The Real Balearics: Charter a yacht on the quieter side of these idyllic islands

The Balearic Islands are often defined by superclubs, glossy marinas and postcard-perfect beaches – but step aboard a luxury yacht and a far more authentic Mediterranean story unfolds. This seven-night charter from Palma de Mallorca to Ibiza reveals the real Balearics where wild coastlines and age-old traditions still shape daily life

Beautiful Balearics

Mallorca is the perfect introduction. Palma’s grand cathedral and historic streets speak of centuries of maritime power, but it is when you leave the harbour behind that the island’s true character emerges. Along the dramatic northern coast, cliffs plunge into sapphire water at Sa Calobra – a place best appreciated from the privacy of your own anchorage, far from the road-trippers above.

A short cruise brings you to Port de Sóller, backed by rugged mountains and fragrant citrus groves. Village life still revolves around markets and cafes with an authentic tram carrying visitors on original 1913 carriages in from the port. Calm waters and sandy beaches create an ideal family-friendly stop surrounded by birds and nature rather than nightlife. Down on Mallorca’s southwest coast, Port d’Andratx reintroduces sophistication balanced with authenticity. Once a fishing harbour, it now welcomes superyachts alongside traditional boats, with excellent local dining, markets and sailing conditions that reflect the island’s deep maritime roots.

Port Soller | Mallorca

With development banned and watersports absent, Es Trenc softens the mood of your charter even further and presents Mallorca at its most serene – just space, sea and silence, broken only by the ripple of a snorkel. This is the last stop before an overnight passage delivers you to Santa Eulària on Ibiza’s east coast.

A world away from the island’s party reputation Santa Eulària is known for its refined cuisine and cultural charm, where beaches slope softly into the sea and evenings revolve around long dinners rather than loud clubs. This is where you’ll discover Ibiza’s gentle side. No Balearics charter is complete without a visit to Formentera – only an hour’s cruise from Santa Eulària. After a day spent exploring this tiny island’s crystalline waters, peaceful anchorages and barefoot elegance, it’s another short hop back to Ibiza via the towering Es Vedra. This uninhabited rock rising from the sea is steeped in legend and best admired at sunset from the yacht’s deck.

Yacht PANDION PEARL on charter in the Balearics

Away from the urban areas, large portions of Ibiza are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, protected from large scale development to preserve the cultural heritage. Here you’ll find proof that beyond the buzz and glamour, the Balearics are profoundly real and perfect for a luxury yacht charter.