Duration
4 hours
Best Time
Any time
Price
Free
Walking
Minimal walking
About Cala Varques
Cala Varques is the cove that Mallorcans send you to when they trust you. There is no road access, the 20-minute walk through scrubland keeps the crowds manageable, there are no facilities at all, and the water is turquoise in a way that makes you check if someone has added dye. The cove is enclosed by low cliffs with some shade under the trees. Snorkelling is excellent on the rocky sides. Bring everything you need (water, food, shade, towel). Park on the road between Porto Cristo and Cales de Mallorca (informal roadside parking, follow the footpath). This is as close to a private cove as you will get without a boat.
Insider Tips
No road access: park on the roadside between Porto Cristo and Cales de Mallorca, walk 20 minutes through scrubland on a marked path. Bring everything (water, food, shade, towel). No facilities at all. Go before 10 AM or after 3 PM for fewer people. Snorkelling gear is essential, the rocky edges have excellent marine life. Not ideal for small children (rocky entry in places).
Getting There
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 4 hours.
Cala Varques is in the Southeast neighborhood of Mallorca. The address is Cala Varques, Spain. The area is well-served by metro.
Yes, entry is free. There may be optional paid exhibits or activities, but the main experience costs nothing.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
