Every year, thousands of yachts make their way to Mallorca to enjoy crystal-clear waters, picturesque landscapes, and famed local wine and food. Some people find themselves with the ambition of circumnavigating the island, and one of the first questions that will inevitably rise is: how long does it take to sail around Mallorca?

The answer: it depends, but give yourself 1-2 weeks.

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The Quick Trip

If you want to just cover some miles and see some spots along the way, a week is enough time to get you around the island. You will need to make quite a bit of ground every single, at least 30 nautical miles a day, so it is a great endeavour if your goal is to get some sailing experience under your belt. With pit stops in any of the thousands of coves and beaches or port towns along the way, a circumnavigation of Mallorca is the perfect place to do it.

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Slow and Steady

By committing two or more weeks to your trip sailing around Mallorca, you give yourself more time to truly discover the beauty offered by the island. A slower journey means more stops at more coves and villages where you can savour the unique tastes and styles of the Mallorcan people, while you take your time relaxing by the water. Take a midday swim to cool off after navigating around a rocky peninsula and treat yourself to a hearty meal in a town like Port de Pollença before setting sail to your next destination.