Where to Sail: the 15 Best Menorca Boat Trips

1.Menorca: Coves and Beaches Boat Trip w/ optional Paella

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,220 reviews · 210 minutes - 7 hours · from $47Our pick

Sail from Ciutadella’s old port along Menorca’s south coast, with beach stops at Son Saura and Cala Turqueta, views of Macarella and Macarelleta, swimming, snorkeling, and an optional chicken and seafood paella lunch. Choose the 3.5-hour cruise or the fuller 7-hour outing.

“Great time seeing all the beautiful places around Menorca. The boat was packed. The staff had zero interaction with the passengers. Lunch was fine. The true highlight are the calas & beaches.”

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2.Menorca: Full-Day Boat Tour with Paella Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 934 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $65

Spend 7 to 9 hours aboard the red Fiesta boat from Ciutadella, stopping at Cala en Turqueta and Son Saura for swimming and beach time. You’ll see Macarella and Macarelleta from the sea, eat mixed paella with a drink, and hear the guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, or Portuguese. Hotel pickup is optional.

“We loved the trip, and I will recommend to my friend. Very well organized and the paella was amazing!!!”

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3.Cala’n Bosc: 3.5-Hour South Coast Sightseeing Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 826 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $38

Join a 3.5-hour boat trip from Cala’n Bosch to see Menorca’s southern coves from the water. You’ll pass Son Saura, Cala en Turqueta, Macarella, Cala Galdana, and more, then stop for about an hour to swim, snorkel, walk ashore, or use the boat’s slide and glass-bottom viewing system. Commentary is available in five languages.

“The boat trip was excellent, the boat has a glass bottom which was fantastic and the captain and crew were so friendly with the children. Thank you”

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4.Mahon: Harbor Boat Tour with Underwater Viewing & Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 692 reviews · 1 hour · from $21Best value

Board the catamaran at Don Joan for a one-hour circuit of Mahón Harbour. You will hear commentary in English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German, pass Lazareto, Mola, San Felipe Castle, Es Castell, and Georgetown, then visit the underwater viewing cabin when conditions allow. The boat has shaded seating, toilets, and refreshments available onboard.

“It looked good from the quayside, but parking nearby is so difficult we missed the boat. Please leave lots of time to find a parking space if arriving by car.”

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5.Fornells: 3-Hour Boat Tour Along Menorcan Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 683 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Join Pachira Tours for a three-hour cruise from Fornells along Menorca’s northern coast. You’ll see cliffs, caves, red beaches, and protected waters, with two stops for swimming or snorkeling. Masks are provided, and paddleboards may be available. Commentary is offered in English, Spanish, French, Catalan, Italian, and Dutch.

“Fantastic! Very well organised . Brilliant trip . Staff were fantastic”

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6.Menorca: 3.5 Hour South Coast Boat Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 613 reviews · from $79

Spend 3.5 hours cruising Menorca’s south coast aboard a comfortable boat, with stops to swim near famous coves such as Turqueta, Macarella, and Mitjana. Your captain, often Nacho, Alberto, José, or another multilingual guide, shares local stories. A Menorcan snack, drinks, and a stand-up paddleboard are included.

“From the start everything went well. The trip was easy to book, the directions were clear, but it would be a good idea to include a picture of the meeting point opposite the taxi rank. Our guide, Nacho, spoke English very well, was well informed and answered all our questions. The boat is lovely, spacious and takes a maximum 12 persons. With loads of room to move around and choose a sunny or shady spot. The locations Nacho took us to were perfect, with plenty of time to jump in the turquoise waters and gaze at the fish. Snorkels and masks are provided as well as a stand up paddle…”

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7.From Cala Galdana: 2-Hour Glass-Bottom Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 580 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Cruise from Cala Galdana past Cala Mitjana, Trebalúger, Macarelleta, and Macarella. You’ll see caves, hear stories in several languages, watch fish through the glass-bottom viewing area, and spend an hour swimming or walking to a secluded beach. Snorkel gear is available with a deposit, and the boat has slides, shade, snacks, and drinks.

“This 2 hour boat trip is great for families and viewing the coastline. It is quite busy but everyone was able to move around easily when the boat stopped. Facilities were good and service/ range of drinks and snacks was great. Easy to get on and off the boat, although usually a queue. Slides were great. Couldn’t really hear the information given as it was noisy.”

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8.Port Mahon: 1-Hour Harbor Cruise with Underwater Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 349 reviews · 1 hour · from $21

Board a yellow catamaran below Mahon’s old city for a one-hour cruise through one of the Mediterranean’s largest natural harbors. You’ll see military islands, coves, summer houses, La Mola, Es Castell, and Mahon’s skyline, with historical commentary and a short stop at Es Clot de la Mola for underwater views.

“A lovely one hour trip round the Mahon harbour which was informative and interesting and also picturesque.”

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9.From Fornells: Half-Day Menorca Catamaran Trip w/ Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 237 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three hours sailing from Fornells aboard Menorca’s unique small catamaran, limited to 10 people. Stop at at least one quiet beach or cove, with a second stop possible, then snorkel in calm Mediterranean water. Snacks, unlimited drinks, and snorkeling gear are included. Guides speak Spanish, English, French, and Catalan.

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10.Fornells: Catamaran Sunset Cruise of Menorca’s Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 134 reviews · 2 hours · from $85

Spend two hours aboard Katayak’s catamaran off Fornells, with English- and Spanish-speaking guides, snacks, drinks, swimming, and snorkeling equipment included. Guide Jean-Pierrot is praised for his island stories and calm manner. The group is limited to 12, though sunset visibility depends on the weather.

“Excellent, peut être faire une deuxième baignade juste”

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11.Menorca: Half Day Beach Exploration Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 129 reviews · from $40

Set out from Ciutadella’s old port for 3.5 hours along Menorca’s south coast. Stop for about an hour at Son Saura or Cala Turqueta, swim from the rear platform, view Macarella and Macarelleta, and visit a cave if weather allows. Commentary is available in English, Spanish, and French.

“Very small beach and feels like not a lot of time able to spend there as takes a while for everyone to get off the boat and then back on so was only 40mins able to spend on the beach”

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12.Cala Galdana: Snorkel Cruise to Macarella & Trebalúger

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 92 reviews · from $63Top rated

From Blue Islands Diving in Cala Galdana, you’ll ride a fast speedboat to Macarella and Trebalúger for two guided snorkel sessions. Pedro and Rob may lead your outing, with full-face masks, wetsuits, snacks, and soft drinks included. Expect about two hours in the water and scenic views of six southern coves.

“The guides' expertise with snorkelling and deep-sea diving and their knowledge about the Island makes this experience wonderful. Thanks to their instruction, I was able to explore deeper underwater with a snorkelling mask for the first time. It's very helpful that they provide you with all the equipment, including a wetsuit. Entering the caves along the white beaches is incredible! Thank you for the great excursion.”

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13.Menorca: Taxi-Boat from Es Grau to Colom Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 73 reviews · from $28

From Es Grau, your skipper takes you by taxi boat around Colom Island before dropping you at Playa Els Tamarells or Playa Arenal d’en Moro. You get roughly four hours for swimming and sunbathing, then return by boat. English, Spanish, and Catalan are listed, but language availability may vary.

“The boat was fine and the ride to the island was fun, but our guide did not speak any English. Would have been nice to offer some things like snorkelling equipment and and umbrella for the 4 hours we stayed there. The island is beautiful and you can pick which beach you want to stay on. Swimming there is amazing. Bit expensive for a 10 minute boat ride though.”

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14.From Mahon: Eastern Coastline Day Cruise to Menorca

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 57 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $47

From Mahon, you’ll cross the harbor by catamaran, pass Lazaretto Island and La Mola Fortress, then stop for about an hour near Sa Mesquida or Binibeca. You can swim, snorkel, use the boat slide, or stay aboard. The route depends on wind, with optional hotel pickup and commentary in five languages.

“El barco no se para en la playa solo se acerca a una y la gente se puede hechar al agua oliendo todo el tiempo la gasolina del barco”

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15.From Cala en Bosch: Galdana Shuttle Boat Return Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 54 reviews · 4 hours · from $29

Take a 45-minute boat ride from Cala en Bosch to Cala Galdana, with coastal views and commentary from the crew. You get two hours of free time at the beach, then return by boat. Beach bars, promenades, shallow water, and pine shade make this a simple outing for families and anyone who wants to avoid driving.

“Great commentary. the views and the small beaches were spectacular. I would have liked another hour at Galdana but altogether was a great experience.”

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