A sunset drive on Mallorca sounds good. A sunset drive where you’re steering a three-wheeled slingshot is better. I like how this tour turns a pretty coastline into an actual driving experience, not just a sightseeing loop, and the Port Andratx sunset stop feels like the payoff. I also really enjoy the curve-heavy roads and the way the route builds toward golden light, with real photo moments in Palma and along the marina areas.

One thing to keep in mind: these cars are manual transmission, and you cannot join as a driver if you can’t drive stick. The minimum age rules are strict too, with 21 plus 2 years of experience for the pilot, and copilot age starting at 3.

Key Things I’d Watch Before You Go

• Manual gear only: the tour is for drivers who can handle a stick shift.
• A real sunset vantage point: Port Andratx is the main moment, with time to soak it in.
• Small, hands-on experience: you get helmeted up and you drive, not just ride.
• Route with built-in photo stops: Malgratz, Palma, Dique del Oeste, then back along the Paseo Maritimo.
• Guides matter: the tone from the guides is part of the value, including people like Javier and Alex in recent feedback.

A Two-Hour Sunset Drive That Feels Like a Mini Escape

This is a short tour, but it’s the kind that makes Mallorca feel bigger. You leave the Andratx area and head along the coast, then work your way into the Palma side of the island before ending back at Port Andratx for sunset. The whole thing stays focused on one idea: you’re on the road for the best light of the day.

At 2 hours total, you don’t have to plan your whole afternoon around it. You can still do a late dinner or a beach walk after, as long as you keep your timing tight. The tour also includes a guide, a helmet, and one cold drink per person, which helps keep the experience feeling complete rather than rushed.

Slingshot Cars, Helmet On, Manual Gear Required

Let’s get the big practical detail out first. These three-wheeled cars are MANUAL GEAR. If you can’t drive a stick shift, you won’t be able to do the tour as a driver. That’s not a minor note. It affects who this is for.

The tour also has clear age requirements:

• Pilot minimum age is 21, with 2 years of experience.
• Copilot minimum age is 3 years old.

If you’re bringing a child, there’s a child seat if necessary included. I like that it’s built into the offering, because it saves you from scrambling on the spot.

One more detail that affects how you plan your time and comfort: if you book for 2 people, you’ll share one car, and you can switch drivers during the ride. If you want two different cars, you need to book as two separate bookings, one per person.

Meeting Point and How to Arrive Without Stress

You meet at the Formula Tours Office. I’d treat this as a “get there early” activity. The instructions say to arrive 30 minutes before it starts, and that makes sense because you’ll need time for orientation and gear fitting.

Bring ID (passport or ID card), and keep your credit card with you. The information you have doesn’t say why the card is needed, but it is explicitly listed, so follow it rather than guessing. Also pack sunglasses and warm clothing, since late-day sea air can cool you off even when the sun still looks strong. Closed-toe shoes are required, and sandals or flip-flops are not allowed.

From Paguera Toward Palma: Coast Views First, Then the Island Changes

You start along the coast of Mallorca after a brief orientation with your guide. The early segment begins in Paguera, and it moves along the coastline area of Calvià. This is the part I’d call “settling in.” You get your bearings, learn how the car behaves, and start noticing the coastline shapes you usually just pass by from the highway.

You also pass points of greatest interest on the way toward the first stop. Because you’re driving, you’ll likely spot things that a bus never shows: the turns, the changing sea views, and how the coastline transitions as the route heads toward Palma.

Stop 1: Island of Malgratz

Your first stop is at the Island of Malgratz. The value here is simple: it’s a quick moment to step out and look at the sea setting from a specific angle instead of just seeing it from the road. If you like taking photos where you can actually frame the water and coastline, this is the kind of stop that makes the rest of the ride feel “worth it” rather than like constant motion.

Palma Pass-Through: Nautical Club, Cathedral Views, and a Sense of Place

After Malgratz, you head to the capital, Palma. The route doesn’t just say Palma, it gives you recognizable landmarks as you go by, including the Nautical Club and the view in front of the Cathedral.

This matters because Palma can feel huge when you’re driving in a vehicle with limited time. Passing known points helps you anchor what you’re seeing. You’re not guessing, you’re moving through a city with real reference points.

Stop 2: Dique del Oeste Marina Photos

Your second stop is at the marine of Dique del Oeste for photos. I like this stop because it’s timed like a breather before the ride turns toward sunset. You can grab pictures without feeling like you’re stopping too often, and you get a change of scenery from coastline openness to marina edges and angles.

If you’re the type who likes to take a few quick shots and then get back into the driving, this stop fits that style.

Back Along the Paseo Marítimo Toward Port Andratx

From Dique del Oeste, you return directionally via the Paseo Marítimo back toward Port Andratx. This leg is about building anticipation. You’re moving through the coastal rhythm again, and you can feel the ride shifting from “sightseeing and city views” to “sunset is next.”

This is also where the driving experience becomes the headline. The roads are curvier, the coastline changes more noticeably, and the timing matters because the sun angle keeps moving even when you think you’re still early. If you want photos that look warm and not harsh, you’re relying on this sequence.

Port Andratx Sunset Stop: The Moment You Came For

Your third stop is Port Andratx, where you enjoy the sunset. The experience is described as the best sunset on the island, and the tone from recent feedback supports that idea, with people calling out this moment as the main memory.

Port Andratx works because it’s not just a random viewpoint. It’s a place with a strong sense of arrival. You’ve driven in, you’ve passed the landmarks, and now you get time to look back at what you just traced along the coast.

I’d also watch for the “feel” of the stop. This isn’t a museum-style pause. It’s a few minutes where you stand still, let the light change, and realize you’re seeing the island from a route you drove yourself.

Return With Mountain Views and Camp de Mar Golf Country

After sunset time, you head back to the office. The ride passes through the mountains with views of the golf camps of Camp de Mar.

This return leg is a nice contrast. It’s less about city or marina and more about how the island rises and falls around the roads. I think it’s also why people describe the driving as nail-biting in a good way. Curves plus evening light equals high attention, and a guide who keeps the group together helps you enjoy that without feeling chaotic.

Price and Value: What $69 Gets You in Real Terms

At $69 per person for 2 hours, this tour is priced like an experience where the product is you driving. You get:

• A tour guide
• A helmet
• A child seat if necessary
• 1 cold drink per person
• Time at multiple scenic and photo-focused stops
• Live guide support in several languages

Then there’s the one cost you should plan for if you’re driving. Driver insurance is not included, and the information says it’s 30€ paid at the office, with a full insurance and an excess of 350€. I’d treat that 30€ as part of the real cost of doing the tour safely and smoothly.

So is it good value? For the right driver, yes. You’re paying for a hands-on sunset drive plus guided logistics and multiple stops. If your group is mostly looking to sit back and take photos, a driving tour like this can feel like paying for something you’re not fully using.

Who This Is Best For (and Who Might Want to Skip It)

This is a great fit if you:

• Can drive manual transmission
• Want a hands-on activity instead of passive sightseeing
• Enjoy curvy roads and short breaks for photos
• Like sunset planning where timing matters, not just wherever the sun happens to land

It’s not a fit if you:

• Cannot drive stick shift
• Are traveling with someone under the rules for pilot or copilot age
• Want a chill, minimal-effort tour where you never have to think about driving technique

For couples, it can work especially well because a two-person booking uses one car and lets you switch drivers during the way. For friends who want separate driving time in separate cars, remember you’ll need two bookings if you want two different cars.

Practical Tips That Make the Drive Easier

Even if you’ve driven stick before, evening driving on curvy roads is different. Here’s what you can do to make it feel smoother:

• Wear closed-toe shoes. Your feet need grip.
• Bring warm clothing, even if the day felt hot. Late sea air can chill you fast.
• Keep your expectations realistic about the pace. The guide is responsible for keeping everyone together and safe, so it’s not a street-racing fantasy.
• If you’re rusty on manual, refresh your thinking before you go. I’d rather you practice on a flat surface once than guess at the clutch on a coastal turn.

Also, you’ll be wearing a helmet. Sunglasses help, and you’ll want to manage how you handle your phone if you bring one, since the important photo stops are short and planned.

Should You Book the Andratx Formula Sunset Driving Tour?

Book it if you want the kind of sunset that comes with motion, not just views. This tour has a clear structure: coastline driving, a stop or two to anchor the scenery, then the Port Andratx sunset where the whole day makes sense. The value at $69 works best when you can drive manual and you’re excited to be behind the wheel.

Skip it (or switch plans) if manual driving isn’t for you. Nothing kills the fun faster than realizing you can’t participate as a driver. Also, if you want purely relaxed sightseeing, the driving focus might feel like the wrong match.

If you fit the driver profile, I think you’ll end up with the kind of evening you talk about later. Curves, coastal views, and that Port Andratx sunset stop make a strong combo for Mallorca.

FAQ

What is the duration of the From Andratx: Formula Sunset Driving Tour?

The tour lasts 2 hours.

Where do I meet for the tour?

You meet at the Formula Tours Office. It’s recommended you arrive 30 minutes before the activity starts.

Is the driver insurance included in the price?

No. Driver insurance is not included. It is 30€ paid at the office, with full insurance and an excess of 350€.

Are the cars automatic or manual?

The cars are manual transmission. If you cannot drive manual, you are not able to do the tour.

What is included in the tour?

Included items are the tour guide, helmet, a child seat if necessary, and 1 cold drink per person.

What do I need to bring and wear?

Bring a passport or ID card, sunglasses, a credit card, closed-toe shoes, warm clothing, and a towel. Open-toed shoes, sandals, and flip-flops are not allowed.