The western end of the island is dominated by the Tramuntana mountains which are a walker’s paradise. Choose from the following ancient donkey tracks (challenging in places) or meandering paths. Quite apart from the mass of flora and fauna to be admired, great interest has grown in the historical ruins that form the focal pint of many excursions. The ruins of Sa Trapa monastery fires the imagination- how on earth did the monks build a retreat in such an isolated location? The cooler months (September through May) also attract cyclists, bird watchers and those that enjoy a peaceful, unspoilt environment.