Snorkeling and Paddle Surfing in Palma Bay, Mallorca

Snorkel and paddle surf from a private boat, with the captain choosing the cove

Snorkel and paddle surf on a 2.5-hour boat excursion through Palma Bay, Mallorca, with a maximum of nine people per boat. The captain picks the stop—Punta Negra, Illetes or Portals Vells—based on sea conditions to give you the clearest water and calmest conditions. Snorkeling gear, paddle surf boards and a sea scooter come on board; water, soft drinks and beers are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour with snorkeling and paddle surf

• Board the boat in Palma Bay
• Sail along the Mallorcan coast
• Stop for swimming and snorkeling
• Use paddle surf boards and sea scooter
• Enjoy drinks and relax on board
• Return to Palma Bay

The Experience

The boat holds nine people maximum, which means you're not jostling for space or waiting for someone else's turn at the rail. Your captain knows the coast and the conditions—he'll pick the cove that day, whether that's Punta Negra with its turquoise shallows or another spot where the water is clearest. You get roughly half an hour at the stop to swim, snorkel through the marine life, or float on a paddle surf board at your own pace.

Everything you need is on board: snorkeling mask, paddle surf boards to slide across the water, and a sea scooter if you want to move faster underwater. Water, soft drinks and beers are included, so you can stay hydrated without rationing. The boat itself is the base—you're not herded through a crowded beach or fighting a schedule. The captain shares stories about the Mallorcan coast as you sail, and the route stays flexible. If conditions shift, he adjusts.

Bring sunscreen and a towel; neither is provided. You'll need to get yourself to the meeting point—transport to the port is on you. If you want to eat during the trip, bring something along; meals aren't part of the package. Infants sit on an adult's lap. The activity suits any fitness level.

What’s included

• Snorkeling mask, paddle surf boards and a sea scooter.
• water, soft drinks and beers.
• expert local captain who shares stories about the coast and chooses the day's stop based on conditions.
• small group of up to nine people per boat.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Saltytours Mallorca

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to control your own pace in the water—snorkel when you want, paddle surf when you want, float when you want—without a guide directing you through a fixed itinerary. The captain's choice of cove based on the day's sea conditions means you get the clearest, calmest water available, not a predetermined spot.

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Top questions

What's the water like at Punta Negra where we stop?

Punta Negra is a cove with crystal-clear Mediterranean water, one of three possible stops the captain may choose depending on sea conditions that day. The shallow, calm waters make it ideal for snorkeling and paddling.

How much time do we actually spend in the water?

The boat makes a single long stop of about half an hour at the cove, giving you time to swim, snorkel and relax without rushing between multiple sites.

What snorkeling and water equipment comes with the boat?

Snorkeling masks, paddle surf boards and a sea scooter are all included on board, so you can explore above and below the surface without bringing your own gear.

Is food included, or should I bring something?

Water, soft drinks and beers are included, but meals and snacks are not—bring food if you want to eat during the 2.5-hour trip.

How many people are on the boat?

The boat holds a maximum of nine people, keeping the group small and comfortable without crowding.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the boat?

Yes, you'll need to get yourself to the meeting point at the port; transportation to the departure location is not included.