Paguera: glass-bottom boat to spot dolphins
Glass-bottom boat trip from Paguera to look for bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales along Mallorca's southwest coast, with a light breakfast on board. Designed for families. Rated 4.6/5 from 3,852 reviews.
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Photo credits
- «Glass Bottom Ferry Puerto Rico GC 2010.JPG», by Felix König, CC BY 3.0 · source
- «Mallorca Peguera - panoramio.jpg», by Markusram, CC BY 3.0 · source
- «Der Badeort Peguera an der Südwestküste.jpg», by Rudolphus, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- foto de Pexels 33603930, licencia Pexels (uso libre) · source
- foto de Pexels 37430689, licencia Pexels (uso libre) · source
- foto de Pexels 13544500, licencia Pexels (uso libre) · source
- «Peguera Mallorca 2013.jpg», by Liilia Moroz, CC0 · source
- «Peguera Mallorca 2013 2.jpg», by Liilia Moroz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Practical details
- Duration
- 2 h 30 min
- Guide languages
- English · Spanish · German · French
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Glass-bottom boat to see the seabed
- Search for bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales
- Captain who knows where they usually are
- Snacks and drinks on board
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Our take
This is the most-reviewed family boat trip in southwest Mallorca, and it was missing from the guide: we have added it. Kids love looking through the glass bottom, and the dolphins are wild, not in a show. A very good option for a relaxed morning.
What's included
- 2-hour glass-bottom boat trip
- Breakfast snacks and drinks at the bar
Not included
- Transport to Paguera
Good to know
What to bring
- Hat and sun protection
- A light jacket
- Camera
Not suitable for
- People with reduced mobility
Things to keep in mind
- Arrive 20 minutes before departure
- Dolphin sightings are common but not guaranteed
- The route may change in bad weather
Meeting point
Tora beach jetty, Peguera (Calvià).
The jetty is on Tora beach in Paguera, about 30 minutes by car from Palma. Parking is tight in high season: arrive early.
The experience
What you will see
- The seabed through the glass hull.
- Wild bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales.
- Mallorca's southwest coast from the sea.
How it works
You arrive at the Tora beach jetty 20 minutes early, board and sail for about 2 hours looking for dolphins. A light breakfast is available at the boat's bar.
Who I recommend it for
- Families with children of any age.
- Anyone who wants to see wild dolphins.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone staying in the north: Paguera is far.
- Anyone who gets seasick easily.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility: boarding is from the quay.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Do you always see dolphins?
Is it good with small children?
How do I get there?
What about seasickness?
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