Trips to places that are hard to reach by road, such as Caló des Moro, Cala Marmols and the sea caves. Choose a classic boat or a speedboat, and bring a swimsuit.
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A caves and coves boat tour follows the rocky coast of Mallorca, slips into sea caves and anchors in secluded shallow bays. It appeals to snorkellers, scenery lovers and photographers. We list 19 caves and coves boat tours in Mallorca on this page.
We would start with the coast, since the high cliffs of north-west Mallorca differ from the sandy coves of its south-east. Then decide how fast you want to travel, and how many strangers you are happy to share a swim with.
Travellers have left more than 1,025 reviews on the boat tours shown here, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
Of the boat tours shown here, the one with the most reviews is "Colonia Sant Jordi: Classic & Express Boat Tour to Cabrera", with more than 381 reviews and a rating of 4.6 out of 5.
Across this page, a boat tour lasts from 1 to 6 hours.
Scenery lovers should look at Sa Calobra, a gorge flanked by huge cliffs where the Torrent de Pareis meets the sea. A speedboat from Sóller adds Cala Tuent and a swim, in about 120 minutes.
Swimmers who picture white sand can look at the small RIB from Cala Figuera in the south-east, which runs to Cala Marmols and Caló des Moro. A soft drink or beer comes on board. You can choose between a shorter and a longer version, so check how long each one takes.
Small parties can look at Can Picafort in the north, where a licensed driver takes only a handful of people out with no guide. Snorkelling gear is on board. It also runs in German, and it takes about 180 minutes.
Families and couples who want privacy can linger where they like on a private luxury boat in the south-west of Mallorca. It visits caves and snorkelling spots, and floats and water toys come with it. We would pick this one when children set the pace.
Thrill-seekers can mix speed and effort on the northern coast of Mallorca. A certified local guide combines a speedboat ride with a kayak under the cliffs of Serra del Cavall Bernat, and the route reaches the beach of Cala Bóquer.
| Type of boat tour | ★ | Duration | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speedboat from Sóller to Sa Calobra | 4.7 | 120 min | Snorkel equipment |
| Very small group from Can Picafort | 4.8 | 180 min | Licensed driver + snorkelling gear |
| Private luxury boat in the south-west | 5.0 | 150 min | Insurance + floats and water toys |
| Speedboat plus kayak on the north coast | — | 210 min | Certified guide + all equipment + insurance |
Table data is indicative and comes from the GuruWalk catalogue. Each activity's current details, including availability, are the ones shown on its listing when you book.
Size decides how close you get on the Mallorca coast, because speedboats and RIBs can enter sea caves that larger boats cannot reach. We would ask about the caves before you book if going inside is the whole point.
Most cove excursions around Mallorca shut for winter, since heavy winds make swimming impractical. The water is at its best for a swim in high summer, and late spring can feel brisk.
The east coast is the natural place to look, with narrow sandy inlets such as Cala Varques. From Cala Figuera, boats reach Cala Marmols and Caló des Moro. In the north-west, boats from Sóller call at Cala Tuent.
Smaller boats can, and Mallorca's speedboats and RIBs reach sea caves that larger vessels cannot enter. Conditions on the day still decide how close you get.
Sa Calobra is reached by a winding road, and the boat from Port de Sóller gives front-row views of its cliffs.
