Boat Trip from Cala Figuera to Es Marmols (Cala Màrmols) — Mallorca Rib-Boat Explorer
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to board a small boat and swim in open water.
Overview
A fast rib-boat run from Cala Figuera to the boat-only beach of Es Marmols offers swimming, snorkeling, and close views of sea arches like Es Pontás. Small-group, ~2h50m trip with a professional skipper.
Boat Trip from Cala Figuera to Es Marmols (Cala Màrmols) — Mallorca Rib-Boat Explorer
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The bow cuts into a blue that refuses to be ordinary. Wind lifts salt off the water and the cliffs of Mallorca’s southeast coast lean forward as if to watch. Guests cluster at the rail of a rigid-inflatable boat in Cala Figuera, helmets of sun and expectation on their heads, while the skipper eases the engine into a steady hum. In little under three hours the group will thread coves and arches — Es Pontás looming like a weathered gate — and drop anchor at Es Marmols, a beach so sheltered the water arrives glassy and astonishingly clear.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Arrive 20 minutes early
Meet at the Redstartours office in Cala Figuera at least 20 minutes before departure to check in and stow belongings.
Bring reef shoes
Cala Màrmols has rocky access; reef shoes protect feet when climbing from boat to shore.
Use biodegradable sunscreen
Protect your skin and the marine environment by choosing reef-safe sunscreen.
Keep seasickness meds handy
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication and sit mid-boat for the smoothest ride.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Yellowtail and damselfish in shallow reefs
- Seabirds such as Audouin's gulls
History
The harbours and coves around Santanyí were historically small fishing outports; local families still fish and run boat services passed down through generations.
Conservation
Operators are encouraged to use approved anchoring and avoid sensitive Posidonia beds; visitors should pack out waste and use reef-safe sunscreen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Swimsuit and towel
You’ll swim at Cala Màrmols and want a towel for the return trip.
summer specific
Biodegradable sunscreen
Protects skin and preserves water quality around sensitive reefs.
summer specific
Reef/water shoes
Helpful for stepping onto rocky shore and exploring tidal edges safely.
summer specific
Light waterproof layer
A windbreaker or light jacket for cooler mornings and spray on the bow.
spring specific