Boat tour Cala Figuera, Es Pontas, Caló de Moro, Cala Marmols

Mallorca’s south coast is a chain of coves best appreciated from the water. This private boat trip links Cala Llombards, Caló de Moro and Cala Marmols with the Es Pontàs rock arch, giving you a way to reach shorelines that can mean a long, sunny walk on land. The small boat is a practical advantage, not just a cute detail: it can get into coves that larger boats cannot.

I like the mix of swimming time and coastal scenery, and the friendly, helpful captains are a recurring strength. Captains named on past trips include Fernando, Matias and Joan, though your skipper may be someone else. One consideration: 2.5 hours is a short window for three coves, so this suits you better if you want several swims and a coastal sampler than a full beach day.

At a glance

• Small boat, private group: Your group takes part without other parties joining the activity.
• Three named cove stops: Cala Llombards, Caló de Moro and Cala Marmols are on the route.
• Es Pontàs rock arch: The tour also features a striking natural rock formation along the coast.
• Swim and snorkel time: Snorkeling equipment is provided, and the stops are planned around swimming.
• Drinks included, snacks not: Soft drinks and other drinks are included; pack food if you want it.
• About two and a half hours: The listed stop times total 75 minutes, leaving the rest for the boat ride and other coastal views.

A small boat makes the south coast easier to reach

The tour begins at Carrer Calo d’en Busques, 13, in the port of Cala Figuera, and returns to the same meeting point. That keeps the plan simple: arrive at the listed address, board, then finish where you started. It is useful if you are organizing the day around a nearby lunch or another activity, though you should leave a little breathing room rather than schedule a tight connection.

The small boat is one of the trip’s main practical strengths. It can enter coves that a larger vessel may not reach, and it puts you close to the water and the rocky shoreline. You get a different perspective from the usual road-and-footpath approach, with less need to make a long walk in the sun to reach a cove.

This is a private activity, meaning only your group participates. That does not necessarily mean you choose every stop or spend as long as you like at each one; the trip still has a set duration and route. But it does mean you are not sharing the boat with a separate group of strangers, a welcome feature for families or friends who want a more personal outing.

The captain is part of the experience, not merely the person steering. Past trips have had captains named Fernando, Matias and Joan, and accounts describe guides who were friendly, helpful and ready to point out favorite caves and features of the coast. Names may vary from departure to departure, so treat those as examples, not a promise of a particular skipper.

From Cala Figuera to the Es Pontàs rock arch

Cala Figuera’s harbor is the starting point, and the route soon shifts from a working port to the open coast. The journey includes a stop described as a local beach and a view of a magnificent rock arch. The tour name identifies Es Pontàs, a natural arch that gives the shoreline a memorable landmark beyond its turquoise water.

From a boat, the coast is less about ticking off beach names and more about seeing how the coves fit into the rocky shore. The cliffs, openings and small beaches give you changing views as you move along the coast. If you enjoy landscape photography, the boat offers angles that are hard to get from a path above the water.

Do keep expectations grounded: the supplied timing does not assign a specific duration to every unnumbered stop or viewing point. The tour is about two and a half hours overall, with three named beach stops and time on the water between them. You should have enough variety for a satisfying outing, but not an unhurried half-day exploration.

Cala Llombards: clear water and a short first stop

Cala Llombards is described as a beach with exceptionally clear water. It has a listed stop of 15 minutes, making it the briefest of the three timed visits. That is enough to take in the setting or get a quick swim, but it is not a long stretch of beach time.

This stop works well as an introduction to the trip’s main pleasure: stepping from the boat into clear water and seeing the coast from sea level. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you can bring a mask and fins supplied for the outing rather than arranging your own. The water and fish are a big part of the appeal, though visibility and sea conditions can vary.

If you are hoping to settle on the sand, read the timing carefully. A quarter-hour can pass quickly once you have climbed down, found your footing and taken a few photos. Think of Cala Llombards as a short taste of the cove rather than a beach visit in the usual sense.

Caló de Moro: the famous blue-water stop

Caló de Moro is a well-known Santanyí beach, celebrated for its intense shades of blue. The listed stop is 30 minutes, twice the time at Cala Llombards. That extra time gives you a better chance to swim, snorkel and enjoy the cove without feeling that you have barely left the boat.

The small vessel is particularly useful here. Reaching the beach by land can involve a walk, and the boat gives you a different way to approach the cove. The trip is not a guarantee of having the beach to yourself, especially at a popular spot, but arriving by sea can make the visit feel less like a trek and more like part of a coastal excursion.

Some people may be tempted to jump from rocks, but do not treat that as a promised activity. The tour information does not list cliff jumping as an organized feature, and conditions and safe access can change. Follow the captain’s guidance, check the water before entering, and choose a swim that suits your comfort level.

Thirty minutes is still a fixed and fairly limited visit. You will need to keep an eye on the time if you swim away from the boat or head toward shore. If Caló de Moro is the one place you most want to linger, this tour may leave you wishing for longer; if you want to see several coves in one outing, the pace makes sense.

Cala Marmols: a quieter-feeling cove

Cala Marmols gets another 30-minute stop and is described as a peaceful, paradisiacal beach. Its rocky shoreline and the charming houses nearby add a different character from the famous blue-water image of Caló de Moro. The contrast is part of the appeal: the trip is not simply repeating the same beach view three times.

The boat approach also matters here. A small vessel can bring you to coves that may be less convenient to reach on foot, which is useful if you want to see more coastline without building the day around a long walk. That does not mean the cove will always be empty or that every landing is effortless; conditions on the day shape what is possible.

Use the stop for a swim, a snorkel or a quiet look at the rocky coast. With 30 minutes, you have more breathing room than at Cala Llombards, but the visit remains a stop on a moving itinerary. Bring a towel so you can dry off, and keep your belongings easy to manage as you get in and out of the water.

What the 2.5-hour schedule really gives you

The stated duration is approximately two hours and 30 minutes. The three timed stops add up to 75 minutes: 15 at Cala Llombards, then 30 each at Caló de Moro and Cala Marmols. The remaining time covers the boat ride, the approach to the coves, and views such as the rock arch and other coastal features.

That schedule explains the tour’s value and its main limit. You can visit several scenic places, swim more than once and see the shore from a boat, all without giving up most of a day. But you are not signing up for hours at any single beach. If your perfect outing means laying out a towel and staying put, go to a beach on your own instead.

On the other hand, if you want to compare several coves and avoid relying entirely on land access, the pace is a good trade. You get a sampler of the south coast, with enough time for a proper swim at the longer stops. The trip also keeps the focus on the water rather than on a complicated sequence of drives and walks.

Price, drinks and what to bring

At $53.92 per person, the tour offers several stops, a private group format, snorkeling equipment and drinks for about two and a half hours. Its value depends on what you would otherwise spend your time doing. If the alternative is paying for transport and arranging separate beach visits, the boat can be an efficient way to see multiple coves from the sea.

The price does not include snacks. Bring something small if you know you will want food, and take a towel for the swim stops. Drinks and soft drinks are included, and people on past trips have also had beer. The exact drink selection is not specified, so do not count on a particular beverage.

A phone or camera is useful for the rock arch and the changing coastline, but pack it with the swims in mind. The tour includes time in the water, so anything you bring should be easy to keep track of around a boat. Snorkeling gear is provided, which saves space in your bag if you do not own equipment.

The tour is booked, on average, about 12 days ahead. That gives you a useful planning guide, not a rule: if your dates are fixed, booking earlier may be sensible, especially during a busy season. Confirmation is provided at booking, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. The tour depends on good weather and a minimum number of participants; if it is called off for either reason, you are offered another date or a refund.

Who will get the most from this boat trip

I would choose this outing if you want several swims and a close look at Mallorca’s south coast, but do not want to spend the day walking between coves. It also suits couples, families and small groups who value having the boat to themselves rather than joining a larger shared departure. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed.

It is a strong fit for anyone who likes clear water, coastal views and a relaxed captain-led excursion. The friendly approach is a repeated feature, and a good skipper can make the ride more informative by pointing out rock formations and favorite caves along the way. English is offered, which helps if you want explanations in that language.

I would hesitate if you need long, uninterrupted beach time or want a guaranteed visit at one exact pace. The route includes three named coves in a short window, and weather matters. The activity is near public transportation, but the exact transport options are not specified, so check your route to the Cala Figuera meeting point before setting out.

Should you book this Cala Figuera boat tour?

Book it if you want an easy way to see Cala Llombards, Caló de Moro and Cala Marmols from the water, with the Es Pontàs arch and several chances to swim or snorkel along the way. The private group setup, small boat and included drinks make the roughly $54 price reasonable for a focused coastal outing.

Skip it if your priority is spending most of the day on one beach, or if a 30-minute stop feels too brief. For a compact, scenic trip with a friendly captain and several worthwhile swims, though, this is a practical choice. Bring a towel, pack snacks, and leave room in your schedule for the sea to set the pace.

FAQ

How long is the boat tour?

The tour lasts approximately two hours and 30 minutes.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at Carrer Calo d’en Busques, 13, 07659 Cala Figuera, and ends back at the meeting point.

Which beaches are included?

The named stops are Cala Llombards, Caló de Moro and Cala Marmols. The route also includes a local beach stop and a view of a magnificent rock arch.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with drinks and soft drinks.

Are snacks included?

No. Snacks are not included, so bring your own if you want something to eat.

Can I cancel the booking for a refund?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. Poor weather or failure to meet the minimum number of participants may result in an alternative date or a refund.