Magaluf is approximately 15 km (9 miles) southwest of Palma de Mallorca. A private transfer typically takes around 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic, making it one of the most accessible resort destinations on the island. With Daytrip, your driver picks you up directly from your hotel or apartment, so there is no need to navigate local buses or hunt for a taxi rank.
A full day is ideal. Plan to arrive mid-morning to secure a good spot on Playa de Magaluf, Mallorca's longest resort beach. You can spend the afternoon exploring the waterfront, joining a boat excursion along the dramatic Calvia coastline, or visiting the nearby Marineland animal park if you are travelling with children. Most day trippers find that six to eight hours gives them enough time to relax and explore without feeling rushed.
Yes, particularly for families with younger children. Playa de Magaluf is a broad, sheltered, Blue Flag beach with calm, shallow water that is safe for swimming. Katmandu Park offers rides, a haunted house, and interactive exhibits aimed at kids. Marineland Mallorca, a short drive away, adds another family-friendly option. The compact layout of the resort means everything is within easy walking distance once you arrive, which takes the stress out of managing a day out with children.
Magaluf is a lively resort town on the southwestern coast of Mallorca, in the municipality of Calvia. It sits around 15 km (9 miles) from Palma de Mallorca and is best known for its long sandy beach, clear Mediterranean water, and a buzzing strip of restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues. Whether you are after a beach day, a boat trip along the coast, or a visit to nearby Palma Nova, Magaluf delivers sun, sea, and energy in a compact, easy-to-navigate setting.
More than people expect. The Calvia coastline has some excellent snorkelling spots within easy reach. Just a few kilometres away, Portals Nous offers upscale marina dining that contrasts sharply with Magaluf's energetic strip, giving you two very different Mallorca experiences in a single day. There is also Katmandu Park, a family-orientated theme and adventure park located directly in Magaluf, and regular boat tours that pass sea caves and secluded coves only accessible from the water.
Parking in and around Magaluf during peak season is scarce and can eat into your day. The public bus from Palma involves connections and fixed schedules that force you to plan around the timetable rather than your own pace. With a Daytrip private transfer, you set the pickup time, travel door to door with your full group in a single vehicle, and can arrange your return for whenever you are ready. Your driver can also suggest a scenic detour or a quick stop along the Calvia coast on the way, turning the journey itself into part of the experience.
Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips — all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
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So, so happy I stumbled upon this website to book two private transports while visiting Lima, Peru. They were both one-way trips approximately 3 hours in length. Great communication as soon as everything was booked via email and I then downloaded their app. I had a few issues with the app and the customer service was awesome trying to assist me in getting it corrected. Honestly impressive customer service which gave you a positive feeling that you made the right choice. Both drivers were right on time - No issues whatsoever! Can't say enough about the service and ease of everything when travelling so far away. Great job to the daytrip team! Would strongly recommend.
