Mallorca
Yacht Charters

Mallorca is genuinely well-suited to all three primary vessel types (sailing, motor, and catamaran), which is one of the things that makes it a useful base island. Motor yachts suit guests who want to combine Puerto Portals’ marina scene with serious cove-hopping along the southern coast. Sailing yachts are the right choice if you want to take advantage of what Mallorca’s winds offer; the mistral and the Tramuntana thermals produce conditions that make sailing here significantly more rewarding than on flatter, more sheltered islands. Catamarans suit families and groups who want their days centered on the water rather than on passages, particularly along the eastern and southern calas where the shallow draft is an asset.

May through October covers the full season, though the differences between months matter more on Mallorca than the simple peak/shoulder framing suggests. July and August are peak season, and for good reason: the Copa del Rey de Vela in early August makes Palma’s harbor particularly worth being in, the island is fully animated, and the water is at its warmest. May, June, and September offer excellent sailing conditions that some guests prefer, with quieter anchorages and a more relaxed pace. October holds up well on the south and east coasts as the northwest begins to close down for the season.

Sailing yachts and catamarans from €25,000 per week; motor yachts from €50,000; superyachts from €250,000. Mallorca generally comes in at a lower peak-season premium than Ibiza at comparable vessel sizes, which makes it a practical choice for guests who want Balearic sailing without the highest possible July and August rates. All charters are quoted on an MYBA basis with an APA of 25-30%. Spanish VAT applies.

It is one of the best sailing destinations in the western Mediterranean. The mistral from the northwest and the afternoon thermals off the Tramuntana mountains produce conditions that reward a sailing yacht in a way that the more sheltered Balearic islands don’t. The Copa del Rey de Vela is sailed out of Palma each August because the water genuinely earns it. Guests on a sailing yacht charter in Mallorca tend to arrive expecting a pleasant sailing holiday and leave having had something considerably better. Sailing yacht charters start from €25,000 per week.

Yes, and the island’s southeastern coastline is particularly well-suited to it. The shallow draft of a catamaran opens up calas that deeper-keeled vessels can’t reach without grounding, and the stable platform and wide deck work well for groups who want their days organized around swimming and snorkeling rather than making passages. The stretch of coast between Cala Pi and Cala Figuera is the best single area for cala-hopping by catamaran. Charters start from €25,000 per week.

Palma is the main departure point: it has the largest marina, the best provisioning, and the most direct flight connections from European cities. Puerto Portals, a few miles to the southwest, is the preferred base for superyacht guests and those whose itinerary centers on the southwest coast. For guests starting in the north or northeast of the island, Puerto Alcudia and Porto Colom are practical alternatives. The departure port can almost always be arranged to suit your travel plans.

Yes, and it’s one of the most natural inter-island passages in the Balearics. Palma to Ibiza is around 90 nautical miles, which makes for a comfortable overnight passage or a long day’s sail depending on the vessel and conditions. Most guests who make the crossing spend a few days in Mallorca first, which gives time to explore the calas and Palma before departing. A two-week charter gives the most comfortable pace if you want to do both islands properly rather than rushing the passages.

The base charter fee covers the vessel, the full crew, and all onboard equipment. The Advance Provisioning Allowance, which is 25-30% of the charter fee, paid upfront, covers meals, beverages, fuel, and marina fees, including berth reservations at Puerto Portals where applicable. Spanish VAT applies to the base fee; any unspent APA is returned at the end of the charter. Worldwide Boat’s team handles itinerary planning, restaurant reservations in Palma, and berth arrangements as part of the booking process.