S’Albufera Natural Park

Discover S’Albufera, a natural gem in Alcudia

Are you coming on Holiday to the gorgeous area of Alcúdia, in Mallorca? The S’Albufera Natural Park, located in Alcudia in the north east of Mallorca, is one of the top must-dos on the island.

Declared a natural park in 1988 and only separated from the sea by a line of sand dunes, S’Albufera constitutes the largest wet area across all the Balearic Islands and encompasses both Muro and Sa Pobla. This area covers almost 1700 hectares inland and it was formed less than 100,000 years ago. We should point out that as well as being one of the key attractions in both Alcúdia and Mallorca, the S’Albufera Natural Park is also a very important area for the Ramsar Convention and it’s included in the EU Natura 2000 Network.

Getting to S’Albufera

The S’Albufera Natural Park is ideally located and easy to access. It’s most comfortable and convenient to stay close to the area in order to enjoy the park whenever you want to. For example, Ivory Playa Hotel is only 2km from the famous park.

If you’re coming by car or motorbike, you can park in the car park located at the entrance, or in the nearby neighbourhoods. You can also get to the park by bike or on foot, by crossing the popular Puente de los Ingleses.

S’Albufera Natural Park: flora, fauna and you

As we’ve already mentioned, you can’t miss out on the fantastic S’Albufera Natural Park in Mallorca. It’s one of the most interesting natural areas in the Mediterranean.

With a perimeter of around 32km, S’Albufera is home to a number of local species of animals and plants. In fact, it’s home to more than 200 different species of bird, so it offers four viewpoints where you can watch them.

A visit to S’Albufera Natural Park in Alcúdia is a fun and interesting idea and you’ll be able to enjoy nature at its best. As well as its stunning flora and fauna, you’ll also find a large bird observatory and laboratory. The park also offers four routes for walking or cycling.

Visit S’Albufera

If you decide to visit the fantastic park, you can get in touch with the Sa Roca information centre, open all year round from 9 am until 4 pm, except Christmas Day and New Year. You can enjoy a guided visit, offered each Saturday from 10 am-12 pm, starting from the Sa Roca reception centre. Don’t forget to book your place in advance by calling the park. If you’ve got any more questions, you can also get in touch with the S’Albufera park via email.

Holidays in Alcúdia

Alcúdia is one of the top destinations on the island of Mallorca and across the Mediterranean. It offers an incredible bay, dreamlike beaches and a huge cultural offering in the walled centre, as well as leisure and gastronomy.

The Alcúdia area offers you a never-ending list of fantastic things to do, among which you’ll find a visit to the S’Albufera Natural Park. If you’re worried about the weather (which shouldn’t be the case in Mallorca), we’ve got another article about Alcudia weather, which is sure to help you plan your next holiday here. We hope you’re ready for an unforgettable holiday in Mallorcan paradise.

Hotels in Alcúdia

If you decide to come on holiday to Alcúdia and visit its beaches or emblematic spots such as the S’Albufera Natural Park, the best option is to choose a quality hotel close to the best activities and places to visit.

Our Ivory Playa Hotel offers everything you could ask for to enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Alcúdia, in the north of Mallorca. Ivory Playa is the perfect hotel to enjoy both as a couple and as a family, and it’s also a favourite among sportspeople, cyclists in particular. It’s welcoming, top quality and offers comfortable, perfectly equipped apartments, four pools, Spa facilities and IVOesport facilities where you can enjoy playing tennis. It’s also located very close to the S’Albufera Natural Park, a must-see in Mallorca. We hope to see you soon!