Luxury Ibiza & Mallorca yacht charter guide: 10 Exclusive yacht excursions in the Balearic Islands

With its appealing mix of sun-drenched beaches, wildlife-rich nature reserves, boho-luxe resorts and cultural attractions, the Balearic Islands are seen by many as the pinnacle of Mediterranean yacht cruising.

Enjoy the timeless charm of Ibiza’s Old Town and the hilltop Mallorcan village of Deia by day and the superclubs of Playa d’en Bossa by night. With plenty of holistic hideaways to balance out the nightlife, a Balearics yacht charter offers something for everyone. As experts in the region, Edmiston can create a charter itinerary that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the isles and is tailored to you. 

Our top 10 Mallorca & Ibiza luxury excursions for a Balearic yacht charter 

Here is our pick of the 10 best luxury excursions for your Balearic Islands yacht charter – whether you are looking for a carefree vacation in Mallorca, or you want to base yourselves around Ibiza.

1. Take a helicopter wine tour in Mallorca

Holidays are about creating moments to treasure — so what could be more memorable on your luxury Mallorca yacht charter than a day that takes you to new heights? A private helicopter tour offers a breathtaking perspective of the Balearics, before touching down to indulge in another of the island’s great pleasures: its celebrated fine wines.

With Mallorcan Wine Tours you can fly over the UNESCO World Heritage Serra de Tramuntana mountains before gently landing at a boutique vineyard. After an exclusive wine tasting, you’ll be whisked away to your second vineyard of the day for a Tapas-style lunch or a three-course meal.

After selecting the best wines to add to your yacht wine cellar, your pilot will return you to your yacht for cocktails on the sun deck, just in time for sunset

2. Drop anchor in Cala Deià, and explore Deià, Mallorca

With its inviting aquamarine waters, the beautiful anchorage of Cala Deia is typical of the kinds of places you will have the privilege of visiting on your luxury yacht charter in Mallorca.

Dive into the glittering sea from the swim platform before getting preened and dressed for a seafood lunch at the elegant cliffside restaurant of Ca’s Patro March, beloved for its rustic character. 

Work off your delicious lunch with an afternoon stroll through the streets of Deia, where you can get your culture fix with a visit to the home of British poet Robert Graves – one of many artists and writers drawn to these rugged shores.

After a leisurely few hours back on the yacht, you can see for yourself the seductive charms of this Mallorcan enclave with Belmond hotel’s ‘Romance under the Stars’ experience in which you can follow a path once walked by composer Chopin, to dine on local delicacies by candlelight in a table hidden amid the glorious mountain scenery.

3. Enjoy a private art tour

Mallorca has long been a muse for artists who have been drawn to its rugged shorelines in the hope of capturing some semblance of its natural beauty.

On these authentic art tours, guests can enter the inner sanctum of the island’s art scene, with visits to private studios where you can meet some of the most exciting contemporary artists working now.

The fully customised itineraries can also include exclusive access to one of Spain’s most celebrated artists, the late Joan Miro, with a guide who knew him personally.

4. Sensory experiences & cliff-top dining at Cap Rocat, Mallorca

In the Balearics, it’s not unusual for luxury resorts to blend effortlessly with the old-world atmosphere. However, few places strike as harmonious a balance between the two as the five-star retreat of Cap Rocat, which is easily accessed by tender.

Surrender yourself to Mallorca luxury with the ‘Journey of the Senses’ in the restorative spa, which draws upon the wellness customs of three very different cultures. Travel through the hammams of the ancient world and the exotic aromas and techniques of Southeast Asia, to the spiritual healing approach of Indian-inspired treatments.

Afterwards, dine at La Fortaleza, the fortress’s fine-dining restaurant where you will begin with aperitifs and appetisers on a beautiful Arabian Nights-style terrace, complete with torchlight and Moroccan carpets. When the time comes, let yourself be swept into the elegant dining room for a meal bursting with Mallorcan flavours.

5. Diving and snorkelling in Cabrera Marine Reserve, Mallorca

As one of the best-preserved marine parks in the whole of the Mediterranean, Cabrera is also one of its best-kept underwater secrets. Considered one of the best dive spots in Europe, this is a place of unbelievable beauty. the protected shorelines of its 19 isles makes it a haven for whales and turtles while endemic plant life thrives here.

For a deeper understanding of the unique ecosystem, take a dive with a marine biologist before resurfacing for a sensational seafood lunch on the sun deck. Days at sea on a Mallorca yacht charter don’t get much better than this.

6. Visit Es Vedrà with a mythology guide, Ibiza

This rocky outcrop off Ibiza’s coast is soaked in folklore, with some saying it could be the tip of the lost city of Atlantis while others believing it has mysterious healing powers.

Your crew can arrange for a local historian to come aboard, captivating you with ancient legends of sirens and offering insight into the supposed spiritual power of this protected islet.

Afterwards, delve into your yacht’s toy box and dive or snorkel its perimeter to see beautiful underwater rock formations and abundant marine life, before drying off on the sun deck where you can discuss your day’s discoveries over Tapas and cocktails.

7. Bliss out at one of Ibiza’s best spas

While the White Island may have a reputation as a party isle, it also has a more chilled-out side and offers fantastic options for those looking for some soulful pampering on their Ibiza yacht charter.

At Six Senses’ Ibiza resort, there’s an earthy, laidback, free-spirited approach to wellness where you can partake in restorative rituals before unwinding in the outdoor massage catacombs.

Meanwhile, a luxury yacht charter in Ibiza is always improved with a visit to La Posidonia Spa, whose Cascadas Suspendidas experience allows you to enjoy blue-sky therapy from the cliffside as you submerge yourself in a series of hanging waterfalls.

8. Enjoy dinner at Sublimotion — Ibiza’s most exclusive restaurant

So much more than a mere meal – at Sublimotion, you can expect the unexpected as you succumb to a multi-sensory experience that takes you on a journey through 20 courses in the most imaginative way possible.

Arriving from the yacht by tender, you’ll be met by the chef before entering a world of intrigue, for while Sublimotion may have been labelled the world’s most expensive dining experience, it’s also its most unforgettable, amoung the best restaurants in Europe, and one of the best things to do in Ibiza.

9. Enjoy VIP nightlife and beach clubs in Ibiza 

For a taste of Ibiza’s legendary nightlife, ask your crew to arrange a VIP experience at Pacha – one of the original superclubs that put the island on the party map and which still attracts superstar DJs and a heady, dance crowd – while Nikki Beach Club’s status as a beach bar icon is showing no signs of waning.

For something more sophisticated, a reservation at Lio Night Club will give you a front-row seat to some incredible cabaret performances, or for a low-key night on your Ibiza yacht charter, take the tender to Amante Beach Club.

10. Go on an island-hopping & beach club tour of Menorca and Formentera 

The beauty of a Balearic Islands yacht charter is the ease at which you can explore the wider cruising ground, such as the many quiet bays around Menorca and Formentera, many of which are only accessible by yacht.

Your castaway dreams come to life at Espalmador, Ses Illetes and Cala Saona, idyllic islets best reached by tender. For a more social interlude, spend the afternoon stretched on a daybed at Beso Beach , set within the protected Ses Salines nature reserve. For a truly elevated experience, dine at the Juan y Andrea or head to Gecko Hotel & Beach Club, where Formentera’s barefoot charm meets refined luxury.

Alternatively, simply enjoy the sanctuary of your yacht as you cruise through the lesser-visited regions of the Balearics, without so much as a worry in the world.

As one of the most beautiful and culturally diverse destinations in the Mediterranean, with the perfect balance of curated luxury and natural wonders, the Balearic Islands are quite simply a yacht lover’s dream.

Speak to your yacht broker about booking a luxury Balearic Islands yacht charter today.