Sunset Sailing Tour Palma de Mallorca: 3-Hour Private Cruise

Sail past Palma's Cathedral at golden hour, then drop anchor in a quiet bay with wine and snacks.

A 3-hour private sunset sailing tour departing from Real Club Nàutico de Palma that takes you past the city's historic waterfront—the Cathedral, Almudaina Palace and promenade—then into one of five bays (Badia de Palma, Can Pastilla, Portixol, Cala Major or Illetas) where you swim, snorkel or paddle while the light changes. The boat carries life jackets, snorkelling gear and stand-up paddleboards; the price includes all drinks (beer, wine, cava), fresh fruit, baguette with alioli and chips. A guide speaks English, Spanish, French, German and one additional language. Dietary requests (gluten-free, vegetarian, sugar-free) are available on request.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset sailing and bay visit

• Start at Real Club Nàutico de Palma marina
• See Palma promenade and historic facade
• View Cathedral and Almudaina Palace
• Sail to a nearby bay
• Enjoy sea, snacks, and local wines

The Experience

The boat leaves from Real Club Nàutico de Palma, the city's main marina, and the first part of the sail takes you along the waterfront where you pass the Cathedral and the Almudaina Palace—the historic facade that defines Palma's skyline. The promenade runs alongside, and the guide points out the landmarks as you move through the water. This opening stretch sets up what comes next: once you clear the city, the boat heads toward one of five bays depending on the weather and sea conditions that day.

The bay where you anchor becomes your base for the remaining hours. You can swim in the clear water, use the snorkelling equipment to explore below the surface, or take out a stand-up paddleboard if you want to move under your own power. The boat stays anchored, so there's no rush—you set your own pace in and out of the water. A restroom is on board, and life jackets are provided for anyone who wants one.

Food and drink arrive as the light shifts. The spread includes fresh fruit, seeds, baguette with alioli and chips, plus all the beer, wine and cava you want. If you need gluten-free, vegetarian or sugar-free options, those can be arranged when you book. The tour runs 3 hours total, which means you're back on land before dark, though the best light for photographs happens in that final stretch when the sun is low.

What’s included

• All drinks—beer, wine and cava.
• fresh fruit, seeds, baguette with alioli and chips.
• snorkelling equipment and stand-up paddleboards.
• life jackets.
• a live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and one additional language.
• passenger and liability insurance.
• use of the restroom on board.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Sailin'Palma

Is this one for you?The 3-hour window means you can fit the tour into an afternoon or early evening without losing the rest of your day—sail, swim and eat while the light holds, then return to Palma with time for dinner ashore. If you want a full-day sailing experience or an overnight trip, look for a longer charter instead.

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Top questions

What's the difference between the five bays where the boat anchors?

Badia de Palma Bay, Can Pastilla, Portixol, Cala Major and Illetas are all on Mallorca's coast near Palma, each with clear water suitable for swimming and snorkelling. The captain chooses which one based on weather and sea conditions on the day you sail, so you get the calmest option available.

Can I snorkel and paddleboard on the same tour, or do I have to pick one?

You can do both. The boat carries snorkelling equipment and stand-up paddleboards, and you're anchored in the bay for hours, so you move between the water and the board at your own pace—no schedule, no rotation.

What time does the sunset sailing tour depart and return?

The tour runs for 3 hours and is timed to catch the sunset, so departure is in the late afternoon. Exact times depend on the season and when the sun sets that day; confirm the specific departure time when you book.

Is the guide included, and what languages do they speak?

A live guide is included and speaks English, Spanish, French, German and one additional language. They narrate the sail past Palma's landmarks and are on board throughout.

Are there dietary options if I'm vegetarian or have allergies?

Gluten-free, lactose-free, sugar-free and vegetarian meals are available on request when you book. Let the operator know your needs at checkout and they'll arrange it for your departure.

Do I need to bring my own life jacket or snorkelling gear?

No. Life jackets and snorkelling equipment are provided on board at no extra cost. Stand-up paddleboards are also included if you want to use one.