Mallorca: Catamaran Small Group Cruise with Tapas & Swim

Summary

Small group sailing in Mallorca with tapas, swimming and sea air

You’ll board a small-group catamaran in Mallorca for four hours of relaxed sailing, swimming in clear blue coves, and sharing homemade Spanish tapas with new friends. With your local skipper guiding you and fresh cocktails or mocktails served onboard, it’s easy to let go and just enjoy the moment—you might even forget what time it is.

What’s the experience like?

"You can leave your shoes here," Helmuth said, gesturing to a little basket by the dock in Santa Ponsa. I hesitated—my sandals were already half-full of sand anyway—and then just shrugged them off. The sun was barely up over the buildings, but you could already smell sunscreen and salt in the air. Nadine was setting out glasses behind the tiny bar as we climbed onto the Sail4fun catamaran, grinning like she’d been waiting for us all week. There were only maybe ten of us, so it felt more like joining someone’s friends than a big tour group.

I kept thinking how different everything looked from the water. Mallorca’s coastline is all jagged cliffs and little coves you’d never spot from the road. When we stopped to swim, I jumped straight in (colder than I expected) and floated on my back for a while just listening to the slap of waves under the hull. Someone handed me a sea scooter—I almost crashed into a paddleboarder but he just laughed and waved me on. Honestly, I didn’t expect to care about snorkeling, but seeing those tiny silver fish darting around was weirdly peaceful.

Lunch was homemade tapas—proper Spanish ones, not touristy stuff—and they tasted even better after swimming. I tried to order a mocktail in Spanish; Nadine corrected my accent gently and then made me something with mint that smelled like her garden back home. We all sprawled out on the trampoline nets afterward, sun-warmed and full, Helmuth telling stories about storms he’s sailed through (“not today,” he promised). Time got kind of fuzzy out there—no one checked their phone much except to take photos of each other splashing around.

I still think about that hour stretched out under the sun, salty hair stuck to my forehead, watching clouds drift over Mallorca’s cliffs. It wasn’t fancy or anything—just real people sharing food and sea air for a few hours before heading back to shore.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Catamaran cruise with tapas and swimming

• Meet skipper at Burger King Santa Ponsa
• Board the 42 ft. catamaran Sail4fun
• Relax on large trampoline
• Enjoy cocktails and Spanish tapas
• Swim and snorkel in clear water
• Use seascooters, floating devices, and SUP boards

Top questions

Where does the Mallorca catamaran cruise depart from?

The cruise departs from Santa Ponsa. You’ll meet your skipper near Burger King at the marina.

How long is the catamaran cruise?

The small group cruise lasts about 4 hours.

Are drinks included on this Mallorca catamaran trip?

Cocktails and mocktails are available for purchase onboard; water is provided.

Is lunch included on this tour?

Yes, homemade Spanish tapas are included during the cruise.

Can I swim or snorkel during the trip?

Yes, there are stops for swimming and snorkeling in clear water using provided equipment.

Is this tour suitable for families with kids?

Yes, infants and children are welcome; specialized infant seats are available if needed.

What’s the maximum group size on this catamaran cruise?

The maximum number of guests is 13 per sailing trip.

Are transfers from Palma cruise terminal available?

Taxis can be arranged from Palma cruise terminal to Santa Ponsa for groups of 5 or more.

What’s included

Your day includes four hours aboard a 42-foot catamaran with space for just 13 guests, use of snorkeling gear plus floating devices and sea scooters, homemade Spanish tapas served onboard by your crew, drinks available for purchase (including fresh cocktails), and guidance from your local skipper throughout your Mallorca sailing adventure.