Ports · 7 min
Palma, Port Adriano, Port Portals or Porto Cristo: which port should you sail from?
Choosing a departure port isn't a small detail: it determines which coves you can comfortably visit in a day, how the sea typically behaves in that stretch of coast, and how long it takes to get there from where you're staying. We run our fleet from four ports in Mallorca, each with a distinct stretch of coastline — here's what each one offers.
Palma: the most versatile, with the largest fleet
Palma is our port with the widest range of boats available, in every size. From here it's a short sail to the bay and to Illetes, and it's the most practical starting point if you're staying in the city itself or flying in (the airport is under 20 minutes away by car).
It's also the port that pairs best with half-day plans: the nearby waters are sheltered almost all year round, ideal if you're travelling with children or it's your first time on a boat.
Port Adriano: a direct line to the unspoilt southwest
Located in Calvià, Port Adriano is the fastest gateway to the southwest coast: Cala Blanca, Cala Egos and, on a full-day trip, the protected island of Sa Dragonera. It's the natural choice if you're after quieter, more secluded coves than those near Palma bay.
It's also the most logical departure point if your plan includes a sunset cruise, since this whole stretch of coast faces west.
Port Portals: exclusivity close to Palma
Port Portals combines proximity to Palma (10-15 minutes by car) with a somewhat more exclusive, less crowded atmosphere in the marina itself. The nearby coast gives quick access to Illetes and El Toro, so in practice it covers a similar area to Palma with a calmer departure.
Porto Cristo: the east coast, postcard coves
Porto Cristo is the only one of our ports on the east coast, giving direct access to the Mondragó Natural Park and Cala Varques — among the most photographed coves on the island, with white sand and shallow water.
It's the best choice if you're staying around Manacor, Felanitx or the Levante area in general, saving you the drive to Palma. That said, facing east, it isn't the port to pick if a sunset at sea is the point of the day.
Not sure which one to pick?
The quickest way to decide is to start from where you're staying and what kind of coastline appeals to you most: cliffs and secluded coves (Port Adriano), calm water with easy access from the city (Palma or Port Portals), or white sand beaches in a protected setting (Porto Cristo). You can browse the fleet available at each port directly from our port-by-port pages.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I change departure port on the same day?+
No — each boat has its home port, and the charter departs from and returns to that same port. If you're torn between two areas, let us know and we'll help you choose based on where you're staying and what you want to see.
Which port is best if it's my first time chartering a boat?+
Palma or Port Portals, thanks to their proximity to sheltered water and easy access. They're also the ports with the most half-day availability.
Which port is best for a sunset cruise?+
Port Adriano or Palma, since the southwest coast faces west. Porto Cristo, on the east coast, isn't the right choice for this particular plan.