Mallorca · MALLORCA BOAT RENTALS
Several of these need no licence at all, just a short briefing on the quay. The 15 below are compared on price, how many people fit and the coves within reach of each harbour.
Take a private, self-drive boat from Club Nàutic Santa Ponça, with a safety briefing and route tips from the local team, including Daniel and Carlos. Cruise along Santa Ponsa and Paguera, then stop to swim or snorkel near Cala Fornells. Fuel and final cleaning are included; snorkeling gear and an ice box may cost extra.
“Tobias and the team at seashore boat rentals were fantastic. The boat was immaculate, highly recommended”
Set off from Club Nàutic Arenal in a private, license-free boat for 2, 3, 4, or 6 hours. After a hands-on safety and navigation briefing, you can steer toward Cala Blava and Cala Vella, anchor for swimming and snorkeling, and play music through Bluetooth. Staff members, including Sebastian and Lucas, have been praised for their helpful service.
“Very easy check in and was also loaned a cool box for our picnic x love trip up the coast and was able to anchor and swim off the boat x would recommend”
Pick up a scooter from Loco Wheels in central Palma at 10:00 am, then explore Mallorca at your own pace. A helmet and map are provided, and staff can suggest places to visit. There is no set route or guide, so choose a short ride around Palma or head farther afield if you have the right scooter and experience.
“Great people to rent from. Friendly and knowledgeable. Fun scooter. Seemed well maintained. The scooter worked great. Easy place to explore on two wheels.”
Take the helm of a private, license-free boat rental from Santa Ponsa, with a short driving and safety briefing from staff such as Adrian, Juan, or Marcelo. Follow their coastal route tips, anchor for a swim or snorkel, and bring your own food and drinks for the onboard refrigerators. Rentals start at about two hours, and longer outings may be available by inquiry.
“Very nice boat for two and easy to drive, Adrian gave us good advices for beautiful spots in the area”
At Alcudiamar in Puerto de Alcudia, Gojet staff explain the controls before guiding your private group around the Bay of Alcudia. The 30-minute ride costs $119.73 per jet ski for one or two people. Staff take photos and send them free. Drivers must be at least 16 and bring ID.
“I had such a great time, the tour went for as long as I expected, with a professional team, very well coordinated and safe.”
Meet at BonaOna Surf School & Bar in Ca'n Pastilla, collect a stand-up paddleboard and explore the bay at your own pace for one hour. Boards come in different styles, lockers are provided, and a drink is included. You must be able to swim without a flotation device.
Set out from Can Pastilla with a single or double kayak and explore the Bay of Palma at your own pace. You can paddle toward Sa Galera, an islet with Phoenician-era archaeological remains, and stop to swim or snorkel. This is an unguided two-hour rental, so ask the staff where you may paddle before launching.
“We received a very friendly welcome, even though we were a large group. They even prepared a lot for us. The only problem was that we weren't told where we were allowed to go, so we all had to be picked up by a member of staff, and many of my students didn't want to continue. Even afterward, we weren't entirely sure where we were allowed to go and where we weren't. Otherwise, we had a great time and can recommend the trip. Just ask where you're allowed to go before you get in the water.”
Take a private Bayliner Element E5 from Santa Ponça for about two hours, with no boating license required. Micha provides an operating briefing and information on bays and routes. You steer your own outing, with snorkel gear, a cooler, Bluetooth radio, and swimming ladder aboard. The boat holds up to five; fuel is charged according to use.
“I would highly recommend this to anyone. Beautiful scenes! Micha was really great talking us through how to use the boat and great spots to anchor.”
Share one jet ski with a passenger as a guide leads you along Alcudia Bay’s coast, past coves and caves, with a stop to swim and snorkel. The roughly one-hour rental includes fuel, safety vests, insurance and a briefing. Guide Sam has been praised, though guides can vary. Photos are not included.
“SCAM! Avoid this company & Nofrills Excursions. They don’t give you any information, just steal your money & deny a refund. The lady we spoke to advised to return to Nofrills for a refund, went back to the office to be told they don’t do refunds.”
Rent the Abaris 23 in Port d’Alcúdia for up to 10 people and spend eight hours exploring Alcúdia and Pollença bays. Choose a morning departure, take the helm with the required license, or add a captain for €200. The route includes Platja des Coll Baix and Formentor Playa, with life jackets provided.
“We were looking for a bareboat rental in Puerto de Alcudia and got introduced to Quest Heroes.”
Take a private 5-meter boat from Santa Ponça for about two hours, with no boating license required. Marcelo or Alex can explain the controls and point out places to anchor and swim. Snorkeling gear, a Bluetooth speaker, a cool box, shade and fuel are included. The boat holds up to five people, with a €200 deposit required.
“Marcelo was super kind and made our experience totally worthwhile. The boat was very clean, he provided a speaker and recommendations on spots to anchor and swim. 100% recommend!”
Take a private rigid inflatable boat around Santa Ponsa for three to six hours, with no boating licence required. You steer your group of up to five, stop to swim, snorkel or sunbathe, and use the boat’s sundeck, awning and Bluetooth sound system. Fuel and snorkel masks are included; food and drinks are not.
Take the B450 Theia, a four-person boat, out from CMSAP Maritime Club in Can Pastilla for about four hours. Staff explain how to operate it before you set off, and you choose how to spend your time within the permitted area. Fuel, cleaning and a €500 deposit are extra.
“The boat was clean and exactly what you expect, you are able to go out on your own go wherever within the perimeters. Great customer service and very reasonably priced”
From Santa Ponsa, you’ll get a practical boat-operating briefing from Juan, then use a coastal map to choose coves for swimming, snorkeling, or a quiet break afloat. The private boat holds up to five, and fuel, life jackets, snorkel gear, a cool box, and a Bluetooth speaker are included.
“We loved it - reasonable price and great communication from Ruta from the get go. Juan was very helpful in showing us how to operate the boat. Me and GF turned the engine off and were struggling to get it back on and were starting to panic and called Ruta who give us instructions on how to turn it back on, responded asap. Great service with great customer service”
From Santa Ponsa, EMBARK BOATS rents Bayliner boats for two to eight hours, with no boating license required. An instructor explains the controls and safety before you leave, and you get a route map to help plan time on the water. Each boat holds up to five and has a canopy, swim ladder, Bluetooth speakers, and space to sunbathe.
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