Palma Bay catamaran cruise: Swim at Cala Vella with lunch

Sail across Palma Bay and swim in a hidden cove instead of a crowded beach

A five-hour catamaran cruise from Muelle de Golondrinas in Palma sails across Palma Bay past the Cathedral, then anchors at Cala Vella for swimming and snorkelling in turquoise water. The boat carries a buffet lunch on board (fresh bread with alioli, salads, wraps, skewers and chocolate brownie), and a crew offering personalised service. The cruise runs in English, Spanish, Italian, French and one other language.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran cruise with swim and lunch

• Depart from Las Golondrinas pier
• Sail along Palma Bay past old town and Cathedral
• Anchor at Cala Vella for swimming and snorkelling
• Enjoy buffet lunch on board

The experience

The catamaran leaves from Muelle de Golondrinas, the pier opposite Palma's Auditorium, and sails across Palma Bay with the old town and Cathedral in the background. The boat moves under sail when the wind allows, with soft music and the rhythm of the sea replacing engine noise. After cruising the bay, the crew anchors at Cala Vella, a cove with crystal-clear turquoise water where you can swim, snorkel or lie on the front nets of the catamaran.

Lunch happens on board while you are anchored at Cala Vella. The buffet includes fresh bread with homemade alioli, guacamole with tortilla chips, vegetable curry samosas, tomato and watermelon salad, Greek pasta salad with olives, a vegetarian wrap, mini beef burgers, ham and cheese piadina, and chicken tikka masala skewers. Chocolate brownie comes for dessert. The crew handles service close and personal, and you eat while the water stays calm around the boat.

The whole day runs five hours from departure to return. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller. Public transport reaches the pier, so you do not need a rental car to get there. The Auditorium is central to Palma and accessible by bus or taxi.

What’s included

• The five-hour cruise includes the catamaran sailing across Palma Bay.
• a swim stop and snorkelling time at Cala Vella.
• a buffet lunch on board with fresh bread, salads, wraps, skewers and dessert.
• and personalised service from the crew.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 10:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

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AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 70 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Tour2b

Is this one for you?The cruise departs from Muelle de Golondrinas in central Palma, opposite the Auditorium, so you reach it by public transport, taxi or a short walk from your hotel: no car rental needed. This settles the logistics for anyone staying in Palma without a vehicle or arriving by plane.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years); Infant (under 6): free.

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.

What is Cala Vella like for swimming?

Cala Vella is a hidden cove with crystal-clear turquoise water, calm enough for swimming and snorkelling. The catamaran anchors there, and you can swim from the boat or relax on the front nets while the crew serves lunch on board.

Does the catamaran sail or use an engine?

The catamaran sails when the wind allows, moving under sail with soft music and the Mediterranean breeze. This is what the operator calls silent sailing: the rhythm of the sea instead of engine noise.

What food is included in the lunch?

The buffet lunch includes fresh bread with homemade alioli, guacamole with tortilla chips, vegetable curry samosas, tomato and watermelon salad, Greek pasta salad, a vegetarian wrap, mini beef burgers, ham and cheese piadina, chicken tikka masala skewers and chocolate brownie for dessert.

How do I get to the pier if I don't have a car?

The catamaran departs from Muelle de Golondrinas, opposite Palma's Auditorium, which is in the city centre and reachable by public transport, taxi or on foot from central hotels. You do not need a rental car to reach the boarding pier.