A 7-day sailing adventure around Menorca designed for a relaxed sailing pace (3–20 nautical miles most days), combining scenic anchorages, historic towns, swimming coves, and interesting onshore experiences. Menorca is excellent for sailing thanks to its many sheltered calas (coves) and reliable summer sailing season between May and September.
Day 1 – Mahón → Binibèquer / Cala Binibèquer
Distance: ~8 NM
Sailing highlights
Gentle first sail along Menorca’s southeast coast.
Anchor in the sheltered turquoise waters near Binibèquer.
Onshore activities
Explore Binibèquer Vell, a picturesque whitewashed fishing village with narrow alleys.
Snorkelling around the rocky shoreline.
Sunset drinks in a waterfront bar.
Evening
Dinner in Binibèquer or return to the boat for a quiet anchorage night.
Day 2 – Binibèquer → Cala en Porter
Distance: ~10 NM
Sailing highlights
Scenic cliffs and caves along the south coast.
Onshore activities
Swim at the sandy beach of Cala en Porter, a cove framed by limestone cliffs.
Visit Cova d’en Xoroi, a bar built into seaside caves with dramatic views.
Optional short hike along the coastal cliffs.
Evening
Dinner in the village overlooking the bay.
Day 3 – Cala en Porter → Son Bou → Cala Galdana
Distance: ~12–14 NM
Sailing highlights
Stop for lunch off Son Bou, the longest beach in Menorca.
Onshore activities
Paddleboard or snorkel along the beach.
Afternoon sail to Cala Galdana, a beautiful horseshoe-shaped bay popular with sailors.
Evening
Walk through pine forests above the bay.
Try local seafood in a beachside restaurant.
Day 4 – Cala Galdana → Cala Macarella & Cala Mitjana → Ciutadella
Distance: ~14 NM
Sailing highlights
Morning swim in Cala Macarella or Cala Mitjana, two of the island’s most famous turquoise coves.
Onshore activities
Sail onward to Ciutadella, Menorca’s historic former capital.
Explore the old town’s narrow streets and cathedral.
Visit the harbour lined with restaurants.
Evening
Dinner in the marina area.
Try the local drink “pomada” (gin with lemonade) often enjoyed at sunset.
Day 5 – Ciutadella → Punta Nati → Fornells
Distance: ~20 NM
Sailing highlights
Sail past the rugged northwest coast.
Stop near Punta Nati Lighthouse, built in 1913 after several shipwrecks in the area.
Onshore activities
Arrive in Fornells, a charming fishing village.
Try the island’s famous lobster stew (Caldereta de Langosta).
Kayaking or windsurfing in the sheltered bay.
Day 6 – Fornells → Cala Pregonda / Cavalleria → Port d’Addaia
Distance: ~15 NM
Sailing highlights
Sail along the wilder north coast with red cliffs and fewer crowds.
Stops
Swim at Cala Pregonda or Cavalleria, remote beaches with clear water.
Onshore activities
Dock or anchor near Port d’Addaia, a natural harbour.
Snorkelling and diving around nearby small islands.
Evening
Quiet dinner aboard or in a marina restaurant.
Day 7 – Port d’Addaia → Favaritx Lighthouse → Mahón
Distance: ~12–15 NM
Sailing highlights
Pass the dramatic Cap de Favàritx lighthouse and lunar-like landscape.
Onshore activities
Return to Mahón harbour.
Visit the town’s old quarter and waterfront promenade.
Optional visit to local gin distillery (Menorcan gin is famous).
Final evening
Celebration dinner overlooking the harbour.
Optional Adventure Add-Ons If you want to make the trip more adventurous:
Kayaking sea caves along the south coast.
Coastal hiking on sections of the Camí de Cavalls trail (encircles the island).
Scuba diving at marine reserves.
Cultural stops
Talayotic prehistoric sites (2,000+ years old).
Mahón market and harbour museums.
✅ Typical sailing conditions
Best months: May–September
Predominant winds: north–south breezes, good for coastal cruising.
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