MALLORCA REGATTA SEASON · 2027

Palma Superyacht Regattas 2027: Charter in Mallorca

Make Palma your private base for the island’s confirmed 2027 regatta calendar, then continue into Mallorca’s protected bays, headlands and harbour towns.

Answer in brief

A Palma superyacht regattas 2027 charter is a crewed Mallorca programme built around the Palma International Boat Show, The Superyacht Cup Palma and Copa del Rey MAPFRE. Allow roughly €120,000–€1.2 million per week plus expenses for 30 m+ yachts, with APA and 21% Spanish VAT where applicable. Charters commonly embark from Palma or a confirmed southwest Mallorca marina berth.

Quick facts

Palma International Boat Show: 28 April–1 May 2027
The Superyacht Cup Palma: 23–26 June 2027
45th Copa del Rey MAPFRE: 31 July–7 August 2027
PalmaVela inshore series: 21–25 April 2027
Charter VAT in Spain: 21% where applicable
Airport gateway: Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)

Palma superyacht regattas 2027: a charter brief

Palma’s 2027 calendar gives reasons to charter a crewed superyacht in Mallorca. The Boat Show runs 28 April–1 May, The Superyacht Cup Palma 23–26 June, and Copa del Rey MAPFRE 31 July–7 August. The April Boat Show is shore-based; June centres on superyacht sailing; Copa del Rey brings racing in high summer. A yacht is a private base around that programme, not an assumed ticket, viewing platform or event berth.

The key decision is embarkation and overnight berthing. Palma offers Club de Mar-Mallorca, STP Shipyard Palma and city services; Puerto Portals and Port Adriano are southwest alternatives. Club de Mar lists 543 moorings, including vessels from 40 to 170 metres. Puerto Portals lists 701 moorings up to 60 metres and Port Adriano lists superyacht moorings up to 80 metres. The marina, captain and owner must confirm the particular berth, event-period terms and tender movements before contracting.

After racing, Mallorca supports a purposeful cruising week: Es Trenc and the Cabrera Archipelago National Park lie south, while Port de Sóller, Formentor and the Bay of Pollença line the west and north. The captain adapts each stop to conditions, berth status and environmental rules. Uncontrolled anchoring on Balearic Posidonia meadows is prohibited. Cabrera requires a sailing permit and a separate overnight mooring authorisation, so neither should be assumed in a protected-areas itinerary.

Mallorca cruising grounds around Palma’s regattas

Use Palma for the event programme and divide the remaining days between the protected south coast, the Serra de Tramuntana and Mallorca’s northern bays. The captain selects each anchorage or berth according to conditions, charted seabed and current authorisations.

Bay of Palma and the city marinas

The Bay of Palma is the centre for embarkation, provisioning and event transfers. Club de Mar-Mallorca accepts vessels through 170 metres; STP Shipyard Palma supports refit work up to 120 metres. Puerto Portals and Port Adriano are southwest alternatives, chosen for actual berth fit and transfer planning rather than assumed availability. The captain manages harbour movements and follows published race-area instructions.

Yachts cruising in Mallorca

ETERNAL SPARK — 50 m · Bilgin · 12 guests · Home port: France | Antibes · Weekly charter rate from €337,590/week
VICKY — 59 m · Baglietto · 12 guests · Home port: France | Cannes · Weekly charter rate from €250,000/week
MOKA — 42 m · Sanlorenzo · 10 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Port Adriano · Weekly charter rate from €191,583/week
THUMPER — 40 m · Sunseeker · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Palma Cuarentena · Weekly charter rate from €157,500/week
YCM FIFTY — 50 m · Oceanfast · 22 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Port de Mallorca · Weekly charter rate from €141,167/week
HIGHLANDER — 50 m · Feadship · 12 guests · Home port: Bahamas | Nassau · Weekly charter rate from €125,000/week
GHOST III — 49 m · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Palma Bay, Club de Mar · Weekly charter rate from €110,000/week
ALVIUM — 32 m · Ferretti · 12 guests · Home port: Ibiza | Marina Botafoch · Weekly charter rate from €100,000/week
LEMON NOT LIME — 31 m · Riva · 10 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Puerto Portals · Weekly charter rate from €100,000/week
NAILU + — 30 m · Ferretti · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Palma Real Club Nautico · Weekly charter rate from €90,000/week
HP6 — 30 m · Riva · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Puerto Portals · Weekly charter rate from €89,165/week
DIANE — 43 m · Benetti · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Port de Mallorca · Weekly charter rate from €70,000/week
SHANE — 40 m · Mangusta · 12 guests · Home port: Ibiza | Marina Ibiza · Weekly charter rate from €67,760/week
BENITA BLUE — 34 m · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Port Adriano · Weekly charter rate from €65,542/week
ZOZO — 27 m · Azimut · 10 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Palma Cuarentena · Weekly charter rate from €62,500/week
MICHISAN — 27 m · Sanlorenzo · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Port de Mallorca · Weekly charter rate from €60,000/week
MY Anjelif — 50 m · Columbus · 12 guests · Home port: France | Port de Saint-Tropez · Weekly charter rate from €55,000/week
HANSTAIGER X1 — 22 m · 12 guests · Home port: Ibiza | Ibiza Port · Weekly charter rate from €52,990/week
LA GATTA — 24 m · Lagoon · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Port de Mallorca · Weekly charter rate from €49,167/week
MOZZ II — 27 m · Sunseeker · 10 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Palma Cuarentena · Weekly charter rate from €38,333/week
MOONSHOT — 24 m · Sanlorenzo · 10 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Palma Bay, Club de Mar · Weekly charter rate from €37,500/week
NIKO III — 31 m · Ferretti · 12 guests · Home port: Ibiza | Marina Ibiza · Weekly charter rate from €36,000/week
SHADES OF GREY — 24 m · Sunreef · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Port de Mallorca · Weekly charter rate from €35,000/week
PEARLY SPENCER — 25 m · Pearl · 12 guests · Home port: Mallorca | Marina Port de Mallorca · Weekly charter rate from €34,263/week

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Cabrera National Park

Cabrera south of Mallorca offers a controlled stop after Palma. The Balearic Government distinguishes a twelve-month sailing permit from the permit for overnight mooring buoys. Secure both before setting a fixed programme. The captain follows authorisation, buoy allocation, park conditions and weather; a convenient anchorage is not a substitute. Tender use and shore access follow the conditions in force.

Es Trenc and Mallorca’s south coast

Es Trenc suits a daylight swim and lunch before or after Cabrera, provided the captain finds a legal, weather-suitable sandy position clear of Posidonia. Clear water does not change seabed rules. Use official Posidonia cartography and the captain’s assessment; if unsuitable, move on or choose a marina night. It contrasts neatly with Palma’s quays and regatta schedule.

Serra de Tramuntana and Port de Sóller

West of Palma, the Tramuntana coast brings limestone slopes, coves and a longer passage. Port de Sóller is the natural harbour stop for lunch or an overnight berth when confirmed. The captain controls the approach and tender plan because wind and swell can change the coast’s usefulness. It is a measured section for guests wanting time underway between Palma event days.

Formentor and the Bay of Pollença

Formentor and the Bay of Pollença offer a composed final chapter after the Tramuntana passage, with long northern views and access to Port de Pollença. Treat the area as an operational cruising ground, not a guaranteed anchorage. Posidonia protection remains in force, so the skipper chooses a lawful position or alters the plan for wind, swell and draught.

Ibiza or Menorca extension

For a two-week term, Mallorca can continue to Ibiza or Menorca, subject to speed, fuel plan, weather window and nights under way. Ibiza offers a southwest continuation; Menorca takes the programme east. Either changes the berth and daily-run plan, so state it at enquiry stage. For a seven-night event charter, Mallorca alone usually gives a balanced programme.

A 7-Day Superyacht Itinerary from Palma

This sample pairs Palma event days with a clockwise Mallorca route. Distances are approximate sea miles and are planning references only; the captain confirms the final route, legal anchorage, marina berth and weather-safe timing.

Day 1: Palma – Es Trenc | Embarkation and south coast
Embark from the confirmed Palma or southwest-marina berth, complete the safety and preferences briefing, then make the approximately 25-nautical-mile run south. Es Trenc works for swimming and lunch only if the captain identifies a permitted sandy position clear of Posidonia. Otherwise, use a captain-selected alternative or return to a confirmed berth. Use the first evening for onboard dining and the Cabrera permit check.
Day 2: Es Trenc – Cabrera | Permit-led national park call
Make the approximately 12-nautical-mile passage from Mallorca’s south-east coast towards Cabrera. Entry requires a valid sailing authorisation; an overnight stay additionally needs a confirmed mooring-buoy permit. Once on the allocated buoy, the programme can focus on swimming and tender exploration where permitted. Do not substitute a convenient anchorage for the authorised mooring. The crew monitors weather and permit conditions throughout.
Day 3: Cabrera – Palma | Return to the Bay of Palma
Depart Cabrera within the mooring authorisation and make the roughly 28-nautical-mile return to Palma. This is the sensible point to move alongside before a boat-show, Superyacht Cup or Copa del Rey commitment. The crew can provision and prepare the tender. A confirmed berth provides a controlled base; access to organiser activity remains separate from the charter unless expressly arranged.
Day 4: Palma – Port de Sóller | Tramuntana passage
Leave the Bay of Palma after the event programme and cruise approximately 28 nautical miles north-west to Port de Sóller. The route provides a proper day beneath the Tramuntana coast, with lunch underway or at a captain-approved stop. Port de Sóller is the preferred overnight harbour when a suitable berth is confirmed. If forecast or availability changes, the captain selects another protected base.
Day 5: Port de Sóller – Formentor | North-coast cruising
Continue around Mallorca’s north-western shoulder towards Formentor, a passage of about 34 nautical miles. This is a cruising day, not a sequence of fixed anchorages: wind, swell and draught decide whether there is a short swimming stop. The crew can set lunch on deck and arrive in the northern sector by late afternoon. Each overnight position requires a current seabed, regulation and shelter check.
Day 6: Formentor – Bay of Pollença | Headland and harbour
The short run from Formentor towards the Bay of Pollença is around 10 nautical miles, leaving time for water activities and a slower lunch. Choose the exact position from the captain’s assessment rather than a pre-promised anchorage. Posidonia mapping and conditions take priority. A confirmed Port de Pollença berth can provide a shoreside dinner and secure final-night base before the longer return passage.
Day 7: Bay of Pollença – Palma | Return and disembarkation
Allow roughly 40 nautical miles for the return from the Bay of Pollença to Palma, keeping flight and luggage timing clear of the run. A morning departure can permit an afternoon arrival at the agreed marina, subject to sea conditions and port clearance. Guests use a pre-arranged PMI transfer from the confirmed berth. The captain closes the APA account against receipts after the programme.

When to charter Palma for 2027 regattas

Palma’s relevant 2027 dates span late April to early August. Forecast conditions, not a seasonal assumption, decide the operational plan on the water; berth and yacht selection should follow the event window.

Period	Conditions	Demand	Notes
21 April–2 May	Spring weather can be variable, with a cooler sea and more changeable passage conditions.	High	PalmaVela runs 21–25 April and La Larga 28 April–2 May; Palma International Boat Show follows from 28 April–1 May. Confirm the harbour plan early.
June	Longer days favour Palma-based cruising, while sea state and local wind still govern every run.	High	The Superyacht Cup Palma is confirmed for 23–26 June. Match the yacht’s berth and event-day movements before adding a Mallorca circuit.
31 July–7 August	High-summer warmth, busy marinas and regular day-boat traffic require measured daily timing.	Peak	Copa del Rey MAPFRE falls in the peak summer period. Request Palma and southwest marina berths early; owners set any event-week terms and premiums.
September–October	The island moves beyond its busiest summer weeks, though autumn weather systems become more relevant.	Shoulder	A considered option for guests who want the Mallorca itinerary without the three named Palma event weeks; use current forecasts and berth confirmations.

Palma superyacht charter costs for 2027

These planning ranges are for crewed 30 m+ Mallorca yachts, per week plus expenses. Final rates depend on yacht, dates, licence, itinerary and berth requirements; owners may apply event-week minimum stays and premiums, confirmed in the offer.

Indicative weekly rates	Guests	Budget per week	Notes
30–40 m	Up to 10–12	€120,000–€220,000 per week + expenses	Crewed entry point for a Palma event base and compact Mallorca itinerary; guest capacity remains subject to the yacht’s licence.
40–50 m	Up to 10–12	€180,000–€350,000 per week + expenses	More exterior entertaining space and crew support; berth dimensions remain a separate check.
50–70 m	Up to 10–12	€300,000–€650,000 per week + expenses	Substantial volume for family or private hosting, with itinerary and fuel use affecting APA.
70 m+	Up to 12, subject to yacht licence	€550,000–€1,200,000 per week + expenses	Early checks of berth length, power, access and owner terms are essential.

Rates exclude VAT, APA, delivery/redelivery, fuel, food and drink, berths and separately arranged event access. For a yacht with the appropriate Spanish charter licence starting in Spain, current specialist guidance states 21% VAT; confirm treatment for the contracted yacht and itinerary. APA funds fuel, food, drink, berths and operating costs: Mediterranean motor yachts commonly use 35–40% of the fee, sailing yachts and catamarans 25–35%; receipts are reconciled and unused balance returned. Under MYBA terms, payment is typically 50% on signing and 50% before embarkation, as the agreement specifies.

Confirmed Palma events shaping 2027 charter demand

Palma International Boat Show
28 April–1 May 2027
The official show dates are 28 April–1 May. Its Superyacht Village presents yachts over 24 metres available for sale or charter, while the Superyacht Sailing Hub is at Marina Port de Mallorca. A charter works with a Palma berth and separately confirmed shore programme. Admission, appointments and berth access are not included unless expressly stated.
The Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille
23–26 June 2027
The organiser has published 23–26 June for the 2027 edition. It is the direct superyacht-racing focal point, with the Bay of Palma at its centre. A charter yacht can be a private base for the week, but its permitted position, race-area movement and event programme require confirmation with the captain, marina and organiser.
45th Copa del Rey MAPFRE
31 July–7 August 2027
Real Club Náutico de Palma and the official regatta news confirm 31 July–7 August 2027, including racing in the Bay of Palma. It falls in peak summer, so first specify yacht, Palma or southwest berth and nights required. A berth does not automatically convey race access, viewing privileges or organiser hospitality.
PalmaVela and La Larga
PalmaVela: 21–25 April 2027; La Larga: 28 April–2 May 2027
Real Club Náutico de Palma lists PalmaVela for 21–25 April and La Larga for 28 April–2 May. These dates overlap the Boat Show’s opening, creating an active late-April calendar. A yacht can use Palma for embarkation, while the owner, captain and harbour authority confirm the operating plan rather than generic regatta assumptions.

Palma charter logistics

Airport gateway: PMI is the island’s main air gateway. Aena publishes taxi, bus and car access; arrange the final transfer from the confirmed embarkation marina.
Club de Mar-Mallorca: Club de Mar lists 543 moorings, more than 70 for large yachts, and capacity from 40 to 170 metres. Allocation remains subject to marina confirmation.
Puerto Portals: Puerto Portals lists 701 moorings from 8 to 60 metres, 10 km from Palma’s centre and 16 km from PMI. It is not an automatic Palma event berth.
Port Adriano: Port Adriano lists 487 moorings from 6 to 80 metres, including 87 for yachts and superyachts from 20 to 80 metres. Request an event-period berth quote.
STP Shipyard Palma: STP is a Palma refit and repair facility for vessels up to 120 metres, relevant to technical support rather than a presumed guest-charter berth.
Protected-water permissions: Cabrera needs a sailing permit and separate overnight-buoy authorisation. Uncontrolled anchoring on Posidonia is prohibited; the captain uses current cartography and legal positions.

Why Bluecharter by Bluebnc Yachting

Palma-based European support

Bluecharter by Bluebnc Yachting has a European office in Palma de Mallorca. Its local base supports a brokerage brief around confirmed embarkation dates, berth options and a route suited to yacht and event window. The charter agreement remains the controlling record.

Central-agency fleet access

Bluecharter can source across the central-agency fleet, including Yachtfolio-listed opportunities. Compare genuine operational fit: guest numbers, charter licence, yacht type, Palma berth dimensions and available days. Availability, rate and owner approvals are confirmed before commitment, with terms recorded before contracting.

MYBA E-Contract discipline

Bluecharter can document charters under MYBA E-Contract agreements. The agreement identifies yacht, dates, payments, APA, cancellation terms and negotiated provisions. For regatta week, it distinguishes the charter from separate marina, event, ticketing or hospitality arrangements, each with their own terms.

Professional standards

Bluecharter is the superyacht charter platform of Bluebnc Yachting, a member of IYBA and ECPY. Bluebnc subscribes to MYBA E-Contract and Yachtfolio. The broker confirms availability, rates and terms; the signed charter agreement prevails. Captains, marinas and relevant authorities determine operational, berth, tax and protected-area requirements.

Frequently asked questions

When are the Palma superyacht regattas in 2027?

The Palma International Boat Show is 28 April–1 May 2027, The Superyacht Cup Palma is 23–26 June, and Copa del Rey MAPFRE is 31 July–7 August. PalmaVela runs 21–25 April, with La Larga from 28 April–2 May. Plan them as distinct charter windows.

Can I charter a superyacht around The Superyacht Cup Palma?

Yes, subject to yacht, owner terms and a confirmed Mallorca berth. The organiser lists The Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille for 23–26 June 2027. A charter provides a private base, not automatic participation, race-area access or organiser admission.

Can I watch Copa del Rey MAPFRE from a yacht?

A yacht can be a private on-water base during Copa del Rey MAPFRE, but the captain follows published navigation and race-area instructions. No berth or deck position guarantees viewing. Arrange official access and hospitality separately through the appropriate channel.

How early should I request a Palma berth for Copa del Rey week?

Request yacht and berth as soon as guest count, nights and preferred base are known. Copa del Rey falls in peak summer, and fit depends on length, beam, power and marina approval. A marina reference is not a reservation.

How much does a Mallorca superyacht charter cost during regatta season?

For crewed 30 m+ yachts, allow about €120,000–€1.2 million per week plus expenses. APA, VAT, fuel, provisioning and berths are separate. Event weeks can carry owner-set minimum stays and premiums, confirmed yacht by yacht.

What are APA and VAT on a Mallorca yacht charter?

APA is an advance fund for fuel, food, drink, berths and operating costs, reconciled against receipts. Mediterranean motor yachts commonly use 35–40%; sailing yachts and catamarans commonly use 25–35%. Spanish charters beginning on properly licensed yachts currently carry 21% VAT; confirm the contract-specific treatment.

Can a superyacht anchor on Posidonia in Mallorca?

No uncontrolled anchoring on Balearic Posidonia meadows is permitted. The skipper uses official cartography and selects a lawful sandy position or suitable buoy. A scenic bay never substitutes for a seabed and conditions check.

What permits are needed for a yacht visit to Cabrera National Park?

Cabrera needs a sailing permit; the Balearic Government states it is valid for twelve months. An overnight stay needs a separate mooring-buoy permit. The captain obtains authorisations and observes their conditions before fixing the itinerary.

Which airport should I use for a Palma yacht charter?

Palma de Mallorca Airport, PMI, is the practical island gateway. Aena publishes taxi, bus and car access. Arrange the final transfer to the confirmed yacht berth and align flight times with the captain’s schedule.

Can a Palma regatta charter continue to Ibiza or Menorca?

Yes, longer terms can continue to Ibiza or Menorca if yacht, weather window, fuel plan and nights under way suit the passage. For a seven-night charter around a Palma event, Mallorca itself usually provides a more balanced programme. Agree the route with the captain before embarkation.

Plan your Palma 2027 charter

Share the preferred event, dates, guest count, yacht size and Palma berth priority. Bluecharter will build a term-charter brief around the confirmed operating requirements and Mallorca route.

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