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Sail from Ibiza to Formentera on a small-group catamaran for snorkeling, paddleboarding and a beachside lunch on Illetes. This full-day trip combines calm swims in protected waters with time ashore on Espalmador and Illetes.
Sail from Ibiza to Formentera on a small-group catamaran for snorkeling, paddleboarding and a beachside lunch on Illetes. This full-day trip combines calm swims in protected waters with time ashore on Espalmador and Illetes.
The hull settles and the Adriatic-blue sea seems to pull the boat forward as Ibiza slips astern—salt spray daring you to breathe it in. On a 12-person luxury catamaran you cut across to Formentera, where low dunes, white sand and shallow lagoons shape an island that keeps the Mediterranean honest and bright.
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Operated by NEO CHARTER · Ibiza, Balearic Islands
The hull settles and the Adriatic-blue sea seems to pull the boat forward as Ibiza slips astern—salt spray daring you to breathe it in. On a 12-person luxury catamaran you cut across to Formentera, where low dunes, white sand and shallow lagoons shape an island that keeps the Mediterranean honest and bright.
Formentera’s beaches—Illetes and the sandbank of Espalmador—sit on geological limestone and sand built by currents and the long work of Posidonia seagrass. The coastline was long used for small-scale salt harvesting and fishing; today much of the northern shore is part of the Ses Salines protected area, chosen for its clear water and important marine habitats.
On this full-day trip (about eight hours) expect swim stops for snorkeling among eelgrass meadows, a chance to stand-up paddle in glassy shallows, and a relaxed lunch at a beachfront restaurant on Illetes. The boat itinerary typically includes a beached walk on Espalmador, 2–3 hours at Illetes for food and beach time, a quick stop at a narrow northern cove, then the return sail to Ibiza.
Practical guide: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a lightweight windbreaker for open-water gusts, and footwear for walking over hot sand and shallow rocks. If you plan to snorkel, basic swimming competence is required; operators provide snorkel gear and often SUP boards. Aim for a mid-morning departure to avoid the strongest afternoon sun and pack a dry bag for phones.
This trip balances easy onboard comfort with hands-on time in one of the western Mediterranean’s clearest blue rooms—nature that nudges you to move, float, and look closer.
This is a full-day (approximately 8-hour) catamaran that departs from the south of Ibiza; exact meeting point may change with weather and operator instructions.
No formal experience is required, but basic swimming ability is important; operators provide snorkel gear and paddleboards plus brief instructions.
The itinerary typically includes a stop for lunch at a restaurant on Illetes; check the booking page for whether lunch or drinks are included or available to purchase onboard or ashore.
Full refunds are generally available if canceled at least 24 hours beforehand; operators may cancel for bad weather and provide a refund—confirm at booking.
NEO CHARTER operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The hull settles and the Adriatic-blue sea seems to pull the boat forward as Ibiza slips astern—salt spray daring you to breathe it in. On a 12-person luxury catamaran you cut across to Formentera, where low dunes, white sand and shallow lagoons shape an island that keeps the Mediterranean honest and bright.
The hull settles and the Adriatic-blue sea seems to pull the boat forward as Ibiza slips astern—salt spray daring you to breathe it in. On a 12-person luxury catamaran you cut across to Formentera, where low dunes, white sand and shallow lagoons shape an island that keeps the Mediterranean honest and bright.
Formentera’s beaches—Illetes and the sandbank of Espalmador—sit on geological limestone and sand built by currents and the long work of Posidonia seagrass. The coastline was long used for small-scale salt harvesting and fishing; today much of the northern shore is part of the Ses Salines protected area, chosen for its clear water and important marine habitats.
On this full-day trip (about eight hours) expect swim stops for snorkeling among eelgrass meadows, a chance to stand-up paddle in glassy shallows, and a relaxed lunch at a beachfront restaurant on Illetes. The boat itinerary typically includes a beached walk on Espalmador, 2–3 hours at Illetes for food and beach time, a quick stop at a narrow northern cove, then the return sail to Ibiza.
Practical guide: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a lightweight windbreaker for open-water gusts, and footwear for walking over hot sand and shallow rocks. If you plan to snorkel, basic swimming competence is required; operators provide snorkel gear and often SUP boards. Aim for a mid-morning departure to avoid the strongest afternoon sun and pack a dry bag for phones.
This trip balances easy onboard comfort with hands-on time in one of the western Mediterranean’s clearest blue rooms—nature that nudges you to move, float, and look closer.