Private Boat Snorkeling & Paddle Surfing: Bay of Palma

Sail your own spacious boat to swim, snorkel, and paddle in calm turquoise coves.

A private boat tour in the Bay of Palma where your group snorkels in turquoise coves accessible only from the sea and tries stand-up paddle surfing, with all equipment, a skipper, and bottled water included. The boat, Mankantas, carries only your party; a safety briefing happens before departure. Tours run 4 hours, with a sunset option lasting 2 hours.

The Experience

The boat heads east and southwest into the Bay of Palma to reach coves with clear water and marine life that have no beach access. You snorkel with equipment sized for any age—masks, fins, snorkels all provided—and an underwater camera comes along so you can keep the footage. Between snorkel sites, the boat carries you back out, and you get time to try stand-up paddle surfing in the same water. Bottled water is on board; the skipper handles navigation and timing.

Because the boat is yours alone, the day moves at your pace. No other groups, no shared schedule beyond the one you set. A safety briefing happens before you leave the dock; smoking is not allowed on board. The skipper speaks English, Spanish, Italian or Romanian, depending on which language you book.

Three departure options exist: a full 4-hour tour with snorkeling and paddle surfing, a snorkel-focused version also in Palma de Mallorca, or a 2-hour sunset sail. Pick the one that fits your group's energy and how much time you have in port or on the island.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment sized for any age.
• stand-up paddle boards.
• bottled water.
• skipper.
• GoPro underwater camera.
• Bluetooth speaker.
• fuel.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by miniBARco

Is this one for you?Book the full 4-hour tour if your group wants time to snorkel multiple coves and try paddle surfing without rushing; choose the 2-hour sunset sail if you're docked in port or short on time but still want to be on the water with the group.

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Top questions

Can kids and infants come on this boat?

Yes. Infants must sit on an adult's lap; snorkeling equipment adapts to any age. The tour is family and kids friendly, and all fitness levels are welcome.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

Snorkeling gear, stand-up paddle boards, bottled water, the skipper, fuel, a GoPro camera, and a Bluetooth speaker are all included. Bring a towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes; the boat has no shower.

How long does the tour actually take on the water?

The full tour runs 4 hours; the sunset option is 2 hours. The skipper will tell you the exact departure and return time when you book.

Is this tour suitable if I'm pregnant?

The operator does not recommend this tour for pregnant travelers due to the boat motion and snorkeling activity.

What languages does the skipper speak?

The skipper speaks English, Spanish, Italian, or Romanian depending on which language you select at booking.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join?

No. The equipment is provided and sized to fit, and the skipper will give a safety briefing before you enter the water. Suitable for all physical fitness levels.