Southern Menorca beaches tour: 7-hour boat trip with paella

Swim at five remote coves, then eat paella on the boat between stops

A 7-hour boat tour along southern Menorca visits the island's most secluded beaches and coves (Cala Macarella, Macarelleta, Son Saura and others) with time to swim and snorkel at each stop. Mixed paella with chicken and seafood, plus sangria and orange, is served on board. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German. The difficult land access to these coves makes the boat the practical way to reach them all in one day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit and bathe on southern beaches

• Visit lighthouse on way
• Disembark at Son Saura beach
• Optional 15-minute walk to Es Talaier cove
• Boat visit to remote cove near Son Saura
• Boat visit to Macarella and Macarelleta coves
• Bathe and snorkel at popular beach

The experience

The boat leaves for the south coast and works its way through five stops, each one a different beach or cove. You'll pass the lighthouse on the way out and back, then spend time swimming and exploring at Son Saura (where a 15-minute path leads to the smaller Es Talaier cove if you want to walk), and at the famous pair of Cala Macarella and Macarelleta. The final stop is a beach with the clearest water on the island, popular for snorkeling straight from the sand or from the boat itself. Between stops, the crew serves a mixed paella with chicken and seafood, accompanied by sangria and orange juice.

The 7-hour day means you're on the water from morning into early afternoon, with enough time at each cove to swim, rest and take in the landscape without rushing. Audio guides in five languages let you learn about what you're seeing as you go. Bring a towel and sunscreen. Coolers and outside food are not permitted on board, though travelers with food intolerances can bring their own meals to eat during the paella service.

What’s included

• Mixed paella with chicken and seafood, sangria and orange juice.
• audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French or German.
• boat access to five southern coves including Cala Macarella, Macarelleta and Son Saura.
• time to swim and snorkel at each stop.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 5 May 2027

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 170

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Menorca Blava

Is this one for you?This tour works well for groups and families who want to visit multiple remote beaches in one day without arranging separate transport to each cove. The boat handles the difficult land access, and the fixed stops mean you're not choosing between sites. You're seeing them all.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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 are the main beaches and coves I'll visit on this tour?

The tour stops at five locations: Son Saura, where you can also hike to Es Talaier cove; Cala Macarella and Macarelleta, two famous neighboring coves; and a final beach known for the clearest water on the island and good snorkeling. You'll also pass a lighthouse on the way out and back.

Is the paella included in the ticket price, and can I bring my own food instead?

Mixed paella with chicken and seafood, plus sangria and orange, is included and served on board. If you have a food intolerance, you can bring your own meal to eat during the paella service, though the ticket price remains the same.

How much time do I get to swim and snorkel at each beach?

The 7-hour tour includes multiple stops with time to swim and explore at each cove. At Son Saura, you can also take a 15-minute walk to reach Es Talaier if you want to venture beyond the main beach.

What languages are the audio guides available in?

Audio guides are provided in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German, so you can learn about the coast and coves as you travel.

Are there any restrictions on what I can bring on the boat?

Coolers and outside food are not allowed on board, except for personal meals if you have a food intolerance. Pets are also not permitted. No food or drink other than what is served can be consumed on the boat.