you head out. The guide stays with the group and offers advice as you go.

How long is the actual paddling?

90 minutes total, including the introductory class and snorkeling stops. The pace is steady but not rushed.

Is transport from my hotel included?

No. You'll need to arrange your own way to Cala Ratjada. Public transportation is available nearby.

What's included in the tour?

Stand-up paddle board, paddle, snorkel mask, guide, bottled water, and photos taken during the tour.

Can I bring my own snorkel gear?

A snorkel mask is provided. You can bring your own if you prefer, but it's not necessary.

What if I'm not a strong swimmer?

The guide stays with the group and adjusts stops based on ability. You'll be on a flotation device (the board) the entire time, and snorkeling happens in calm, shallow spots.

What should I bring?

Sunscreen, a change of clothes, and a way to carry your phone or valuables. Water and snorkel gear are provided.