Ibiza: Sunset Beach Cruise with Cala Comte, Cala Bassa & Water Toys

Summary

Sunset cruise to Ibiza’s top beaches with swimming, music and local flavor

You’ll join a small group cruise from San Antonio to Ibiza’s west coast beaches—Cala Bassa and Cala Comte—swimming, snorkeling or paddling as you go. With snacks, drinks and music on board plus friendly guides who know every cove, you’ll end your day floating under Ibiza’s famous sunset sky with sand still between your toes.

What’s the experience like?

We hadn’t even left San Antonio harbor when our guide, Miguel, grinned and handed me a glass of cava — “You’ll need this for the slides,” he said. I laughed, but honestly I was more nervous about saying “gracias” properly than about flying off a boat slide into the sea. There was music in the air (not too loud), people chattering in Spanish and English, and that salty smell you only get by the Mediterranean. The boat wasn’t crowded — maybe half full — so everyone had space to flop down or wander around without bumping elbows.

The first stop was Cala Bassa. You could see the sand before we even anchored — just this pale gold ribbon between turquoise water and pine trees. Some folks dashed straight for the paddle boards; I tried snorkeling instead (mask fit better than I expected). The water tasted faintly metallic, like it always does here, and there were tiny fish flickering past my feet. Back on board someone passed around slices of tortilla and cold pasta salad — not fancy food but somehow perfect after swimming. Miguel pointed out a little cove where locals swim early in the mornings; he said if you come in September you might have it all to yourself.

Cala Comte came next, brighter somehow as the sun started dropping lower. We had about an hour there — enough time to wade out over smooth rocks and just float for a while, which is honestly what I needed after trying (and failing) to stand up on a paddle board. There was this brief moment when everything went quiet except for some gulls overhead and the sound of someone’s kid giggling nearby. It felt like time slowed down right then.

Later we drifted along the coast past little islands and hidden bays. Someone tried out the diving board (not me — maybe next time), others lounged on floating mats or peered through the glass bottom panels hoping for something bigger than sardines. The drinks kept coming — beer, sangria, more cava if you wanted it — but nobody got rowdy. When we finally stopped in front of Café Mambo for sunset, everyone sort of fell silent together watching that orange-pink sky melt into the sea. I didn’t expect to feel so calm out there with strangers, but now I still think about that view sometimes when I’m stuck in traffic back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Ibiza beach hopping and water activities

• Depart from San Antonio harbour
• Stop 1 hour at Cala Bassa beach
• Stop 1 hour at Cala Comte beach
• Swim, snorkel, and paddle board 1.5 hours
• Pass Cala Tarida if weather permits
• Pass Cala Salada if weather permits
• Enjoy coastal and island sightseeing
• Watch sunset in front of Cafe Mambo

Top questions

How long is the Ibiza sunset beach hopping cruise?

The tour lasts 6 hours total with multiple beach stops along Ibiza’s coastline.

Which beaches are included on this cruise?

You’ll stop at Cala Bassa and Cala Comte for about an hour each.

Are drinks included during the tour?

Yes, you get four alcoholic drinks plus unlimited soft drinks and water.

Is lunch provided on board?

You’ll have snacks like fresh fruit, pizza slices, tortilla, pasta salad and bread included during the cruise.

Can I use paddle boards or snorkel gear?

Paddle boards and snorkeling equipment are free to use at swim stops.

Is there hotel pickup included?

No hotel pickup is included; you meet at San Antonio harbor for departure.

Are children allowed on this tour?

The cruise is suitable for all ages including infants in strollers.

Does the boat get crowded?

No—the tour runs at maximum 50% capacity so there’s plenty of space onboard.

What’s included

Your day includes guided cruising from San Antonio harbor with stops at Cala Bassa and Cala Comte beaches, use of paddle boards and snorkel gear at each swim stop, four alcoholic drinks per person plus unlimited soft drinks and water throughout the trip. Fresh fruit, pizza slices, bread, tortilla and salads are served onboard before returning after sunset by Café Mambo.