Hiking and Yoga on the Wild Side of Mallorca

I’d been really excited about doing this trip; and now having done it I don’t think I could find a single fault.

The three hikes were each different and unique, but all equally spectacular: a great way to see the natural beauty of Mallorca. The accommodation at the Agrotorismo Alqueria Blanca was high quality: in a beautiful rural location with plenty of historic charm, and felt like good value; the garden and views were are super setting for the yoga. And the food was excellent, local and varied throughout.

The trip was easy to book and our guides and hosts Midori and Miguel were excellent: friendly, organised and made a big effort to engage everyone in the group. Also really enjoyed the stops at Valldemossa, Deià and Sóller after the hikes.

One thing to be aware of if you are considering this trip is that the itinerary is pretty packed: this suited me, but if you are looking for a bit of down time alongside it would suggest you tag a couple of days on at the beginning or the end to enjoy Mallorca’s beaches or hang out in Palma.

Thanks to Much Better Adventures and the Spanish team: will be looking for another!

This was my first visit to Mallorca and it was an unexpected delight to see the wild side of the island - far from the resorts and strips.

The 3 hikes were varied, challenging but well-paced. Along the way, we had plenty of time for photos, chats with our new friends and enjoyed our packed lunches from a mountain-top view or cooled off with a dip in the sea. Each hike ended in a picturesque town with a well earned beer and ice-cream.

In the evenings, we had yoga outside in the beautiful grounds of the hotel. I’m relatively new to yoga but it was ideal to stretch our tired legs after a day on the trails.

The breakfasts were plentiful, setting us up for the day ahead and our dinners were catered by a local restaurant and were simply delicious.

I can’t speak highly enough of our guide Midori who went above and beyond to make sure our group had the best time during our short stay in Mallorca - and she was ably assisted by Miguel on our hikes.

There was little downtime in the itinerary but just enough time to enjoy the pool or stroll the grounds before dinner - but that’s perfect for me.

I would highly recommend this trip!

This trip was an extraordinary experience and the Tramuntana mountains are startlingly beautiful. The scenery is varied, from woods to stony peaks – all of it is gorgeous. The views keep you constantly in wow mode, and always with deep blue sea close by. This was my first visit to Mallorca and it was unlike anything I’d have expected from the island. Visiting towns like Deia and Soller was great too, but the best part of the trip was the mountain trails that are only accessible on foot.

Much Better Adventures organised everything brilliantly, and our guides, Midori and Miguel, were exemplary. I’d prepared for the distance and the ups and downs, but the factor I found most challenging was the heat, even in May (Dorset just doesn’t reach those temperatures!) and I found I needed a slower pace than some of the other participants. Midori and Miguel made sure everyone was looked after, and I was glad of those experienced guides -and I also really appreciated the friendly and welcoming group dynamic that didn’t make me feel I was slowing everyone else up.

The accommodation was wonderful (comfortable beds, an amazing terrace with lemon trees growing close by, and goats trotting by in the morning, collar bells tinkling), and the food was extraordinarily good – particularly the plentiful multi-course breakfasts. Ripe local tomatoes and local fish were especially delicious, and the steak on our final night was wonderful (the vegetarian and vegan options available looked fantastic too).

One of the high points was getting into the sea, clambering down to get into that enticing water ahead of the final section of the walk to Cala Deia. I was really glad I’d slipped a pair of beach shoes into my rucksack. If I was doing this trip again, I’d walk straight up to Deia from Cala Deia and spend a little more time in the town, rather than pausing in Cala Deia, which was quite crowded and busy. There were no low points: it was a great trip, Midori and Miguel were fantastic, and I feel I was particularly lucky to find myself in such a great group.

I was really looking forward to this trip and it exceeded expectations !

Just loved the 3 varied hikes, including stops in pretty villages and dips in the sea. Being outside all day was a huge luxury - right up to evening yoga in the beautiful grounds with the personable Christina - ideal for stretching the old legs after a day’s walking.

The views were fab & waking up to just the sound of goats’ bells and swallows was so great.

The places we saw and the accommodation were great, but the group dynamic (8 Brits) meant it really worked.

A huge shout out to our awesome guide Midori who from the meeting place at the airport on day 1 through to the last day brought everything together just perfectly, seconded by the attentive Miguel. The trip would probably not have been the same without their expertise, great sense of humor and also excellent driving. They went over and above to make sure everyone was ok at all times.

The meals were really tasty & copious .

To enjoy this trip to the full, make sure you are capable of walking for a couple of hours a day up and down steep slopes and also on uneven terrain at times.

Try and organize your flight times to enjoy Palma before meeting up on the first day and to make the most of what’s on offer the day of departure.

I am so glad I decided to go on this trip. Mallorca is beautiful and our guides did an amazing job of giving us a taste of the island. I was so happy to spend time with such a kind, conscientious, and fun group of co-adventurers.

The hikes were as billed - moderate in difficulty in terms of terrain, elevation, and distance. There were beautiful views every minute. Each hike was unique from the others, which made for a very rich experience!

The yoga was gentle and seemed appropriate for all levels of practice. Expect more breathwork than intense vinyasa.

The hotel was quite possibly the most beautiful place I've ever stayed. Spacious rooms, gorgeous grounds, incredible views. And, the food was unbelievable. Expect a variety of Mediterranean flavors with lots of color and large portions. We were served a set menu (no options), which felt totally appropriate. The hotel was super accommodating to additional requests/dietary restrictions.

Overall, quite a beautiful trip :)

Everything was great, from the challenging hikes, the amazing views and the yoga lessons to the stunning accomodation, exceptional food and lovely people. Just be aware that there can be major changes to the itinerary and the days are quite intense and packed. But everyone involved made sure we all feel comfortable and have a great time. I really recommend the trip!