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Menorca is a beautiful and fascinating place to visit with stunning sea vistas, white sand beaches and unspoilt Menorcan cultures and traditions. Whether you are planning a trip for a few days, a week or more, knowing how to make the most of your trip can help ensure you have an unforgettable trip! So, read on and discover some of the best ways to explore the island.
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As an island, one of the best ways to explore Menorca is by sea. The underdeveloped coastline is abundant in protected wildlife, sandy beaches, hidden coves, sea caves and much more. Why not hire a boat or go on a boat tour and enjoy the island’s tranquil bays and striking sunset views? You can sail the coast and enjoy an authentic Menorcan experience by hiring a traditional llaut craft from Menorca en Llaut. These beautiful boats are renowned for their consistency and stability in all sorts of weather conditions and make the ideal craft for exploring Menorca’s many hidden coves and calm bays. The slow motion of the llaut allow you to really appreciate Menorca's secluded coastal spots and see what makes the island so unique. You can travel at your own pace, stop to dive in the crystal-clear waters and see the island from a different perspective. Professional skippers will be happy to share their fascinating stories of the island with you.
Cycling in Menorca is growing in popularity and offers a fantastic way to discover the island’s small towns and villages in the interior. It is also a fantastic way to explore the coast at a more sedate pace than in a car, giving you more time to appreciate the views! There are numerous bike hire options, whether you are looking for a mountain, road or hyrid bike and many hotels now also offer cycling facilities, such as secure parking, repair centres and local advice. For exploring the rural interior, a mountain bike is your best option as there plenty of quiet unpaved county roads criss-crossing the landscape. You can enjoy them without having to worry about coming a across a speeding car.
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If you want to feel at one with nature, then exploring Menorca on horseback is a wonderful way to discover a different aspect of the island. Many riding centres on the island have embraced a more natural form of riding with barefoot and bit-less horses. This means that you can connect on a more personal level with the horse, while you are traversing Menorca’s rugged interior or beautiful coastline. Take a ride on the beach and splash through the turquoise waters with your trusty steed or follow one of the many ancient bridleways that can be found all across the island. Whether you are a complete beginner or a more experienced rider, you can enjoy an authentic slice of Menorca on horseback!
Menorca has wonderfully diverse landscape to explore with protected reserves, ancient towns and a spectacular coastline. This creates great opportunities for some brilliant hiking routes across the island with something suitable for all abilities. One of the best routes is along the coast on the Camí de Cavalls, a 185 km ancient defensive path used by armed watchmen since the 13 th century. The path has now become a popular hiking and coastal route as it encircles the whole island and has been split into 20 different stages. Each takes about a day to complete and takes you along some the island’s more unspoilt and picturesque landscapes.