Menorca Blava - Excursiones en barco desde Ciutadella

Menorca Blava organizes boat tours along the southern coast of Menorca from the old port of Ciutadella. It is a 100% Menorcan, family-owned company, a pioneer in boat tours since 1979, and its passion for the sea has been passed down from generation to generation. It sells directly, without intermediaries, and takes you to coves that are inaccessible by car or that fill up first thing in the morning during the summer.

The Tours

	Full-Day Tour	Half-Day Tour
Duration	7 hrs	3.5 hrs
Schedule	9:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.	9:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Boarding	9:15–9:40	9:15 (morning) or 1:30 p.m. (afternoon)
Swimming stops	Son Saura and Cala Turqueta	Son Saura or Cala Turqueta, 1 hour
Lunch	Mixed paella on board, courtesy of the captain	—
Price	Starting at 45 €	Starting at 35 €

The Route

1. Departure from the old port of Ciutadella.
2. Artrutx Lighthouse.
3. Son Saura, two white-sand beaches with shallow waters (Banyul and Bellavista), among the most popular in Menorca.
4. Es Talaier, a small, hidden cove with turquoise waters.
5. Macarella and Macarelleta, famous for their white sand and crystal-clear water.
6. Cala Turqueta, with excellent conditions for snorkeling.
7. Tour of Ciutadella, passing by caves that cannot be reached by land.

You can get into the water or onto the beach via a walkway with direct access to the beach.

On Board

• Comfortable tables and seats.
• Bar, sun deck, and covered area with shade.
• Experienced sailors who know every corner of the coast.
• At most, 75% of the boat’s seats are sold to ensure a more comfortable trip.
• People with limited mobility are welcome.

Private Events

If you want the boat exclusively for your group, give them a call and they’ll arrange it.

What to Keep in Mind

• Wear comfortable clothing, a swimsuit, sunscreen, and a hat.
• You may not bring food, drinks, or coolers (including backpacks or insulated bags). Pets are not allowed.
• Paella is served only on the full-day tour, and there is no other menu option.
• Changes and cancellations: up to 24 hours in advance. If you don’t show up for boarding, you lose your ticket.
• If the weather is bad, they’ll offer you another date or give you a full refund.

Why Take a Boat to the Southern Coves

The unspoiled coves in southern Menorca, such as Macarella, Turqueta, and Son Saura, have limited capacity, and in the summer, the parking lots fill up early. From the sea, you arrive without having to look for parking or walk, you can see several coves in a single day, and you can swim in waters that don’t look the same from the beach. It’s a great outing for young and old alike.

Tips for making the most of your day

• Arrive early: boarding closes 5 minutes before departure.
• Bring snorkel goggles for Cala Turqueta, which has great underwater scenery.
• Put on sunscreen before boarding and wear a T-shirt: the sun is stronger out at sea.
• If you get seasick, stand in the middle of the boat and look toward the horizon.

What to Choose?

• Want to see the best of the south in one day without worrying about a thing: full-day excursion with paella.
• If you’re traveling with young children or are short on time: a morning or afternoon cruise.
• For a celebration or large group: a private boat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the boat depart from? From the old port of Ciutadella.

Can you go down to the beach? Yes, at each stop, the boat has a direct gangway to the sand.

Do you need to make a reservation? It’s recommended in the summer. You can book on their website or by phone.

What happens if the weather is bad? You can reschedule for another day or receive a full refund.

Can people with limited mobility come aboard? Yes, they are welcome on board.