SAILING IN CABRERA
The Island of Cabrera is a small island located in the Mediterranean Sea, south of the island of Mallorca, 10 miles from the nearby port of Colonia de Sant Jordi, in the Balearic archipelago of Spain. It is the main island of the Cabrera Archipelago Maritime-Terrestrial National Park, which includes several surrounding islands and islets. It has been a National Park since 1991, which protects its terrestrial and marine biodiversity. This has allowed the preservation of its natural environment and wildlife.
Some guided itineraries that might interest you are:
The Castle: A construction from the late 14th century, 72 meters above sea level. It features a tower, which was built with the purpose of defending the island from pirates and corsairs.
Ethnographic Museum: It is an old winery from the late 19th century that operated during the years when vines were cultivated.
The Botanical Garden and the Monument to the French Prisoners: You can discover an obelisk in honor of the numerous soldiers of Napoleon, or visit the Botanical Garden, a place where the most important vegetation species of the National Park are gathered.
The Island of Cabrera and Posidonia are key examples of the importance of conservation and environmental protection. The former as a natural refuge with rich history and biodiversity, and the latter as a vital plant for the health of marine ecosystems. Remember that access to Cabrera is regulated to protect the environment. There are guided tours and hiking trails that allow visitors to explore the island sustainably.
Sailing to the Island of Cabrera by yacht is a memorable experience, but it requires planning and attention to regulations due to its status as a Maritime-Terrestrial National Park. You will need navigation and anchoring permits and an advance reservation, especially during high season, as spots are limited.
Important considerations | Sailing in Cabrera
The validity period of the navigation permit is 12 months.
The terms and conditions of use are as follows:
- The licence to navigate is valid for a period of one year.
- Anchoring restrictions: Anchoring outside the designated buoys is prohibited to protect the Posidonia meadows.
- Visiting hours: There are specific hours for visits. Normally, night anchoring is only allowed in designated areas. You can moor the boat in any buoy of the assigned color between 6:00 p.m. on the day of arrival and 5:00 p.m. on the day of departure.
- Boats with a maximum length of 15 meters with navigation permit can moor during daytime, from one hour after sunrise and one hour before sunset, at the mooring buoys, located at daytime mooring areas, which are: Es Burrí (30 moorings), Sa Coveta Roja (8 moorings) and Port area (12 moorings located close to the main dock).
- The cost of all damages caused to the moorings by watercrafts which do not meet these criteria, may be claimed to the captain of the vessel or to the charter company.
- All watercrafts that are not allowed by law to navigate beyond 2 nautical miles from coast, such as jet skis or pedalos, must not navigate National Park’s waters either.
- It is strictly prohibited to light fires in the island or to barbecue aboard.
- Only auxiliary boats and dinghys are allowed to land in any of the two docks of the National Park, having permission to stay exclusively for the duration of the visit.
- Anchoring in Cabrera harbor is forbidden, except in case of emergency, force majeure or authorized ships.
IMPORTANT: MAXIMUM LENGTH IN THE PARK IS 35 METRES. FOR NAVIGATION WITH BOATS OF HIGHER LENGTHS, YOU MUST REQUEST AN AUTHORIZATION by the National Park.
- No fly zone for drones.
- Confirm your knowledge of Cabrera’s public use rules before your visit, and in any case do not hesitate to consult our staff in Cabrera, who will gladly assist you on the information number 971 656 282.
Buoys colors:
- White: 12 meters or les
- Yellow: between 12 and 15 meters
- Orange: between 15 and 20 meters
- Red: between 20 and 35 meters
Diving in Cabrera:
You must mention the number of divers’ authorization individual daily diving (whit a maximum of 12 people per day)
Available diving areas:
- Cala Galiota
- Derelicte Ana Rosa
- Illa Conills
- Ses Bledes
Contact our Lantimar Yachting department, and we will handle all the necessary arrangements to make your stay in Cabrera a dream come true in the heart of the Mediterranean.
Phone: +34 971 405 562 | + 34 971 702 050 | Fax: + 34 971 700 415