Private Boat Rental Abaris 23 from Alcudia

Northern Mallorca opens up beautifully from the water. With the private Abaris 23, you can set out from Port d’Alcúdia for eight hours and shape the day around swimming, coves, caves, and the striking coast toward Formentor. I like the freedom of having the boat to your own group, and I like that the team provides route guidance rather than simply handing over the keys.

The main catch is cost: $865.01 per group is a serious day out, even with up to 10 people sharing it. You also need a license to drive, a €1,000 card deposit is required, and a captain costs an extra €200. Bad weather can change your plans, and the cancellation terms are strict.

Key points at a glance

• Eight hours on the northern coast: Choose a 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, or 10:30 start and return to Port d’Alcúdia after a full day at sea.
• Private space for up to 10 people: The price is per group, so the value improves sharply when shared by a larger party.
• Drive yourself or add a captain: Bring your license and card for the €1,000 deposit, or pay €200 for a captain.
• Two strong coastal targets: Platja des Coll Baix and Formentor Playa give you very different settings for swimming and sightseeing.
• Useful local briefing: The team supplies a map, instructions, safety guidance, and suggestions for worthwhile places to stop.
• Life jackets are included: Bottled water is not, so bring your own supply for a long day under the Mallorcan sun.

Eight hours between Alcudia and Pollensa Bays

This is not a short harbor cruise. You get roughly eight hours on the water, which gives you time to move beyond Port d’Alcúdia and explore the northern coast at your own pace.

The route centers on Alcudia and Pollensa Bays, with Platja des Coll Baix and Formentor Playa listed as key attractions. The exact shape of your day depends on your chosen start time, sea conditions, and whether you take the boat yourself or use a captain. That flexibility is the point. You are not tied to a fixed sequence of stops or a large group’s timetable.

Start times are offered at 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, and 10:30. The supplied meeting information lists 10:00 am as the start time, so confirm your selected departure when booking. An early start gives you the longest useful stretch of daylight and leaves more room for unhurried swimming stops.

The boat returns to the same meeting point on Carrer dels Pins in Port d’Alcúdia. There is no separate return transfer to arrange, which keeps the day simple, especially if your group has beach bags, towels, and food to carry.

Why Coll Baix is worth the boat ride

Platja des Coll Baix is one of the most appealing reasons to book a private boat in this part of Mallorca. It is a coastal beach reached from the sea, and the boat gives you a way to enjoy the area without treating the beach as your only destination.

The practical benefit is freedom. You can stop for a swim, look back toward the cliffs, and continue when your group is ready. If you are using a captain, you can ask about the best way to enjoy the cove on the day. If you are driving, the map and briefing help you plan your approach.

I would treat Coll Baix as a scenic swimming stop rather than assume it will provide every facility you need. Bottled water is not included, and the experience is built around being on the boat, not around staffed beach services. Pack drinks, food, sun protection, and anything your group needs for several hours at sea.

The coast here is also a good fit for people who want more than a simple resort outing. The day can include cliffs, clear water, small beaches, and places that are awkward to reach by land. Several bookings describe the northern coastline in terms of caves, cliffs, mountain views, and quiet swimming spots. Those are the kinds of details that make a private boat useful.

Formentor Playa and the northern coast

Formentor Playa offers a different mood from Coll Baix. It gives you a chance to see one of the better-known parts of Mallorca’s northern shore from the sea, with the coast spreading out around the boat rather than appearing as a single beach stop.

The attraction here is not just arriving at a named beach. From the water, you can appreciate the scale of the coastline and pause where conditions allow. The boat gives you a moving view of bays, cliffs, and mountain-backed shore, while a captain can help you choose stops that fit the day.

You should keep expectations sensible. The supplied details do not promise a fixed number of swimming stops, snorkeling equipment, food, or a guaranteed visit to every cave. The route is described around Alcudia and Pollensa Bays, Coll Baix, and Formentor, but the captain or operating team will need to respond to weather and sea conditions.

That flexibility is an advantage for some people and a drawback for others. If you want a tightly scripted sightseeing tour with a confirmed schedule, this may feel loose. If you want to decide when to swim, when to cruise, and when to linger, it is much better suited.

Self-drive freedom or a €200 captain

The choice between driving and hiring a captain changes the character of the experience.

If you have the required license, you can take the boat yourself. Bring the license and a credit card, since the company requires a €1,000 deposit block. This is an important cost consideration. The deposit is not the same as the rental price, but it can affect your available credit during the trip.

A self-drive rental suits an experienced boater who is comfortable following instructions and managing a full day on the water. The team provides a map and briefing, and the preparation is part of what makes the rental approachable. You still carry responsibility for operating the boat sensibly and respecting the conditions.

The captain option costs an extra €200, paid at the office. For a group of 10, that adds only €20 per person. For a smaller group, the extra charge is more noticeable, but it may be the smarter choice if nobody wants to focus on navigation and boat handling.

The captain can also make the day more relaxed. Several descriptions of the experience emphasize friendly, capable skippers who suggested caves, coves, and activities while adapting the route to the group. One named team member, Pablo, is associated with the pre-departure briefing and practical route advice, while Nathalie is described as handling the welcome with warmth and humor. These personal touches matter when you are trusting a company with a full day on the water.

What the boat day feels like in practice

Expect to meet at Carrer dels Pins in Port d’Alcúdia. After the handover and briefing, you receive life jackets and guidance before heading out. The company has been praised for clean boats in very good working order, but you should still use the briefing to ask every question that matters to your group.

A map with suggested places is supplied. That is useful because a private rental can otherwise begin with too many choices. You can mark the broad plan before leaving: head toward the preferred part of the bay, stop for a swim, continue along the coast, and leave enough time to return to port.

The boat is described as an Abaris 23, with space for up to 10 people. The data supplied does not give a detailed seating layout, onboard toilet, shade arrangement, engine specifications, or storage capacity. Do not assume those features. Ask the operator if your group needs a particular setup.

Life jackets are included, but bottled water is not. For eight hours at sea, water is not a minor detail. Bring enough drinks for everyone, plus food if you do not want to return early. Keep your bags compact and protected from spray, since no luggage arrangements are specified.

The day is likely to be most enjoyable when you leave room in the plan. The strongest part of a private boat rental is often the unscheduled half-hour: one more swim, a pause beside a cliff, or a quiet look at the coast before moving on. You do not get that freedom on a standard group cruise.

The value of $865.01 for a private group

The listed price is $865.01 per group of up to 10 people. At full capacity, that works out to about $86.50 per person before any captain charge. Add the €200 captain fee and the group cost becomes roughly €20 more per person, though the final per-person figure depends on currency conversion and your group size.

For 10 people, the price can make sense for an eight-hour private boat day. You receive the whole boat rather than paying individual fares for a short cruise, and you can spread the cost among friends or family. The value is strongest if your group genuinely wants a full day of swimming and coastline exploration.

For two or three people, the calculation changes. You are paying a large private-rental price for the same eight-hour period, so a smaller group should be certain that privacy and freedom matter more than finding a lower-cost shared excursion.

A captain makes financial sense when it lets everyone relax. If one person in your group would otherwise spend the day handling the boat, checking the route, and watching conditions, the €200 may buy more enjoyment than it costs. If you already have a qualified and confident driver, self-drive keeps the total lower.

Also budget for items not included: bottled water and, based on the supplied information, your own food and personal beach supplies. The strict cancellation policy matters too. The booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you are offered another date or a full refund, but a personal change of plan does not qualify for a refund.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this for a group that wants control over its day. Families, couples traveling with friends, birthday groups, and small celebrations can all benefit from having the boat to themselves. A full-day private rental is also a good match for people who prefer swimming in less accessible places instead of spending the day at one busy beach.

It works particularly well for an experienced boater with a valid license. You can keep the cost down, choose your route with the map, and stop when the group wants. If nobody has the right license or nobody wants to drive, the captain option removes that barrier.

The captain also suits groups with mixed interests. One person may want to swim, another may want to see caves, and someone else may simply want to sit back and watch the coast. A captain can help shape the day around those different wishes.

I would think twice if your group dislikes heat, motion, or long stretches outdoors. Eight hours is a long time on a boat. It is also not ideal for anyone who wants every meal, drink, and activity included. This is a rental with basic safety equipment, not a catered yacht charter.

Practical details before you book

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation. Most people can take part, though anyone with specific mobility or medical needs should ask the operator for more detail because the supplied information does not describe boarding arrangements.

Choose your start time carefully. A 9:00 departure gives you the full morning and afternoon, while a 10:30 departure may suit people who prefer a slower start. All options provide about eight hours on the sea.

Bring your license if you plan to drive. Bring the credit card needed for the €1,000 deposit block. If you want a captain, arrange the €200 payment at the office. Confirm whether your chosen departure is recorded as 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, or 10:30, since the general meeting information also shows 10:00 am.

The operator’s overall rating is 4.9 from 32 ratings, with 97 percent of customers recommending the experience. The most consistent strengths are the boat’s condition, the friendly welcome, clear instructions, safety focus, and useful suggestions for coastal stops. Those are exactly the basics you want from a boat rental company.

Should you book the Abaris 23?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the cost and you want a full day of private access to Mallorca’s northern coast. The combination of Coll Baix, Formentor, swimming stops, caves, cliffs, and route freedom gives you much more control than a standard cruise.

Choose the captain if you want the day to feel easy, especially if nobody in your group is a confident boat operator. Choose self-drive only if you have the required license and are comfortable with the €1,000 card deposit.

Skip it if you want a low-cost outing for one or two people, an all-inclusive boat with water provided, or a flexible cancellation policy. For the right group, though, this is a strong way to turn one day in Alcudia into a proper northern Mallorca coastal adventure.

FAQ

How long is the private boat rental?

You have approximately eight hours on the sea, returning to the meeting point in Port d’Alcúdia.

How many people can join?

The price covers a private group of up to 10 people.

Where does the boat depart?

The meeting point is Carrer dels Pins, 07400 Port d’Alcúdia, Illes Balears, Spain. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

Can I drive the boat myself?

Yes, if you have the required license. Bring your license and a credit card so the operator can block a €1,000 deposit.

How much does a captain cost?

A captain costs an additional €200, paid at the office.

Are drinks included?

No. Bottled water is not included, so you should arrange your own water for the eight-hour outing.