Ibiza: Sunset Snorkeling & Beach Caves Tour by Boat

Snorkel Ibiza’s coves swim in clear water watch sunset from the boat

You’ll float along Ibiza’s coast by boat, stopping to snorkel and paddleboard in Cala Bassa and Cala Comte’s blue water before sharing drinks as the sun sets over San Antonio Bay. Expect laughter with your guide, quiet moments on deck, and maybe even a glimpse inside a sea cave if conditions allow.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset snorkeling and paddleboarding tour

• Navigate through San Antonio Bay
• Stop at Cala Bassa to swim and snorkel
• Stop at Cala Comte to swim and snorkel
• Admire sunset from the boat
• Return to San Antonio Port

The Experience

I didn’t really know what to expect from an Ibiza sunset boat tour — I’d seen those orange-pink skies in photos but you never know if it’ll feel real. The first thing that hit me was the salty breeze as we left San Antonio Bay, and honestly, I was just happy to be away from the crowded streets for a bit. Our guide, Miguel (who grew up here), kept pointing out little things — like how locals can tell what kind of fish are under the surface by how the water moves. That stuck with me for some reason.

The boat stopped at Cala Bassa first. The water looked fake-blue, almost too clear, and I could smell sunscreen and faint pine from somewhere onshore. I tried snorkeling but kept laughing through my mask because my friend kept shouting “look!” every time she saw a fish (which was often). Miguel handed out paddleboards for anyone who wanted — I wobbled a lot more than I’d admit, but nobody cared. There was this moment where everything went quiet except for someone opening a can of beer behind me and distant music drifting from another boat.

We moved on to Cala Comte after that — the light was softer now, sort of golden. Some people swam again; I just sat on the sun deck sofa watching tiny boats bob around us. We tried to get into a sea cave but the waves were too choppy (Miguel shrugged and said it happens sometimes). Honestly, it didn’t matter much. The real show started on the way back: everyone gathered at the front with glasses of cava or sangria while the sun dipped low over San Antonio Bay. It felt like time slowed down for a bit there. I still think about that view when things get noisy back home.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes pickup at San Antonio Port with free parking nearby, all snorkeling equipment and life jackets if needed, paddle SUP boards ready to use at both stops, plus bottled water and soft drinks throughout — then beer, sangria or cava as you watch sunset before returning to port after sundown.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

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Top questions

How long is the Ibiza sunset snorkeling tour?

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours (180 minutes).

What age is required for this Ibiza boat tour?

This shared tour is only available for participants 14 years or older.

Are snorkeling sets included in the price?

Yes, snorkeling sets (mask and snorkel) are provided for all guests.

Does the tour include drinks?

Yes, bottled water, soft drinks, beer, sangria, and cava are included (alcoholic drinks served during sunset only).

Where does the tour start in Ibiza?

The meeting point is at San Antonio Port; free parking is available in front of Lidl supermarket nearby.

Is lunch included on this Ibiza snorkeling tour?

No lunch is included; only drinks are provided during the trip.

Do you enter sea caves on this tour?

The boat attempts to enter a sea cave if sea conditions allow; entry isn’t possible on windy or rough days.

Can people with reduced mobility join this boat trip?

No, this activity is not recommended for people with reduced or impaired mobility.