Private Boat Rental Abaris 23 from Alcudia

The best part of this private Abaris 23 rental is the freedom to shape your day on the water. From Port d’Alcúdia, you can work your way along Alcudia and Pollensa Bays, stopping at places such as Platja des Coll Baix and Formentor Playa. I like the full eight hours and the room for up to ten people, which makes a boat day far more personal than a crowded cruise. I also like that the team gives you a map and a proper briefing before you leave.

The main catch is that this is not a cheap outing for one or two people, and the bareboat option requires a valid license plus a €1,000 card deposit. A captain costs another €200, and bottled water is not included, so you need to plan the practical details before casting off.

Key points to know before you book

• Eight hours on Alcudia and Pollensa Bays: Choose a 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, or 10:30 start and keep the boat for the day.
• Abaris 23 for up to ten people: The fixed group price can work well for families or friends sharing the cost.
• Drive yourself or add a captain: A valid license is required for the bareboat rental. A captain costs €200 at the local office.
• Two strong coastal targets: Platja des Coll Baix and Formentor Playa give you beaches, clear water, and access to Mallorca’s northern shore.
• Useful pre-departure guidance: Quest Heroes provides life jackets, a map, instructions, route suggestions, and weather advice.
• Weather matters: The booking is non-refundable, but poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund if the operator cancels.

Why a private boat works well in northern Mallorca

A private boat gives you something a standard excursion cannot: control over the rhythm of the day. You are not tied to a group timetable once you leave the port. If one cove looks inviting, you can spend more time there. If a beach is crowded, you can move on.

That freedom is especially useful around Alcudia and Pollensa Bays. The route includes beaches, rocky coves, caves, cliffs, and mountain views, with swimming spots that are difficult to reach by road. You can make the day quiet and simple, or use it as an active coastline outing with several stops.

The boat holds up to ten people, so this is best considered a group experience rather than a personal watercraft rental. At $865.01 per group, the value changes sharply with group size. Split ten ways, the base price is about $86.50 per person. For four people, it is about $216 per person before any captain fee. Add the €200 captain charge, and the total rises again.

That pricing makes the rental sensible for a full group celebrating a special day, sharing a holiday outing, or wanting a private alternative to a large boat tour. For a couple or small family, the cost may be harder to justify.

Starting at Port d’Alcúdia

The meeting point is Carrer dels Pins, 19, Port d’Alcúdia, at Carrer dels Pins, 07400 Port d’Alcúdia, Illes Balears, Spain. The boat returns to the same place after the eight-hour outing, so you do not need to arrange a second pickup point.

The listed start time is 10:00 a.m., but the operating choices are 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, or 10:30. Confirm your chosen time when booking, since an early start gives you the longest useful stretch of daylight and more flexibility if you want several stops.

The company’s handover process is one of the stronger parts of the experience. Nathalie is described as warm and helpful during arrival, while Pablo handles the boat briefing and questions. You receive instructions, safety information, and a map showing attractive places to visit. That matters if you are driving the boat yourself and do not know the northern coast.

You should arrive ready to listen carefully. The map is useful, but it does not replace understanding the boat, the route, and the day’s conditions. If you have a license, bring it and take the credit card needed for the €1,000 deposit block.

Choosing between bareboat rental and a captain

The bareboat option gives you the most independence, but it is not a casual hire without requirements. You need a valid boating license, and the company places a €1,000 deposit block on your card. That deposit is separate from the rental price, so make sure your card has enough available credit.

A captain is available for an extra €200, paid at the office. This changes the feel of the day. You can concentrate on swimming, taking photos, eating, and enjoying the coast instead of monitoring the boat and route.

The captain option also makes sense if nobody in your group wants to handle the boat. It was particularly praised for friendly service, local route suggestions, and finding caves and less obvious swimming places. The skipper can help you make better use of the eight hours, especially if your group wants to see a lot without turning the day into a navigation exercise.

I would choose the captain for a celebration, a mixed-age family group, or anyone who wants a relaxed day. I would choose bareboat rental only if you already have the required license and genuinely enjoy being responsible for the boat.

Following the Alcudia Bay route

Alcudia Bay is the natural first part of the outing from Port d’Alcúdia. The route gives you a different view of Mallorca’s northern shore, with open water, rocky sections, beaches, and mountain scenery around the bay.

Platja des Coll Baix is one of the main attractions named for the route. Its appeal is the sense of distance from ordinary beach access. From the water, you can stop near a beach that is difficult to reach by land, swim, and enjoy the coast without needing to make a long overland approach.

The boat also gives you access to caves and small coves along the northern coast. Exact stops are not fixed, so you should treat the map and briefing as a guide rather than a guaranteed schedule. Conditions, time, and the captain’s judgment can shape the final route.

This flexibility is a strength, but it means you should not book expecting a rigid list of stops. You are buying a day on the coast, not a set of timed shore visits.

Continuing into Pollensa Bay and toward Formentor

Pollensa Bay adds more open views and access to the Formentor area. Formentor Playa is another named attraction, giving you a classic Mallorca beach stop as part of the northern route.

The coastline here is a good match for a boat day because the water lets you see beaches and rocky edges from a position that road travel cannot provide. You might stop for a swim near a small beach, look into a cave, or pause beside cliffs and mountains.

The phrase might stop is important. The supplied route lists attractions rather than promising a fixed order or guaranteed time at each one. If you want to reach both Coll Baix and Formentor Playa, tell the captain or the staff during the briefing and ask how much time to allow for each section.

A full day gives you a better chance of seeing several places without rushing. An eight-hour rental is long enough for a proper coastal outing, but it is still worth resisting the urge to pack in every possible stop. The best part of a private boat is often staying longer at the place your group likes most.

What the boat day feels like on the water

The Abaris 23 is presented as a clean, well-maintained boat in excellent working order. The experience includes life jackets, and the pre-departure instructions cover safety and operation.

The reviews also point to a team that is easy to work with. The handover is described as professional, friendly, and clear, with prompt help during the booking process. That is valuable because a boat rental has more moving parts than a simple sightseeing ticket.

Once underway, the day is yours. You can explore beaches, caves, cliffs, and quiet swimming spots, then return to the meeting point after the eight-hour period. You may find the boat especially useful for reaching places where a road trip would leave you with a walk, a crowded beach, or no access at all.

Bring bottled water because it is not included. The available information does not list food, drinks, snorkeling equipment, or other extras, so you should ask the operator what you may bring and what is available before departure. Life jackets are included, but do not assume every piece of beach or water gear is supplied.

Is $865.01 good value for your group?

The base price is $865.01 for up to ten people. That is a substantial total, but the per-person cost can be reasonable when a full group shares it. You get eight hours, private use of the boat, and the chance to choose your own stops.

The captain adds €200. For a group of ten, that is another €20 per person. For a smaller group, it has a greater effect on the budget. You also need to account for the €1,000 card deposit block if you drive the boat yourself.

I see the strongest value in three cases:

• You have eight to ten people sharing the price.
• You want a full private day rather than a short public cruise.
• You care more about swimming and coastal access than a formal guided sightseeing program.

The value is weaker if you are only two people, want a low-cost beach day, or prefer every detail to be included. Bottled water is extra, and a captain is not part of the listed base price.

The high rating, 4.9 out of 5 from 32 ratings, matches the strongest practical points: clean boats, courteous staff, clear instructions, safety support, and good route advice. Still, a high service rating does not remove the basic risks of a day on the sea. Your enjoyment depends on weather, comfort with the boat, and how well your group shares the space.

Timing, weather, and the cancellation rule

This activity needs good weather. If the operator cancels because conditions are poor, you are offered another date or a full refund.

The standard cancellation rule is strict: the experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason if you cancel or request an amendment. That makes travel insurance and careful planning worth considering, especially if your holiday schedule is tight.

The four possible start times give you some choice, but confirmation is subject to availability and is provided within 48 hours of booking. If your date is important, do not assume a preferred departure time is secured until confirmation arrives.

Who should book this boat rental?

I would recommend it most to a group of friends, a family with older children, or anyone marking a birthday or other special occasion. The private setup makes it easy to set your own pace, and ten people can share the fixed cost.

It also suits confident boat users who already have the required license. If nobody in your party wants to drive, the captain option removes much of the work and lets you focus on the coast.

I would be more cautious about booking it for a very small group. The price may feel high when divided between two or three people. I would also think twice if your plans cannot handle a strict non-refundable booking.

FAQ

How long is the private boat rental?

The rental lasts approximately eight hours on the sea.

Where does the boat leave from?

The meeting point is Carrer dels Pins, 07400 Port d’Alcúdia, Illes Balears, Spain.

What start times are available?

You can start at 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, or 10:30, subject to availability.

How many people can use the boat?

The private rental is for a group of up to ten people.

Do I need a boating license?

You need a valid license if you choose the bareboat rental option.

Can I hire a captain?

Yes. A captain is available for an additional €200, paid at the local office.

What is included in the price?

Life jackets are included. Bottled water is not included.

Should you book the Abaris 23 rental?

Book it if you want eight private hours around northern Mallorca, have a group large enough to share the cost, and value the freedom to choose your own beaches and swimming stops. The clean boat, friendly handover, useful map, and strong safety briefing all make the rental easier to manage.

For the smoothest day, add the captain if you do not already have a license or simply want to relax. If you drive yourself, bring the required license and credit card for the €1,000 deposit block. Pack water, confirm your start time, and remember that bad weather is the one condition that can change the plan.

This is not the cheapest way to spend a day in Mallorca. It is a strong choice for a private group that wants the northern coast on its own terms, with enough time to reach Coll Baix, Formentor, caves, cliffs, and swimming spots that are hard to access from land.