miniBAR Private Boat Tour in Palma: Snorkel, Paddleboard and Skipper for Up to 6 from $438
Quick answer
The miniBAR private boat tour costs from $438 per group of up to 6, for 2 to 4 hours from Club de Mar in Palma, skipper and fuel included.
That works out at about $73 per person for six, and the listing scores a perfect 5.0/5 from 147 reviews on GetYourGuide.
The miniBAR private boat tour is a skippered motorboat charter in the Bay of Palma, run by miniBAR&Co and sold on GetYourGuide from $438 per group, about €389 at today's rate. The boat leaves Club de Mar and heads east or south-west along the bay to turquoise coves, where you swim, snorkel and paddleboard.
What changes the decision is how the 5.0 score is made. It rests on 147 reviews, and the two newest credit the same skipper, Calin. A private charter lives or dies by the person at the wheel, so ask the operator who will drive on your date.
I compare it with the other private options on the private boat tours in Mallorca page and the wider Mallorca boat tours guide. The home page lists every city I cover.
| Operator | miniBAR&Co (activity provider on GetYourGuide) |
|---|---|
| Boat | Private motorboat described as new and spacious; model and length not stated |
| Price | From $438 per group of up to 6 (about €389); the listing notes that prices may vary |
| Duration | 2 to 4 hours |
| Departure | Club de Mar-Mallorca, Palma; times in the booking calendar |
| Meeting | Your guide wears a striped hat |
| Route | Bay of Palma east and south-west: Cala Comtesa, Punta Negra, Cala Vinyes, Cala Bella Dona (all optional) |
| Included | Skipper, fuel, bottled water, stand-up paddleboard, snorkel gear, GoPro, Bluetooth music |
| Languages | English, Italian, Catalan, Moldavian, Romanian, Spanish |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before |
| Rating | 5.0/5 from 147+ reviews on GetYourGuide |
What is the miniBAR private boat tour and what do you get?
It is a private skippered boat trip for a single group, with water sports, snorkelling and a stop in a cove of your choice from a short list. The GetYourGuide product is titled "Private Boat Tour with Snorkel and Paddle".
- The boat: yours alone for the booked time, with a professional skipper.
- Water sports: a stand-up paddleboard and snorkel equipment while anchored.
- Camera: a GoPro and a submersible camera for your own footage.
- Music: a Bluetooth sound system.
- Navigation basics: the listing says you can pick up the basics of handling a boat.
The skipper also talks about each place you pass, according to the reviewers; one said the history made the day "10x better", which I read as a sign the commentary is above average for a charter.
Where does the miniBAR private boat tour leave from?
It leaves from Club de Mar-Mallorca, the marina on the Palma waterfront. Your guide wears a striped hat, which is the listing's only meeting instruction.
- Go to Club de Mar using the map link below.
- Look for the striped hat on your guide.
- Message the operator through GetYourGuide if you cannot find him; a reviewer praised the guide for helping them locate him.
Open Club de Mar on Google Maps. The listing names no entrance and no nearby bus stop, so I have not estimated a walk time from any stop; compare the map with your hotel. SeaBarcelona leaves from the same marina, but meets its guests at a gate on Gabriel Roca, so do not mix up the two meeting points.
What is the route, stop by stop?
The listing describes two directions from Palma: east towards Cala Blava, and south-west towards Illetas and Cala Vinyes. Its itinerary lists four optional anchorages.
| Stop | What the listing says | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Club de Mar-Mallorca | Start and finish | Maps |
| Cala Comtesa | Swimming, snorkelling, marine life viewing | Maps |
| Punta Negra | Photo stop, swimming, snorkelling | Maps |
| Cala Vinyes | Free time, swimming, snorkelling | Maps |
| Cala Bella Dona | Swimming, snorkelling, break time | Maps |
The listing's "Bay of Palma" entry carries generic activity labels, including hiking, scuba diving and hop-on hop-off, none of which a 6-seat charter does. I used only the named coves. With 2 to 4 hours you will reach one or two, so tell the skipper your preference.
How long is it and when does it sail?
You choose 2 to 4 hours, and the calendar shows the start times. The listing mentions no fixed schedule, which suits a private charter.
The sun sets at 7:12 PM in mid-October and 5:27 PM in mid-December, so late-autumn charters have a short window of light.
| Date | Sunset |
|---|---|
| Jan 15 | 5:51 PM |
| Feb 15 | 6:26 PM |
| Mar 15 | 6:57 PM |
| Apr 15 | 8:28 PM |
| May 15 | 8:57 PM |
| Jun 15 | 9:20 PM |
| Jul 15 | 9:17 PM |
| Aug 15 | 8:47 PM |
| Sep 15 | 7:59 PM |
| Oct 15 | 7:12 PM |
| Nov 15 | 5:35 PM |
| Dec 15 | 5:27 PM |
The listing includes sunset in the activity tags for some stops but does not sell a sunset slot as such. If you want to finish at dusk, ask the operator for a start time that fits the table above.
What is on board and what is included?
The private cruise, skipper, fuel, bottled water, paddleboard, snorkel gear, GoPro and Bluetooth sound are included. The listing is inconsistent about drinks, so I read it carefully.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Skipper and fuel | Included |
| Paddleboard and snorkel gear | Included |
| GoPro camera | Included |
| Bottled water | Included |
| "Cold drinks" | Highlighted in the description, but the includes list shows only water; ask the operator |
| Food | Not listed; a reviewer called the catering "just right", so some food is offered |
| Wheelchair access | None |
That mismatch is a real risk if you plan a drinks-heavy day, so message the operator before you book and confirm what the catering costs. The only prohibited item is explosive material, and smoking is not allowed. Sunscreen is the one thing the listing asks you to bring.
How does the miniBAR private boat tour compare with other private boats?
It is the second-priciest private boat in this table. The table uses this site's Mallorca product data.
| Trip | From | Duration | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| miniBAR private boat tour, Palma | $438 per group | 2-4 hours | 5.0 (147) |
| Arenal Boat Charter, self-drive | $213 per group plus guide | 2-6 hours | 4.7 (560) |
| SeaMallorcaTrips, Alcúdia | $208 per group | 2.5 hours | 4.9 (77) |
| Pedro Yllera watersports charter | $584 per group | 4 hours | 4.8 (77) |
The Pedro Yllera trip adds lunch, tubing and drinks for $146 more. Arenal is cheaper but you drive and pay a guide, so the skipper is the difference. The SeaMallorcaTrips boat is in Alcúdia, the north of the island, so it is not an alternative for a Palma stay.
Is the miniBAR private boat tour worth it against a shared trip?
For a group of five or six it is worth it: $438 divided by six is $73 each, which is still below the $107 to $112 of the small-group sailing yachts, and you get your own schedule. For two people it is poor value, because $219 each is about double the price of a seat on SeaBarcelona's yacht.
- Group of 6: about $73 per person for the boat.
- Group of 4: about $110 per person, close to a seat on SeaBarcelona's yacht.
- Group of 2: about $219 each.
- Privacy: your own pace, with a skipper who explains each stop.
For six friends who want to snorkel and swim at their own pace, I'd book the miniBAR private boat tour. For a couple, I'd compare SeaBarcelona's Palma sailing, which offers a private option as well.
When is the best time for this charter?
July is the driest month in Palma with 2.0 rain days and a long-term average high of 32 °C, while September and October have the most rain days (9.7 and 9.1). Because the boat is open and small, the sea state matters more than the air temperature.
| Month | Avg high 2025 | Avg high 2015-24 | Rain days (1 mm+) | On the water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16 °C (61 °F) | 15 °C (59 °F) | 6.0 | Mild but cool on deck; bring a jacket |
| Feb | 16 °C (61 °F) | 16 °C (61 °F) | 5.7 | Cool; few trips run |
| Mar | 17 °C (63 °F) | 17 °C (63 °F) | 7.7 | Cool water, wet days possible |
| Apr | 21 °C (70 °F) | 20 °C (68 °F) | 7.4 | Warming; swim stops still chilly |
| May | 24 °C (75 °F) | 24 °C (75 °F) | 7.0 | Good all-rounder; sea still cooler than air |
| Jun | 32 °C (90 °F) | 29 °C (84 °F) | 4.7 | Hot and dry; shade matters |
| Jul | 31 °C (88 °F) | 32 °C (90 °F) | 2.0 | Driest month (2.0 days); peak heat |
| Aug | 33 °C (91 °F) | 32 °C (90 °F) | 4.3 | Hot and busy; book early |
| Sep | 28 °C (82 °F) | 28 °C (82 °F) | 9.7 | Wettest stretch begins; storms possible |
| Oct | 24 °C (75 °F) | 24 °C (75 °F) | 9.1 | Wet days rise; sea still warm |
| Nov | 18 °C (64 °F) | 19 °C (66 °F) | 8.5 | Cooler; shorter days |
| Dec | 16 °C (61 °F) | 16 °C (61 °F) | 6.1 | Cool, early sunset |
The Spanish weather agency AEMET records 346 hours of sun in July at Palma port and 151 in December (1981-2010 normals), so winter charters are cooler and shorter on light.
3,167,905tourists chose the Balearic Islands as their main destination in August 2026, 2.33% more than a year earlier.
The listing says adverse weather will affect the excursion without saying how, and I found no official wind threshold. Ask whether the operator reschedules or refunds when it cancels, and confirm the cancellation terms on your booking page.
What do passengers say about this private charter?
The recent reviews I read were all 5 stars, so that sample is positive-only, and the 5.0 average from 147 reviews is consistent with it. The themes concentrate on the skipper.
| Theme | Direction | Mentions in sample |
|---|---|---|
| Skipper (Calin) friendly and knowledgeable | Positive | 2 |
| Beautiful coves near Palma | Positive | 2 |
| Water sports and catering | Positive | 1 |
| Local history told at each stop | Positive | 1 |
Sub-scores are 5.0/5 for guide, 5.0/5 for transportation and 4.9/5 for value for money. GetYourGuide shows no AI summary for this listing, and the sample is small, so I would not treat the score as a guarantee for every skipper.
Who should skip this private charter?
Skip it if you are a couple on a budget, need wheelchair access, are pregnant, or want a big party. The listing says there is no wheelchair access and does not recommend the trip for pregnant guests.
- Couples: the per-person price is highest at 2 guests.
- Self-drive fans: see the Arenal Boat Charter rental.
- Groups above 6: the price covers up to 6 only; ask about a bigger boat.
- Food-driven days: the includes list shows water only.
The listing states no child age limit, so ask the operator when you book. More alternatives are on the Mallorca boat tours hub.
How do you book the miniBAR private boat tour?
Choose a date and the number of passengers on GetYourGuide, check the price shown for your slot, and pay now or later. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before.
From $438 per group of up to 6 for a skippered private boat with paddleboard, snorkel gear, GoPro and fuel.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does this private boat trip cost?
It starts at $438 per group of up to 6, about €389 at the 2026-10-16 rate. The listing says prices may vary by date.
Where does this charter start?
At Club de Mar-Mallorca in Palma. Look for the guide in a striped hat.
How many people can join?
Up to 6 people share the group price. The boat is private to your group.
Is snorkelling equipment included?
Yes, snorkel gear, a stand-up paddleboard and a GoPro are listed as included.
Are drinks included?
Bottled water is on the includes list. The description also mentions cold drinks, so confirm with the operator before you go.
Which coves does the boat visit?
The listing names Cala Comtesa, Punta Negra, Cala Vinyes and Cala Bella Dona as optional stops, and mentions Cala Blava and Illetas in the highlights.
Where can I find private boat charters in Mallorca?
See the private boat tours in Mallorca page for each option, including self-drive rentals.
What are some popular water activities in Mallorca?
Snorkelling, paddleboarding, sailing and catamaran cruises; the Mallorca boat tours guide compares them.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
No, the listing says there is no wheelchair access on the boat.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 463512 (checked 2026-10-17); AEMET Palma normals; IBESTAT FRONTUR; Open-Meteo archive and marine APIs; sunrise-sunset.org API; Frankfurter FX API; Nager.Date public holidays API.
