Santa Ponsa Dolphin Watching Cruise with Swim Stop
About This Experience
Cruise Cormoran's Santa Ponsa departure covers the same southwest waters as its sister trip from Peguera, from the other end of the bay. The boat leaves the Embarcadero Santa Ponsa on Carrer de Ramon de Montcada, runs down the coast and then out into open water where the pods are.
Two hours is the standard length. The captain works the areas the dolphins use, and guests report sightings often coming early — sometimes twenty minutes out — which leaves the rest of the trip for the coast and the swim stop.
That swim stop is the difference between this and a pure wildlife run. The boat anchors in a cove, snorkel gear is available on board against a twenty-euro deposit, and there is a bar for the return leg. Bring a towel and something to swim in; neither is provided.
It shares the lowest fare on this site with its sister boat at Peguera, and the reviews read accordingly: a good-value family morning, not a specialist wildlife charter.
Highlights
- Sail from Santa Ponsa marina along the Calvià coastline
- Look for Risso's and bottlenose dolphins in the open water beyond the bay
- Watch them ride the wake and break alongside the boat
- Anchor in a cove for a swim stop on the way back
- Borrow snorkel gear on board against a small deposit
- Buy a drink from the bar for the run home
What's Included
- ✓ Two-hour dolphin watching cruise from Santa Ponsa
- ✓ Experienced captain working the areas the pods use
- ✓ Swim stop in a sheltered cove
- ✓ Snorkel gear, available against a €20 deposit
- ✓ A bar on board
- ✓ Coastal cruising along the southwest shore
Not Included
- Food and drinks, which are available to buy on board
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Towels
What to Bring
- Swimwear
- A towel
- Sunscreen
- Cash or a card for the snorkel deposit
Good to Know & Caveats
- The route may change according to weather conditions.
- Snorkel gear is lent against a €20 deposit, returned at the end of the trip.
- Alcohol, drugs and glass objects are not allowed on board.
- The operator works with its suppliers on emissions reduction and complies with environmental legislation.
Not Suitable For
- People with mobility impairments
Meeting Point
Embarcadero Santa Ponsa, Carrer de Ramon de Montcada, 26, 07183 Santa Ponça, Illes Balears, Spain
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.5/5 by 2,214 verified GetYourGuide travelers.
Excellent, so close to the dolphins, absolutely incredible, would do again
— Katerine, September 4, 2026
Great way to spend an afternoon. Saw the dolphins swimming out at sea and a bit of swimming afterwards.
— Keith, August 27, 2026
A magical trip to watch the dolphins. We took our 8 yr old and 5 year olds and they absolutely loved seeing dolphins for the first time. Worth the early start!
— Michelle, August 26, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the Peguera trip?
Same operator, same stretch of coast, different marina. Santa Ponsa is the two-hour version with a swim stop built in; the Peguera listing sells a shorter dolphin-only option alongside its longer ones. Pick whichever harbour you can get to easily.
Do I need my own snorkel gear?
No. Masks are available on board against a twenty-euro deposit you get back at the end. Bring a towel and swimwear, which are not provided.
How soon do the dolphins usually appear?
It varies with the day. Several guests describe sightings around twenty minutes after leaving the marina, which leaves plenty of trip left for the coast and the swim.
Is it good for children?
Guests regularly bring primary-school-age children and rate it well. The boat is stable and there is room to move about. It is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
Can I buy food on board?
There is a bar. Food and drink are not included in the fare but can be bought during the trip.
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