Town · Menorca
Es Mercadal
At the foot of Monte Toro
Island
Menorca
Things to do
5
Categories
Ver · Comer · Excursiones
Duration ideal
1 day
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Boat & beach4 hHalf-day boat tour along the south coast of Menorca
Sail out of Cala Galdana and cruise the south coast's most photographed coves: Macarella, Turqueta and Es Talaier. Two swim stops with snorkelling gear included.
- Three swim stops in southern coves
- Snorkelling gear provided
- Small groups (max 12 people)
Boat & beach5 hSouthern catamaran: Cala Galdana, Macarella and Turqueta
A full day sailing the entire south coast on a spacious catamaran. Lunch is served on board, with two anchor stops long enough for a proper swim in each cove.
- Two long swim stops with snorkelling
- Lunch and unlimited soft drinks on board
- Departure from Cala en Bosc
Adventure3 hKayaking and sea caves on the north coast (Fornells)
Paddle out of the sheltered Fornells bay along a coastline of red cliffs and sea caves you can only reach by kayak. Every tour includes a snorkelling stop over a Posidonia meadow.
- Stable double kayaks (beginners welcome)
- Snorkelling stop with gear included
- English-speaking guide
Boat & beach8 hFull-day private sailing around Menorca with lunch
Charter a semi-private sailing yacht for the day and follow the wind between three or four southern coves. Lunch, drinks and snorkelling gear all included.
- Semi-private sailing yacht (max 8 guests)
- Three cove stops chosen with the skipper
- Full lunch, wine and beer on board
Culture2 hCiutadella at sunset with the historic harbour
Follow a local historian through Ciutadella's palace-lined lanes, Gothic cathedral and 17th-century harbour just as the light turns golden. Ends with a glass of pomada at a family bar.
- Local English-speaking historian
- Small groups (max 15)
- Glass of pomada included at the end
Food & wine4 hFood trail: Mahón cheese and Xoriguer gin
A hands-on introduction to Menorca's two edible icons: PDO Mahón cheese at an artisan dairy and Xoriguer gin at the family distillery that has been running since 1784.
- Guided cheese-cellar visit and tasting
- Xoriguer gin distillery and free tasting
- Pomada cocktail at the end
Nature4 hCamí de Cavalls hike along the southern cliffs
Walk a hand-picked stretch of the Camí de Cavalls between Cala Galdana and Cala Macarella with a certified local guide. Time for a swim built into every tour.
- Certified local hiking guide
- Snacks, water and safety kit provided
- Swim stop in a protected cove
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Local guide
Only-a-local know-how
Sube al Monte Toro por la mañana (menos calima) y come en Ca N'Aguedet. Buen punto de partida para conducir hacia las calas del norte.
Getting there
En el centro geográfico · 20 min de ambas capitales
Parking
Zona azul en el pueblo · gratuito Monte Toro
Best time to go
Mañana temprano para subir al Monte Toro sin calima
What to do
See, eat, beach and excursions
- Monte Toro sanctuary (358 m)
- Sweeping views over the island
- Ca N'Aguedet — Menorcan cooking
- Cheese tasting trail
- Guided Monte Toro hike
Mini itinerary
A perfect day in Es Mercadal
09:00
Start early
Monte Toro sanctuary (358 m) sin agobios de gente. Café en la plaza principal antes o después.
11:00
Guided excursion
Cheese tasting trail. Reserva con antelación en temporada alta.
14:00
Local lunch
Ca N'Aguedet — Menorcan cooking. Sobremesa sin prisa — en las islas se come tarde.
17:00
Second stroll
Sweeping views over the island. Buena hora para foto sin sol duro.
20:30
Dinner and evening
Cena tarde (21–22h). Reserva especialmente jueves a sábado.
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