About this tour
When Alex from our team got behind the wheel of a Formula One slingshot and buggy combo in Mallorca, we found ourselves carving through Calvià's coastal roads with proper adrenaline and scenery in equal measure. The 2.5-hour loop swings past Malgratz Island for photo stops, climbs to Es Grau in Estellencs for golden-hour views, then drops into Port Andratx before winding back through mountain passes. It's a blend of go-kart thrills and legitimate sightseeing — the kind of thing that appeals to drivers who want their tour with a pulse, not a coach seat.
Highlights
- Malgratz Island stop lets you frame the Balearic backdrop properly
- Es Grau at sunset: golden-hour views from a hilltop vantage
- Driver swap mid-tour keeps energy up and boredom out
- Port Andratx coastal section feels properly exclusive and quick
- Mountain returns reveal golf course vistas and ridge-line bends
- Two to three stops means variety, not dawdling
- Guides prep you before you drive — not just tag along
What to expect
You'll get a pre-drive brief from your guide, then it's straight into either the slingshot or buggy depending on the route order. The coastal run toward Malgratz is genuinely scenic — you're not stuck in a minibus, you're piloting something with actual steering response. The 10-minute island stop at Malgratz feels earned; the photo angles are there and the break's the right length. Es Grau is where the tour peaks: the climb to that hilltop view in the golden hour is the payoff, and you'll swap vehicles here so everyone gets cockpit time in both machines.
Port Andratx feels zippy and upmarket — low-key but the kind of stop that makes the route feel purposeful. The return through the mountains is where the drive-your-own-car buzz really lands: proper bends, proper views, no traffic fatigue. Pacing is tight but not rushed. You'll feel like you've actually driven Mallorca, not just watched it blur past.
What travellers say
- You actually drive — not a passenger watching someone else steer
- Golden-hour timing at Es Grau delivers genuinely beautiful light
- Two vehicles keep novelty high and everyone gets both
- Coastal and mountain roads blend scenery with real driving feel
- Child and infant seats mean families aren't locked out
- Guides brief before, not during — you focus on the road
- Driver insurance gap is your problem, not theirs — sort it early
- Open-air driving means sun and wind exposure all 2.5 hours
- Early timing required for sunset golden hour isn't for night owls
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This hits the sweet spot for drivers who want an actual driving experience wrapped in real sightseeing. Golden-hour timing at Es Grau is genuinely photogenic, and the route covers some of Mallorca's classier coastline without feeling touristy. Child seats and infant seats are available, so families with younger kids can make it work. Guides handle the commentary; you handle the fun. All fitness levels suit it because you're sitting down.
Insurance for the driver is your own responsibility — that's a detail worth sorting before you book. The slingshot and buggy are open-air, so weather matters: wind and sun exposure on a 2.5-hour drive is real. Early-ish timing (to catch golden hour) means an early pickup. Fuel's covered but if you're expecting a leisurely pace, this is more 'spirited driving' than Sunday cruise. Group size isn't specified, so check you're not in a convoy of ten.
Helmets provided if needed. Bring water (bottled water's included, but it's hot). Sunscreen non-negotiable. No hidden costs bar driver insurance. Public transport nearby if you want a getaway option post-tour.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.