Peguera: Racing Car Drive and Jet Ski Combo Tour

Mallorca gives you two very different thrills in one afternoon: tight mountain roads and S-bends by race car, followed by a fast run across the water to Cala en Basset. The route links Peguera with Palma, Port d’Andratx, Camp de Mar, and several coves, so you get more than a simple speed session.

I like the small group limit of eight, which should make the guide’s instructions easier to hear, and I like the built-in transfer between the car and jet ski portions. The main catch is the extra €30 driver insurance, plus the fact that two people normally share one car and one jet ski rather than automatically receiving two vehicles.

Key points to know before booking

• The driving section runs from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, with the jet ski portion scheduled from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• The car is manual, and the driver must be at least 21 with two years of driving experience.
• The route covers several southwest Mallorca highlights, including Puerto Portals, Palma Cathedral, Port d’Andratx, Camp de Mar, and Cala Fornells.
• The jet ski ride lasts 60 minutes and includes time at Cala en Basset and S’agilau Cave.
• A booking for two people includes one car and one jet ski, so reserve twice for one person if you want two separate vehicles.
• Bring swimwear, a towel, sunglasses, a driving license, and a credit card, and leave flip-flops at the hotel.

Two kinds of speed in one Peguera afternoon

This is not a traditional sightseeing tour with a quick photo stop added on. The appeal is the change of pace. You begin behind the wheel on Mallorca’s roads, then switch to a jet ski for a short but lively coastal ride.

The driving section is best understood as a guided road tour in a sporty car. You follow the coast from Peguera toward Palma, then head back through the southwest. The most enjoyable part may be the mountain roads, where bends and changing views give the car portion some real character.

The water section has a different purpose. You get about an hour of riding, with a stop at Cala en Basset for clear water and a visit to S’agilau Cave. You can take photos inside the cave, so this is not only about speed.

The schedule matters. The car tour runs from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, then the jet ski section begins at 6:00 PM and ends at 7:00 PM. That makes the experience a late-afternoon plan rather than a flexible half-day outing. The transfer between the two parts is included, but you should keep the full block of time free.

Starting at Formula Tours in Peguera

Meet at the Formula Tours office at Carrer de La Savina, 8. This is also where the experience finishes, making the start and return fairly simple if you are staying in Peguera.

The guide provides an explanation before you set off. Since the group is limited to eight participants, you should have a better chance of understanding the driving and safety instructions than you would in a large convoy.

Bring your passport or identity card and driving license. You also need a credit card, which is especially important because the driver insurance costs an additional €30 at the office. The tour includes full insurance as listed, but the separate driver insurance charge is something to add to your budget.

Wear comfortable shoes. Sandals and flip-flops are not allowed, which makes sense for operating a manual car and handling the equipment. Pack sunglasses, swimwear, and a towel for the jet ski portion. A helmet, life jacket, one drink per person, and child seats are supplied.

Following the coast from Peguera toward Palma

The first part leaves Peguera and follows the coast through the Calvià area. This gives you a quick introduction to the southwest, where built-up resort areas give way to rocky coves, ports, and hilly roads.

You are not simply driven from one stop to the next. The point is to take part in the drive, so the manual transmission matters. If you are comfortable changing gears and handling bends, the car section should feel active rather than passive.

If you are not used to manual cars, think carefully before booking. The experience is specifically unsuitable for people who cannot drive a manual transmission. The minimum age for the pilot is 21, and you need at least two years of driving experience.

The route can also vary. One available account describes a different route from the published outline, but the mountain roads and S-bends were still a strong part of the experience. That is useful to know: the named stops give you a good idea of the area, but traffic and timing can affect the exact road plan.

Puerto Portals and the first photo stop

The first planned stop is Puerto Portals, one of Mallorca’s better-known upscale marinas. It is a useful break after leaving Peguera and gives you a chance to stretch your legs and take in the polished waterfront setting.

Puerto Portals is not the rugged side of the island. Its appeal is the contrast between the road ride and the marina, with boats, restaurants, and a more exclusive feel. If your main interest is dramatic nature, this may be a shorter pause than the later coves. If you enjoy seeing how Mallorca combines resort life with coastal scenery, it adds variety.

Because this is a driving-focused tour, you should not expect a long independent visit. The guide sets the rhythm, and the group needs to stay together. Use the stop for photos, a quick look around, and a breather rather than trying to turn it into a full marina visit.

Palma Cathedral and the Nautical Club

The route continues into Palma, Mallorca’s capital. You pass the Nautical Club and stop near the Cathedral, one of the most recognizable sights in the city.

This is the strongest urban photo opportunity on the route. Palma’s waterfront gives you a view that combines the harbor, the city, and the Cathedral in one stop. You do not have time for an interior visit or a city walk, so treat this as a scenic introduction rather than a substitute for a proper Palma sightseeing day.

I like this part because it breaks up the coastal and mountain driving. You see a major city landmark without giving up the rest of the afternoon to traffic and parking. The drawback is that Palma can be busy, and the exact stop may depend on traffic and timing.

After the photo stop, you return along the Paseo Maritimo in the direction of Port d’Andratx. The waterfront road keeps the sightseeing moving, but you should keep your camera ready because the schedule does not promise long pauses everywhere.

Port d’Andratx, Camp de Mar, and Cala Fornells

A possible third stop is Port d’Andratx, an attractive harbor area in the southwest. The stop depends on available time and traffic, so it should be viewed as a bonus rather than a guarantee.

Port d’Andratx gives the tour another change of mood. Puerto Portals feels polished and marina-centered, while Port d’Andratx brings you farther into the southwest’s coastal setting. It is a good place to pause before the route heads toward Camp de Mar.

From there, the route continues to Camp de Mar and into Cala Fornells. This is where the tour leans more strongly toward small-cove scenery. The coves are especially useful for people who want to see more than the main resort roads but do not want to rent a car and plan a full day of driving.

The road portion ends back in Peguera. Depending on the route taken, this can be one of the most enjoyable parts for a confident driver. Mountain roads and S-bends provide the sensation of a real driving outing, though they also require steady attention. You cannot treat the road as a private racetrack, and the guide controls the pace.

Switching from race car to jet ski

There is a scheduled one-hour gap between the car tour ending at 5:00 PM and the jet ski tour starting at 6:00 PM. The transfer between the two parts is included, so you do not need to arrange your own connection.

Still, allow yourself time to change into swimwear, organize your belongings, and listen to the water-safety briefing. The exact handling of the handoff is not detailed, so keep the hour open rather than planning another activity nearby.

The jet ski portion lasts 60 minutes. A life jacket is included, and the guide leads the group along the coast. The ride is aimed at people who want speed and water access, but the tour also includes stops for scenery and photos.

One practical point deserves attention: if two people book together, the standard arrangement is one car and one jet ski. If you want to drive separate cars or ride separate jet skis, you need to book two places individually rather than one booking for two people. Confirm the arrangement before paying if separate vehicles are important to you.

Cala en Basset and S’agilau Cave

The jet ski route heads toward Cala en Basset, where you stop to enjoy the clear water. This is the calmer counterpoint to the fast ride. You can cool off, take photographs, and appreciate the coast from the water rather than from a road overlook.

The tour then continues to S’agilau Cave. The jet ski enters the cave, giving you a chance to take photos inside. That detail makes the water section more than a basic ride back and forth along the shoreline.

You should bring a towel and swimwear, but the supplied information does not promise a long swim stop or time for extended swimming. Think of the cave and Cala en Basset as short scenic pauses within a guided 60-minute ride.

The water portion depends heavily on the guide’s energy. The driving guide may be lively and engaged, while the jet ski guide can set a quieter tone. The experience remains active, but do not book it expecting a performance-style escort or constant commentary.

What the $206 price really buys you

At $206 per person, this is a costly afternoon, but it combines two activities that you would normally book separately. The price includes the guide in English, German, or Spanish, helmets, life jackets, one drink, child seats, listed full insurance, and transport between the car and jet ski portions.

The extra €30 driver insurance changes the calculation. Add it if you are the person driving, and check the final total before committing. The value is better for someone who actively wants both a manual race-car outing and a jet ski session. If you only want a scenic drive or only want time on the water, booking a single activity may make more sense.

The small group size helps. With no more than eight participants, the guide can give clearer instructions and keep the group together more easily. The tradeoff is that the tour’s pace is shared. You cannot stop for as long as you like at Palma Cathedral or Port d’Andratx.

The free cancellation deadline is 24 hours before departure, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms are useful if your Mallorca schedule is still moving around, but they do not remove the need to check the weather and your own driving comfort before booking.

Who will enjoy this combination tour

I would recommend it most strongly to adults and older families who want a packed afternoon with both road and water activities. The minimum copilot age is six, so younger children can ride as passengers, but the driver must meet the age and experience rules.

It suits you if you enjoy changing plans and scenery quickly. In four hours, you see resort coast, marinas, Palma, mountain roads, coves, and a cave. It is a good way to sample several parts of southwest Mallorca when you have limited time.

It is less suitable if you want slow sightseeing. You get photo stops, not long visits. It also is not right for anyone who cannot drive a manual vehicle, dislikes group pacing, or wants two vehicles from a booking for two people.

Bring shoes you can safely use with the car pedals, plus swimwear and a towel for the water. Sunglasses are useful in both sections, and your credit card is needed for the driver insurance payment.

Should you book the Peguera race car and jet ski tour?

Book it if you want active sightseeing rather than a relaxed coastal excursion, and if the chance to drive mountain roads matters as much as the jet ski ride. The S-bends, the stop near Palma Cathedral, Cala en Basset, and the cave give the afternoon plenty of variety.

Think twice if the $206 price feels high for a combined outing, especially after adding €30 driver insurance. Also confirm how many cars and jet skis your booking includes. For a confident manual driver who wants one busy afternoon in southwest Mallorca, this is a strong match. For a slower, more flexible visit, separate activities or a regular sightseeing tour may serve you better.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts and returns to the Formula Tours office at Carrer de La Savina, 8, in Peguera.

How long does the experience last?

The advertised duration is four hours. The car section runs from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, and the jet ski section runs from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

What driving license and experience do I need?

The pilot must be at least 21 years old and have two years of driving experience. A driving license is required, and the cars have manual transmission.

Can children join the tour?

Children can participate as copilots from six years old. Child seats are included.

What is included in the equipment?

The tour includes a helmet, life jacket, one drink per person, child seats, listed full insurance, and transport between the two parts of the experience.

Do two people receive two cars and two jet skis?

No. A booking for two people includes one car and one jet ski. If you want two separate vehicles, book two times for one person.