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Cabrera is a popular excursion destination from Mallorca. From Colonia Sant Jordi, regular boat trips can be taken there – and contrary to my expectations, the tour to Cabrera was a complete success even in high summer. <\/p>\n\n

Tips: <\/strong>\u279c S pend the night in the nature reserve on Cabrera<\/a>\u279c Day trip from Palma to Cabrera*<\/a>\u279c Boat trip from Colonia Sant Jordi to Cabrera<\/a><\/p>\n\n

Cabrera: Popular excursion from Mallorca<\/h2>\n\n

Cabrera is part of an offshore archipelago south of Mallorca and also belongs to the Balearic Islands. At the same time, the island of Cabrera is a nature reserve<\/b>. And a popular destination for excursions from Mallorca! So the chances seemed high to be overrun by crowds of tourists. <\/p>\n\n

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The island of Cabrera can be reached from Colonia Sant Jordi by various boat trips<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

By boat to Cabrera<\/h2>\n\n

In the high season there are several trips daily. Our tour was the only one that day that still had seats available. It takes just under three quarters of an hour to drive from Colonia Sant Jordi<\/b> in the southeast of Mallorca to Cabrera. Although we were already sitting in the larger of the two types of boats on offer (50 seats instead of just 12), the ride was damp and bumpy, but just right for a breath of really fresh sea air. <\/p>\n\n

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The small pier on Cabrera<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Colonia Sant Jordi is located in the beautiful southeast of Mallorca, with many beautiful beaches all around. The dream beach Es Trenc<\/a>, for example, is right next door. Situated directly on the coast, Colonia Sant Jordi is a small and tranquil old fishing village with everything you need for a relaxing Mallorca vacation. So if you’re still looking for a great vacation spot, I highly recommend checking out accommodations there! <\/p>\n\n

\u279c Find hotels in Colonia Sant Jordi<\/a>*<\/p>\n\n

(Almost) untouched nature on Cabrera<\/h2>\n\n

Arrived on the island: Astonishment. Where were all the crowds? Slowly we entered the secluded natural harbor of Cabrera. Some sailboats were lying there in the calm water, a few people were sunbathing on the small beach and otherwise: silence, silence, silence! <\/p>\n\n

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View from the fortress of Cabrera<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

Activities on Cabrera: Hiking to the Mirador de Cabrera<\/h2>\n\n

If you come to Cabrera<\/b> by excursion boat for a day trip, you have a few hours to explore the island on the longer tour. Some parts of the island of Cabrera are not open to the public, so you move with the other fellow travelers on the same trails – but you spread out relatively well on the island. For a grand view, you can hike up the fortress (Castillo de Cabrera)<\/b> – and at 35 degrees in the midday sun, that’s more athletic than it sounds. <\/p>\n\n

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The fortress of Cabrera can be seen from afar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n
\"Cabrera<\/figure>\n\n

You can find lots more tips for your trip to Mallorca on my Mallorca blog<\/a> <\/p>\n\n

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Those who come with their own boat may anchor only in the bay. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

The Mirador de Cabrera<\/h2>\n\n

From the observation tower of the fortress, the Mirador de Cabrera<\/strong>, you have the perfect view over the island and the turquoise sea. On the way back stop at the island bar<\/b>, then swim in the clear windless water and enjoy the pure nature around you: If you can not relax on Cabrera, it’s your own fault! <\/p>\n\n

\"Mirador<\/figure>\n\n
\"Cabrera<\/figure>\n\n

At sunset: The blue grotto in Cabrera<\/h2>\n\n

The excursion usually includes a stop at the blue grotto<\/b>, depending on the weather conditions – this is only possible when the sea is calm. And the name… I wonder where it comes from? The water is just so incredibly deep blue that it wants to suck you in. <\/p>\n\n

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At sunset it shines warmly into the Blue Grotto<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

All excursion boats stop here for swimming and snorkeling. Due to the water depth, however, this is only something for swimmers. With luck you will even meet curious rays! If you have booked the afternoon tour, you get a romantic sunset on top! <\/p>\n\n

Tip: <\/strong>If you are not staying near Colonia Sant Jordi or are traveling by rental car, it is a bit more complicated to organize a trip to Cabrera on your own. But there are tour operators who offer complete trips to Cabrera with arrival in Colonia Sant Jordi and still stops at the beaches nearby! <\/p>\n\n

\u279c Day tour from Palma with boat trip to Cabrera<\/a>*<\/p>\n\n

Things to know about the island of Cabrera<\/h2>\n\n

A few random facts<\/b> about Cabrera:<\/p>\n\n