Private Boat Tour Ibiza with Snorkeling: Hidden Coves

Reach the coves the bigger boats skip, then drop anchor to snorkel and swim.

A private 4-hour boat tour in Ibiza aboard a traditional Mediterranean vessel with snorkeling equipment, paddle surf board and cooler included. The boat accesses hidden spots along the Cala Salada coast that larger tour operators cannot reach. You swim, snorkel and relax in shallow turquoise water, then watch the sunset from the water before returning to shore. A live guide speaks English, Spanish or French.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour with snorkeling and sightseeing

• Discover hidden spots by boat
• Relax and enjoy nature
• Swim and snorkel in paradisiac spot
• Enjoy amazing sunset on boat
• Explore Cala Salada coast and caves
• Learn about Bronze Age cave paintings

The Experience

The boat itself is the difference. A traditional Mediterranean design lets you reach hidden coves and shallow turquoise waters where standard tour boats draw too much water. You'll spend the first part of the afternoon discovering these spots—places the guide knows and larger groups never see—then anchor in one for a couple of hours to swim, snorkel and float. The water stays clear and shallow close to the beach, perfect for moving between the boat and the seafloor without effort.

Snorkeling gear comes with you, along with a paddle surf board if you want it. A cooler sits on deck. The boat carries a Bluetooth speaker, so music plays while you're in the water or drifting. The guide—live, in your choice of English, Spanish or French—navigates the route and points out the spots worth exploring. After you've spent time in the water, the tour ends with a sunset from the boat before heading back to shore.

The 4-hour window means you're not committing a full day, and the private booking means the pace stays yours. No schedule rushing you out of the water, no crowd deciding when to move to the next stop. The insurance and all fees are included in the price; fuel is covered. You'll need to arrange a skipper separately (100 euros, paid in cash at check-in) if you don't have your own captain's license.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• paddle surf board.
• cooler.
• Bluetooth speaker.
• insurance.
• all fees and taxes.
• fuel.
• live guide in English, Spanish or French.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Victor Font Amor

Is this one for you?You get a private boat and hidden coves instead of a crowded tour route—the traditional design of the vessel is what makes those shallow, unreachable spots accessible, and the 4-hour window lets you spend real time in the water without rushing.

Traveler reviews

4.99★★★★★★★★★★

137 verified traveler reviews

5 ★136

4 ★0

3 ★1

2 ★0

1 ★0

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What's the water like for snorkeling around Ibiza on this tour?

The water is clear and shallow close to the beaches where you'll snorkel, with turquoise tones near shore and deeper blue further out. The shallow depth near the coves makes it easy to move between the boat and the seafloor, and visibility is good for spotting what's below the surface.

Can I bring my own snorkeling gear or do I have to use what's provided?

Snorkeling equipment is included with the tour, so you don't need to bring your own. If you prefer your own mask or fins, you're welcome to bring them instead.

What happens if the weather turns bad during the tour?

The reference material does not detail the operator's weather policy or cancellation terms, so check the booking confirmation or contact the operator to understand what happens if conditions change on the day.

Is there food and drink available on the boat?

Food and drinks are not included with the tour, so bring what you'd like to have on board. A cooler is provided to keep items cold during the 4 hours on the water.

Do I need a boat license or sailing experience to book this tour?

No sailing experience is required as a passenger. If you're booking the boat without a professional skipper, you'll need a valid captain's license; the operator charges 100 euros for a skipper, payable in cash at check-in.