Bay of Alcúdia Jet Ski Tour with Photos Mallorca

The Bay of Alcúdia from a jet ski

The Bay of Alcúdia curves for more than ten kilometres along the north-east of Mallorca, from the old town of Alcúdia and its port to Playa de Muro and Can Picafort. Its water is shallow, clear and usually calm, ringed by mountains on both headlands, which makes it one of the best places on the island for water sports.

On this jet ski tour in Alcúdia you leave the protected harbour behind and open the throttle on the bay, feeling the spray and the speed while the instructor keeps the group together. The route is designed for first-timers as much as for experienced riders: the instructor sets the pace, and you always know where to go. It is the quickest way to see the coastline from the water and to understand the size of the bay.

The Alcanada lighthouse

Off the point of Alcanada, south of the port, a small rocky islet carries one of Mallorca's most photographed lighthouses, a white tower and keeper's house among pine trees. It guides boats into the bay and is a favourite target for kayakers and boat trips, but by jet ski you reach it in minutes.

The route circles near the islet, where the instructor stops to take photos of you with the lighthouse and the green shore behind. The water here is especially clear over sand and seagrass, and on calm days you can see the bottom from the jet ski. It is the best photo spot of the ride.

Port d'Alcúdia marina

Port d'Alcúdia is the busiest harbour in the north of Mallorca, with a large marina, fishing boats and the ferry pier for Menorca. The jet ski tour starts from pontoon number 4 in the marina, a short walk from the beachfront promenade and the restaurants of the port, so it is easy to fit into a beach day.

Arrive 30 minutes before your start time to sign the waiver, show your ID and get your life jacket. The instructor explains the controls, the speed limits inside the harbour and the hand signals used on the water. After the ride you return to the same pontoon, with time to relax on the nearby beach.

Who can ride and how it works

Each jet ski carries one driver and one passenger. The driver must be at least 16, and drivers of 16 or 17 need written authorisation from a parent. Passengers can be from 5 years old, so families can ride with older children. No licence is needed for this guided ride, because the instructor accompanies you throughout.

The best time for a jet ski ride in Mallorca is from May to October, when the sea is warm; the late-morning departure often has the calmest water, while the afternoon slots have the warmest light for photos. In strong wind the ride may be rescheduled for safety. Leave valuables on shore, wear swimwear and expect to get wet: the spray is part of the fun, and the instructor's photos capture it.