Snorkeling in Palma de Mallorca: Private Sailing with Tapas

You anchor in a bay and decide how to spend the afternoon—snorkel, swim, paddle or lie on deck while the boat rocks gently.

A private half-day sailing tour from Real Club Nàutico de Palma takes you past the cathedral and Almudaina Palace, then to one of four west-coast bays (La Cueva Verde, Punta Negra, Palmanova or Cala Blava) where you snorkel, swim or stand-up paddle in clear water. The boat carries snorkeling gear, life jackets, local tapas and unlimited drinks; a guide speaks English, Spanish, French, German or Portuguese. The tour runs 4 hours and suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Half-day sailing tour in Palma

• Start at Real Club Nàutico de Palma
• See Palma promenade and historic facade
• View cathedral and Almudaina Palace from water
• Sail to a west coast bay
• Enjoy local tapas on board
• Swim, snorkel, or SUP in bay
• Relax and sunbathe on deck

The Experience

You board at Real Club Nàutico de Palma, the city's main marina, and sail past Palma's waterfront—the cathedral, the Almudaina Palace and the famous promenade all visible from the water. The boat then heads to one of four bays on the west coast, chosen by the captain based on wind and conditions that morning. La Cueva Verde, Punta Negra Bay, Palmanova and Cala Blava all sit within the same stretch of coast, so the choice is about which offers the calmest water and clearest visibility on the day you sail.

Once anchored, you have the afternoon to yourself. Snorkeling equipment is on board and ready; the water is clear enough that you see the bottom. If you don't want to go in, the deck is yours to sunbathe on, or you can try the stand-up paddle board. The boat carries a wide selection of local Mallorcan tapas—cold dishes, cured meats, cheese—and unlimited beer, wine, cava and soft drinks. Dietary requests (vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free, sugar-free meals) can be arranged when you book.

The whole tour runs four hours. You're back at the marina by early afternoon, which works well if you have the morning free or want to explore Palma's old town afterward. A guide is always on board and speaks your language; the boat carries passenger and liability insurance, and life jackets are provided for anyone who wants one.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and life jackets.
• stand-up paddle board.
• local Mallorcan tapas and cold dishes.
• unlimited beer, wine, cava and soft drinks.
• passenger and liability insurance.
• guide in English, Spanish, French, German or Portuguese.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Sailin'Palma

Is this one for you?The tour departs from Real Club Nàutico de Palma in the city center, reachable by public transport or a short walk from central hotels, so you don't need a car or a long transfer to get on the water. The 4-hour length fits a free afternoon and gets you back to explore Palma afterward.

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Top questions

What's the water like for snorkeling in Palma's west-coast bays?

The bays—La Cueva Verde, Punta Negra, Palmanova and Cala Blava—sit on Palma's clearest stretch of coast. The water is calm enough to anchor safely and clear enough to see the seabed, which is what makes snorkeling worthwhile. The captain picks the bay that morning based on wind and conditions.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling gear is included and on board; you don't need to bring anything. Life jackets are also provided if you want one.

What food and drinks come with the tour?

The tour includes a wide selection of local Mallorcan tapas—cold dishes, cured meats and cheese—plus unlimited beer, wine, cava and soft drinks. If you need vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free or sugar-free meals, those can be arranged when you book.

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

Real Club Nàutico de Palma sits in the city center and is reachable by public transport. The marina is near the cathedral and waterfront, so it's walkable from most central hotels or a short taxi ride from anywhere in Palma.

Can I just relax on deck instead of snorkeling or swimming?

Yes. Once anchored in the bay, you choose how to spend the afternoon—snorkel, swim, paddle, or stay on deck and sunbathe. The boat rocks gently at anchor, so you can rest without doing anything if that's what you want.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English, Spanish, French, German and Portuguese, so you can book in whichever language you're comfortable with.