A Day-Trip Yacht Itinerary Around Mallorca
Depart from Club de Mar in Palma and trace 35 nautical miles of coastline from the south-west coves to the dramatic northern cliffs of Cap de Formentor.
From the port outwards
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09:00 · Cast off from Club de Mar
Clear the harbour breakwater and set a westward course past Castell de Bellver. Morning winds are typically light from the north-east, so motor-sailing keeps the schedule tight. Your crew briefs safety and water-toy options while Palma's cathedral fades astern.
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10:30 · Swim stop at Portals Vells
Anchor in 4–5 m over sand inside this triple-cove system sheltered from the prevailing swell. The tender drops guests at the cave beach for snorkelling along the limestone walls. Arrive before 11:00 to secure space — by midday the anchorage fills with local boats.
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13:00 · Lunch at Port d'Andratx waterfront
Med-moor on the south quay or take the tender ashore. Reserve a harbourside table for grilled local catch and Mallorcan white wine. The port faces south-west, so lunchtime shade is on the restaurant side. Allow 90 minutes before the afternoon leg.
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16:00 · Scenic cruise past Sa Dragonera
Round the western tip of the island for views of Sa Dragonera nature reserve. The channel between the islet and the mainland runs about a nautical mile wide with depths exceeding 20 m. Osprey nest on the cliffs — binoculars are worth having on deck.
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19:30 · Sunset aperitivo at Cala Deià
Anchor 150 m offshore in the small bay below the village. The steep, rocky cove catches the last golden light as the sun drops behind the Tramuntana ridge. Sip cava on the aft deck while the crew prepares a light tapas board before the return leg to Palma.
About Mallorca
Palma's Club de Mar and Marina Port de Mallorca place you within 20 nautical miles of three distinct coastlines. The sailing season runs reliably from late April through October, with peak thermal winds in July and August. Head north-west to the towering limestone of Sa Calobra in under three hours, or set a south-east course toward the marine reserve of Cabrera National Park. A short coastal hop brings you to the sheltered coves around Portals Vells and the sandy arc of Es Trenc — each reachable on a comfortable day charter from the capital.
Most yacht rentals here range from nimble 12 m sailing boats to 30 m-plus motor yachts suited for Med mooring in Mallorca's busy harbour towns. Anchorage culture thrives along the east coast, where calas with 3–5 m depths let you swim straight off the stern. Summer swells rarely exceed half a metre on the leeward side, making the island approachable even for first-time guests. Ashore, Palma's Mercat de l'Olivar and the Michelin-listed restaurants of the old town give every itinerary a strong gastronomic anchor.
Couples appreciate a two-night cruise to Formentor and back. Families with young children favour the calm, shallow bays near Cala Mondragó. Corporate groups often book a 24 m motor yacht for a single-day incentive trip with water toys and a private chef. Whatever the format, a boat charter around the island adapts to your pace. Reach out to our brokers with your dates and guest count, and we will match you to the right vessel within 24 hours.