10 Best Activities in Menorca

If you are preparing a trip to Menorca and the only plan you have prepared is to go from the hotel to the beach, let me tell you that this article is perfect for you. There are a lot of interesting things to do on a holiday on this wonderful island and, luckily, I've put them together in a practical guide with everything you need to know.

From boat trips and snorkelling and paddle surfing experiences to visits to dreamy villages: Here are 10 great things to do on your holiday in Menorca so you'll never forget this trip.

Taking a boat trip along the south coast of Menorca will make you have a great time visiting some of the most beautiful coves of the island:

• Cala Turqueta
• Macarella Cove
• Mitjana Cove
• Trebaluger Cove

You'll drop anchor at one of the beaches visited during the experience and you can choose how to spend your time: swimming, sunbathing, snorkelling to discover the marine life in motion or just staying on the boat watching the seabed through the glass floor while you have a drink. In this article about the best boat trips in Menorca I tell you about the best options.

Sailing on a catamaran is, without a doubt, one of the most exclusive and relaxing experiences you can book if you are thinking of taking a boat trip around the island.

Menorca offers a spectacular view from the sea: coves with crystal clear water, rock bridges set in the sea and cliffs where the waves break. From this sunset boat trip along the southwest coast of Menorca you can admire the beauty of the island in its purest form and end the day in the best possible way: watching the sunset over the waves.

During the route, you will pass through:

• Pont D'en Gil
• a natural rock bridge,
• Cap d'Artrutx lighthouse, of which you will be able to take some beautiful photos in the orange light of the sunset.

Read more information to enjoy these catamaran trips in Menorca.

This is a half-day kayaking excursion through the coves of Menorca, where you will also discover sea caves and see what is hidden between the cliffs that are impossible to reach in any other way.

This is an experience that will put you in contact with nature, with a bit of adrenaline but also relaxing, listening to the sound of the waves and smelling the sea breeze while sailing in the kayak. At the end of the route, you will stop at a beach to rest with a drink and snack included in the price.

Sounds good, doesn't it? If you've already convinced yourself that a kayak tour in the waters of Menorca will be one of the highlights of your holiday, you can find more information here: kayak tours in Menorca.

The waters of Menorca are a magical blue, and its marine flora and fauna are spectacular, so I recommend you take this little adventure with a dive in the waters of the island.

You will be able to see live marine animals and plants that until now you have only been able to see in documentaries. A real wonder not to be missed.

If kayaking to a secret cove, riding a paddle surf board and discovering the life on the sea surface by snorkelling sounds good to you, renting a paddle surf will give you an unforgettable time on your trip to Menorca.

Perfect for nature lovers and if you especially like experiences that respect the environment and allow you to do some physical activity during your holiday, you will also enjoy a relaxing time on a beach with a soft drink or water.

By the way, due to its short duration this experience is perfect if you are only going to be in Menorca for a short time or if you are going with your family with teenagers.

The historical tour of Binissuès begins with a visit to the Binissuès Ethnological Museum, where you can see archaeological remains and objects such as utensils and tools, as well as elements of rural Menorcan life that have been preserved over the centuries. You will also see a typical peasant house and a 19th century manor house, to see for yourself what life was like in Menorca more than two hundred years ago.

You will also visit the Natural Science Museum of Menorca where you will find both native species and those from the rest of the world, with specimens of:

• butterflies
• spiders
• reptiles
• surprisingly large and rare insects

And finally, as the most interesting part of this experience, you will visit a farm where you will learn how to make the typical products of Menorca, such as Mahon cheese, as well as baking bread, milking cows and growing wheat. A very nice and interesting activity to do with the whole family.

Head for Cala Tosqueta and the cliffs of La Mola on this adrenaline-filled, speedy jet ski experience. Passing Punta Pentinat, a rocky spit of land northwest of Fornells from where you can observe the sea, you will stop at Macar de Sa Llosa, a wonderful natural environment by the sea to rest and have a refreshment.

On your way back to Fornells you will pass by sea caves and inaccessible coves where you can marvel for a few seconds if the speed of the jet ski allows you to do so.

This experience combines a Jeep tour of Menorca with a visit to a private ranch in the north of the island, at the Cabo de Caballería, where you can see animals and have an aperitif with drinks. At the cape you will be able to see the Faro de Caballería lighthouse in the middle of nature, from where you will have incredible views of the sea stretching to the horizon.

For me, the most interesting thing about doing one of these Jeep tours in Menorca is discovering some of the wonderful surroundings you can find in the interior of the island, and I think it is an essential activity to combine with a boat trip to discover the true beauty of the jewel of the Balearics.

One of the most fashionable places in Menorca is Cova d'en Xoroi. It is a series of caves on a beautiful cliff by the sea, where you will find several terraces and viewpoints where you can enjoy breathtaking views during the day, at sunset or at night.

During the summer, Cova d'en Xoroi is a very lively place with parties, live music and an open-air bar . A great plan is to spend the afternoon in Cala en Porter, near the caves, and then go to finish the day in the caves.

To go to Cova d'en Xoroi, I recommend you book a table on the terrace on their official website to ensure you have the perfect spot to watch the last light of the day over the sea.

If there is a village that shines with its own light in Minorca, it is Binibèquer: located in the south of this Balearic jewel, its white-walled housesare a canvas on which the sun paints a varied palette of colours throughout the day.

It is truly a very special place to get lost in and record images in your head that seem to have come out of a postcard. This beautiful village is the quintessential Mediterranean village, where you can breathe in the tranquillity of the sea breeze and the views of the coastline have a captivating charm.

If you are staying in or visiting Mahón, I recommend that you set aside some time to visit Binibèquer, as it is only 10 kilometres away from the capital of Menorca. You can also plan a full day trip to the village, as following the paths that lead from it you can reach some very beautiful coves and beaches such as Biniparratx, Binisafuller or Binidalí.

If you have some free days on the island and want to experience other activities, I recommend you:

• Horse riding in Menorca - from RM408

This option is a different way of touring the island through natural and quiet trails. A private excursion, ideal to do with family or friends and lasting around 1 hour and a half, you'll explore the Camí de Cavalls, an inland route to Cala Mitjana and in summer, you'll reach a beautiful viewpoint.

• Stargazing tour in Menorca - from RM147

In this impressive experience you can enjoy two hours of stargazing and constellation watching at Playa de Algaiarens, in La Vall. Groups are limited to 15 people, which will allow you to appreciate the spectacle of the Menorcan sky, far from light pollution, with time and tranquillity. To observe the celestial bodies and other astronomical phenomena you can use binoculars and telescopes.