Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands — and the most diverse. Where Ibiza focuses on nightlife and Formentera on privacy, Mallorca offers an incomparable palette — the cosmopolitan sophistication of Palma, the dizzying cliffs of the UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana, the secret coves of Cap Formentor inaccessible from land, and the turquoise waters of the north of the island that rival the best Mediterranean destinations.
Mallorca is large enough (3,640 km²) that an entire week of chartering is not enough to complete a full tour — each day reveals a different coast, a different atmosphere, a different gastronomy. It is the Balearic destination for clients who want to combine urban sophistication, preserved wild nature, rich culture, and high-level gastronomy in a single itinerary.
International Yachts Charter and Brokerage XXIII offers charters in Mallorca with our Mediterranean fleet. Our in-depth knowledge of the island — its ports, its private coves, its best restaurants, and its protected overnight anchorages — allows us to compose tailor-made itineraries that reveal the Mallorca that land-based tourists never see.
Palma’s Gothic cathedral — known as La Seu — is one of the most impressive buildings in the entire Western Mediterranean. Built progressively between the 13th and 16th centuries in local ochre sandstone, it dominates the Bay of Palma from its ramparts and is one of the most recognizable images of the Balearics. Its position facing the sea — illuminated in the evening from our anchorages in the bay — is a view that passengers never tire of admiring and photographing.
The interior of La Seu is remarkable for two distinct reasons — its Gothic stained glass windows are among the largest in the world, and Antoni Gaudí left his mark there during a restoration in the early 20th century with his candelabras suspended above the altar.
Palma’s historic district is a labyrinth of medieval streets lined with Baroque palaces, courtyards adorned with gardens and wells, Baroque chapels, and local designer boutiques. The “Can” architecture — the palaces of the Mallorcan nobility — is unique to Palma and constitutes one of the most overlooked and remarkable architectural heritages of the Mediterranean.
Over the last ten years, Palma has developed a gastronomic scene that rivals the best cities in Spain. The Olivar Market — open every morning except Sunday — is the best fresh produce market in the Balearics. Our chef sources supplies there during stopovers in Palma — local charcuterie and cheeses, catch-of-the-day fish, island vegetables, and artisan butcher shops of incomparable quality.
The benchmark tables in Palma that we recommend to our clients — Marc Fosh, Michelin-starred contemporary Mediterranean cuisine in the cloister of a former convent. Adrián Quetglas, high-quality creative Michelin-starred cuisine since 2014 and an absolute gastronomic reference in Palma. Can Cera, luxury brasserie in a 17th-century palace with revisited Mallorcan cuisine and exceptional local wines.
Palma’s marina is one of the best-equipped in the Balearics for superyachts — berths up to 80 meters, fuel services, provisioning, and 24/7 maintenance. Its location in the heart of the city makes it one of the most convenient moorings in the entire Balearic archipelago — the old town and its restaurants are just a few minutes’ walk away.
The Serra de Tramuntana is the limestone mountain range that borders the northwest coast of Mallorca — a series of peaks that reach 1,445 meters at Puig Major and plunge directly into the sea from heights of 300 to 600 meters. This landscape of spectacular cliffs, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2011, is one of the most dramatic coastal landscapes in the entire Western Mediterranean.
From the sea, these cliffs reveal an additional dimension impossible to perceive from land — walls that drop sheer into deep blue water, sea caves accessible only by tender, and coves hidden in the folds of the cliff. Our captain cruises along these coasts at reduced speed to allow passengers to appreciate every detail of this exceptional panorama.
Sa Calobra is one of the most impressive coves in the Balearics — a white sand enclave at the foot of 200-meter limestone cliffs, accessible from the sea through a passage between two almost vertical rock walls. The land road leading to it is a masterpiece of engineering — 14 kilometers of hairpin turns — but it is often crowded in high season and difficult to access.
From our superyacht, access to Sa Calobra is direct and immediate. Our tender travels up the Torrent de Pareis to the beach, between two limestone cliffs that almost meet above our heads in a spectacular atmosphere. The Sa Calobra tavern serves simple grilled dishes and excellent local seafood — an authentic spot in an incomparable natural setting.
A 10-minute sail from Sa Calobra, Cala Tuent is a small, quiet cove accessible by a dirt track from the island’s interior — and directly from the sea by tender. Its water is exceptionally clear, and a few fishermen’s houses and a local tavern constitute its entire infrastructure. It is one of our captain’s favorite coves for lunches on board in a preserved natural setting far from the tourist bustle.
Cap Formentor — the northeastern tip of Mallorca — is one of the most spectacular natural sites in the Balearics. Its white lighthouse, built in 1863 at the very tip of the cape, dominates a 200-meter cliff that falls directly into the sea. The view from our superyacht at anchor facing the cape — the limestone cliffs in shades of pink and ochre at sunset — is one of the most powerful images in the entire Balearic archipelago.
Formentor beach — not to be confused with the island of Formentera — is a white sand beach nestled in a protected bay at the foot of Cap Formentor. Accessible from the sea by tender and from land by a narrow road often crowded in high season. Its deep turquoise waters and preserved natural setting make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Mallorca. The Hotel Formentor — one of Spain’s most legendary hotels, founded in 1929 — overlooks the beach from its terraced gardens.
The northeast coast of Mallorca, between Cala Ratjada and Artà, concentrates some of the island’s most beautiful coves. Cala Agulla — shallow green waters, white sand, protected natural dunes. Cala Mesquida — a vast, uncrowded beach with crystal-clear waters, accessible mainly from the sea or by a dirt path. Our tender docks there directly without any crowds.
Cala Mondragó, in the Santanyí region in the southeast of the island, has been protected by a natural park since 1992 — one of the few beaches in Mallorca to have escaped massive tourist construction. Its two coves have exceptionally transparent waters, accessible directly from our superyacht by tender.
Porto Colom is one of the most authentic fishing villages in Mallorca — its horseshoe-shaped natural harbor, colorful fishing boats, and traditional houses have resisted the tourist transformation that has disrupted most of the Mallorcan coast. Our chief steward reserves the best tables in the port — fish and seafood caught that morning, served simply with local olive oil.
Puerto Pollença is the most elegant seaside resort in northern Mallorca — a waterfront lined with century-old pines, a promenade of remarkable architectural quality, and a relaxed, family atmosphere that contrasts with the hustle and bustle of the south coast. Pollença Bay offers an anchorage protected from northwest winds — one of our favorite overnight anchorages in the north of the island.
Yes — the Palma marina is in the heart of the city. The old town, La Seu Cathedral, and the Olivar Market are within walking distance of the dock in just a few minutes.
A land road exists but is very crowded in high season. From our superyacht, our tender accesses the beach directly by traveling up the Torrent de Pareis — it is the most spectacular and comfortable way to discover this site.
Yes — Palma and Ibiza are 3 hours apart by sea. A 7-day itinerary can dedicate 4 days to Mallorca and 3 days to the western Balearics.
May-June and September-October are ideal — pleasant temperatures, uncrowded coves, exceptional light. July-August: high season, booking 3 months in advance is mandatory.
Absolutely — it is even from the sea that it is most impressive. The 300 to 600-meter cliffs that plunge directly into the water are inaccessible from land and offer a unique panorama from the deck of our superyacht.
Yes — the coves of Ornos, Porto Colom, and Cala Mondragó are perfect for families. Pollença Bay offers a calm and secure anchorage. Palma is a lively and culturally rich city for older children.
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