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Set sail in Ibiza: a complete guide to the island’s 7 best boat excursions

From historic coves and nature reserves to luxury beaches and underwater exploration

Monday, April 07 2025, 2.56pm

There are countless ways to fall in love with Ibiza, but few compare to the experience of setting sail along its coastline. When you sail around the island, Ibiza reveals a completely different personality: dramatic cliffs that tumble into the sea, remote coves untouched by development, and that unforgettable light as the sun slips below the horizon. A boat tour in Ibiza is not just an excursion, but a chance to connect with the Mediterranean on its own terms—calm, wild, and always beautiful.

Whether you are after a full-day adventure, a relaxed afternoon cruise, a romantic sunset, or a private voyage to hidden corners of the island, Ibiza offers an extensive range of boat tours to suit every type of traveller. Departures are mostly from Sant Antoni, a lively coastal town on the west of the island that serves as the main hub for maritime experiences.

Both Excursions Set Sail From Sant Antoni.
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Here is everything you need to know about the most popular and rewarding boat excursions in Ibiza.

1. Cala Bassa and Cala Comte: the classic day cruise

This six-hour chill-out cruise is ideal for anyone looking to explore some of Ibiza’s most famous beaches in one relaxing day. Setting off from the port of Sant Antoni, the boat sails across the calm western waters to Cala Bassa and Cala Comte—two locations frequently listed among the best beaches in the Balearics.

Cala Bassa is framed by pine trees and boasts shallow waters perfect for a leisurely swim. Cala Comte, on the other hand, is known for its dramatic rock formations and crystal-clear waters, ideal for snorkelling and paddle surfing. Both stops include approximately one hour of free time each, so passengers can explore, sunbathe, swim, or enjoy drinks at the local beach bars.

The tour includes a generous buffet with pasta salad, roast meat, fresh vegetables, cheese, sweet pastries, and seasonal fruit. Equipment for paddle boarding and snorkelling is included, and the boat itself is a double-deck catamaran that maintains half capacity to ensure space and comfort. Music is played throughout the journey, adding to the laid-back holiday atmosphere.

Ibiza Highlights: Cala Bassa
Cala Bassa.

Morning tours at 11:00 AM include unlimited soft drinks and alcoholic beverages. The afternoon departures, at 3:00 PM, also offer unlimited soft drinks and water, but alcoholic drinks are limited to four per person.

  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Departure port: Sant Antoni
  • Languages: English, Spanish, Italian, others
  • Included: boat tour, welcome drink, buffet lunch, fruit, paddle surf and snorkel gear, drinks
  • Price: €69 per adult / €25 per child (6–14) / Free for under-6s
  • Tickets: book now through this link

2. Es Vedrà and the southwest coast: a journey through legends

A completely different experience awaits on this excursion along the southwest coast, taking you towards the mysterious rock island of Es Vedrà. Often enveloped in myth and mystery, Es Vedrà is said to be a place of magnetic energy and spiritual resonance. Regardless of whether you believe the legends, there is no denying the island’s striking presence.

Departing from Passeig de la Mar in Sant Antoni, the boat sails past stunning natural landmarks including Cala Bassa, Cala Comte, Cala Vedella, Cala Molí, and Cala Carbó. Along the route, you will also see Sa Pedrera de Cala d’Hort, also known as Atlantis, where sandstone was quarried centuries ago to build the walls of Dalt Vila, Ibiza’s UNESCO-listed old town.

Sa Pedrera De Cala D'Hort, Also Known As Atlantis
Sa Pedrera de Cala d’Hort, also known as Atlantis.

A swim stop in front of Cala d’Hort allows guests to dive into the turquoise waters near Es Vedrà, with float mats and snorkelling equipment provided. On the return leg, a light snack and drink are served on board.

This tour is also available at sunset, offering a more romantic take on the route, with golden light draping the coastline. The morning trip lasts four hours, while the sunset tour is three hours.

  • Duration: 3–4 hours
  • Departure days: Morning tour (Wed, Fri, Sun); Sunset tour (Tue, Thu)
  • Included: boat tour, guide, aquatic activities, snack and drink
  • Price: €42 per adult / €20 per child (7–12) / Free for under-7s
  • Tickets: book now through this link

3. Retro vibes: the Salvador cruise

For a taste of Ibiza’s 1960s countercultural roots, the Salvador boat tour offers a nostalgic ride with modern-day comfort. This restored vintage vessel departs from Sant Antoni and sails along the northwestern coastline, stopping at places like Cala Gració, Cap Negret, and Cala Salada—often described as one of the most picturesque coves on the island.

Cala Gració
Cala Gració.

The Salvador has retained much of its original character while offering contemporary amenities such as cushioned sunbeds, a relaxed atmosphere, and equipment for snorkelling, kayaking and paddle surfing. Fresh fruit and chilled drinks are served onboard, and the entire journey is designed to reflect the island’s bohemian soul.

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Included: vintage boat experience, crew, fruit and drinks, snorkel and kayak gear
  • Price: €80 per adult / €40 per child (5–14) / Free for under-5s
  • Tickets: book now through this link

4. Speedboat adventure to secret spots

If you prefer thrills over chill, the speedboat tour is for you. Departing again from Sant Antoni, this fast-paced adventure whisks you past Ibiza’s western shores, with stops at hidden beaches, sea caves, and even a few celebrity villas that dot the rugged cliffs.

The boat includes music onboard and makes one swim stop, which varies depending on weather and sea conditions. Snorkelling gear is provided, and you will also receive two drinks during the cruise. This experience is perfect for small groups or couples looking to explore Ibiza’s coastline in a unique and exciting way.

Sant Antoni
Sant Antoni.
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Included: speedboat, snorkel gear, guide, two drinks
  • Price: €100 per adult / €70 per child under 14
  • Tickets: book now through this link

5. Sunset cruise along Sant Antoni Bay

Few experiences are as memorable as watching the sun set over the sea, and this 2.5-hour tour lets you do just that in the best possible setting. After boarding near Doctor Fleming Avenue, the boat sails past Port des Torrent, with its traditional fishermen’s huts and the remains of a Phoenician quarry over 2,000 years old.

The boat continues past the cliffs of Cap de Sa Serra and reaches Cala Bassa, where you can swim in warm waters lit by the low evening sun. The highlight of the tour is the return journey past Café del Mar, one of the island’s most famous sunset-viewing spots. As the sun dips below the horizon, raise a glass with a complimentary drink and soak up the magical atmosphere.

Sant Antoni Sunset
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  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Included: sunset cruise, three drinks, music, fuel
  • Price: €100 per adult / €70 per child (3–14) / Free for under-3s
  • Tickets: book now through this link

6. Cala Salada and Cala Comte combo cruise

This 3.5-hour boat tour gives you the chance to experience two of Ibiza’s top beaches with added extras. Depending on the time of day and sea conditions, the boat either heads north toward Cala Salada, passing Caló des Moro and Punta Galera, or south toward Cala Comte via the rock pools of Sa Pedrera de Cala d’Hort and Port d’es Torrent.

Along the way, passengers enjoy an open bar with wine, beer, cava, sangria, soft drinks and water. An appetiser of tapas, cheese, tortilla and fresh fruit is served, and paddle surf and snorkelling gear is provided during the swimming stop.

Punta Galera
Punta Galera.
  • Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Included: open bar, snacks, paddle and snorkel gear
  • Price: €80 per adult / €60 per child (7–15) / Free for under-7s
  • Tickets: book now through this link

7. Private boat trip to Cala Bassa and Conejera islet

For those seeking privacy, this four to eight-hour exclusive trip aboard a traditional Balearic llaüt offers a refined, personal way to explore Ibiza’s western coastline. With space for up to seven guests, the boat departs from the Club Náutico in Sant Antoni and cruises toward Cala Bassa and Cala Comte, passing Port des Torrent and the cliffs of Cap de Sa Serra.

You will also visit the islet of Conejera, part of a protected national maritime park, known for its birdlife including cormorants and ospreys. Swim stops are included, and the boat comes equipped with a floating platform, music system, fridge, and snorkelling gear.

Cala Bassa
Cala Bassa.
  • Duration: 4–8 hours
  • Included: Private boat, captain, fuel, snorkel gear, music
  • Price: From €700 per group (up to 7 people)
  • Tickets: book now through this link

Ibiza’s magic does not end where the land meets the sea. These boat tours open up a whole new world of discovery, whether you are searching for serenity, adventure, or a bit of both. From historic coves and nature reserves to luxury beaches and underwater exploration, there is a maritime experience here for every traveller.

So leave the roads behind for a while. Let the wind guide your journey. And discover Ibiza the way it was meant to be seen—from the water.

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