Category: Excursions

Deià excursion Itinerary: Deià – Refugi de Can Boi – Cala Deià bridge – Cala Deià – Torrent des Racó – Deià

This morning stroll takes you on a visit to the charming town of Deià and its surroundings, from mountains to olive terraces and the sea.

The Cúber and Gorg Blau reservoirs sit in the valley of Almallutx, in the Serra de Tramuntana, and are an important water source for the city of Palma.

The protected area of Puig de la Victòria is 1.198 ha. large. It is a very nice peninsula that divides the bays of Pollença and Alcúdia.

Before undertaking any activity on the mountain, we must inform ourselves of the weather forecast, bring enough water and adequate footwear. Respect nature, respect private property and do not leave any trace of our passage on the mountain.

The Castell del Rei (in Engl., “King´s Castle”) alongside the castle of Alaró and Santueri, is one of the three stone castles in Mallorca.

Capdepera, Cala Mesquida and Cala Agulla. Natural Area of Special Interest (ANEI). Area: 538hectares. Municipal districts: Capdepera. Natural values: Dune systems of great interest, sheer cliffs, pine forests.

Boat Trips: Fun for all the family. The Serra de Tramuntana and the waters of the Mediterranean Sea come together to make an unforgettable experience when taking a boat trip round Mallorca.

There are three small gardens in Palma, right on the sea shore, that are perfect for a pleasant walk or a place to rest during a sightseeing tour.

The Cabrera National Park constitutes the best example of untouched island ecosystems in the Mediterranean.
 

Raixa, beautiful gardens and a spectacular mansion await us.

The Possessió de Raixa, or Raixa Manor House, sits at the foot of the Serra de Tramuntana, offering a view that encompasses the whole of the Pla de Mallorca.

Mallorca’s Olive Oil route is a perfect gastronomic tour. When it comes to olive trees, the press, the mills and of course, Mallorca’s oil, there are plenty of activities, places to eat and rest, shops to sample and buy the product, as well as architectural heritage, land and beautiful sceneries. The route includes a walk through the Serra de Tramuntana, close to Sóller.

Excursion to Sa Foradada among centenary olive trees and stunning views of the Serra de Tramuntana.

The streets of Palma are adorned with many sculptures.
We would like to propose a tour visiting some of these, contemporaneous and gothic, some with great artistic significance, others that are just symbols of this beautiful city.

Estellencs looks out to see from the Serra de Tramuntana.
With just 348 inhabitants it is easy to imagine how peaceful the streets of this old town are.

S’Estaca is a tiny but beautiful fisherman’s village set on the Tramuntana coast, between Valldemossa and Deià.

Es Capdellà is a charming village in Calvià. The traditional houses are all well cared for, with pretty, little front gardens.
 

Mallorca has become one of the most important centres for art in all of Europe. Here is a selection of what we feel to be the most attractive galleries in Palma, due to their history, the relevance of their artists, their proposal and the beauty of the venues.
 

Sa Dragonera is a small island at the southern tip of the Tramuntana Mountain range. There are different hiking routes on the island with varying levels, something to suit everyone.

The Galatzó estate belongs to Calvià council and is the perfect place to go hiking, here you can listen to the wind rustling through the pine trees, the birds chirping and the lambs bleating while they follow you along the pleasant tracks.

This itinerary takes you to the highest point of Alcúdia’s peninsula. On reaching the top of the Talaia (446m) we are rewarded with great panoramic views. Our route runs through the public estate of la Victòria that separates the bays of Pollença and Alcúdia.

Muro’s spectacular beaches are located along the large stretch of sand that covers the Bay of Alcúdia.
 

The Mare de Déu de la Consolació sanctuary, near S’Alquería Blanca, is an interesting place from where one can behold the spectacular east coast of Mallorca.

We leave the Port de Sóller three hours before the sunset, first walking up calle Bélgica and then continuing along the Camí de s’Illeta, until reaching the bottom of the Penyal Bernat de s’Illeta; our goal is the summit.

The Torrent de na Móra is surrounded by spectacular limestone formations and arid peaks, passing between the Bàlitx and Moncaire mountains..

One of the most impressive and characteristic views of Mallorca is the town of Llucalcari, nestled among the pine and olive groves of the Serra de Tramuntana, with a deep-blue backdrop where the sky and Mediterranean sea fuse as one.

This is one of the most spectacular excursions on the island, offering incredible views of “S’agulla des Frare“. Es Pa de Figa sits between Puig Major and Puig de Ses Vinyes.

It’s 11am and in half an hour the buses will arrive, here at Embutidos Matas the final details are coming together. The dining room that seats 157 diners is ready. Finally some blue buses, from the tour operator that smiles, begin to appear and the first groups of tourists get off.

Mallorca Wine Express offers a guided tour though the most well known vine yards on the island.

S’Arenal de Sa Ràpita and Ses Covetes belong to the Campos municipality. These beaches are part of the coastal area of Sa Ràpita, a popular area with those looking for second homes, both locals and foreigners.

Es Salt des Frau is a natural waterfall just a few kilometres from Orient, belonging to the municipality of Bunyola. It is on the road between Bunyola and Alaró, in the middle of a beautiful forest of Holm oak, pine and olive trees.
 

Cala Figuera and Cala Santanyí are on the south east coast of Mallorca and offer visitors environmentally privileged surroundings where they can relax and enjoy the many natural charms.

Toni Ramón and Toni Abrines, guides from the Grupo Excursionista del Fomento de Turismo de Mallorca (a group promoting excursions for tourists) would like to suggest the following route:

Mallorca Balloons offers the unique experience of touring the island in a hot air balloon departing from Manacor on different routes with the most beautiful views guaranteed.

The Mondragó Natural Park is located in the south of Mallorca, in the municipal area of Santanyí, and has a surface area of 766 hectares. While 95 hectares of the Park are public property, the rest of the park sits on privately owned land and estates, which, often divided into plots, are generally occupied by extensive dry crop cultivation.

Peguera Excursion: We invite you to come and enjoy easy round trip walks near Peguera.
 

The Las Malgrats Islands are made up of two islets and are located within the municipality of Calvià, opposite the Bay of Santa Ponça. The over 100 hectares occupied by the Las Magrats Islands are exploited traditionally and sustainably by professional fishing vessels and by tourist boats, in compliance with the restrictions established by the General Directorate of Fishing and Protection of Natural Reserves.

The whole essence of the Mediterranean is concentrated in this itinerary. Dragonera Island will give us a hint of loneliness, reminding us of the importance of protected natural areas.

DescriptionWe head towards the road leading up to Pouet plain; the road is in bad condition and we have to ascend on foot. After the Pouet plain it is easier going, and we can continue on to “Ses Artigues” plain and the peak, Puig Caragolí, and then stop for a break at Coll de Son Gallard.

Trip to Puig de Randa and Cura monastery
In the middle of the expansive plains of Mallorca, between the towns of Algaida and Llucmajor, rises Randa mountain.

For the non-experts or novices in the noble sport of hiking over mountains or torrents, it’s pretty tough and, depending on the trail, difficult and complicated. Indispensable: good walking boots,  outdoor clothing, some food and at least 2 litres of water.

Located in the municipal district of Sóller, the Barranc de Biniaraix is a ravine created by the Son Torrella mountain range, L’Ofre and Els Cornadors mountain range. A place of great beauty, it has a pathway made of stone steps. This path begins in Biniaraix and continues until the house of L’Ofre.

“Ses Fonts Ufanes” are a singular natural phenomenon, unique to Majorca. They are the first protected Natural Monument of the Balearic Islands.

The route begins in Sóller, near the crossroads on the main Deià road, where we will find the first “GR” sign indicating a public pathway which leads to the Ca n’Ai rural hotel.

This value of this cavity, the Pas de Vallgornera cave (Llucmajor), as a site of natural interest is why it appeared on the list of SCIs proposed by the Government of the Balearic Islands for incorporation into the Europe-wide network, Nature-2000. It is currently included within the list of SCIs for Spain under code ES5310049.

Description
This trip leads us to the first or the last stretch of the G221 or the path Ruta de la Pedra en Sec.

Isolated unspoiled beach, not very crowded, white sand, thin, calm water, 1400 m long x 50 m wide.
Time: approximately 1 hour.
Distance: approximately 2 kilometres.
Difficulty: Very easy

When reaching Binibona, leave your car in the car park in the square. The second stage of the route will start by following the path pointing towards Ets Albellons Rural Tourism, leaving the detour leading to it behind on the left in order to continue straight ahead on the unpaved road.

This route will transport you along a road of miracles and legends, nearly always bearing relation to Virgin Mary, the patron saint of Majorca. Your journey will begin by leaving the town of Caimari on Calle de Nostra Senyora de Lluc, which is also the Inca-Lluc Ma2130 road.

Start: Houses of Sa Duaia de Baix. Finish: Drainpipe from the Sobirana and es Falguerar fountains.Advice: on foot.Type of route: linear.

Some summits are the symbols of villages. The Puig de Montisión is one of those for the village Porreres. Precisely for the porrerencs, the inhabitants of this village but also for people from elsewhere, it is the symbolism of Montision which bestows this unique place with its great charm.

La Reserva Puig de Galatzó is a nature reserve with an area of 2.5 million m² situated in the south-west of Majorca, in Puigpuñyent, some 17 km from Palma. The park was founded in 1986 and declared by the Island Council of Majorca as a public utility and of social interest on 3rd August 1992. Its official inauguration took place on 24th October 1992.

Description: The hill Son Cos is located in the municipal area of Marratxi and stands out for the magnificent conservation of its ecosystem. It contains a vast biological diversity with appreciated species such as olive trees, garrigues, mountain pines and large concentrations of orchids.

We begin the excursion at Coll Andritxol, right next to the water tanks. From here, we plot an uphill course with a very pronounced incline which takes us as far as the Puig de Garrafa sierra. 

Planícia is a former estate located to the south of the Tramuntana Sierra which spreads over a quarter of the Banyalbufar municipality. The estate looks over the sea, with spectacular views of the Sierra’s coastline, which make it popular among fans of hiking.