How to discover Cabrera: let yourself be seduced by the most unknown island of the Balearics

ByTravesía Pirenaica
Port de Cabrera / Photo: Chixoy (wikimedia commons)
Port de Cabrera / Photo: Chixoy (wikimedia commons)

The archipelago Isla de Cabrera is located off the south coast of Mallorca. Isla de Cabrera, this beautiful and quiet island is ideal for a relaxing holiday.

The island of Cabrera is the main island of the archipelago of the same name. 19 islets make up the Cabrera Archipelago, which are located about 15 kilometres off the south coast of Mallorca.

Thanks to the military presence since 1916, the tourist invasion was not possible and of course Cabreara Island today preserves a privileged ecosystem.

Since 1991 the island of Cabrera has belonged to the National Maritime-Terrestrial Park of the Cabrera Archipelago.

Cabrera Archipelago.

The island of Cabrera owes its name to the mountain goats that inhabit the island.

If you like peace and quiet and enjoy the tranquil Mediterranean, the island of Cabrera is ideal. Its deserted coastline gives you all the tranquillity you need, so buy a cheap flight and visit the island of Cabrera.

The visits to the National Maritime and Terrestrial Park are controlled by ICONA (National Institute for the Conservation of Nature), thanks to this control the island of Cabrera is guaranteed its beautiful intact nature. enVuelos Baratos a Isla de CabreraThe climate of the island of Cabrera, as in most of the Balearic Islands the climate of the island of Cabrera is Mediterranean, the average temperature is 18 º C, the summer months is when the highest temperatures are recorded.

Fauna and flora The archipelago of Cabrera is one of the best-preserved natural areas in the Mediterranean, with plenty of marine and terrestrial life.

There are also its underwater caves, which still contain unclassified species, including several endemic crustaceans discovered in one of these caves.
On the island of Cabrera there is a great abundance and variety of birds. During the migration season the number of birds increases considerably, more than 130 different species use the archipelago as a resting area.

Many of Cabrera Island's seabirds are endangered, the national park is a very quiet area where birds can nest safely.

How to get to Cabrera Island

These islands can only be reached by sea. ships The tourist industry, which is the easiest way to give in to the island.

These ships depart from the port of Colonia de Sant Jordi or Portopetro in MallorcaThese excursions are guided and tourists are not allowed to leave the boat, they can only see the nature from inside the boat.

On the island of Cabrera is only where you are allowed to leave the boat, on each visit you can only visit the islands. 200 people although in August there is an exception of 300 people.

During the trip to the island you can enjoy the waves and the company of seagulls and dolphins, this trip lasts a minimum of one hour, so just relax and enjoy nature.