Pollensa Bay, Paddle And Snorkel Gear

Mallorca Catamaran Tour in the Bay of Pollensa

★ 4.6 112 reviews

from $78 per person

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Duration: 4.5 hours
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Nofrills Excursions

Overview

This 4.5 hour catamaran trip with Nofrills Excursions starts and finishes at the Stay Restaurant on Moll Nou in Port de Pollença. The route hugs the north coast: you sail out of Pollensa Bay, pass the beaches of S'Illot in Alcúdia and Formentor, and slide by the Albercutx watchtower on the way to Ses Caletes, a cove stop of about 45 minutes for swimming, snorkelling and stand up paddle.

From there the boat continues to Formentor, where you get roughly an hour ashore on the beach before lunch is served on board. The meal is a pasta salad with chicken, salami, cheese, Mallorcan bread and fruit, with drinks included at lunchtime.

The boat carries up to 78 travellers, and reviews split on how that feels: some found it comfortable while others said the morning departure in particular felt packed. Teens, families and repeat visitors all appear in the reviews, and the crew gets consistent praise for being friendly and entertaining, with several reviewers describing them as fun, helpful and accommodating.

What's Included

Included

Lunch with pasta salad, chicken, salami, cheese, Mallorcan bread and fruit, drinks included
Use of snorkelling equipment
Expert local captain and crew
Drinks during lunch time
Use of stand up paddle

Itinerary

Meet at Port de PollençaCheck in at the Stay Restaurant, Moll Nou s/n, 07470 Port de Pollença. Crew at the port direct you to the boat.
Sail from Pollensa BayThe catamaran departs Port de Pollença and heads along the coast, passing Platja S'Illot in Alcúdia, Playa de Formentor and the Albercutx Watchtower.
Swim stop at Ses CaletesAbout 45 minutes at the coves for swimming, snorkelling and stand up paddle. Snorkel gear and paddle boards are included.
Beach time at FormentorAround an hour on Formentor beach, which has a restaurant and some shops. Reviewers suggest bringing a towel.
Lunch on boardPasta salad with chicken, salami, cheese, Mallorcan bread and fruit, with drinks included during lunch. Other drinks are available to purchase.
Return to Port de PollençaThe trip ends back at the same meeting point after a total of 4.5 hours.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will shape the day, from which departure you pick to what you carry in your bag.

Departure choice. One reviewer who took an afternoon sailing saw the morning boat arriving back looking very crowded and was glad of the later slot. Crowding can vary, so set expectations for a busy shared vessel rather than an empty deck.
What to bring. Reviewers suggest bringing a towel for the Formentor beach stop, plus snacks and drinks for the shore time. Swimwear is needed for the water stops, and sun protection makes sense for open-deck sailing.
Group feel. The boat takes up to 78 travellers. Reviews are mixed on how this feels, with some finding it comfortable and others feeling packed, so expect a busy shared vessel rather than an intimate sail.
Food and drink. Lunch and lunchtime drinks are included, and multiple reviewers described the food as good, tasty or more than enough. Coffee, soft drinks and cocktails outside lunch are paid extras, though several found the prices reasonable.
Weather and route. The itinerary can change based on wind, time, weather and safety, as the listing states. One stretch of open sea can be choppy with spray before the calmer waters of the Formentor bay, according to a reviewer.
Getting there. The meeting point is in front of the Stay Restaurant in Puerto Pollensa, near public transport. The listing does not state hotel pickup, so confirm your own transfer arrangements before booking, and note one reviewer found the port was over an hour from their hotel.

Common issues. Crowding is the main recurring complaint, with more than one reviewer describing the boat as too full of people, and one of them saying there was hardly anywhere to sit. One reviewer said paddle boards were never offered, so treat the paddle and snorkel gear as available rather than guaranteed for everyone. The listing notes the trip needs good weather and a minimum number of travellers; if cancelled for either reason you are offered a different date or a full refund. One reviewer also reported a dispute over a late cancellation and refund request, so review the cancellation terms before booking. The boat is not wheelchair accessible, though pushchairs are allowed.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Lunch with drinks during the meal, snorkelling equipment, stand up paddle use, and an expert local captain and crew are all included. Drinks outside lunchtime, such as coffee, soft drinks and cocktails, are sold on board.

Where Does The Tour Meet?

In front of the Stay Restaurant at Moll Nou s/n, 07470 Port de Pollença. The trip starts and ends at this point. The listing does not state hotel pickup, so check the booking page and plan your own transfer.

How Long Is The Trip And Where Does It Stop?

The tour runs 4.5 hours. After departing Port de Pollença it stops around 45 minutes at Ses Caletes for swimming and snorkelling, then gives you about an hour at Formentor beach before lunch on the return leg.

Is It Suitable For Children And Families?

Swimming stops and a beach break keep younger passengers busy. Wheelchair users should note the boat is not wheelchair accessible.

What Happens If The Weather Is Bad?

The experience requires good weather, and the itinerary may change for wind, time or safety reasons. If the operator cancels for weather or because the minimum number of travellers is not met, you are offered a different date or experience, or a full refund.

What Should I Bring?

A towel for the Formentor beach stop, swimwear for the water stops, and sun protection for the open deck. Reviewers also suggest snacks and drinks for the beach hour, though extra drinks can be bought on board. There are no entry fees at any stop.