Private Full Day Cruise on Speed Boat

Mallorca’s southern coast is best seen from the water, and this private speedboat day gives you eight hours to do just that. You move between rugged coves, fishing harbors, and clear swimming spots without sharing the boat with another group. The crew members named for this service include Kyriakos, Christina, Adonis, Argy, and others, depending on the day.

I like the small, private setting, which lets your group spend more time swimming or linger in a cove instead of following a fixed crowd. I also like the practical extras: snorkel gear, a stand-up paddleboard, fresh towels, drinks, WiFi, a restroom, and a Bluetooth speaker are all supplied.

The main consideration is cost. At $1,878.42 per group of up to eight, this makes the most sense when several people share the bill. A fuel surcharge is not included, and the trip depends on good weather.

Key points to know before booking

• A full private day at sea: You get about eight hours on the boat, from a 10:00 a.m. departure until the return to Cala d’Or.
• Six southeastern Mallorca stops: The route includes Cala Figuera, Cala Llombards, Caló des Moro, Portocolom, Cala Marçal, and Marina de Cala d’Or.
• Water gear is included: Snorkeling equipment, noodles, fresh towels, and a SUP make the swimming stops more useful than a simple sightseeing cruise.
• Drinks are covered: Bottled water, soft drinks, beer, wine, and prosecco are included, along with granola bars and chips.
• Private service matters: You can enjoy the boat with only your own group, rather than sharing the day with strangers.
• Weather affects the plan: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund, while cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not refundable.

Why this private speedboat day works

A boat trip along this part of Mallorca is not just a way to get from one beach to another. The best part is the change of viewpoint. From the road, many southern coves require a walk, a steep approach, or a fight for a patch of sand. From the sea, you see the cliffs, inlets, and small harbor towns as one long stretch of coast.

The speedboat also gives the day a useful mix of movement and free time. You cruise past rocky shorelines, then stop for swimming, snorkeling, or paddleboarding. That balance is especially good for a family or group with different ideas about a perfect beach day. One person can swim, another can stay on deck with a drink, and children can use the water toys when the boat is anchored.

The private format is the real luxury here. You are not tied to a large group’s pace. If everyone wants a quiet hour near a cove, you have room for that. If the group is eager to keep moving, the day can continue along the coast.

Service also appears to be a major part of the experience. Kyriakos and Christina are repeatedly praised for friendly, attentive care, while Adonis and Argy receive similar praise for keeping the day relaxed and well organized. Other named crew members include Vagelis, Vado, Evita, Dimitris, and Giota. You should not assume a specific person is guaranteed unless the operator confirms it, but the staff is clearly central to the way this cruise is delivered.

Leaving Cala d’Or at 10:00

The trip begins at Port Esportiu Marina de Cala d’Or, also listed as Puerto Deportivo, s/n, in Cala d’Or. Departure is set for 10:00 a.m., and the cruise returns to the same meeting point at the end of the day.

That start point is useful if you are staying in or near Cala d’Or, but it matters to plan your morning carefully. This is not a hotel pickup service in the information provided. You need to reach the marina on your own and be ready for an all-day outing.

The boat is described in the strongest terms by the people who used it. It is kept clean, has enough room for a small private group, and is compact enough to reach coves that a larger vessel may have to view from farther out. One boat referred to in the feedback is the Grecale, though you should confirm the exact vessel when booking.

Bring a swimsuit, sun protection, and clothes that can handle spray. Towels are supplied, and drinks are available, so you do not need to pack a full beach bag. Still, the listing only specifically promises granola bars and chips as snacks. If you need a substantial meal, ask the operator what food can be arranged before departure.

Cala Figuera, a rugged start to the route

The first listed stop is Cala Figuera, with about two hours planned here. This gives you the longest stop of the day and sets the tone for the cruise.

Cala Figuera is known for a rugged southern shoreline and views of unspoiled villages. From the boat, you get a broad look at the coast rather than only one beach. The stop should appeal to anyone who enjoys scenery, photographs, and a slower start before the main swimming stops.

Two hours is also enough time for the group to settle into the boat. You can get comfortable, listen to music through the wireless speaker, and decide how much time you want to spend in the water. Since admission is free at every stop, there is no separate sightseeing fee to track.

The trade-off is that a cove viewed from the boat may not feel like a traditional shore excursion. If you want cafés, shops, or a long walk on land, this cruise is not built around that. Its focus is the sea and the coast seen from the sea.

Cala Llombards and Caló des Moro

The route then allows about an hour at Cala Llombards. This is one of the places where the boat format makes the most sense. You can enjoy the southern coast without having to organize a separate beach visit, and the crew can set up the snorkeling equipment and SUP for time in the water.

Cala Llombards is presented as a calm, scenic stop. The appeal is simple: clear water, a pretty cove, and time to swim at your own pace. If your group likes an unhurried hour in the sea, this is likely to be one of the day’s highlights.

Next comes Caló des Moro, also for about an hour. This cove is one of the most photogenic places on the route, with a compact setting and striking water views. From the boat, you can take photos without turning the stop into a land-based hike or beach visit.

Caló des Moro can also be a busy place in the wider summer season, so a boat does not guarantee solitude. The private cruise gives your group privacy on board, but the cove itself is still a popular part of Mallorca. That distinction is worth keeping in mind if you are booking this day in hopes of complete seclusion.

The practical advantage is that you can enjoy the setting even if the beach area is crowded. Snorkeling equipment, noodles, and the SUP give you things to do beyond taking pictures. Fresh towels are supplied afterward, which is a small but welcome touch on a long day in the sun.

Portocolom, a change from beach stops

After the coves, the cruise reaches Portocolom for about an hour. This harbor town gives the itinerary a different feel. Instead of another narrow swimming cove, you see a southeastern fishing port with maritime traditions and a quieter Mediterranean character.

Portocolom is a useful pause in the day. The route is not only about beaches and swimming. It also shows you a working harbor town and gives you a sense of the coast’s settled side. The crew has been praised for explaining the places along the shore, so this is a good time to ask questions about the harbor and nearby coastline.

The stop is still described as part of the cruise, not as a formal walking tour. If you are hoping for a long land visit, check how the hour will be handled. The value here is the view from the water and the change of scenery.

This is also where the crew’s local input can help. Dimitris and Giota, for example, have been praised for offering advice about other parts of Mallorca for a later car trip. That kind of informal conversation can make the day more useful than a standard boat ride, especially if this is your first time on the island.

Cala Marçal for calm water and easy swimming

The final major stop is Cala Marçal, near Portocolom, with about an hour planned. It is described as a popular but peaceful beach with calm water and an easygoing feel.

For you, the key point is flexibility. The boat carries the equipment needed for a swim stop, so you can use the hour in a way that suits your group. Snorkel, paddleboard, float, or simply sit on deck with a cold drink. Beer, wine, prosecco, soft drinks, and bottled water are included.

Cala Marçal is a good place to use the supplied towels before the journey back. It is also a sensible final water stop because the day has already included several coves and a harbor. By this point, you may prefer a relaxed swim rather than another ambitious sightseeing stop.

As with the other locations, there is no admission charge. The cost comes from the private boat service, crew, fuel, and a full day of use, not from entrance tickets at each beach.

What is included on the boat

The included equipment is one of the strongest reasons to consider this outing. You receive:

• Snorkeling equipment
• A stand-up paddleboard
• Fresh towels
• Bottled water
• Soft drinks, beer, wine, and prosecco
• Granola bars and chips
• A restroom
• WiFi
• A wireless or Bluetooth speaker
• All fees and taxes, apart from the fuel surcharge

These details matter because an eight-hour boat trip can feel long if you have to bring or rent every small item. The restroom is useful on a full-day cruise, especially for families. The towels mean you can pack lighter. The speaker lets your group set the mood, provided the music stays comfortable for everyone on board.

The food provision is modest. Granola bars and chips are enough for light snacking, but they do not amount to a full lunch. Some of the service feedback refers to high-quality food being delivered to the boat, but that is not clearly listed as a standard inclusion here. Ask about lunch arrangements before you go, particularly if anyone in your group has dietary needs.

The fuel surcharge is also extra. Since the advertised price is already high, ask for the final total before confirming. A private boat for eight can offer good value when the cost is divided among a full group, but it is a major expense for only two or three people.

The price: best for a full group

The listed cost is $1,878.42 per group of up to eight. That works out to about $235 per person if eight people share it. For four people, the same price becomes roughly $470 per person, before the fuel surcharge.

The value is strongest when you want privacy, a full day, and water equipment in one package. You are paying for the boat, crew, flexibility, drinks, gear, towels, and eight hours on Mallorca’s southeastern coast. A shorter shared cruise may cost less, but it will not offer the same control over the day.

I would consider this a good splurge for a family group, two couples, or a group of friends who plan to spend most of the day swimming and relaxing on the water. I would be more cautious if your group is small, if you dislike being on a boat for many hours, or if you mainly want to visit towns on foot.

The private format also helps justify the price for groups with children. The pace can be easier, the water gear is already aboard, and parents do not have to keep adjusting to a boat full of strangers. The crew’s warm service is another part of the value, especially on an eight-hour outing.

Who will enjoy this day most

This cruise is a strong match for:

• Families who want swimming and simple water activities
• Couples or friends splitting the cost of a private boat
• People who want to see several coves without driving between them
• Visitors who prefer a relaxed day over a busy land itinerary
• Anyone who enjoys snorkeling, paddleboarding, and coastal views
• First-time visitors who want informal advice about Mallorca from the crew

It is less suitable for anyone with significant mobility difficulties. The activity information specifically says it is not recommended for people with mobility challenges. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate, but you should contact the operator if you have specific access needs.

This is also not the right choice if your main goal is a long restaurant lunch, museum visit, or walking tour. The stops are centered on the coast, water, harbors, and views. The boat is the destination as much as the individual coves.

Timing, weather, and cancellation details

Plan for about eight hours, starting at 10:00 a.m. and ending back at Marina de Cala d’Or. The return is to the same meeting point, which keeps the day simple but means you need to arrange your own way to and from the marina.

Confirmation is provided at booking. The experience is offered in English, and the activity is private, so only your group participates.

Good weather is required. If poor conditions cancel the cruise, you can receive a different date or a full refund. For your own cancellation, you need to cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. A cancellation or change inside that 24-hour window is not accepted for a refund.

The weather rule is sensible for a speedboat day, but it makes the cruise worth scheduling early in your holiday if you have several days in Mallorca. That gives you a better chance to move the outing if conditions turn poor.

Should you book this Mallorca speedboat cruise?

Book it if you want a private, activity-filled day on the water and can share the $1,878.42 cost with a fairly large group. The combination of Cala Llombards, Caló des Moro, Portocolom, Cala Marçal, onboard drinks, snorkeling gear, a SUP, and attentive crew service gives you much more than a basic boat transfer.

I especially like it for families and friends who want freedom without having to rent equipment or plan every beach stop themselves. The crew names associated with the service, including Kyriakos, Christina, Adonis, and Argy, are worth requesting if availability allows, though no particular crew member is guaranteed.

Skip it if the price is too high for your group, if you need a substantial included lunch, or if you prefer exploring Mallorca by foot and car. For the right group, though, this is a memorable way to see the island’s southeast coast, with enough swimming and quiet time to make the long day feel worthwhile.

FAQ

Where does the cruise begin and end?

It begins and ends at Port Esportiu Marina de Cala d’Or, Puerto Deportivo, s/n, 07660 Cala d’Or, Illes Balears, Spain.

What time does the cruise start?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 a.m., and the experience lasts approximately eight hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price covers one private group of up to eight people. Only your group participates.

Which places are included in the route?

The route includes Cala Figuera, Cala Llombards, Caló des Moro, Portocolom, Cala Marçal, and a return to Marina de Cala d’Or.

Are snorkeling gear and paddleboards included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and a stand-up paddleboard are included. Fresh towels, a restroom, WiFi, and a Bluetooth speaker are also provided.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. A fuel surcharge is not included. The listed price does include all other fees and taxes.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If bad weather causes the cruise to be canceled, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund.