Cala Mondragó
A twin cove in Mondragó Natural Park, with white sand, pines and clear shallow water. It is one of Majorca's most popular coves (calas).
Majorca's southeast coast is dotted with small coves known as calas, and Cala Mondragó is the most representative of them. It lies in Mondragó Natural Park near Santanyí. The park protects dunes, pine forest, scrubland and wetlands. The coastline has two adjoining main beaches, s'Amarador and Font de n'Alis (the narrower sense of Cala Mondragó), linked by a coastal path about 10 minutes' walk. The water is clear and calm, shading from emerald green to deep blue, which suits children for swimming and snorkeling. Small fish are visible along the rocky shore. In summer there are beach chair rentals and a snack bar, but the place keeps its natural character overall. The park has several loop trails that run along the cliffs to smaller coves nearby. Note: in July and August the car park can fill before 10 am, so arrive early or come in the evening. There is little shade on the beach, so bring sun protection. Take your rubbish with you and avoid damaging the dunes. Nearby Cala Llombards and Caló des Moro are also lovely, though the latter is extremely crowded. Getting there: it's about an hour's drive from Palma, with paid parking. In summer TIB buses run from Santanyí and other towns.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Caló des Moro
- Es Trenc
- Caves of Drach
- Caves of Hams
- Cabrera Archipelago National Park
- Caves of Artà
- Capdepera Castle
- S'Albufera Natural Park