Cala Varques: kayak tour with sea caves and snorkelling
4.91,040 reviews
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3-hour guided kayak tour from Cala Romántica to the Cala Varques reserve, with swimming in sea caves, snorkelling by the natural arch, a short walk and a 4x4 ride back, plus free photos and videos. Rated 4.9/5 from 1,040 reviews.
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Spanish, English, German
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Guide languages
- Spanish · English · German
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Minimum age
- 6+
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Kayak along the east coast to Cala Varques
- Swim inside sea caves
- Snorkel by the natural arch
- Optional cliff jump at Cala Falcó
- Reserve walk and 4x4 ride
- Free photos and videos
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Our take
Cala Varques is one of Mallorca's most beautiful unspoilt coves, and reaching it by kayak, caves included, is the best way to see it. At 4.9/5 with over a thousand reviews, it's a very safe bet on the east coast.
What's included
- Kayak, paddle and full equipment
- Life jacket
- Snorkel mask and gear
- Helmet and torch for the caves
- Local guide
- Guided visit to sea caves
- Guided route through the Cala Varques reserve
- Photos and videos during the activity
- Water
- Wetsuit in colder months
Not included
- Hotel pickup
Good to know
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Water shoes
Not suitable for
- Children under 6
- People over 110 kg
Things to keep in mind
- No kayaking experience needed; you paddle for 40 to 60 minutes
- Caves, snorkelling and the Cala Falcó jump are optional
- Depending on the day, you start with the kayak or the 4x4
- A support zodiac stays near the group
- Groups of up to 32
Meeting point
Passeig Estany d'en Mas, 61, 07680 S'Estany d'en Mas (Cala Romántica).
Go to the Cala Romántica meeting point, where the guides hand out the gear and give a safety briefing.
The experience
What you will see
- The wild east coast of Mallorca between Cala Romántica and Cala Varques.
- Inside several sea caves, swimming with helmet and torch.
- The natural arch of Cala Varques and Cala Falcó.
- Posidonia meadows underwater.
How it works
After a safety briefing in Cala Romántica, you paddle along the coast with the guides to Cala Falcó and Cala Varques, stopping to swim, enter the caves and snorkel. At the end you walk about 15 minutes through the reserve and ride back by 4x4. The order may change on the day.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to see unspoilt coves without crowds.
- Families with kids aged 6+ and groups of friends.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone not comfortable swimming in the sea.
- Anyone after a plan with no physical effort.
Accessibility
GetYourGuide lists it as wheelchair accessible, but it involves kayaking, swimming and a walk; check with the provider before booking.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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Do I have to enter the caves or jump?
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