Sailing Ibiza: 4 breathtaking routes to cruise through islands

Are you willing to take a cutting-edge experience in the Balearic paradise of Ibiza and Formentera?

If your answer is YES, then this is the perfect plan to spend your days in the sea with these thrilling routes to explore the islands, their natural spots and the best social life in Europe!!!

There are various reasons to sail around Ibiza and Formentera: spectacular landscapes, crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, good music and from a nautical point of view, there is the advantage of being able to visit all the islands without having to take long sailing trips between each one. If the weather conditions are not the best, you do not have to worry, you will always be close to the opposite side of the island to take shelter.

The Balearic Islands are known worldwide for their natural treasures, exclusive beaches, a scenic landscape and amazing social life. One of the most popular activities while visiting them is spending some relaxing days at the sea.

The activities are diverse: the finest dining restaurant Chezz Gerdi, sunbathe in Beso Beach, some fine live music in Malibú Beach Club or sail to Cala Jondal. It is well known that there are the best sailing routes to discover onboard the route of Ibiza to Formentera. Here are some of the beauties you can check out during an unforgettable cruise.

Route 1: East Formentera

Most tourists who come to Formentera seek a less-mainstream location and a laid-back atmosphere. To their delight, this is what they find as soon as they dock on Formentera’s shore. Despite its small size, this island is as charming as its bigger sister Ibiza. Formentera’s natural setting offers an amazing view of imposing cliffs, vast beaches, and lush vegetation. Some of the most beautiful beaches you should visit during your stay, are located here.

While sailing from the port on a Motor Yacht or a Sailboat along the Ibiza coast, you will encounter the incredible city views and amazing turquoise water. The east coast of Formentera has various types of anchoring. This coast has the advantage of being the most sheltered from the West wind. The water is completely transparent and turquoise.

Es Calo is surrounded by cliffs more than 100 meters high of the sea and a perfect spot to relax and rent seabobs, jet skis or flyboards. The extensive and famous lighthouse Faro de la Mola is seen in this area.

Es Pujols, due to its rocky water is ideal to take on the diving equipment over the surface and see the various sea creatures.

S’Espalmador is the paradise of Formentera, the beach is wild and deserted, ideal to relax on its white sand and take a sunbathe.

Another attraction of the area is the Natural Park of Ses Salines, where you can bath in its crystal-clear waters.

Route 2: Es Vedra

This paradisiac journey starts with a simple idea: enjoying Ibiza’s deep blue waters at its best. Leaving from the Marina of Ibiza, we cruise between Es Codolar and Punta des Jondal, where you will pass through endless bays, having a great view of Cap de Falco and Sa Caleta. After the Punta des Jondal you will arrive at Cala Jondal with the famous Blue Marlin beach club and the Tropicana, Es Xarcu, Yamanja restaurants.

In a Cala Jondal you will find the beach restaurant Blue Marlin with live music and a different DJs every day. For the sailing lovers, Atlantis is a mandatory stop with its natural pools on a cliff. In that spot you have the possibility to admire the famous islet Es Vedrà, 300 meters high, just in front of Cala d’Hort. Its magic and energy make it famous and unique in the world. This place is ideal to relax and meditate. The rock has a special something that is difficult to describe and is the most photographed image of Ibiza. The sunsets are unforgettable.

Route 3: Cala Jondal

Willing to know Sa Caleta, Es Cubells and Cala Jondal in a special way? With approximate 30 minutes of navigation between them it is very convenient to visit these three places in one day.

On the south coast of Ibiza, near the airport the first stop of this route will be in Sa Caleta. The beach is surrounded by high walls of red stone cliffs that are ideal for those who love peace and impressive tranquility of nature.

Porroig in the area of Es Cubells, is where the villas with the best views of the island are located, is set under a small precipice and is a place where a few tourists are found. It is an area of old fishermen’s houses and it does not have beach bars or restaurants, therefore it is recommended to bring a catering service in the boat. The bottom of this bay is a fine gravel, and it is easy to dive into the sea and enjoy a quiet and pleasant bath.

Blue Marlin in Cala Jondal, one of the favorite hot spots in Ibiza, its beach has a transparent water, and you can clearly see the seabed with fishes. The beach clubs of Cala Jondal are a must go place where you can enjoy the best sunsets and remain until nightfall listening to music. Blue Marlin is the favorite of the most demanding tourists for its exclusivity and service.

Route 4: West Formentera

Ibiza’s south-west coast is a perfect choice for a romantic getaway on your second day of the trip. This area of the island features some of the most extraordinary views where you will love to take some photos with your beloved one. This region’s huge open spaces convey a feeling of freedom that will cast all your worries away.

The next stop is the Illetas Beach, considered one of the five best beaches in the world and an extremely easy place for anchoring. You can find a great number of boats, yachts, sailboats, and catamarans. It is well known as the beach of VIPs. Here you find the most famous restaurants of Formentera like Juan & Andrea and El Beso Beach, most of them have a tender service to pick up the clients from the boats when the table is available.

Cala Saona in the western part of the island, between cliffs full of pine trees and boathouses, is one of the most beautiful bays. It has all types of services to spend a perfect day at the beach. Nearby is a rocky area for snorkeling and discovering the variety of fishes.

Punta Sa Pedrera at northwest of the island is in an area of various cliffs. In the sea we can see a set of incredibly attractive and curious caves.

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