Caves that can only be seen from the sea
Daily departures from Cala en Porter and Es Canutells
Get away from the tourist hustle and bustle and paddle along the most unspoilt coast of Menorca. No crowds, no noise, just sea, cliffs and silence.
Sea caves, turquoise waters, 50-metre cliffs and unique views of the Cova d'en Xoroi from the sea. Each route is a magical surprise.
Snorkelling in crystal clear waters, jumping into natural pools and GoPro photos as a gift. Perfect plan for couples, families and groups of friends.
Rutas Kayak Menorca® is a Menorcan company founded in 2020, specialising in guided kayak tours of the sea caves on the south coast of Menorca. We operate from two of our own locations - Cala en Porter and Es Canutells - and since our inception we have guided more than 27,000 people.
On each route, you will sail between 50-metre cliffs, you will enter the mythical Cave of Light (Cova de la Llum) and snorkel in crystal clear waters surrounded by fish, on a pristine coastline that can only be seen from the sea. We work with small groups, local guides and first class equipment. We include a free GoPro photo session so you can capture every moment.
We have two guided tours: up to 8 sea caves on the Es Canutells route and 4 caves on the emblematic route of Cala en Porter. Perfect for families, couples and groups of friends looking for something different on their holidays. From 41 € per person.
Book your place on the official website of Rutas Kayak Menorca (www.rutaskayakmenorca.com) and discover the south coast of the island at your own pace!
Each kayak route is a journey through the most spectacular corners of the south coast of Menorca. Turquoise waters, 50-metre cliffs, hidden sea caves and perfect spots for snorkelling among fish. These are real photos taken during our excursions from Cala en Porter and Es Canutells.
The most popular and iconic route. Explore 4 sea caves including the mythical Cave of Light, the Sant Josep Cave and a jumping from the rocks to a natural pool. Finish by snorkelling in Cales Coves, The largest prehistoric necropolis in Menorca, surrounded by crystal-clear waters full of shoals of fish typical of the island.
The route for adventurers. It runs through the most unspoilt area with the most caves in Menorca: up to 8 sea caves, including the majestic Cueva de Ses Atxes cave with its huge stalactite y the deepest and darkest cave, where the guide paddles with a torch. Snorkelling stop between cliffs, in deep water with a white sandy bottom.
Ideally book the route in the first days of your stay in Menorca. This way, if the sea does not allow us to do the activity for safety reasons, we can reschedule it for another day during your trip.
There are clients who leave the route for the end of their holidays and, if the sea is rough on that day, they will not be able to enjoy it. Booking at the beginning gives you room for manoeuvre.
In terms of anticipation:
You can check availability in real time from the booking page for each route: Ruta de Cala en Porter y Es Canutells route.
In Rutas Kayak Menorca you have two guided routes, both along the south coast of the island, both 3 hours, and both with guide, snorkel, GoPro photos and entrance to sea caves. They do not cross paths or share caves. Whichever you choose, you'll get it right. That's the clear difference:
Route of the Caves of Cala en Porter - the classic route It runs along the coast towards Cales Coves entering in 4 sea caves, including the legendary Cave of Light, The snorkelling stop is at the Sant Josep Cave and, if the sea permits, a dive from some rocks into a natural pool. The snorkelling stop is at Cales Coves, The largest prehistoric necropolis in Menorca, in a protected cove with crystalline waters and plenty of fish.
More relaxed, more popular, ideal if it's your first time kayaking or you come with children.
Book the Cala en Porter Route >
Es Canutells Caves Route - the adventurous one It is the route with more caves of the whole south coast of Menorca: until 8 sea caves on a stretch of unspoilt coastline, with no houses or buildings in sight. You enter the majestic Ses Atxes Cave with its huge stalactite, in a cave so deep and dark that the guide uses a torch, and in narrow passages between cliffs. The snorkelling stop is at rock platforms or in a corner with a white sandy bottom between the cliffs, with no cove to stand in. It takes about 15-20 minutes longer to paddle than Cala en Porter.
More demanding, more unspoilt, ideal if you are looking for adventure and wild coastline.
Quick comparison:
| Cala en Porter | Es Canutells | |
|---|---|---|
| Sea caves | 4 | Up to 8 |
| Snorkel | In Cales Coves (sheltered cove, standing up) | Rock platforms or cliffs (no standing) |
| Rowing time | Standard | +15-20 min |
| Minimum age | 6 years | 7 years |
| Profile | Relaxed, familiar, first time | Adventure, unspoilt coastline, more demanding, more caves |
Do you have several days in Menorca and do you like the sea? Doing the two routes on different days is worthwhile.They are completely different and complementary experiences.
If you are going kayaking as a family with children, we recommend the Route of the Caves of Cala en Porter. These are the reasons:
The Es Canutells route can also be done with children from 7 years of age, but it is somewhat more demanding: you paddle for 15-20 minutes longer, you don't reach any sheltered coves and you may not be able to stand up at any point during the snorkelling stop. If, due to age or distribution, the child has to go in front or behind (not in the middle), the extra effort falls on the accompanying adult.
Book the Cala en Porter Route - the most recommended option for families.
The two guided routes (Cala en Porter and Es Canutells) last for 3 hours, including a 30 minute stop for snorkelling.
During these 3 hours approximately 1.5 hours between caves, and the remaining time is dedicated to the stops inside the caves, The guide's explanations, toilets, guide's explanations and the stop for 30 minutes for snorkelling.
We ask you to reach out 25 minutes before of the reserved time to check in, pick up the equipment and receive safety instructions and basic paddling technique from the guide before heading out to sea.
All slots are good, but each has its own character:
Route of Cala en Porter
Es Canutells route
If you want recommendation according to your plan: tomorrow if you are looking for peace and quiet and less heat; noon if you are looking for the most intense colours of water; afternoon if you want to see the Cueva de la Luz at its best (only in Cala en Porter).
At Rutas Kayak Menorca we operate from May to October, the six months when the sea and the weather allow us to fully enjoy the sea caves in the south of the island.
The two guided tours have slightly different seasons:
When is it best to come?
If your trip falls outside of these months, it is not an operating season for safety reasons: the tramontana wind and the state of the sea in winter make the activity not advisable.
The price of the guided tour of the caves is 41 € per adult y 29 € per child from 8 to 12 years old. These are the details according to the composition of the kayak:
The price includes double self-bailing kayak, paddle, approved lifejacket, expert guide during the whole route, photo and video session with GoPro as a gift and watertight container for your personal belongings. Snorkelling goggles can be brought or rented during the booking process for a symbolic supplement.
Book your route and check availability in real time at the Caves of Cala en Porter Cave Route or in the Es Canutells caves route.
Yes, the guided kayak tour includes everything you need to enjoy the route without having to bring anything technical:
Snorkelling goggles are not included, but you can bring your own or rent them during the booking process for a nominal supplement.
For your comfort, we recommend that you bring your swimming costume, sun shirt, hat, sun cream, water shoes (booties) and towel. You have all the details in the question What to bring on the road?
Yes, it is essential to know how to swim. Although all participants wear an approved life jacket throughout the activity, swimming is a compulsory safety requirement.
No previous kayaking experience is necessary. The vast majority of our clients kayak with us for the first time and enjoy the route without any problems. Before setting off, the guide explains the basic paddling technique and the necessary safety instructions, and accompanies you throughout the trip at a pace that is comfortable for the group.
The route has low difficulty and is designed for everyone. The kayaks are double self-bailing, The kayaks are very stable, and you will always have the help of your kayaking partner.
The minimum age depends on the route:
The difference is due to the profile of each route: Es Canutells is somewhat more demanding (more paddling, no sheltered cove to stand in at the snorkelling stop) and for safety reasons we set a minimum age of one year.
Conditions for minors:
More details about the best option if you go with children in the question about which route is best for family kayaking with children.
Yes, minors can kayak the route under the following conditions:
In all cases, all participants wear an approved life jacket during the whole activity and it is essential to know how to swim.
If you are pregnant and want to do the route, you need a express consent of your doctor to authorise the activity. The route is in any case at your own risk.
The activity involves getting in and out of the kayak, paddling for about 1.5 hours and, depending on the state of the sea, receiving waves or occasional impacts. That is why it is important that the assessment is made by your doctor, who knows your specific case and the stage of your pregnancy.
If you have any doubts before booking, write us by WhatsApp or email and we will see together what is best for you and the route.
We recommend you come with:
Trick: secure all small objects with a cord (sunglasses, mobile phone, keys) to avoid losing them when getting in or out of the kayak.
We give you a watertight canister so that you can carry everything you don't want to get wet: mobile phone, keys, wallet, documentation.
What you don't need to bring: kayak, paddle, lifejacket and waterproof bottle - all technical equipment is included.
Yes. On the two guided routes (Cala en Porter and Es Canutells) we make a stop for snorkelling for about 30 minutes in crystal-clear waters, relax and bathe.
Snorkelling goggles are not included in the tour: you can either bring your own or rent them during the booking process for a symbolic supplement. They are not essential to enjoy the activity, but they allow you to see the bottom and the fish better.
You can bring your own snorkelling goggles o rent them during the booking process for a symbolic supplement.
They are not essential to enjoy the activity: the stop for swimming and bathing is done in the same way and the water is crystal clear. But if you want a good view of the seabed and the fish, wearing them makes all the difference.
If you are travelling light, renting them is the most comfortable option. If you use them regularly, bring your own.
Photos and videos are sent within a maximum of 5 days from the date of your route, to the email address you provided when you made your booking.
During the entire route, the guide records with GoPro the most spectacular moments: the entry into caves, the jump from the rocks (in Cala en Porter, if the sea allows it), the snorkelling stop and the cliffs. It is a gift included in the price of the guided tour.
If you have not received anything after 5 days, check your spam or promotions folder first. If it is not there either, please write to us at [email protected] or also by WhatsApp indicating the name and date of the reservation, and we will check what has happened.
Free parking is available at both locations close to our premises, but at summer (especially July and August) is usually quite busy and it is advisable to go with plenty of time to spare. not to miss the exit.
Cala en Porter
Free parking on the beach, just a few metres from the restaurant. At July and August the car park fills up quickly and between the 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. it can be very difficult to find a place. If your route is at that time, arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Es Canutells
Free parking in the streets surrounding the restaurant. In summer it can also get crowded, especially at midday, so it's a good idea to come early.
In both cases, we ask you to arrive 25 minutes before the booked time to register, collect the material and receive the guide's instructions.
We do not have individual lockers, but if you are not coming by car and you need to leave a bag, suitcase or object, you can store it in our premises. during the route.
For the personal items you want to take with you in the kayak (mobile phone, keys, wallet, documentation), we provide you with a watertight canister where they are perfectly protected from the water during the whole activity.
Important: Rutas Kayak Menorca is not responsible for objects left on the premises. We recommend you not to bring valuable items that you do not need for the activity.
No, there are no changing rooms with showers in our facilities.
There are also no showers on the beach: the local councils have removed them to reduce water consumption and raise awareness of the scarcity of the resource, in line with the Hydrological Plan of the Balearic Islands in force since 2022.
We recommend coming from home with your swimming costume on and bring a towel to dry yourself after the route.
You can consult the real-time availability from the booking page of each route. Select in the calendar the departure time and the date you want to do the activity and in the tickets you will see how many kayaks are available.
If the date you are interested in is not available, please contact us by WhatsApp or at [email protected] in case we can offer you alternatives or let you know of any cancellations.
If you are an odd numbered group of 3, 5, 7 or more people, you must combine double kayaks + one single kayak in the same reserve:
Important: make sure there is availability for both single kayaks and double kayaks before completing the booking.
The single kayak is exclusively for the odd occupant of the group or for one person going alone. It is not possible for the whole group to go in a single kayak (more details in the next question).
If you have any doubts or you can't fit the reservation, write us by WhatsApp or email and we will help you to set it up.
No. The individual kayak is reserved only for the odd occupant of a group (3rd, 5th, 7th person...) or for someone coming alone.
There are two reasons why we cannot form a whole group with individual kayaks:
If you go as a couple or in an even group, you will all go in double kayak. If there are odd numbers of you, we combine double kayaks + a single kayak (more details in the question about how to book for odd groups).
Yes, pets are welcome, provided that they comply with these conditions:
If you have any doubts about whether your dog can do the route, write to us before booking by WhatsApp or email and we will assess it together.
If from Rutas Kayak Menorca we are forced to cancel the route due to security reasons (adverse sea, strong wind, weather conditions), we offer you two options:
The decision is always taken by the Rutas Kayak Menorca team, taking into account the actual sea conditions, the wind and the day's forecast. Your safety is a priority and so, when in doubt, we prefer to cancel and reschedule.
We will notify you as soon as possible by email or WhatsApp as soon as we make the decision, usually the evening of the day before or the morning of the route.
For this reason we recommend you to book the route in the first days of your stayIf you have to cancel due to bad weather, there is room to reschedule within your holiday.
If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] or by WhatsApp.
No, we do not have touring kayaks.
We work with self-bailing recreational kayaks (doubles and singles), designed for short and medium coastal routes with entry into sea caves. We do not have touring kayaks (sit-in, with closed cockpit and greater autonomy).
If you are looking for a coastal experience of a few hours, discover our guided tours of the caves or the kayak rental options by the hour in Cala en Porter and Es Canutells.
No, kayak rentals are for 2 or 3 hours only.
If you want to a more complete experience, we recommend the guided tour of the caves (3 hours with guide, snorkel and GoPro photos included), or check out the options of kayak rental by the hour.
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