This is Mallorca the fun way, by boat. I love how you get real time on the water with big-group energy, plus water toys like the SUP and seascooter. It’s a private charter, so your crew sets the pace and you get the boat to yourselves.

I also like the food part: a warm pasta meal with drinks while you’re anchored in a famous bay. Skippers like Christian and Borja come off confident and friendly, and they work hard to make sure kids and adults all get turns.

One thing to plan for: you need cash for fuel and port fees, and the meeting point is a specific jetty spot that can feel like a mini scavenger hunt at first.

Key Points You Should Know Before You Go

• Private boat for your group on a fast Capelli speedboat with a skipper
• All the water toys are onboard: donut, SUP, seascooter, snorkeling gear (plus Subwing)
• 12+ coves and photo stops, with music and drinks built into the rhythm
• Lunch and drinks happen while anchored, not after a long day of driving
• There’s a cheaper sunset option that leans more party and includes fresh pasta
• Budget extra money in cash for fuel and port/cleaning fees

Enter Puerto Portals, Then Head Straight for the Good Stuff

This charter starts at Puerto Portals, and that matters. You’re not fighting traffic cross-town all day. You’ll meet at the jetty just in front of Lucy Wang’s restaurant, walk almost to the end, then find the boat at mooring 279.

Before you go, bring the basics: passport or ID card, towel, sunscreen, and cash. The captain will contact you a few hours before with the exact location, which helps if you’re arriving by taxi or on a tight travel schedule.

If it rains, you’re not stuck inside with everyone else. Wetsuits and jackets are provided in private changing rooms, so you can still enjoy the ride and the water time.

The Boat Setup: Capelli Speed, Canopy Shade, and Toys Ready to Use

The star here is the boat. You’re on a Capelli 900 WA speedboat rated at 500CV, with a skipper. It’s built for moving quickly between coves, so the day feels active instead of slow.

Onboard comfort is practical. You get a canopy for shade, a cold box for drinks, a changing area, and a marine WC. That cold box setup is handy because it supports the “bring what you want” approach, plus drinks are included.

Then come the toys. Included are a 3-seat donut (Jobe), a SUP paddleboard, snorkeling equipment, and a seascooter (1000W) with three batteries. There’s also Subwing included. If your group likes taking turns and rotating through activities, this matters a lot, because you’re not waiting around for equipment.

One small “you’ll be glad it’s included” detail: the charter provides wetsuits for up to 10 people, which is a big deal if you’re traveling in cooler months or if the water feels chilly.

Water Toys That Actually Fit Real Groups (Not Just Photos)

What I like about the water-toy lineup is that it works for mixed ages and mixed personalities.

The donut ride is pure group chaos. It’s a 3-person Jobe donut, and you’ll get time for it around the Magaluf and Palmanova area style stops. Even if you’re not the one riding, it’s still fun to watch. And yes, expect falls. It’s part of the sport.

The SUP is calmer, and it’s where a lot of people slow down and enjoy the sea. You’re able to paddle while you’re anchored or in calmer water, depending on what the captain plans that day. It’s also a great choice if you want something more steady than a ride behind the boat.

The seascooter is where the trip starts feeling like a mini adventure. The seascooter package includes three batteries, which helps you get more continuous time than one quick burst. Snorkeling equipment is included too, so you can go from “zooming around” to “looking closely” without needing extra rentals.

And if you want that extra gear moment, there are optional add-ons: E-foil and wakeboarding are listed as optional extras. There’s also mention of a second seascooter available for an extra fee, so bigger groups can keep momentum.

The 4-Hour Route: 9.5 Miles, 12+ Coves, and Lots of Short Stops

For the standard plan, you’re looking at about 4 hours. The day is designed as a chain of short, meaningful stops rather than one long, repetitive stretch. It’s built for photos, music, and quick “go do something” breaks.

You’ll start at Puerto Portals, then head through a classic list of stops that cover both city-coast vibes and postcard coves. Key photo points include:

• Punta Negra (about 5 minutes)
• Palma Nova (about 10 minutes, with a banana boat ride listed)
• Magaluf (about 10 minutes, with banana boat ride listed)
• Cala Vinyes (about 5 minutes)
• Cap Falcó (about 10 minutes)

This pattern keeps energy high. Short photo stops give everyone a chance to stretch and take turns without wasting the day. If your group has kids, it also helps because nobody has to sit still for long stretches.

The itinerary also includes Cala Bella Dona and Portals Vells, with a longer break at Portals Vells for the main water time and your onboard meal. The big idea is that you’re always near something scenic, not far away from it.

One practical note: if the sea is a bit choppy, the fast-boat style means you’ll feel movement. The tradeoff is speed and access to more coves.

Portals Vells and Palma Bay: Lunch With Sea Views, Plus Real Time In the Water

Portals Vells is the “anchor and enjoy” segment. This is where you’ll get the break that turns the day from activities into a full experience.

At this point, you’re set up with:

• swimming and snorkeling
• stand up paddleboarding (for about 2 hours in the plan)
• marine life viewing
• a lunch or meal onboard

The meal is pasta cooked with homemade tomato sauce. You’ll have pasta with high quality tuna or parmesan cheese instead, depending on the meal option and what’s served for your group. Gluten-free pasta is noted as something they can accommodate, which is useful if someone in your party needs it.

The food setup is part of the value. Instead of rushing to land and searching for lunch, you eat while anchored with views. You’ll also have drinks available during the anchored time, and the cold box approach means your group can keep the beverage situation simple.

If you like the idea of combining sea sports and a proper sit-down meal, this section is the heart of the trip.

Magaluf and Palmanova Donut Energy: Fun for Riders, Entertainment for Everyone

Even if you don’t ride, the donut portion is one of the best group moments. The charter specifically calls out the donut ride in Magaluf and Palmanova style areas, and the format is designed for action in short bursts.

A practical way to think about it: this is not a quiet activity. It’s adrenaline plus laughter. If you’ve got a mixed group where some people love speed and some people hate getting wet, the donut is still a win because spectators enjoy it too.

Also, the crew is there to keep things organized. The best experiences usually happen when you’re wearing the right mindset: expect splash, expect turns, and don’t treat it like a high-end sporting event.

Optional Extras and the Real Cost of a Day on the Water

The base price is $612 per group, up to 12 people. That sounds straightforward, but the real-world cost includes some mandatory add-ons.

What’s included already:

• skipper and the Capelli boat
• seascooter, SUP, snorkeling gear, donut
• pasta meal
• 24 drinks
• wetsuits for 10 people

What you must budget extra for:

• Fuel: listed as about 2 per liter, with an estimate of roughly 70-90
• Port and cleaning fee: 80
• Also listed as mandatory if total group is 11 or 12: +50 if 11 passengers, +100 if 12 passengers

There are optional upgrades too:

• E-foil (+40)
• wakeboarding (+40, and it also notes extra fuel)
• second seascooter (+40)

So is it good value? For a private boat with multiple water toys and a meal onboard, the core package is strong. The main reason you’ll feel the price is fair is that your group isn’t paying separately for SUP rentals, a separate excursion, and a lunch stop. The extra cash items are real, but they’re predictable if you plan ahead.

The Cheaper Sunset Option: 18:15 to 22:00 With Party Vibes

There’s a second plan that’s described as much cheaper, running from 18:15 to 22:00, about 3 hours 45 minutes.

This version shifts the focus. You still get 12+ coves, but the structure is:

• First hour: water sports and 6 coves heading toward Palmanova Bay, including the 3-person donut ride
• Next 2.5 hours: 6 more coves, then anchoring near Calanova near the King’s summer residence
• On that longer stop: fresh pasta with homemade tomato sauce and parmesan, music, paddleboarding, snorkeling, and sunset views
• Final 30 minutes: night sail back to the port with sea breeze and party vibes

If you’re the type of group that likes sunset and then keeping the energy going, this is a great option. It also lines up well with a night out after you dock.

After you return to Puerto Portals, there are showers and changing rooms available if you want to continue your evening at the famous Lobster Beach Club.

Language, Crew Style, and How Communication Usually Works

The charter lists instructors in English and Spanish. In the real world, captains can vary in how much English they speak, but you should be fine with the bilingual setup.

In practice, I’d still plan to communicate clearly on the day. The hosts are described as communicative in WhatsApp, and the captain contacts you a few hours before with the exact location.

What stands out in the experiences is the crew approach. Named captains like Christian and Borja are praised for keeping things fun and safe, and Ramon is mentioned as friendly and willing to let the group help decide where to go.

Who This Works Best For (And Who Might Want Something Else)

This is ideal for:

• families who want a private boat day but still need structured activity rotation
• friend groups who want watersports without juggling rentals
• bachelor-style groups who want music, donuts, and anchored downtime
• mixed-age groups where some people want fast thrills and others want calmer paddling

It can be less ideal if:

• you hate boats or rougher motion, since you’re on a speedboat for coves
• your group doesn’t like the idea of extra cash payments at the marina
• you’re hoping for a quiet sightseeing-only trip with no water toys

The “more than 12 coves” plan is built for movement and variety, not for stillness.

Practical Packing Checklist for a Smooth Day

You won’t regret keeping it simple:

• towel
• sunscreen
• ID card or passport
• cash (for fuel and port fees, plus any extras)
• swimsuit, and if you’re traveling cooler months, assume you’ll use wetsuits

Also, the charter notes that you should bring ice if you need it for drinks. The cold box is onboard, and you can buy ice at the marina gas station. That’s an easy win if you like your drinks chilled.

Should You Book This Mallorca Private Watersports Boat?

If your goal is a high-value day in Mallorca where you combine private boat time with serious water activity, lunch, and scenic coves, I think you should strongly consider booking. The toy lineup plus the anchored food stop makes it feel like more than a “boat ride.”

Book it especially if your group includes a mix of ages and energy levels. The SUP and snorkeling time balances the donut adrenaline, and the short photo stops keep everyone from getting bored.

Only pause if you dislike cash-on-arrival fees or if your group wants a slow, quiet itinerary. If you plan for the fuel and port/cleaning costs ahead of time, this works out to a fun, efficient, and genuinely memorable Mallorca day.

FAQ

How long is the Mallorca private watersports boat charter?

The standard option is 4 hours. There’s also a sunset option that runs from 18:15 to 22:00, about 3 hours 45 minutes.

Where do we meet the boat?

You enter via the jetty just in front of Lucy Wang’s restaurant. Walk almost to the end of the jetty until you reach the boat at mooring 279.

What water toys are included?

Included toys include a donut (3 pax), SUP paddleboard, seascooter (1000W with 3 batteries), snorkel equipment (10 units), and Subwing. Wetsuits are provided (10 included).

Is lunch and drinks included?

Yes. Pasta is included with homemade tomato sauce and high quality tuna or parmesan cheese. Drinks are included as well (24 drinks), and there is a cold box onboard.

Do you provide wetsuits if it is cold or rainy?

Yes. If it rains, wetsuits and jackets are provided in private changing rooms.

What extra costs should I budget for besides the package price?

You should bring cash for fuel (about 2 per liter, estimated 70-90) and a port/cleaning fee of 80. Optional extras like E-foil or wakeboarding cost extra, and there are also mandatory add-on charges if the group size is 11 or 12.

Is this a private charter and how big is the group?

It is a private group. The price includes 10 passengers, and it lists mandatory additional charges if you have 11 or 12 passengers. Groups of 13-18 get an extra support boat to stay together during transfers.