Mallorca Private Sailing: Traditional Llaüt Charter in Palma Bay

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Duration4h–5h

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Sail Past Palma Cathedral on a Wooden Llaüt Built for Slowing Down

You board a traditional wooden llaüt and navigate Palma Bay at your own pace, passing the Cathedral and anchoring at hidden coves like Illetas and Punta Negra. The charter includes snorkeling equipment, paddle boards, a Mallorcan charcuterie board with local meats and cheese, water and drinks. Half-day and full-day options let you choose how long to stay, and the captain handles navigation while you swim, snorkel, or simply drift.

4h–5h

Step-by-step itinerary

Private sailing and sightseeing in Palma Bay

Board traditional Mallorcan llaüt
Sail past Palma Cathedral
Take photo in front of cathedral
Visit Marivent Palace from sea
Explore Illetas and Punta Negra coves
Swim, snorkel, or paddle surf
Enjoy Mallorcan snacks, water, and beer

The Experience

The boat you step onto isn't sleek or modern — it's a traditional llaüt, the kind Mallorcan fishermen have used for generations, and that's exactly the point. You're chartering it privately, which means no schedule beyond your own, no other groups, just the boat, the water, and whoever you brought with you. The route takes you past the Cathedral of Palma first — you'll see it rise from the water, massive and golden in the afternoon light — and then out toward Illetas and Punta Negra, two coves on the bay where the water turns so clear you can see the bottom from the deck.

Once you drop anchor, the day becomes whatever you want it to be. Some people swim and snorkel — the equipment is included, and the water stays warm enough through most of the year. Others float on paddle boards, also available on board, or just sit with a drink and watch the coast. Your guide (the boat's captain) knows the bay intimately and can point out Marivent Palace, the Spanish royal family's summer residence, visible from the water. The half-day charter runs about four hours; a full day gives you time to drift between two or three spots without rushing, and overnight options exist if you want to stay anchored and watch the sunset from the deck.

Lunch is a Mallorcan picada — cured meats, cheese, bread with tomato — served on board with water, beer, and soft drinks included. It's simple, local, and tastes better when you're eating it from a wooden boat in the middle of the bay. The snorkel gear, the paddle boards, the food, the drinks — all of it is already factored in, so you're not negotiating extras or calculating tips at the end of the day. You book the charter, show up at the dock in Palma, and the rest unfolds at whatever pace suits you.

What’s included

Fully-equipped private llaüt charter with captain.
snorkeling equipment and paddle boards.
bottled water, beer, soft drinks, and refreshments.
traditional Mallorcan picada with cured meats, cheese, and pan con tomate.
flexibility to choose half-day, full-day, or overnight options.
navigation past Palma Cathedral and views of Marivent Palace from the water.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Bona Vida Charter

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to sail Palma Bay without arranging a boat, managing a group, or sticking to a fixed itinerary — the private charter and included meals and equipment mean you show up and the day unfolds on your terms.