Sunset hike from Port d'Andratx to Sant Elm via Cap Vermell
A guided adults-only hike over Cap Vermell with views of the s'Arracó valley and Dragonera, with picnic snacks and wine at sunset.
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Andratx
Also known as Andrach
A sheltered harbour at the island’s western tip and, offshore, the silhouette of Sa Dragonera.
- Things to do
- 14 in town · 9 nearby
- Best time
- Wednesday morning, market day
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Things to do in Andratx
Sa Dragonera, about 4 km long and uninhabited, has been a natural park since 1995 and is home to a lizard found nowhere else. According to local history, James I first came ashore on the islet of Pantaleu in 1229. In the town, the church of Santa Maria served as a refuge during pirate raids.
Sunset boat tour with pizza and snorkelling: Port d'Andratx and Sa Dragonera
About 3.5 h along the Andratx coast with handmade pizza, a drink, a 40-minute snorkel stop and the sunset; 49 EUR per person.
Closed on Mondays according to Google
Boat from Port d'Andratx to Sa Dragonera and Sant Elm (6 h) with park entry
A 6-hour day with about 2.5 h on Sa Dragonera, 1.5 h in Sant Elm, natural park entry included and an optional lunch; from 39 EUR.
Closed on Mondays according to Google
Discover scuba diving in Port d'Andratx
A trial dive of about 4 hours in Port d'Andratx with a long-established local centre, aimed at beginners and German-speaking visitors.
18-hole golf at Golf de Andratx
18-hole course in Camp de Mar with four par 5s and seven lakes, open 8:00 to 18:00; tee times through the club's online portal.
Private sailing along the Andratx coast with a local skipper (half or full day)
The sailboat "Idefix" from Port d'Andratx with a Mallorcan skipper: south-west coves, snorkelling, paddleboarding, tapas and drinks; half day, full day or sunset.
Guided circular hike from Sant Elm to La Trapa Monastery
A guided walk of about 4 hours from Sant Elm to La Trapa monastery, with Mediterranean views and groups of up to 10.
Guided sunset kayak trip with picnic from Sant Elm
A guided kayak trip from Sant Elm at sunset, with a swim or snorkel and a picnic in a cove, in small groups.
Guided kayak trip from Sant Elm to Cala en Tió with sea caves
A roughly 3-hour kayak trip from Sant Elm along cliffs and sea caves to Cala en Tió, with swimming and snorkelling.
Kayak and hiking trip to Dragonera island from Sant Elm
A kayak crossing from Sant Elm to Dragonera, a walk on the island and time to swim or snorkel.
Quad tour through the south-west Tramuntana from Sant Elm
A roughly 2-hour quad ride through the south-west Tramuntana, with a maximum of 5 riders and tailored routes.
Consell de Mallorca – Pedra en Sec i Senderisme
GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm
First stage of the Dry Stone Route: 9.2 km and 3 h 20 min, rated easy, between Port d'Andratx and Sant Elm.
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Boat to Sa Dragonera from Sant Elm
Short crossing from the Sant Elm pier to the Sa Dragonera natural park, around 15 minutes.
Closed on Mondays according to Google
German-guided hike on Dragonera island
German-guided outing to Sa Dragonera nature park, the long island off Sant Elm, in a small group at a relaxed, easy pace.
Coves and beaches in Andratx
Andratx on the map
The stamp marks the town; the dots are the experiences in and around it, coloured by category.
In Andratx
- Sunset hike from Port d'Andratx to Sant Elm via Cap Vermell4.3 km
- Sunset boat tour with pizza and snorkelling: Port d'Andratx and Sa Dragonera4.3 km
- Boat from Port d'Andratx to Sa Dragonera and Sant Elm (6 h) with park entry4.3 km
- Discover scuba diving in Port d'Andratx4.4 km
- 18-hole golf at Golf de Andratx4.4 km
- Private sailing along the Andratx coast with a local skipper (half or full day)4.6 km
- Guided circular hike from Sant Elm to La Trapa Monastery5.9 km
- Guided sunset kayak trip with picnic from Sant Elm5.9 km
Around
- Private e-MTB ride in the Tramuntana from Castell Son Claret4.2 km
- MTB and e-MTB holidays and tours with Husky Rides4.2 km
- Dolphin watching on an underwater catamaran from Paguera (Cruise Cormoran)4.6 km
- Formula-style three-wheeled car tour from Peguera5.0 km
- 3-hour quad tour from Peguera5.0 km
- 4-5 hour trike tour along the south-west coast and the Tramuntana from Paguera5.0 km
When to visit Andratx, and tips
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When to go
On Wednesday mornings there is a market in front of the church. On 29 June, for Sant Pere, boats set out in a sea procession at Port d’Andratx.
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A local tip
Sa Dragonera can only be reached by boat: the shortest crossing leaves from Sant Elm. Book ahead, as places are limited.
Quick facts
- Sa Dragonera
- Natural park since 1995
- Market
- Wednesday morning
- Sant Pere
- 29 June, boat procession
Live agenda
Upcoming events in Andratx
Activities from the municipal agenda and official local holidays, taken from public sources. Before you go, check the date and time on each event’s own page.
Official local holidays
Public holidays in the municipality according to the official labour calendar.
Data: Govern de les Illes Balears, general and local labour calendar (open data, CC BY 4.0) (opens in a new tab) · checked on 23 October 2026.
Where to stay in Andratx
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Near Andratx
Within 12 km as the crow flies, nearest first.
Private e-MTB ride in the Tramuntana from Castell Son Claret
Private 3 to 4 hour e-MTB outing with guide and equipment included, for beginner and intermediate riders, with bike delivery at the hotel.
MTB and e-MTB holidays and tours with Husky Rides
Mountain bike tours on Husqvarna e-bikes from Es Capdellà in the south-west Tramuntana; no price appeared in the results.
Closed on Mondays, Saturdays and Sundays according to Google
Cruise Cormoran (Cormoran Boats)
Dolphin watching on an underwater catamaran from Paguera (Cruise Cormoran)
Two hours along the south-west coast on a catamaran with underwater viewing, a swim stop and a bar on board.
Formula-style three-wheeled car tour from Peguera
Guided drives of 2 to 4 hours in a two-seater three-wheeled car along the Calvià and Andratx coast and into the Tramuntana.
3-hour quad tour from Peguera
A roughly 3-hour tour on 550 cc 4x4 quads starting in Peguera, with a safety briefing, helmet and water.
4-5 hour trike tour along the south-west coast and the Tramuntana from Paguera
Guided trike tours of about 130 km (EUR 158 per trike, up to three people) via Palma, Sóller, Deià or Andratx, with fuel, helmet and cold drinks.
In the rankings
- Guided circular hike from Sant Elm to La Trapa Monastery: no. 3 in “Nature & hiking”
- Private sailing along the Andratx coast with a local skipper (half or full day): no. 4 in “Boat trips”
- Sunset hike from Port d'Andratx to Sant Elm via Cap Vermell: no. 5 in “Nature & hiking”
- Private sailing along the Andratx coast with a local skipper (half or full day): no. 8 in “At sunset”
- Discover scuba diving in Port d'Andratx: no. 10 in “Water activities”
- Private sailing along the Andratx coast with a local skipper (half or full day): no. 10 in “With kids”
What to do around here
Ways to explore Andratx
Comparisons built from the experiences in and around Andratx.
Nearby towns
- Calvià8.3 km
- Estellencs10 km
- Puigpunyent11 km
- Banyalbufar15 km
- Esporles17 km
- Palma20 km
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What is there to see and do in Andratx?
Sa Dragonera, about 4 km long and uninhabited, has been a natural park since 1995 and is home to a lizard found nowhere else. According to local history, James I first came ashore on the islet of Pantaleu in 1229. In the town, the church of Santa Maria served as a refuge during pirate raids. Atlas de Mallorca lists 14 experiences in town and 9 nearby: Sunset hike from Port d'Andratx to Sant Elm via Cap Vermell, Sunset boat tour with pizza and snorkelling: Port d'Andratx and Sa Dragonera, Boat from Port d'Andratx to Sa Dragonera and Sant Elm (6 h) with park entry, Discover scuba diving in Port d'Andratx, 18-hole golf at Golf de Andratx, Private sailing along the Andratx coast with a local skipper (half or full day).
When is the best time to visit Andratx?
On Wednesday mornings there is a market in front of the church. On 29 June, for Sant Pere, boats set out in a sea procession at Port d’Andratx.
Any practical tips for visiting Andratx?
Sa Dragonera can only be reached by boat: the shortest crossing leaves from Sant Elm. Book ahead, as places are limited.
Sources
Our own text, based on these sources consulted on 2026-10-23. Dates, opening times and bus lines change: check them before you go.