THE 5 BEST COVES TO VISIT BY BOAT IN MALLORCA
Mallorca has numerous stunning coves that are perfect for sailing and enjoying the natural beauty of the island for much of the year, and especially in the summer season.
The Mallorcan waters, famous for their crystal clarity and stunning turquoise tones, become a paradise for lovers of the nautical world, from hidden coves to sheltered beaches, Mallorca has something to offer for everyone.
Sailing along the Mallorcan coast is a magical experience, where each cove offers a perfect haven to anchor and enjoy the serenity of the Mediterranean.
If you are looking for the best coves in Mallorca to explore by boat, here is a selection not to be missed!
Selecting among all the wonderful coves of Mallorca is not an easy task, as the island offers countless paradisiacal corners perfect for sailing and anchoring to enjoy an incredible day.
However, here is a selection of the most outstanding coves that you cannot miss.
5 ESSENTIAL COVES TO SAIL THIS SUMMER:
1) MONDRAGÓ COVE
Cala Mondragó is one of the best beaches in the southeast of Mallorca, located in the Natural Park of Mondragó. Famous for its protected landscapes and clean waters, it is an excellent place to anchor and enjoy the crystal clear waters.
The sea is even calmer than it usually is in the Mediterranean, being the cove inside a tongue of sea that creates a small backwater, used by many sailors to moor their pleasure boats and enjoy this incredible environment.
Cala Mondragó is among the top 5 best coves in Mallorca to visit by boat and live a first class nautical experience.
Panoramic aerial view of Cala Mondragó. Photo Credits: MikeCletus
2) CALA VARQUES COVE
This cove, located on the east coast of Mallorca, belonging to the municipality of Manacor, is known for its unspoiled beauty and crystal clear waters. Surrounded by cliffs and pine trees, it is a quiet and perfect place to anchor and enjoy nature in its purest state.
In addition, Cala Varques can boast of having one of the largest underwater caves in Europe, which is a real treasure for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts.
Cala Varques is undoubtedly one of the best coves in Mallorca.
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3) ES CARBÓ
The beach of Es Carbó, on the southern tip of the island, just nine kilometers from Colonia de San Jordi, is undoubtedly one of the favorite areas to anchor the boat. The bottom is fine-grained sand, covered with posidonia and branches. It is not a cove as such but its waters are especially calm in summer.
The nearest port facility is Port Colonia de Sant Jordi.
Panoramic view Playa d’Es Carbó
4) CALÓ D´ES MORO
Caló d’es Moro, located on the east coast of Mallorca and located two nautical miles from the port facility Port de Cala Figuera de Santanyí, is a spectacular enclave of crystal clear waters and perfect for diving and anchoring small boats.
It is undoubtedly one of the busiest beaches in the south of the island and in recent years the beach has become so famous among visitors to the island that can suffer overcrowding, which does not detract from the fact that its waters and its incredible beauty make it deserving of a well-deserved 4th place in our list of 5 smaller coves to sail this summer.
5) TORRENT DE PAREIS
Located in Sa Calobra, the Torrent de Pareis, crosses the massive Tramontana mountain range, opening a window to the blue Mediterranean.
The Torrent de Pareis is a canyon of more than 3 kilometers long that runs between gorges until it reaches the famous cove of Sa Calobra, its natural mouth in the sea.
The Torrent de Pareis and its Cala Sa Calobra are undoubtedly one of the most spectacular coves in the Balearic archipelago to anchor your boat this summer in Mallorca.
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LIST OF 5 SPECTACULAR COVES IN MALLORCA
- Mondragó Cove
- Cala Varques Cove
- Es Carbó Beach
- Caló d´Es Moro Cove
- Torrent de Pareis (Sa Calobra)
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