Balearic Islands Yacht Charter Itinerary
7 nights
From Palma’s golden waterfront to the turquoise lagoon of Formentera, a one-way journey through four islands, taking in hidden coves, world-class beach clubs, and some of the most spectacular anchorages in the Mediterranean.
Day 1 - Palma to Cala d'Or 45nm
Embark in Palma and take the morning to explore the city before casting off after lunch. The afternoon passage traces Mallorca’s southeastern coastline, dramatic cliffs and pine-covered hillsides before dropping anchor in the sheltered natural harbour of Cala d’Or for the evening.
Recommendation: Dinner ashore at one of the waterfront restaurants in Cala d’Or port.
Day 2 - Cala d'Or to Mahón, Menorca 80nm
An early start for the open-water crossing to Menorca. Arriving into Mahón by sea is one of the great Mediterranean entrances, a long winding channel flanked by limestone cliffs and 18th-century fortifications opening into one of the deepest natural harbours in the world. Spend the afternoon exploring the old town on foot.
Recommendation: Dinner at Ses Forquilles a modern Menorcan cuisine in a beautifully converted old building. Book ahead.
Day 3 - Mahón to Cala Turqueta & Cala Macarella 25nm
Menorca’s south coast is accessible only by boat, no jet skis, no beach bars, no crowds. Stop first at Cala Turqueta, a perfect crescent of white sand within a protected natural park, before moving to Cala Macarella for the afternoon and evening. Arguably the most beautiful anchorage in the Balearics.
Recommendation: Sundowners on deck as the day boats leave and the cove falls completely quiet.
Day 4 - Cala Macarella to Port de Pollença, North Mallorca 85nm
A morning swim before heading northwest back to Mallorca. Stop at Cala Mitjana, wilder and less visited, with extraordinary water, before rounding Cap de Formentor. The approach to Mallorca’s dramatic northern cape, sheer limestone walls dropping into the sea and the old lighthouse at the tip, is one of the finest moments of the week. Arrive into the charming, unhurried town of Port de Pollença for the evening.
Recommendation: Dinner at Stay restaurant on the promenade, one of the best wine lists in northern Mallorca.
Day 5 - Port de Pollença to Ibiza Town 85nm
A full day’s passage southwest across open water, lunch served underway. The arrival into Ibiza as the sun drops is consistently one of guests’ favourite moments, Dalt Vila glowing amber above the marina as you come in. Head up into the ancient walled city for dinner and the first taste of Ibiza Town’s atmosphere.
Recommendation: Dinner at La Oliva in Dalt Vila, superb cuisine in a 16th-century mansion.
Day 6 - Es Cavallet & Cala Jondal
A day on Ibiza’s southern coast by water. Morning at Es Cavallet, white sand, salt flats, clear water, relaxed crowd. After lunch, move around the headland to Cala Jondal and Blue Marlin Ibiza. Arrive by tender and spend the afternoon in the thick of it.
Recommendation: Book sunbeds at Blue Marlin in advance. The sashimi platter and a bottle of rosé as the afternoon light drops is the definitive Ibiza charter experience.
Day 7 - Ibiza to Formentera 10nm
The short crossing to Formentera takes less than an hour but delivers a completely different world, car-free, protected, and home to some of the most extraordinary water in Europe. The lagoon between Formentera and the uninhabited islet of Espalmador is a phenomenon: vast, shallow, and every shade of turquoise. A long lunch at Juan y Andrea, an afternoon exploring by tender, and the final night at anchor under the Balearic stars.
Recommendation: Lunch at Juan y Andrea on Ses Illetes – the best seafood in the Balearics. Book weeks in advance.
Day 8 - Formentera to Ibiza Town 10nm (Disembarkation)
A final morning swim at anchor and breakfast on deck before the short crossing back to Ibiza Town for disembarkation at midday.
