Cala Son Xoriguer is a small cove about 12 km from Ciutadella, beside the resort area of Cala’n Bosch. Its 110-metre sandy strip has rocky patches and clear water where you can snorkel from the shore among fish, crabs and octopuses. Small caves add places to explore, and the bay has quieter corners away from the busier areas. Bring water shoes for the rocks, then walk along the cliffs towards Cala’n Bosch, where restaurants and bars are close by.
Snorkeling from the shore
The clear water makes it possible to snorkel directly from the beach. Fish gather around the rocky areas, where crabs and octopuses can also be found. Small caves in the cove offer more to explore in the water.
The shore combines sand with patches of rock, so water shoes are useful when entering or moving along the water’s edge.
The cove and Cala’n Bosch
Son Xoriguer is about 12 km from Ciutadella. Its sandy stretch is around 110 metres long, with the resort area of Cala’n Bosch nearby. For a quieter swim, try a different part of the bay or visit on a weekday or outside peak season.
A walk along the cliffs connects the area with Cala’n Bosch beach. Restaurants and bars are close to the cove in Cala’n Bosch.
FAQ
Can you snorkel at Cala Son Xoriguer?
Yes. The clear water and rocky areas make it possible to snorkel directly from the beach, where fish, crabs and octopuses can be found.
Are there sandy areas at Cala Son Xoriguer?
The beach has a sandy strip about 110 metres long, with rocky patches along the shore. Water shoes can help on the rocks.
How far is Cala Son Xoriguer from Ciutadella?
The cove is about 12 km from Ciutadella.
