Formentera Snorkeling Tour: Full-Day Boat & Sunset Party

Swim and snorkel at two of the Mediterranean's clearest stops, then party on the water at sunset

A 12-hour boat trip from Ibiza to Formentera combines snorkeling in turquoise waters, free time exploring the island, and an evening return with a DJ sunset party. Departing from Playa d'en Bossa, you board after breakfast, stop to swim and snorkel at Espalmador, lunch at Ses Illetes, then spend 4–6 hours in Formentera before the sunset cruise turns into a full party on the way back.

The experience

The boat leaves Playa d'en Bossa in the morning and sails through Ses Salines Natural Park while you eat a Mediterranean breakfast buffet on board. Your first water stop is Espalmador, where the sea is shallow and turquoise. You can snorkel, swim, or float on the mats and paddle boards available. The second stop is Ses Illetes, one of Europe's most beautiful beaches, where lunch (traditional Ibizan paella, with vegetarian and vegan options) is served on board while you're still anchored in the water.

After lunch, the boat reaches Formentera and you have 4–6 hours to explore on your own. Walk the beaches, rent a bike, or simply stay put and swim. There's no set itinerary for this part of the day. You decide how to spend it. The crew stays with the boat, so you return when you're ready and the boat departs on schedule for the sunset cruise back to Ibiza.

The return journey is when the party starts. A DJ plays music, the open bar serves beer, sangria, mojitos, Blue Formentera cocktails, and shots of local hierbas ibicencas and limoncello. Dinner during the sunset is casual: hot dogs with toppings and popcorn. You arrive back at Playa d'en Bossa after dark.

What’s included

• Open bar with beer, sangria, soft drinks, mojitos, Blue Formentera cocktails, hierbas ibicencas and limoncello.
• Mediterranean breakfast buffet and traditional Ibizan paella lunch on board.
• Snorkeling, paddle boards, floating mats and water slide.
• Sunset cruise and evening party with DJ and music.
• Light dinner of hot dogs and popcorn during the return.
• 4–6 hours of free time to explore Formentera.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 3 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 150

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Formentera Wonders

Is this one for you?Book this if you want snorkeling at two separate reefs plus several hours free on Formentera to either beach or explore inland, all capped by a sunset party cruise back to Ibiza.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian.

What can I do in the water at Espalmador and Ses Illetes?

Espalmador is the snorkeling stop with shallow turquoise water. You can snorkel, swim, or use the paddle boards and floating mats provided. Ses Illetes is shallower still and known as one of Europe's most beautiful beaches. Most people swim and float there while lunch is served on board.

How much free time do I get in Formentera?

You have 4–6 hours in Formentera after the boat arrives. You can explore beaches, rent a bike, walk inland, or stay near the port and swim. The boat waits for you and departs on a set schedule for the sunset return, so you manage your own time on the island.

What's included in the open bar during the sunset party?

Beer, sangria, soft drinks, mojitos, and Blue Formentera cocktails are available all evening. There's also a shot corner with hierbas ibicencas (local herbal liqueur) and limoncello. Dinner is light: hot dogs with assorted toppings and popcorn.

What's the water like at Ses Salines Natural Park during the morning cruise?

Ses Salines is known for crystal-clear water. The boat sails through it on the way to Espalmador while you eat breakfast on board, so you see the water but don't stop to swim there. The swimming stops are Espalmador and Ses Illetes.