Boat Tours and Cruises in Fornells in Menorca

If you're thinking about going sailing during your holiday in Menorca, make a note of Fornells as one of the key places to bear in mind when booking your boat trip.

Of course, as you can imagine, there's a huge range of boat trips on offer in Menorca. The immense number of idyllic beaches invite you to let yourself be carried away on a boat and not worry about anything other than deciding which cove to drop anchor in for your next dip. To make sure that's really the case and you don't have to worry about a thing, here are the best options for a boat trip from Fornells.

The best option

Menorca Northern Beaches Boat Tour

Discover the most unspoilt coves in the north by boat from Fornells

Set sail from Fornells on a 3.5-hour tour of the most spectacular coves in the north of Menorca. Includes a stop for swimming, snorkelling and snacks on board.

From €44 at Hellotickets

Fornells is one of the most special spots on the north coast of Menorca and the best place to start a boat trip around this rugged and wild part of the island. This boat trip around the coves of northern Menorca will allow you to explore the surrounding area in depth, where coves such as Cavalleria and Pregonda are hidden away, accessible only by sea.

For three and a half hours, you will sail through a unique environment with rocky landscapes and red sand beaches. You will have the opportunity to swim in crystal-clear waters and snorkel with the equipment provided. Snacks are also available on board so you can relax and enjoy the trip.

Recommended if... you want to enjoy an authentic experience departing from Fornells and discover the most unspoilt part of Menorca, far from the most popular routes.

Joining a boat trip from Fornells will cost around £45. Obviously, the price will depend on the duration of the tour, the type of boat and how many people are on the trip. You can book it at Hellotickets.

Bearing in mind that the north coast of Menorca is more exclusive and less frequented by large groups of tourists, you are more likely to find tours in small groups, more authentic boats and less crowded excursions. The good thing is that on both of the excursions we recommend, the boats are fully equipped with snorkelling gear and include drinks and snacks to make your time on board perfect.

The most important thing is to book in advance, especially if you are travelling in high season, and the best way to do this is online on websites such as Hellotickets, where you can compare timetables, prices and routes. The boats are usually small and have limited space, but demand is very high in July and August.

You can also go to Fornells once you land on the island and ask at the port which boats are available, but you run the risk of not getting a place or not being able to choose the time and date you want.

There is a wide range of boat trips available from Fornells, so you can choose between a morning trip , a mid-afternoon trip or a late-night trip to watch the sunset. For example, early risers have the option of sailing on a catamaran departing at 9:30 a.m., allowing them to escape the hottest part of the day and see the turquoise waters at their best. This same excursion is available in the afternoon, departing at 3:00 p.m.

If you prefer to end the day at sea, you can board a sailboat shortly before 7:00 p.m. and watch the sun set on board after the last dip of the day.

If you are thinking of taking a boat trip from Fornells Bay, you can choose between half-day and full-day tours. As you can imagine, the price goes up if you want to spend the whole day on board, but you can always write to Hellotickets to check prices and availability.

If you want to take a trip to discover the north coast, the three-and-a-half-hour tours will give you more than enough time to explore the most spectacular spots, swim and snorkel.

The most appealing thing about excursions along the north coast of Menorca is that the wind determines the route: the port of departure will always be Fornells and during the three and a half hours of sailing the route may vary slightly: Cala Pregonda will be the westernmost point of the expedition and Cala Mongofre the easternmost point to be visited.

If you're still not sure where to stay, don't worry. First of all, Menorca isn't very big and you can drive from one end to the other in less than an hour. But even so, if you want to be sure of greater comfort, there are boat trips from the main coves and towns on the island.

From Cala Galdana

This is probably the most popular cove in the south of Menorca. It is home to two of the largest hotels on the island and, although it tends to be quite crowded, it is the perfect location for discovering the rest of the idyllic coves in the south on a boat trip from Cala Galdana.

From Ciudadela

Ciutadella will captivate you from the moment you arrive. Its narrow streets full of people, lively terraces and small port are its main attractions. In addition, from its promenade you can join a boat trip from Ciutadella to discover the most outstanding beaches on the south coast of the island. But don't leave without exploring its streets!

From Mahón

Mahón is the largest city on the island and its influence as a port is evident from the moment you set foot in its streets. Its central location makes it the ideal place to take a boat trip from Mahón and set sail to discover both the southern and northern coves, as they are the same distance from the city.

To discover the coves of northern Menorca, you know you don't have many options: the most spectacular ones are inaccessible if you want to get there on foot or by car. That's why another good option for exploring them is to join a kayak tour that will take you around either the bay of Fornells or the spectacular Cuevas de los Ingleses.

In any case, you will always be accompanied by an expert guide who will tell you what to do and the best route to take so you don't miss a thing. And don't worry if you're not in great shape, as it's a relatively gentle trip that doesn't require excessive physical exertion. If you'd like to find out more, don't miss my guide to the best kayak tours in Menorca.