Ibiza to Formentera: Catamaran Sailing & Snorkeling Day Trip

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Duration8h

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Sailing South from Ibiza: A Catamaran Day to Formentera's Quiet Beaches

You sail from Ibiza's south coast to Formentera's beaches, stopping to snorkel at Espalmador, eat lunch at Illetes, and paddle surf if you want to. The catamaran holds twelve people maximum, includes snorkel gear and paddle boards, and takes the full day—roughly eight to nine hours from pickup to return. Small groups mean you're not crowded, and the fixed stops mean you're not deciding the itinerary yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail and explore Formentera beaches

Meet in south Ibiza
Sail to Espalmador beach
Walk and snorkel at Espalmador
Sail to Illetes beach
Eat at Illetes beach restaurant
Stop at narrow beach north Formentera
Sail back to Ibiza

The Experience

The boat pushes off from the south coast of Ibiza in the morning, and you're moving almost immediately—twelve people maximum on a catamaran built for this, the kind of small group that means you're not jostling for deck space or waiting for snorkel gear. The meeting point shifts depending on weather, so you'll get a confirmation the day before, but once you're aboard, the sail to Espalmador takes shape in front of you. The water changes color as you go—greener near the shore, then that particular turquoise that makes you understand why people come here. You get about an hour on Espalmador's beach, which is narrow and quiet, and the snorkeling happens right there in the shallows; the reef isn't dramatic, but it's enough to see why the water looks the way it does.

After Espalmador, you sail to Illetes beach on Formentera's east side, and this is where the day slows down. You'll be there between two and three hours—long enough to actually eat, not just grab something. There are restaurants right on the sand, the kind of place where you order grilled fish or a salad and your feet are still in the water. Paddle surf boards are on the boat if you want them; some people take them out, some don't. The catamaran trip includes the equipment, the water, and the time to use both without rushing. Then there's one more stop on the narrow beach in Formentera's north before the sail back to Ibiza, which takes the late afternoon light and turns it into the reason you came.

The whole day runs long—you're on the water for hours, not minutes—and the boat handles small children fine; there are specialized seats if you need them, and the pace is steady enough that most people don't get seasick. If you haven't booked a full group of twelve, you'll share the boat with other travelers, which usually means a mix of couples and small groups, all there for the same reason. Bring sunscreen that actually works and a light layer for the wind once you're moving.

What’s included

Your day includes catamaran transport from Ibiza to Formentera with stops at Espalmador, Illetes, and the northern beach.
Snorkel equipment and paddle surf boards are provided, along with water throughout the trip.
Lunch at Illetes is on your own at beachfront restaurants.
Hotel pickup is not included; you'll meet at the designated south-coast departure point, which is confirmed the day before.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Book this if you want the main Formentera beaches and snorkeling in one day without renting a boat or arranging your own transport—the fixed stops and small group size mean you get the beaches without the logistics.