Mallorca is one of the most easily accessible islands in Europe, where you can get cheap flights starting from 20€ on sale. Exploring the North and West this time, we focused on the south and east of the island. This area is rather flat compared to the northwest, offering comfortable beach holidays. Rent a car and check out the TOP 10 beaches we have selected for you. And don’t forget to pack your snorkeling gear and water shoes.
Detailed Google map with attractions
1. Cala Llombards
Cala Llombards is a smaller bay with azure water and smooth rock cliffs on both sides. On the right side, you can walk and jump into the water as you please. There are iron ladders available for getting in and out of the water. We recommend water shoes so you can swim to the opposite shore, climb the rocks, and jump from an even greater height. And underwater is also amazing – we saw plenty of fish and even two jellyfish, so better wear goggles. You can park right in front of the beach, where there is a café, or a closer spot is above the beach on the left side with stone steps leading down.
2. Caló des Moro
Caló des Moro was the most photogenic cove for us. Since it is a residential area, you need to park your car about 1.5 km away from the beach and walk. Along the way, there is a viewpoint where you can take panoramic photos of the cove, the park, and the rocky cliffs. By the way, before reaching the beach, we recommend taking a walk along the rocky cliffs, where there is a stone window that fills and empties with water. The entrance to the beach itself is a steeper path over rocks, and there are fewer spots for towels as the beach is narrow. So grab a good spot and dive into the water 🙂
GPS route: https://www.strava.com/activities/1849576504
3. S’Amarador Beach and Cala Mondragó
This amazing sandy double bay is located in the protected area of Mondragó and ranks among the most beautiful spots on the eastern coast. The beaches are surrounded by a pine forest and fine white sand, ideal for families with small children. We ranked it third due to a significant amount of dark leaves at the water’s edge, slightly spoiling the overall impression. S’Amarador Beach is seamlessly connected to the second bay, Cala Mondragó, by a footpath. Along the way, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of both beaches and cliffs. Parking at S’Amarador cost 5€.
GPS route: https://www.strava.com/activities/1845680948
4. Cala Morlanda
If you are a fan of coves with caves, this beach is for you. Although you won’t find sand for lounging and you’ll have to wade through stones to get into the water, wearing water shoes makes it easy. You can snorkel happily by the cliffs and swim to one of several caves. And if that’s not enough, one of the caves is accessible by land as well. We have marked it on Google Maps for you.
5. Cala Agulla
Cala Agulla is one of the three beaches in the north that we visited. It is a large bay with white sand, surrounded by a beautiful pine forest and mountains. The beach is ideal for swimming and snorkeling, we saw entire schools of fish here.
6. Platja des Trenc
Platja des Trenc is a large open beach with smooth sand. The water is shallow for a long way out into the sea, making it ideal for families with children. As it is located in the southwest, we recommend visiting in the evening when it changes colors during sunset. You might even be accompanied by seagulls. Parking is available in a large parking lot for 4€.
7. Playa Cala Gran
Cala Gran is the largest of the coves that make up the tourist center of Cala d’Or. Despite being a town beach, the cliffs that surround it retain much of their vegetation, and the low-rise buildings are well integrated into the environment. The cliffs also provide good spots for jumping into the water.
8. Cala Varques
Cala Varques is a relaxed beach with white sand and cliffs, perfect for snorkeling. Park your car in the street, walk through the large metal gate, and enjoy a 15-minute walk down to the cove. You can also walk to another cove to the left of the cliffs, where we saw beautiful sea caves and a herd of sheep.
GPS route: https://www.strava.com/activities/1870956785
9. Cala Mesquida
It is a larger bay with sandy dunes, white sand, and villas on the hill. Like Cala Agulla, it is ideal for swimming and snorkeling; we saw many little fish here. The eastern part of the beach is reserved for nudists. The area around Cala Mesquida was specially designated by the Balearic government in 1991 as an “area of special interest,” which helps protect some of its wild natural beauty.
10. Cala Torta
This smaller cove in the north was the furthest point we visited. The entrance to the beach is formed by a beautiful long sandy dune. I will definitely not forget this beach, as it was where I was stung by my first jellyfish 🙂 Luckily, it wasn’t serious, just a sting on my elbow, for which the lifeguard gave me vinegar and it was fine. If you go for a walk over the hill, you’ll find another beach, Cala Mitjana. On your way back inland, make sure to stop at the Santuari de Sant Salvador castle, where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the town during the sunset.
