Snorkeling in northern Menorca from Port of Addaia

Snorkel the north coast's hidden coves and see the seabed teeming with fish

A three-hour snorkeling excursion on a semi-rigid motorboat departing from Port of Addaia in northern Menorca, with a local guide who skippers the boat. You snorkel at Cala Pudent and other rocky coves, swim in shallow turquoise waters, and visit the Favaritx Lighthouse. Life jackets, snorkeling equipment, and a ladder for water entry are included. The boat holds up to twelve travelers.

Step-by-step itinerary

Speedboat tour of northern Menorca coves

• Depart from Port of Addaia
• Enjoy views and tranquility of Addaia Bay
• Visit horseshoe-shaped beach with shallow waters
• Explore Arenal de Son Saura sea inlet
• Snorkel and observe marine life at Cala Pudent
• Discover rocky cove with Posidonia meadows
• Visit Favaritx Lighthouse and slate cliffs
• Relax at isolated Savinar de Mongofra Beach
• Return to Port of Addaia

The experience

The boat leaves Port of Addaia, a small natural harbor on Menorca's north coast, with a local guide who both skippers and narrates the route. You're headed to coves most visitors never reach by land: Cala Pudent, a virgin beach where Posidonia meadows draw fish close to shore; a rocky unnamed cove with a spectacular seabed; and Savinar de Mongofra, an isolated inlet that stays empty even in high season because there's no road to it. The motorboat is built for twelve, so the group stays small enough that the guide can point out what's moving in the water and answer questions without shouting.

At each stop, you put on the snorkeling gear (included) and slip in using the boat's ladder. Cala Pudent's sand banks and seagrass meadows fill with the island's characteristic marine fauna. The guide knows what you're looking at and why it matters. The water is shallow and transparent, so you see the seabed clearly. Between snorkel sites, you swim in turquoise shallows that feel like a natural pool because the north coast's gentle slope and light breeze keep the waves down. The boat also passes the Favaritx Lighthouse, a white tower with a black spiral band perched on slate cliffs, though you're seeing it from the water, not climbing to it.

The whole outing runs three hours, and you're back at Port of Addaia by the agreed time. The operator holds that as a hard stop. Arrive twenty minutes early so the boat can leave on schedule. Life jackets are provided and required. Paddle surf boards are on board if you want them. If you're traveling with an infant, they sit on an adult's lap. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, or French depending on the departure you book.

What’s included

• Life jackets and snorkeling equipment.
• a ladder for water entry and exit.
• paddle surf boards.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 27 Jul 2027

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Italian

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Menorca Nord Sea Experience

Is this one for you?Port of Addaia is a small natural harbor on the north coast with no road access from the main towns, so this boat departure works best if you're staying nearby or willing to drive to the port. Arriving twenty minutes early is essential because the boat leaves on time and will not delay for latecomers.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian.

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's the water like for snorkeling at Cala Pudent?

Cala Pudent has shallow, transparent water with sand banks and Posidonia meadows that attract fish and marine life typical of Menorca's north coast. The gentle slope and light breeze keep waves moderate, so visibility stays good and the water feels calm.

How many people fit on the boat?

The semi-rigid motorboat holds up to twelve travelers, so the group stays small enough for the guide to point out marine life and answer questions throughout the three hours.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

Snorkeling equipment is included in the excursion. Life jackets and a ladder for entering and exiting the water are also provided.

What is the Favaritx Lighthouse like?

The Favaritx Lighthouse sits on a cape with a distinctive white tower marked by a black spiral band, surrounded by imposing slate cliffs in a rugged natural setting. You see it from the boat as you pass along the coast, not as a stop where you go ashore.

Can I book a roundtrip shuttle from my hotel?

A roundtrip shuttle service is available. Contact the operator to arrange it based on where you're staying.