Snorkeling in Sant Elm: Kayak to Cala en Tió with caves
Paddle past caves, swim in the bay, paddle back
Kayak and snorkel from Sant Elm, a fishing village on Mallorca's northwest coast, paddling three hours to Cala en Tió and back. You get kayak, paddles, life vest, snorkel gear and water shoes; a guide in English, Spanish or German stays with you the whole way, teaches you about Dragonera island and its history, and brings you safely back to shore. No experience needed, and the route adjusts if weather turns.
The Experience
Sant Elm sits in the foothills of the Tramuntana mountains, and the kayak launches from there. You paddle along the coast past Punta de na Galinda toward Cala en Tió, passing sea caves as you go. The guide tells you about Dragonera island—its history, the plants and animals that live there—while you move through the water at your own pace. A life vest and waterproof bag come with you; water shoes protect your feet on the rocks.
The bay at Cala en Tió is where the day opens up. You have time to swim or snorkel in water clear enough to see what lives below. The guide stays nearby. After the break, you paddle back to Sant Elm the way you came, arriving three hours after you started.
No qualifications are required. Before you push off, the guide gives a safety briefing and walks you through the equipment. Children from age two can come along in specialized infant seats. The route may shift if weather changes, and the guide will work with you to find an alternative that still works.
What’s included
Kayak, paddles, life vest, waterproof bag, water shoes and snorkel equipment; safety briefing and guide in English, Spanish or German for the full three hours.
Operated by Keida Enjoy Mallorca
Is this one for you?The trip starts and ends in Sant Elm itself, so you don't need a car or a ride to a distant beach—the guide meets you at the village and brings you back there when the day is done.
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Top questions
Do I need to know how to kayak before I book this?
No qualifications are required. The guide stays with you the entire time and gives a safety briefing before the trip starts, so you learn as you go.
What happens if the weather turns bad on the day?
The route may change due to weather conditions. The guide will consult with you to find an alternative route that still works, so the trip can go ahead safely.
Is snorkel equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?
Snorkel equipment comes with the kayak rental—you get paddles, life vest, waterproof bag, water shoes and snorkel gear all included.
Can I bring my young child on this kayak trip?
Children are welcome from age two. Specialized infant seats are available, so younger children can come along safely in the kayak.
How long is the whole trip, and when do I get time to snorkel?
The trip takes three hours total. After paddling to Cala en Tió, you have time in the bay to swim or snorkel before paddling back to Sant Elm.
What language does the guide speak?
The guide is available in English, Spanish or German. You choose your language when you book.
Snorkeling in Sant Elm: Kayak to Cala en Tió with caves
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