From Palma’s historic port to turquoise waters

Lying at the heart of the largest island in Spain’s Balearic archipelago, Palma de Mallorca is the natural springboard for exploring Mallorca itself and the neighbouring islands of Ibiza, Menorca and Cabrera. Direct flights from most UK and European cities plus excellent marina infrastructure make it easy to step aboard, cast off and reach crystal-clear anchorages within an hour of leaving the city’s Gothic cathedral in your wake.

A wide selection of boat types

Whether you plan a relaxed day charter, a week-long cruise or a full-service luxury yacht charter, Palma offers a broad fleet: sailing yachts for hands-on adventurers, spacious catamarans for families, motor yachts for quick hops and super-yachts for those who want crewed comfort. A recent market snapshot counted almost 300 charter boats based in Palma alone, with weekly rates starting around €1 045 and scaling up to crewed super-yachts.

When to sail from Palma de Mallorca? 

High season (July – August): warm seas and busy marinas

Sea temperatures peak at 26–27 °C and daylight lasts well into the evening. Expect higher charter prices, limited berths after mid-afternoon and the occasional late-summer storm, as seen in August 2024 when winds exceeded 110 km h-1.

Shoulder months (May – June & September – October): pleasant sailing and fewer crowds

These months combine 22–24 °C water, steady easterlies and lighter marina traffic—ideal for relaxed cruising or a first bareboat experience.

Low season (November – April): mild winters and value charters

Winter air rarely drops below 12 °C in Palma’s bay, so long-term rentals and refit lay-ups are popular. Most charter companies offer reduced rates outside the summer rush.

Popular itineraries from Palma de Mallorca

Cabrera National Park – protected natural beauty

Sail 28 NM south-east from Palma for a night under the stars. Mooring buoys (bookable online) help protect the Posidonia seagrass, and landing permits allow you to walk up to the 14th-century castle for sweeping views.

Isla Dragonera – quick escape to a nature reserve

Only nine miles west of Palma, Dragonera is perfect for a day charter: hike the lighthouse trail, snorkel among groupers and observe endemic lizards before returning to the city for dinner.

Loop around the southwest bays

Anchor off Camp de Mar for breakfast, swim in Cala Blava’s turquoise waters at lunch and spend the night in sheltered Santa Ponça—three very different bays all within 25 NM.

Key marinas and services in Palma

Real Club Náutico de Palma (RCNP)

The island’s oldest yacht club accommodates yachts up to 50 m and stages international regattas such as the Copa del Rey.

Marina Port de Mallorca & Marina Moll Vell

Both marinas sit on the Paseo Marítimo with 24 h security and shore power up to 125 A—handy for larger catamarans and motor yachts. Port de Mallorca holds ISO 14001 certification, while Moll Vell hosts the Palma International Boat Show every spring.

Daily visitor rates across the island’s marinas typically range from €50 for a 10 m sailboat in low season to €350 for a 25 m motor yacht in August.

Licensing, skippers and crew – what you need to know

Bareboat requirements

For yachts over 6 m you’ll need an ICC, RYA Day Skipper, Spain’s PER or higher. Keep the licence (plus VHF certificate) on board for Guardia Civil checks at sea. Skippered and crewed options

If you prefer to relax, hire a professional skipper for about €200–€250 a day or choose a fully crewed charter where a chef, deckhand and steward handle navigation, meals and housekeeping.

Budgeting your Mallorca yacht charter

Charter rates by boat type

• Sailing yachts: from €195 / day bareboat in low season to €2 100 / day in high season for new 15–16 m cruisers.

• Catamarans: €516–€2 800 / day depending on size and season.

• Motor yachts: €790–€4 400 / day; fuel is an extra variable cost.

Mooring fees and extras

Add marina nights, final cleaning, outboard petrol and, on crewed yachts, APA (30–35 % of charter price) to cover food, drinks and fuel.

Practical tips for a smooth charter week

Provisioning and fuel

Supermarkets within walking distance of most Palma marinas deliver directly to your boat—order online before arrival. Fill up early morning to avoid queueing at the single fuel dock in Real Club Náutico.

Weather watch and safety

Summer’s prevailing sea breeze sets in around 13:00 from the south-east at 10–15 knots; reef early if a DANA low is forecast. Always check that anchorages are outside Posidonia protection zones—fines can reach €12 000.

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Yacht charter and Boat rental in Palma de Mallorca

Charter a yacht and explore Palma de Mallorca! Prices start from 126 € per day. Choose from the largest selection of sailboats, motor yachts, catamarans, motor boats, gulets and power catamarans.

Popular marinas are La Lonja Marina Charter, Marina Naviera Balear, Club de Mar, Real Club Nautico de Palma, Puerto Portals, Marina Port de Mallorca, Marina Palma Cuarentena, Muelle de Golondrinas, Port Calanova, Pantalán del Mediterráneo, Calanova Puerto Olimpico, Club Náutico Cala Gamba and Marina Moll Vell.