Sa Dragonera
A natural park on an uninhabited island shaped like a reclining dragon, reached by boat in 15 minutes, with hiking to an old lighthouse on the cliffs.
Sa Dragonera lies offshore at the western tip of Mallorca. About 4 km long, it takes its name from its outline, which resembles a reclining dragon, and it has been a natural park since 1995. The island is home to many Balearic wall lizards and seabirds. Ferries from the small fishing port of Sant Elm take about 15–20 minutes to reach the island, operating roughly April to October, at about 15–20 euros return. The island has several hiking routes. The most popular is the climb to the old Na Popi lighthouse at about 350 meters above sea level, or the walk to the Llebeig lighthouse at the southern end, about 1–1.5 hours one way. There are no shops on the island, so bring your own water.
Opening hours
Ferry runs daily approx. Apr–Oct; fewer sailings in winter
Nearby sights
- Port d'Andratx
- Fundació Pilar i Joan Miró a Mallorca
- Bellver Castle
- Es Baluard Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
- La Llotja de Palma
- Royal Palace of La Almudaina
- Palma Cathedral (La Seu)
- Valldemossa