Sailing route around Mallorca

Sailing Mallorca

Furthermore, sailing around Mallorca and surrounding islands is very attractive due to its ideal climate. From May to August, there is an average wind speed of 9 knots, an 82% chance of sunny days and you can enjoy average temperatures of 21 to 27 °C. This sailing route assumes sailing at an average speed of six nautical miles (n.m.) per hour. View all sailing yachts here .

Day 1: Sailing from Can Pastilla to Cala Portals Vells

The sailing route starts in Can Pastilla. Can Pastilla is located east of the capital Palma and has an easily accessible port, Club Marítim de Can Pastilla. The location of this port is ideal as it is practically next to Majorca's airport (De Palma). So a taxi as a transfer is very cheap. After you have done your shopping, it might be useful to have a good meal before boarding. There are plenty of nice eateries close to Can Pastilla harbour. At Avinguda Bartomeu Riutort no. 75 is Tomy Burguer, a small restaurant where you can get a quick (Spanish ) snack for a good price and with top service! Lunch on the boat is of course also possible.

Start of the sailing route around Mallorca

When everything is ready for departure, it's time to start the sailing route around Mallorca. From Can Pastilla, it is 9.7 n.m. sailing southwest to Cala Portals Vells. This distance can be covered within two hours. This beautiful bay lends itself well to anchoring, the seabed being ideal. The restaurant ashore is quite expensive, so eating on the boat is advised.

Day 2: Cala Portals Vells - Port d'Andratx

Next stop, Port d'Andratx. From Cala Portals Vells to Port d'Andratx is about 14 n.m. sailing and heads west. The distance can be covered within three hours. If you leave from Cala Portals Vells in the morning, you will therefore have plenty of time. If the weather is not favourable, you can always moor earlier in the various coastal towns on the starboard side. Port d'Andratx is a small quiet fishing village that is one of Mallorca's most beautiful coastal towns.

The large bay with surrounding mountains provide stunning views and look stunning when the sun goes down. The large harbour offers plenty of moorings and moorings to moor your boat, costing around €65 per night. Port d'Andratx has a lovely promenade and many different restaurants. Restaurant Cappola for the best pizzas and more, restaurants Romeos or Villa Italia for the best views. Furthermore, one of the most famous activities in Port d'Andratx is the Bond Safari. This diving centre lets you discover the beautiful underwater world in the most fun ways!

Day 3: Port d'Andratx - Cala Pi

The third stop on this cruising itinerary around Majorca is Cala Pi. It is best to leave Port d'Andratx bay in the morning, as Cala Pi lies 27.4 n.m. to the east and the journey takes an average of 4 1/2 hours. Cala Pi is a small but very pleasant bay with a beach and offers plenty of opportunities for a nice walk. If the weather is not favourable, it is wise to continue sailing eastward 4 n.m. and moor at the port of S'Estranyol de Migjorn, Club Nàutic S'Estanyol. Cost for an overnight stay is around €60. Order paella at the local restaurant, Gran Restaurante Es Mollet de S'Estanyol. Plenty, cheap and super tasty!

Optionally, instead of sailing to Cala Figuera the next day, set sail for Parc Nacional de l'Arxipèlag de Cabrera. This protected nature reserve lies 12 n.m. to the south. Remember to check supplies on board, as there are no shops on this island. Furthermore, the municipality should be contacted to reserve a mooring.

Day 4: Cala Pi/S'Estranyol de Migjorn - Cala Figuera and Porto Petro

The fourth leg of this sailing itinerary takes you along the southernmost point of Majorca. From Cala Pi and S'Estranyol de Migjorn, it's about 17 n.m. of sailing to this very picturesque fishing village. There are plenty of places to moor and the village lends itself nicely to strolling around and shopping. Nearby this village is Porto Petro, which can be sailed to within an hour and again there are plenty of places to anchor or moor.

Day 5: Porto Petro - Cala Magraner

Cala Magraner! Rest assured. This cala is almost only accessible by boat and is located about 10 n.m. north of Porto Petro. There are no restaurants or shops here so plenty of provisions on board is essential. No idea how to prepare for cooking on a yacht? Click here. Enjoy the silence and pretty much private beach. At this cala, don't forget to admire the sunrise so get up early (staying up late is also possible, of course).

Day 6: Cala Magraner - Can Pastilla

The last full day of sailing has arrived. It's time to set sail for the starting point of this wonderful sailing route around Majorca, Can Pastilla. From Cala Magraner it is 45 n.m. sailing to Can Pastilla, this will take all day. Plenty of water with you, sunglasses on and the wind full in the sails. Enjoy! It is customary to deliver your rented sailboat back to port in the morning of the seventh day. Check at the beginning what time this is exactly. If you don't need to be in port too early on the seventh day, you can do the last part of the sailing route that morning.