Set sail from Palma and swim crystal Mediterranean waters on this 5‑hour catamaran cruise. With stops at Cala Vella and Cala Blava, the trip mixes relaxed sailing, snorkeling over rocky reefs, and an onboard Mediterranean lunch.
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You step aboard at the Port of Palma with salt on your skin and a low wind pushing the catamaran out across Palma Bay. The city’s Gothic silhouette — the cathedral and low harbor roofs — slides astern as the sea takes over, blue and broad, daring you into its clearer coves.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended for snorkeling and shore swims.
Wildlife
History
Palma Bay has been a maritime hub since antiquity; the visible Gothic cathedral marks the city’s medieval seafaring wealth and strategic importance in the western Mediterranean.
Conservation
Posidonia oceanica meadows are vital to local ecology—avoid anchoring on meadows, use reef‑safe sunscreen, and don’t touch marine fauna to reduce impact.
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Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
The bay has extensive Posidonia seagrass—use reef‑safe SPF to protect marine life and your skin.
Pack water shoes
Coves have rocky entries and old quarry pools—water shoes make shore access and scrambling easier.
Bring a snorkel mask or rent one early
Shared rentals can run out; a personal mask fits better and improves visibility when snorkeling.
Time your photos for morning light
Morning departures usually offer calmer water and cleaner light on the cliffs and cathedral skyline.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects skin while minimizing damage to Posidonia meadows and reef life.
summer
Snorkel mask (personal)
A well‑fitting mask improves comfort and visibility compared to shared rentals.
summer
Water shoes
Helpful for rocky shore entries and exploring natural pools at coves.
summer
Light windbreaker or packable jacket
Sea breezes can be cool even on sunny days; a thin layer adds comfort on deck.
spring