Private vs Shared Catamaran Charter in Mallorca: Which to Choose
The Big Question
When planning a catamaran experience in Mallorca, the first decision is: do you book individual spots on a shared cruise or charter the entire boat? Both options have clear advantages, and the best choice depends on your group, budget, and what you are looking for.
Quick Comparison
| Aspect | Shared | Private | |--------|--------|---------| | Price | EUR 69-89/person | EUR 2,800-5,500 total | | Ideal for | Couples, friends (2-6 people) | Groups, events, large families | | Customisation | Fixed route and menu | Custom route, menu and schedule | | Atmosphere | Social, festive | Exclusive, intimate | | Duration | 3-4 hours | 3-6 hours (flexible) | | DJ | Included | Included + customisable | | Capacity | Up to 98 (shared) | Up to 98 (your group only) |
Shared Experience: Best for Social Travellers
The shared cruise on the Azul Catamaran is perfect if you are travelling as a couple or with a small group and want to enjoy a premium experience without the cost of a private charter.
What is included
- Premium open bar (beer, wine, cocktails, soft drinks)
- Gourmet lunch or tapas with local produce
- Water slides, paddleboards and snorkelling gear
- Live DJ with ambient music and party
- Swimming stop at a crystal-clear cove
Price per person
- Day trip: EUR 79-89
- Sunset cruise: EUR 69-79
Private Charter: Best for Events and Groups
A private charter gives you the entire catamaran — 3 decks, 25 metres of floating luxury — exclusively for your group.
What is included (in addition to everything above)
- Custom route — choose your destination: Portals Vells, Illetas, Cala Vella
- Bespoke menu — work with our chef to design your banquet
- Flexible schedule — choose departure time and duration
- Decoration — available for weddings, birthdays, corporate events
Prices
- Private day charter: EUR 3,500-5,500
- Private sunset charter: EUR 2,800-4,500
- Special events (weddings, corporate): from EUR 4,500
Our Recommendation
| If you are... | Choose... | |--------------|-----------| | Couple on holiday | Shared (sunset) | | Group of friends (4-8) | Shared (day) | | Family with children | Private (day, 4h) | | Hen/stag party | Private (day, 5h) | | Wedding | Private (sunset, 5-6h) | | Corporate event | Private (day, 4-6h) | | Birthday | Private (sunset, 4h) |
Check the shared cruise calendar or request a private charter quote.
