Bay of Palma sailing yacht tour: small groups, snorkeling

A modern sailboat, a captain who knows the coves, four hours with no one else on board.

Private sailing yacht experience in the Bay of Palma for up to nine passengers, led by a professional captain who anchors in calm coves with clear water for swimming and snorkeling. The boat departs from Club de Mar in Palma, includes a captain, soft drinks, snorkeling equipment and paddle boards, and runs four hours. Optional extras like champagne or paella can be arranged in advance.

The Experience

ISLANDER is a modern sailboat based at Club de Mar in Palma, a few minutes from the cruise terminal. You board with up to eight other passengers and a captain who has chosen the day's route—the boat sails into the Bay of Palma and anchors in coves with calm, clear water. The captain handles all navigation and timing; your job is to decide whether you want to swim, snorkel, paddle surf or sit on deck. Soft drinks and water come with the booking, and snorkeling equipment and a paddle board are on board.

The four-hour window is long enough to move between two or three spots without rushing, but short enough that the day stays focused. You can anchor and stay in one cove if that suits you better. The boat is not a party vessel—privacy and calm are the point, which is why it works for anniversaries, honeymoons, birthdays or just a day that matters. The captain speaks English, Spanish or Italian, and everything essential is included in the price with no hidden fees.

If you want champagne, cava, paella or tapas on board, those can be arranged ahead of time for an extra charge. The boat carries insurance, and the experience is designed for all fitness levels. Children and infants are welcome, and specialized seats are available if you need them.

What’s included

• Professional captain.
• soft drinks and water.
• snorkeling equipment.
• paddle board and floats.
• fuel.
• insurance and VAT—with the option to add champagne, cava, paella or tapas when you reserve.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Islander Charter Mallorca

Is this one for you?If your group speaks English, Spanish or Italian, the captain will guide you through the day in your language. The boat holds up to nine people, so it works for a couple's private moment or a small family or group of friends who want to sail together without strangers on board.

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Top questions

What's included in the sailing yacht experience?

The private yacht experience includes the captain and crew, fuel, soft drinks and water, snorkeling equipment, a paddle board, floats, and insurance. Optional extras like champagne, cava, paella or tapas can be added when you book.

How many people can sail on ISLANDER at once?

ISLANDER holds up to nine passengers plus the captain and crew, so the boat stays small and private even when full.

Where does the boat depart from, and how long is the sailing?

The yacht departs from Club de Mar in Palma, just minutes from the cruise terminal. The experience runs four hours, with time to sail to calm coves in the Bay of Palma and anchor for swimming or snorkeling.

Can I swim and snorkel during the sail?

Yes. The captain anchors in coves with clear, calm water where you can swim, snorkel with the included equipment, or paddle surf on the board that's on board.

What languages does the captain speak?

The captain speaks English, Spanish and Italian, so you can follow the experience comfortably in any of those languages.

Is this suitable for children and infants?

Yes. Infants and small children can come on board, and specialized infant seats are available. The experience is designed for all fitness levels.