Sports and leisure activities Balearic Islands

Budget & Tips

The Balearic Islands are the ideal location for a wide range of water sports, including kayaking, sailing, paddle surfing, kitesurfing and scuba diving. Each of the islands abounds in little-exploited sites. For those wishing to discover the Balearic Islands in a different, quieter way, it's worth pointing out that these sports can be enjoyed in summer as well as winter, ideally from September-October, after the last wave of tourist departures. The archipelago's incredible climate and natural setting are ideal for golf all year round, attracting thousands of golf enthusiasts from all over the world. Also worth considering are hiking trips, particularly in the Tramuntana mountain range (Mallorca), whether on foot, by bike or even on horseback.

For disabled travellers visiting Menorca, we recommend contacting the Menorca para Todos (Menorca for All) association. This organization offers a wide range of sporting and cultural excursions adapted to people with reduced mobility. Further information at www.menorcaparatodos.org.

To be booked

If you want to take part in activities requiring special logistics (boat or horse trips, for example), or even mount your own expedition in conjunction with professionals, you'll need to plan ahead... and accept that plans may change at the last minute, as the weather can sometimes put a few obstacles in the path of the bravest.

Main events

The inhabitants of the Balearic Islands are generally quite sporty, at least judging by the number of events that take place throughout the year: marathons, triathlons, bike races, motorcycle rallies, regattas, swimming trips... To find out about the Balearic Islands' sports calendar, visit the website www.illesbalears.travel.