About this tour
Set sail from Palma or Can Pastilla aboard a traditional wooden vessel for a three-hour coastal voyage through the Bay of Palma Nature Reserve. Your crew will anchor at Cala Vella for swimming and snorkelling, then serve a grilled spread on deck—burgers, sausages, fresh mozzarella skewers, spring rolls and seasonal fruit—alongside drinks. The pace is leisurely, the crew knowledgeable locals, and the bay views genuinely spectacular.
Highlights
- Traditional wooden boat with crew who know the coast well
- Swim and snorkel at Cala Vella's sheltered cove
- Barbecued lunch and cold drinks served aboard
- Protected Nature Reserve waters with wildlife sightings likely
- Departures from Palma (Friday) or Can Pastilla (Mon–Sun)
What to expect
You'll board a classic timber boat and motor gently out into the bay, passing rocky inlets and clear turquoise water. After 30–40 minutes, the crew will anchor at Cala Vella, a quiet swimming spot with decent snorkelling if conditions allow. Most people jump in for 45 minutes. Back on deck, the kitchen fires up: expect charred meat, tangy tomato-and-basil bites, crispy rolls and cold fruit plates. Music plays softly. You'll drift, eat, chat and watch the shoreline. The whole experience feels informal and paced for soaking in the scenery rather than rushing.
Good to know
Snorkelling gear incurs a €10 deposit. Infants sit on laps; prams aren't practical aboard. Public transport serves both departure points. Friday trips leave from central Palma; all other days depart Can Pastilla. Bring sun protection and a light cover-up.
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.







