Mallorca PRIVATE Reservation*Scuba dive + photo/video

The best part of this Mallorca experience is its small scale. You get one instructor for no more than two people, begin from shore, and move into deeper water only after you feel at ease. Alex and Jose bring years of teaching experience, while an assistant records your underwater progress with a GoPro 10.

I like the calm, personal instruction and the chance to see creatures such as cuttlefish, octopus, moray eel, and small grouper. I also like that swimming skill is not required, though you still need to complete the medical forms and follow the operator’s health rules. The main catch is the price: the advertised amount is only a booking figure, with equipment and insurance fees of about €100 to €110 per person due separately.

Key points at a glance

Plan for about two hours from start to finish. The session includes theory, gear preparation, shallow-water practice, and the longer underwater portion. Since the actual location is about 15 minutes by car from Palma City, allow some flexibility around the stated duration.

Do not schedule this immediately before a flight. The operator says you should not scuba within 12 hours of flying. That rule is easy to overlook when you are planning a short holiday, so put the activity early enough in your itinerary.

You also need to read the medical forms before booking. Confirmation is provided at the time of booking, and the activity is near public transportation, but the information does not promise a fully accessible setup or hotel pickup. If mobility, medical, or transport concerns apply to you, contact IKIGAI SCUBA before paying.

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund. Weather-related cancellations bring the choice of another date or a full refund.

Who should book this Mallorca activity

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• First-time scuba participants who feel nervous about breathing underwater
• Couples or friends who want private instruction
• Solo visitors looking for a guided introduction
• People who want photos and videos without handling a camera
• Anyone staying near Palma or Bendinat who can reach the meeting point
• Beginners interested in coastal marine life rather than a formal certification course

I would think twice if you are already an experienced scuba participant. The shallow maximum depth, basic theory, and slow adjustment period are intended for beginners. This is also not the right choice if you need guaranteed sightings, a boat trip, or a full training qualification.

The best preparation is simple. Read the medical information, confirm the extra fee, avoid flying within 12 hours afterward, and leave enough time in your schedule for a relaxed start. Bring the right attitude: the goal is to become comfortable underwater, not to cover a great distance.

Should you book this private Palma session?

Book it if you want a gentle first introduction with close supervision, a small group, and a useful set of underwater photos and videos. Alex and Jose’s calm teaching style is the main reason this works for nervous beginners, while the chance to see cuttlefish, octopus, wrasse, and other coastal life adds genuine interest.

Do not book it based only on the $29.96 headline. Confirm the €100 to €110 per-person equipment and insurance cost first. If the full total fits your budget, the private format offers a strong introduction to Mallorca’s underwater world. If your priority is the cheapest possible lesson or a deeper, more advanced outing, choose a different style of activity.

FAQ

How long does the Mallorca scuba experience last?

The full activity takes about two hours. You spend roughly 45 to 50 minutes underwater, with about an hour in the water overall.

How deep will I go?

The stated maximum is 6 meters, although the short summary lists 5 meters. You begin at about 1 meter and move deeper only as you become comfortable.

Do I need to know how to swim?

The activity details say swimming ability is not required. You still need to complete the medical forms and follow the instructor’s safety guidance.

Who leads the session?

The named instructors are Alex and Jose. Each has about 13 years of teaching experience and thousands of underwater outings.

How many people are in each group?

This is a private activity for one instructor and up to two participants. No other group joins your session.

Are photos and videos included?

Yes. An assistant uses a GoPro 10 to take underwater photos and videos during the activity.

Is transportation included?

Private transportation is not included. The meeting point is Carrer Andreu Ferret, 1, in Bendinat, and the shore location is about 15 minutes by car from Palma City.

Can I fly after the activity?

You should not scuba within 12 hours before flying. Schedule the activity with that restriction in mind.