PantaleuPantaleu at a Glance
About Pantaleu
Pantaleu is a small, uninhabited islet off the southwest coast of Mallorca in the Balearic Islands. It sits just offshore from the village of Sant Elm on the island of Mallorca.
The islet is a frequent destination for short boat excursions from Sant Elm and for recreational diving and snorkeling in the surrounding waters. There are no visitor facilities on the islet itself; visits are typically day trips from the Mallorca coast.
Pantaleu has no permanent settlement and has historically been used as a navigational reference and for local fishing activity rather than as an inhabited site. It remains largely undeveloped and protected by local maritime regulations.
Situated a short distance offshore from the village of Sant Elm on Mallorca’s southwest coast, Pantaleu is part of the Balearic Islands administrative region of Spain.
- Recreation tip: An uninhabited islet off the southwest coast of Mallorca that is popular as a landmark for boat trips, snorkeling and diving from the nearby town of Sant Elm.
Nearby Attractions to Pantaleu
Best Time to Visit Pantaleu
Best visited by boat in spring through early autumn when seas are calmer; avoid winter crossings when conditions can be rough.
Weather & Climate near Pantaleu
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 6° - 15° | 10° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| February | Good | 6° - 15° | 10° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.6h |
| March | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Excellent | 12° - 21° | 17° | 28 mm | some cloud | 75% | 3.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.2h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 25° | 21° | 15 mm | mostly sunny | 72% | 3.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 24° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 3.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.5h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 3.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Excellent | 17° - 26° | 22° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 14° - 22° | 18° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Very Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| December | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
How to Get to Pantaleu
Pantaleu is reached by private boat or local charter from nearby harbors such as Porto Colom (about 1-2 nautical miles). Several local operators in Cala d’Or and Porto Colom run short trips that include a circumnavigation of the islet; winter crossings are not recommended due to rough seas.
Tips for Visiting Pantaleu
- Visit from the harbor side to watch local fishermen land their catch and to see the islet's southern cliffs up close.
- Bring binoculars: the waters around Pantaleu are a known resting spot for cormorants and shearwaters in spring and autumn.