Walking in Menorca Tour

Menorca offers a wonderful variety of terrain for walking, which is both diverse and exceptionally scenic. Our resident guide, Javier Mendez, who, in addition to his skills as a walking guide, offers an expert insight into the exceptional nature and wildlife of this beautiful island.  The trails followed will encounter a wide mix of the beauty Menorca offers; stunning beaches, centuries old forests, coastal wetlands, fishing villages, a national park, and at the same time a little of the island’s history.  The walks range from 6-11 kms.

ITINERARY

2026 Itinerary

Day 1: Fly from London Gatwick to Mahon, Menorca.
Transfer to the very comfortable Port Ciutadella Hotel. Welcome dinner in a local restaurant.

Day 2: El Pilar – Algaiarens.
Today's walk takes us through one of the wildest areas of the north of the island, giving us the opportunity to discover a more rural Menorca, with its variety of landscapes and the spectacular nature of its forests. It is a walk that alternates between coast and interior but always an exuberant nature; we will discover red sand beaches, centuries-old oaks forests and cow pastures with vulture roosts.

Day 3: Santo Tomas – Cala Galdana.
The limestone rock that forms the southern half of Menorca has been moulded over the years by small rivers that have crossed the island from north to south forming spectacular ravines that flow into spectacular beaches on the south coast. Today’s route will take us into some of these ravines, showing us the bowels of the island, its vertical walls and its wildlife in a winding route with a start and finish at the spectacular beaches of Binigaus and Cala Mitjana. Evening dinner at the hotel. 

Day 4: Favàritx – Es Grau.
The walk starts at Favàritx lighthouse, at the north of the Es Grau Natural Park, one of the most magical and enigmatic places on the island. The walk follows the east coast, passing through the only natural park of the island, to the small fishing town of Es Grau. Along the way we’ll discover small beaches, coastal wetlands, a spectacular endemic flora, defence towers that tell us about the stormy past of the island, and the Es Grau lagoon, the largest wetland of Menorca.  Accompanying us will be the majestic presence of the Mediterranean Sea and some splendid views of the east coast of the island.

Day 5: Day at leisure.

Day 6: Cala Galdana – Son Saura
The south coast of Menorca is characterized by white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. Today’s route will encounter some of the most spectacular beaches of the island with a gentle walk that follows the Menorcan south coast, where pine forests are interspersed with small but beautiful beaches, which have become known as the 'Menorcan Caribbean'. Macarella, Macarelleta, Turqueta, Es Talaier and Son Saura beaches will transport us to a Menorca totally different from what we had seen so far. Evening dinner at the hotel. 

Day 7: Cala Tirant – Binimal·là. 
Our walk today takes us from the beautiful beach of Cala Tirant to the no less surprising one of Binimal·là on the north coast of Menorca, which will amaze us with its beauty. This part of the island is characterized by the beauty of its beaches, its geological wealth and its contrast of colours. A walk for the senses on a coastal path that leaves no one indifferent.

Day 8: Departure
Transfer to Mahon Airport for the return flight to London Gatwick.

NB: Exact order of excursions may vary according to local conditions and  the guides discretion.

Please note the maximum group size on this tour is 15 passengers. 

2027 Itinerary

Day 1: Fly from London Gatwick to Mahon, Menorca
Transfer to the Port Mahon Hotel, Mahon.

Day 2: Favàritx – Es Grau
Today’s walk starts at Favàritx lighthouse, at the north of the Es Grau Natural Park, one of the most magical and enigmatic places on the island. The trail takes us along the east coast of the only natural park of the island, to the small fishing town of Es Grau. Along the way we’ll discover small beaches, coastal wetlands, defence towers that relate the stormy past of the island, and the largest wetland of Menorca, core of the Biosphere Reserve, the Es Grau lagoon. Accompanying us throughout will be the majestic presence of the Mediterranean Sea and some splendid views of the east coast of the island.
Distance: 9.83kms (6.11 miles) | Difficulty: average

Day 3: Torre den Galmés – Cala En Porter
Menorca was declared a Unesco World Heritage Site because its exceptional legacy of the Talayotic culture. Torre den Galmes is the largest site on the island and the best representation of this unique culture of Menorca and Mallorca. Our walk today will start with a visit to this amazing place. From here we will walk through the most characteristic spot of the south of the island, an extraordinary ravine known as the Cala En Porter ravine, a refuge for hundreds of fruit tree orchards and a reflection of the most authentic and rural side of Menorca. We will end the day with the opportunity for a swim at the beach of the same name.
Distance: 6.2kms (3.85 miles) | Difficulty: easy

Day 4: El Pilar – Algaiarens.
Today's walk takes us through one of the wildest areas of the north of the island, giving us the opportunity to discover a more rural Menorca, the variety of landscapes and the spectacular nature of its forests. It is a walk that alternates between coast and interior but always an exuberant nature; we will discover red sand beaches, centuries-old oaks forests and cow pastures with vulture roosts.
Distance: 10.22kms (6.35 miles) | Difficulty: Easy

Day 5: Day at leisure

Day 6: Cala Turqueta – Cala Galdana
The south coast of Menorca is characterized by white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. Today’s route ensures we discover some of the most spectacular beaches of the island via a gentle walk along the Menorcan south coast, where the pine forests are interspersed with small beautiful beaches known as Menorcan Caribbean. Macarella, Macarelleta, Turqueta or Cala Galdana beaches will transport us to a Menorca totally different from what we had seen so far.
Distance: 6.4 kms (4 miles) | Difficulty: Average

Day 7: Cavalleria – Binimal·là
From the amazing and historic natural harbour of Sa Nitja to the beautiful beach of Binimal·là. The north coast of Menorca will surprise with its beauty and tranquillity. This part of the island is characterized by its beaches, geological wealth and contrast in colours. A walk for the senses on a coastal path that leaves no one indifferent.
Distance: 8kms (4.97 miles) | Difficulty: Average

Day 8: Departure
Transfer to Mahon Airport for the return flight to London Gatwick.

INCLUDED 

• Return flights with Easyjet from London Gatwick to Mahón, Menorca
• Seven nights’ accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at the four-star Senator Port Mahon Hotel, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room
• One dinners and five picnic lunches
• Transfers and full touring itinerary as detailed
• Local guide/tour manager throughout

NOT INCLUDED

• Double room for sole use supplement - £450 
• Sea view supplement
• Holiday insurance
• Meals other than those stated
• Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls
• Porterage and gratuities

HOTELS

2026: Port Ciutadella Hotel 
The Port Ciutadella Hotel occupies a fantastic sea side location, just a 10-minute walk from Ciutadella’s historic quarter, where plenty of shops, tapas restaurants, cafes and bars can be found.  This stylish hotel features an outdoor pool, an on-site spa with indoor swimming pool, steam baths and a sauna, a buffet restaurant and a lobby bar.  Rooms at the hotel are bright and spacious and include en-suite bathrooms, telephone, air-conditioning, TV, mini bar, rental safety deposit box and Wi-Fi. 
Hotel Port Ciutadella Website

2027: Senator Port Mahon Hotel
Located in a peaceful residential area above the natural harbour of Mahón, the 4‑star Senator Port Mahón Hotel offers a superb vantage point just a short stroll from the town centre and marina. Housed in an elegant colonial‑style building that blends classic character with contemporary comfort, the hotel exudes a relaxed, refined atmosphere throughout. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool with sun terrace, as well as a stylish restaurant and bar with a terrace overlooking the harbour, perfect for enjoying the views. Guest rooms are bright and feature modern amenities such as air conditioning, minibar, television, tea and coffee‑making facilities.
Senator Port Mahon Hotel Website 

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YOUR EXPERT GUIDE

Javier Méndez

Your guide for this tour is a professional ornithologist and naturalist. Javier is a co-founder of Menorca Ornithologist Society and a member of Menorca Research Institute.

He was born and bred in Menorca and knows the island intimately. He has been a keen birdwatcher and nature lover all his life and  has done many studies on Menorcan birds and wildlife.

Javier speaks good English and has a natural and infectious enthusiasm for birds, the unique wildlife of Menorca and the islands wonderful nature. He has been guiding groups of birdwatchers, walkers and nature enthusiasts on the island since 2001.