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About this activity
Explore Mallorca's Hams Caves, a 10-million-year-old underground wonder discovered in 1905, featuring dramatic limestone formations and an illuminated Blue Cave with multimedia storytelling. This half-day tour includes hotel pickup and a visit to a pearl shop, blending natural spectacle with cultural heritage.
The Hams Caves are over 10 million years old, but people has only been able to enjoy their beauty since they were discovered back in 1905 by the speleologist Pedro Caldentey Santandreu (1886-1950) while he was digging for onyx, a precious stone abundant in the region.
In 1910 he managed to produce electricity to illuminate the cave even before electric power had reached the village of Porto Cristo. Using a water mill, a dynamo and a water tank, he generated 16 hours of electric current to enable visits to the caves.
In the Blue cave, with its spectacular new blue lighting using led technology, you can enjoy the educational documentary “Discovering the past” about the history of Majorca, its first inhabitants, the formation of the Hams caves and their discovery.
In 1910 he managed to produce electricity to illuminate the cave even before electric power had reached the village of Porto Cristo. Using a water mill, a dynamo and a water tank, he generated 16 hours of electric current to enable visits to the caves.
In the Blue cave, with its spectacular new blue lighting using led technology, you can enjoy the educational documentary “Discovering the past” about the history of Majorca, its first inhabitants, the formation of the Hams caves and their discovery.
Highlights
- ✓10-million-year-old caves with stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations
- ✓Blue Cave with modern LED lighting and immersive documentary on Mallorca's history
- ✓Historic engineering: see how electricity was first generated here in 1910 using a water mill
- ✓Guided tour through Porto Cristo's most iconic natural attraction
- ✓Pearl shop visit to browse local artisan jewellery
Insider tips
- ★The Blue Cave's LED lighting is most dramatic in the afternoon when natural light fades—book a later timeslot if possible
- ★Wear comfortable walking shoes with grip; cave floors can be damp and uneven
- ★The documentary 'Discovering the Past' offers fascinating context on the caves' geological formation—arrive with curiosity ready
- ★Pearl shop browsing is optional; don't feel pressured to purchase
Good to know
- •Hotel pickup included; confirm your accommodation details at booking
- •Caves maintain a cool temperature year-round (~17°C/63°F)—bring a light jacket
- •Total duration 5 hours including transport, cave tour, and shop visit
- •Walking moderate difficulty; caves are accessible but involve some stairs and uneven surfaces
- •Tour operates year-round; groups typically small to medium-sized
Who it's for
Geology and nature enthusiastsHistory buffs interested in 19th-century engineeringFamilies seeking indoor cultural attractionsLuxury/comfort-focused travellers who value hotel convenience
Best time to visit
Visit in autumn (September–November) or spring (April–May) for mild weather and fewer crowds. Morning departures offer cooler conditions; afternoon tours showcase the Blue Cave's lighting more dramatically.
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