Kayak and snorkelling to sea caves from Alcúdia
About 3-hour kayak trip through north-coast sea caves, with photos and a picnic per the listing.
Towns of Mallorca · Bay of Alcúdia
Alcúdia
Also known as Alcudia
Medieval walls, stone streets and, a short walk away, the ruins of the Roman city of Pollentia.
- Things to do
- 46 in town · 9 nearby
- Area
- Bay of Alcúdia
- Best time
- Tuesday morning, market day
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Things to do in Alcúdia
The walls were begun in 1298 under James II and finished in 1362; today you can walk along parts of them and enter through the Porta del Moll or the Porta de Mallorca, both flanked by battlemented towers. Right next door lies Pollentia, one of the two cities the Romans founded on Mallorca.
Ciutat romana de Pollentia y Museu Monogràfic
Roman ruins of Pollentia and monographic museum (Alcúdia)
A walk through Pollentia's Roman theatre, forum and residential quarters, plus the small museum near the church.
Closed on Mondays according to Google
Alcúdia multi-adventure: kayak, sea cave, cliff jumps and snorkelling (The Challenge)
Three and a half hours of coastal adventure with kayaking, a sea cave you can swim into and optional jumps.
Small-group sea caving in the Cova des Coloms (Experience Mallorca)
Wetsuit, a swim to the cave mouth and a walk through underground lakes and stalagmites with a guide, from age 12.
Alcúdia: old town, market, boat along Formentor and beach (CityXperience)
A land-and-sea day: Alcúdia and its market, a boat ride from Port de Pollença and time at Formentor beach.
TUI España Turismo (bus turístico de Alcúdia)
Open-top panoramic bus tour of Alcúdia (100 minutes)
Fixed 100-minute open-top bus ride with live commentary past Alcúdia's medieval walls and the beaches of Port d'Alcúdia.
Alcúdia Market and Formentor
Guided trip of about 8 h with free time at Alcúdia market and a boat ride to Formentor.
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Ranxo Ses Roques animal farm
A 90-minute visit to the ranch's animal farm in Alcúdia: parrots, goats, ducks, peacocks, cows and rabbits that children can feed.
Closed on Sundays according to Google
Island tour by bus, boat, tram and train from Alcúdia
Full day with hotel pick-up, a German-speaking guide, Sa Calobra, boat to Port de Sóller, tram and the Sóller train to Palma.
Alcúdia city walls: a walk along the Camí de Ronda
The 1.5 km walled circuit of Alcúdia old town, with 26 towers and two gates; the tourism website mentions a free walk along the Camí de Ronda.
Alcúdia old town market, Tuesday and Sunday
Old town market on Tuesdays and Sundays from 8:00 to 13:30 per the town council; the Port d'Alcúdia market is on Fridays. Walking around is free.
Tandem paragliding over the Bay of Alcúdia
Tandem flight with a professional pilot from the hills of Alcúdia, overlooking the bay.
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Cable wakeboarding in Alcúdia
Cable wakeboard sessions on a lake in Alcúdia with ramps, kickers and rails, rental gear and lessons for beginners.
Coast, sunrise and dolphins on a semi-private boat from Port d'Alcúdia
Roughly three-hour trip with at most 12 people from Alcúdia harbour, taking in Alcanada island, Es Coll Baix and a search for dolphins.
Half-day cruise to Formentor beach from Alcúdia (maximum 12 people)
A boat with only 12 places: snorkelling at Cap Pinar, Formentor beach and views of the Balearics' highest lighthouse.
Sunrise dolphin watching from Alcúdia with My Sea Experience
Two hours by boat at dawn off the north of the island to see dolphins, in a small group with hotel pick-up.
Hidden pirate cave and snorkelling boat tour from Alcúdia (3 hours)
Three hours by boat along the Alcúdia coast to a hidden cave, with a snorkelling stop.
Five-hour catamaran cruise with a barbecue along the north coast from Port d'Alcúdia
A modern catamaran along the north coast past two bays, with snorkel and kayak stops and a barbecue on board.
Parampara Yoga & Holistic Center
SUP yoga in Port d'Alcúdia (April to October)
A yoga session on a stand-up paddle board with a certified teacher, with no yoga or SUP experience needed.
Closed on Sundays according to Google
Morning classic-boat trip with tapas and snorkelling from Alcúdia
A 4-hour trip (9:30-13:30) from Port d'Alcúdia on a classic wooden boat, with swimming, snorkelling, paddleboards and tapas on board.
Sunset cruise with tapas on Alcúdia Bay
A 3-hour sunset trip from Port d'Alcúdia on a restored wooden boat, with tapas, swimming, snorkelling and paddleboards.
Dolphin watching by fast boat from Alcúdia
A 3-hour fast-boat trip from Alcúdia port to look for dolphins, with a multilingual guide and ethical viewing practices.
Boat trip to the Farrutx Blue Cave with snorkelling from Alcúdia
A roughly 3-hour semi-rigid boat trip along the north-east coast, entering the Cova Gran de Farrutx by boat, with swimming and snorkelling.
Jet ski tour to the Jack Sparrow Cave from Alcúdia
A guided jet-ski tour of about 90 minutes from Alcúdia harbour to the Jack Sparrow Cave, with a swim stop.
Fundació Yannick i Ben Jakober (Sa Bassa Blanca)
Guided visit to the Hassan Fathy House and Sa Bassa Blanca
One-hour guided tour of the Hassan Fathy house with library, Mudéjar ceiling and Moroccan room, plus sculpture park.
Closed on Mondays and Sundays according to Google
Thirty-minute jet-ski ride around the Bay of Alcúdia with Gojet, photos included
A guided half-hour ride from Alcudiamar, with an instructor, life jacket and photos included.
Kitesurf taster in the Bay of Pollença
Introductory kitesurf lesson in the Bay of Pollença with at most two students per group and optional two- or three-day courses.
North-coast speedboat tour with sea caves and snorkelling (JetFun)
A 3-hour speedboat trip from Alcúdia port to hidden coves and Coll Baix, with two snorkelling stops.
Guided jet ski from Port d'Alcúdia to Aucanada with snorkelling
Guided jet ski ride from Alcúdia port to the Aucanada lighthouse, with a stop to swim and snorkel; no licence required.
Enigma Fishing Charter Mallorca
Sport fishing aboard the Enigma from Port d'Alcúdia
Private bottom-fishing or trolling trips with Captain Tom; can be combined with snorkelling or sightseeing and welcomes families with children.
Anacaona catamaran: Coll Baix and Pollença Bay with barbecue
A five-hour cruise from Port d'Alcúdia to Coll Baix and a cove in Pollença Bay, with snorkelling, kayaks and lunch on board.
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Boat from Port d'Alcúdia to Formentor beach
A four-hour outing from Alcúdia's Passeig Marítim that crosses Pollença Bay and leaves free time on Formentor beach.
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Tandem paragliding flight of 50 to 75 minutes around Alcúdia
Three tandem flights with a pilot-instructor: Standard Basic, Standard Plus with acrobatics and Premium, with up to 35 minutes in the air.
Tandem paragliding with Club de Vol Mediterrani in Alcúdia
Tandem and paramotor flights with a club that has promoted free flying in Mallorca since 1994, taking off from Puig de Sant Martí in Alcúdia.
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Horse ride of 1 or 2 hours in Alcúdia (Puig de Sant Martí)
Guided rides of 1 or 2 hours from the Alcúdia ranch, suitable for all ages; children aged 2 to 6 can share a horse with an adult.
Closed on Sundays according to Google
Glass-bottom catamaran along the north coast from Port d'Alcúdia
Relaxed catamaran ride along the north coast with underwater viewing windows, leaving from Port d'Alcúdia.
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Coasteering on the north coast of Alcúdia
A guided three-hour route along Alcúdia's cliffs combining scrambling, jumps into the sea, swimming and cave exploration.
14 m sailing yacht with tapas and wine from Alcúdia
A roughly 4-hour sail with skipper, tapas, wine and drinks included, for up to 9-10 guests along the Formentor coast.
6-hour sail to Cap de Formentor and Cala Figuera
A 6-hour sailing day from Alcúdia around Cap de Formentor to Cala Figuera, with regular departures on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Quad ride from Port d'Alcúdia (2 or 3 hours)
Guided quad rides from La Siesta 1: the 3-hour route reaches the Es Colomer viewpoint, the 2-hour one La Victoria.
18-hole golf at Club de Golf Alcanada
18-hole green fee on the Robert Trent Jones Jr. course in Alcúdia, with 2026 seasonal rates and buggy and club hire.
One-day trip to Menorca from Alcúdia
A roughly 12-hour day with a fast ferry from Alcúdia port, an official guide and a bus tour of Maó, Monte Toro, Binibeca and Ciutadella.
Guided stand-up paddle to Alcanada island
Board outing from Alcúdia bay to the Alcanada lighthouse with a beach stop and optional snorkelling.
Consell de Mallorca – Pedra en Sec i Senderisme
The Talaia d'Alcúdia from the Victòria hermitage
Consell circular route of 10.2 km and about 3 h 48 min across the La Victòria peninsula, medium difficulty and 600 m of climbing.
Closed on Sundays according to Google
Guided hiking on the Victòria peninsula and other routes
Walks with a local guide on the Victòria (Alcúdia), Cap Blanc, Galatzó, Randa or the GR221, with notes on plants, wildlife and history.
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Coves and beaches in Alcúdia
Alcúdia on the map
The stamp marks the town; the dots are the experiences in and around it, coloured by category.
In Alcúdia
- Kayak and snorkelling to sea caves from Alcúdia0.2 km
- Roman ruins of Pollentia and monographic museum (Alcúdia)0.2 km
- Alcúdia multi-adventure: kayak, sea cave, cliff jumps and snorkelling (The Challenge)0.2 km
- Small-group sea caving in the Cova des Coloms (Experience Mallorca)0.2 km
- Alcúdia: old town, market, boat along Formentor and beach (CityXperience)0.2 km
- Open-top panoramic bus tour of Alcúdia (100 minutes)0.2 km
- Alcúdia Market and Formentor0.2 km
- Ranxo Ses Roques animal farm0.2 km
Around
- Outdoor yoga class in Port de Pollença (drop-in)6.0 km
- Road bike rental in Port de Pollença (2GoCycling)6.0 km
- Guided bike ride from Pollença to Cala Sant Vicenç with picnic6.0 km
- Mountain bike tour to Coll Baix on the Alcúdia peninsula6.0 km
- Bike ride through the Pollença vineyards with wine tasting6.0 km
- Colnago or Massi road bike hire in Port de Pollença6.2 km
When to visit Alcúdia, and tips
- 01
When to go
On Tuesday mornings, market day in the old town. In early October, the Fira d’Alcúdia fair; and on 25 July, Sant Jaume, the patron saint.
- 02
A local tip
From Palma, TIB line 302 serves Alcúdia and the whole bay. Walk the walls first and finish at Pollentia, a few minutes away on foot.
Quick facts
- Walls
- 1298–1362
- Market
- Tuesday morning
- Fira d'Alcúdia
- First weekend of October
Where to stay in Alcúdia
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Near Alcúdia
Within 12 km as the crow flies, nearest first.
Parampara Yoga & Holistic Center
Outdoor yoga class in Port de Pollença (drop-in)
Open-air yoga classes for all levels, from Hatha to Vinyasa, with mat included and online booking.
Closed on Sundays according to Google
Road bike rental in Port de Pollença (2GoCycling)
Road bikes from brands such as Stevens, Wilier or Lapierre, rented by the day in the centre of Port de Pollença.
Guided bike ride from Pollença to Cala Sant Vicenç with picnic
About 25 km on small lanes to Pollença old town and Cala Sant Vicenç, with a swim stop and a Mallorcan picnic.
Mountain bike tour to Coll Baix on the Alcúdia peninsula
About 40 km by mountain bike along the Alcúdia peninsula coast, with a 45-minute walk to Coll Baix beach and a picnic.
Bike ride through the Pollença vineyards with wine tasting
An easy ride of about 20 km through the Pollença wine area, with a tasting on a vineyard terrace and a picnic.
Colnago or Massi road bike hire in Port de Pollença
Carbon road bikes (Colnago V4, Massi Arrow3) with electronic shifting, from a shop with a café in Port de Pollença.
In the rankings
- Morning classic-boat trip with tapas and snorkelling from Alcúdia: no. 3 in “Boat trips”
- Kayak and snorkelling to sea caves from Alcúdia: no. 4 in “Water activities”
- Ranxo Ses Roques animal farm: no. 7 in “Parks & attractions”
- Ranxo Ses Roques animal farm: no. 7 in “Cheap or free”
- Sport fishing aboard the Enigma from Port d'Alcúdia: no. 7 in “Boat trips”
- Alcúdia: old town, market, boat along Formentor and beach (CityXperience): no. 8 in “Tours & excursions”
- Guided visit to the Hassan Fathy House and Sa Bassa Blanca: no. 10 in “Culture & heritage”
What to do around here
Ways to explore Alcúdia
Comparisons built from the experiences in and around Alcúdia.
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What is there to see and do in Alcúdia?
The walls were begun in 1298 under James II and finished in 1362; today you can walk along parts of them and enter through the Porta del Moll or the Porta de Mallorca, both flanked by battlemented towers. Right next door lies Pollentia, one of the two cities the Romans founded on Mallorca. Atlas de Mallorca lists 46 experiences in town and 9 nearby: Kayak and snorkelling to sea caves from Alcúdia, Roman ruins of Pollentia and monographic museum (Alcúdia), Alcúdia multi-adventure: kayak, sea cave, cliff jumps and snorkelling (The Challenge), Small-group sea caving in the Cova des Coloms (Experience Mallorca), Alcúdia: old town, market, boat along Formentor and beach (CityXperience), Open-top panoramic bus tour of Alcúdia (100 minutes).
When is the best time to visit Alcúdia?
On Tuesday mornings, market day in the old town. In early October, the Fira d’Alcúdia fair; and on 25 July, Sant Jaume, the patron saint.
Any practical tips for visiting Alcúdia?
From Palma, TIB line 302 serves Alcúdia and the whole bay. Walk the walls first and finish at Pollentia, a few minutes away on foot.
Sources
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