10 Things to Do Off the Beaten Track in Mallorca

The Torrent de Pareis gorge is a bit out of the way from the popular spots on the island, but it offers walking paths and stunning views of a massive gorge. Some of the paths can be challenging to traverse, but there aren't any highly difficult passages. Children who are at least 10 years old should be able to handle it.

The downhill portion of the gorge takes about 3 to 5 hours, while going uphill takes about 4 to 6. Take notice that the canyon can flood at times between autumn and spring. You'll find the gorge on the northwest side of the island near Sa Calobra.

Mondragó Natural Park is a coastal area that features isolated white-sand beaches with turquoise blue waters perfect for bathing and relaxing. Several beaches are available within the nature park, and they're all set at the bottom of scenic cliffs with convenient paths allowing you to get down.

You'll find various bird species among the cliffs and natural neighborhoods of this park, letting you catch glimpses of rare birds in migration. Plus, parking is free. You'll find the park in the southeastern corner of the island southeast of Sa Teulera.

Cap de Formentor is the end of the Formentor peninsula and is home to stunning natural features including beaches and vibrant greenery. If you're looking for picturesque views, you can head to Fumart, which is the highest point at about 1,260 feet above sea level.

When you visit this spot known as the 'meeting point of the winds', you'll also find an impressive historic lighthouse that you can enter and climb to get a view from the top. Additionally, the area is home to caves to explore with entrances close to the water. You'll find it all on the northernmost point of the island.

Cap Andritxol offers a fun hike that will take you through vibrant natural features and wildflowers across relatively easily traversable terrain. The trail is a loop, so you can complete it and end up right where you started, making it easy to fit within your travel plans.

The trail is accessible all year long and runs about 2.8 miles, so it won't take all day to get through. You'll find the entrance near Calvia, while the trail itself loops around a good portion of the southwestern island.

Es Trenc is a beach best known for its Caribbean vibe thanks to white sands and blue waters that are fairly remote compared with other popular beaches in Mallorca. The name of this beach directly translates to 'ravine', so you can expect nature surrounding you on all sides when you visit.

This beach is relatively secluded, but you'll still find some amenities here. Lounge chairs and umbrellas are available for rent, and there's a restaurant if you're looking for a bite to eat. You'll find it on the south side of the island just north of Colonia de Sant Jordi.

Lake Martel is an underground lake located within the Cuevas del Drach that you can visit on a tour of the greater cave network. This lake is over 377 feet long and 40 feet wide with depth variations between 13 feet and 40 feet.

When you visit these caves, you'll be able to see their aquatic tranquillity among stalactites and stone walls evoking imagination about how much water may be underneath you at any given point. You'll find Lake Martel within the Dragon Caves, which are on the east side of the island south of Porto Cristo.

The Serra de Tramuntana is a mountain range running from the southwest end of the island to the northeast end that features numerous hiking trails and viewpoints. In an effort to protect its natural splendor, this range is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

When you visit, you'll find breathtaking views and trails available with plenty that are easy to traverse. Several small towns can be found in the region as well, so you can explore the local culture. You'll find it across the western side of the island.

Caló des Moro is a beach that defines being off the beaten path, as its soft sands and blue waters are hidden inside a bay surrounded by cliffs. When you visit, you can not only enjoy the sand and water but also the impressive views from the sheer cliffs.

When you visit, you'll notice that the beach is fairly small, being only 131 feet or so in length. No facilities are nearby, so be prepared when you visit. You'll find this beach down a steep flight of stairs southwest of Cala Llombards on the southeastern coast of Mallorca.

Es Pontàs is a natural rock arch formation on the island that looks like a big bridge, which gives it its name in Catalan. When you visit, you'll be able to see this impressive natural feature sitting just a short distance out from the shore of Mallorca.

One of the most important aspects of this arch is that it's perfect for climbing if you're adept at the practice. It can be quite difficult, but if you're looking for something challenging, you can swim out to the arch. You'll find it right off of Mirador des Pontàs by Se Torre Nova.

Capdepera Lighthouse is a towering lighthouse 180 feet above sea level that offers scenic panoramic views of the surrounding natural features. This lighthouse is notably accessible as well with paths toward it suitable for those in automobiles, on bikes and on foot.

When you visit this lighthouse, you'll find yourself met with not only a 19th-century structure, but also sheer cliffs with waves crashing at the bottom. As you look around, you'll find more of the same with a vantage point that lets you appreciate the sheer scale. You'll find it on the east side of the island by Cala Ratjada.