A steep, rocky climb out of a sleepy fishing village to the ruins of a cliff-top farm-monastery, with the island of Sa Dragonera filling the view the whole way up.
Best if you walk regularly and are steady on rough ground — it is steep and long, with a little easy scrambling over rock. Not the one if heights make you uneasy.
The walk sets off from Sant Elm, in the far south-west corner of the island, on easy paths and tracks that soon slip into pine woods — with an optional detour out to the Cala en Basset watchtower. The way narrows to a coastal path along old terrace walls, then steepens: rockier underfoot, with a couple of easy scrambles before the ground opens onto the first big view.
Below sit the ruins of Sa Trapa — the old windmill, threshing floor and round lookouts still standing. From there a short pull to the Coll de ses Ànimes at almost 400 m swaps the panorama completely, and a wide, winding track carries you back down to Sant Elm and, if you want it, a swim.
Guide’s tipTrail shoes with real grip, not just “trainers”. Bring swimmers — finishing with a dip off Sant Elm beats any café.
Before you go What to pack for a day in the Tramuntana — and why
Starts at Sant Elm and comes back round to the same spot. It's in the South West of the Serra de Tramuntana.
Approximate start area. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. We send exact directions and the meeting time when you book, and can arrange a transfer or point you to the bus.
We usually meet mid-morning at the start point. Plan on about 3 hours of walking plus stops for photos, a breather and something to eat — so, back by early afternoon, depending on the group. Your guide confirms the exact meeting time and place when you book.
A private guide booked exclusively for your party, plus civil liability and accident insurance. Transport, food and drinks are not included — your guide will suggest where to stop.
Sturdy boots with good grip and ankle support — there is some easy scrambling over rock — plus a 25–30 L daypack, 1.5 L+ of water, snacks, sun protection, a light waterproof and walking poles. See the full what to bring list for a day's walking.
The walk starts at Sant Elm, in the South West of the Serra de Tramuntana. There is parking near the start if you drive; otherwise we can arrange a private transfer or point you to the nearest bus. We send exact directions and the meeting time once you have booked.
It is graded Challenging — steep, 400 m of climbing, with some easy scrambling over rock, and demanding underfoot. It suits people who walk regularly and are steady on rough ground, and it is not the one if you are wary of heights. Tell us about your recent walking and we will say honestly whether it fits, or suggest an easier route in the same area.
For this one we would usually steer families with younger children to a gentler route — ask us and we will suggest a good alternative nearby.
Good most of the year. From late spring the open climbs get hot, so we start earlier in the day — or point you to a shadier route. Just ask when you book.
Tell us your date and group size and we'll confirm a private guide for your party.
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