Step aboard in Santa Ponsa and cruise to the Malgrats Islands, Sa Dragonera and the clear coves of Mallorca's south-west coast. A private crewed yacht, entirely yours for the day.
Santa Ponsa sits on a wide, sheltered bay on Mallorca's south-west coast, around twenty minutes from Palma by road. Known for its sandy beach, pine-covered headlands, golf courses and a lively but relaxed resort atmosphere, it is also the gateway to some of the island's clearest water. For anyone searching for a yacht charter in Santa Ponsa, the appeal is how quickly you leave the crowds behind: within a short cruise from the bay you reach protected islands, rocky coastline and quiet coves that are hard to reach on land.
Heading west, your skipper can take you to the Malgrats Islands, a small group of rocky islets protected as a marine reserve and famous for their transparent water and rich sea life. Beyond them rises Sa Dragonera, the long, rugged island off Sant Elm that forms a natural park, its cliffs dropping into deep blue water. Closer to home you will find the sheltered bay of Camp de Mar with its little islet and footbridge, the cove of Cala Fornells near Peguera, and a succession of pine-fringed inlets perfect for swimming, snorkelling and paddleboarding. Private boat hire in Santa Ponsa means you reach these places on your own schedule, without ferry timetables or crowded tour boats.
A boat charter from Santa Ponsa with TSB Yachting is fully crewed. Your professional skipper plans the day around wind, swell and the time of day, and knows the rules that apply in protected areas such as the Malgrats reserve. Swim stops are chosen for shelter and clarity, lunch can be provisioned on board or booked at a beachside table, and the boat is yours alone, so the pace, the music and the anchorages are your decision. Whether you want a relaxed half-day with children, a full day of snorkelling along the coast, or a golden-hour sunset cruise back across the bay, we build the charter around you.
A full day exploring the Malgrats Islands, Sa Dragonera and the south-west coves, with swim and snorkel stops and lunch on deck. Skipper included.
A shorter morning or afternoon charter to the nearest sheltered bays: ideal for families, couples and first-time charterers.
An evening charter with golden light on the headlands and a drink on deck, as the sun drops towards the horizon off the west coast.
Starting in Santa Ponsa puts you on the doorstep of the south-west coast. More time swimming and relaxing, far less time in transit than a day trip from elsewhere on the island.
The Malgrats Islands and Sa Dragonera are within easy reach, so your first swim stop comes quickly.
Your skipper reads the forecast and picks the most sheltered coves for the day, adapting to wind and swell.
Rocky edges and clear water make for excellent snorkelling. Masks, fins and a paddleboard can be arranged on board.
We can provision a full lunch on board, or time the day around a table at a beachside restaurant.
Experienced crew who know the winds of the south-west coast, the protected areas and the safest anchorages.
From sleek motor yachts to spacious sailing yachts, we match the vessel to your party size and the experience you want.
The coast west of Santa Ponsa is wilder and more dramatic than the beaches of the bay. Pine-covered hills tumble to rocky shores, the islets of Malgrats rise from deep blue water, and in the distance Sa Dragonera stretches across the horizon like a sleeping dragon. From the deck you can spot old watchtowers, hidden calas and the occasional fishing boat.
Stay out until late afternoon and the western light turns the limestone gold as you cruise back to Santa Ponsa, where dinner by the sea is the perfect finish to the day.
We charter these waters every week and know the south-west coast at every time of year.
Licensed professionals who plan around wind, swell and the best anchorages.
Every yacht is personally inspected, comfortable and ready for swimming and sunbathing.
Boat, skipper, fuel and provisions confirmed together, with no surprises on the day.
Santa Ponsa is at its best from May to October. June and September combine warm sea temperatures with lighter crowds, July and August are the hottest and liveliest months, and early October still offers calm, golden days on the water. Mornings are usually the calmest, so an early departure is often rewarded with glassy water and empty coves before the afternoon breeze arrives. Bring sun cream, a hat, swimwear, a light layer for the evening and a waterproof phone case for the snorkelling.
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