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Ibiza: All-Inclusive Boat Trip to Formentera

1. Ibiza: All-Inclusive Boat Trip to Formentera

Discover the beauty of Formentera and Ibiza on an all-inclusive boat trip aboard Ibiza's new floating beach club. Swim in clear, blue water, play with water toys or chart your own course through the water with paddleboards. Savor delicious drinks and try new twists on traditional foods. Begin your sailing tour with check-in and boarding at Playa d'en Bossa beach in Ibiza. Admire views of the Las Salinas nature reserve on the way to Formentera while sipping on freshly brewed coffee paired with Greixonera (Balearic pudding) and Ensaimadas (a flaky, sweet pastry). Have free time to explore the island of Formentera where you can rent a scooter, go shopping at the hippie market, soak up some sun on the white Ses Illetes beach, or explore the lighthouse of Far de la Mola.  Head back to the ship in the afternoon to continue the boat trip. Stop at one of the famous beaches in Formentera where you can swim between the superyachts of the rich and famous, have fun with stand-up paddleboards and other giant water toys, take pictures for Instagram, or sunbathe.   Refresh yourself with fruity sangria de Cava, classic sangria de vino Tinto, beer, water, and soft drinks while sailing alongside Ibiza and Formentera and relaxing on sunbeds and sofa lounges. Try Spanish and Balearic wines during a wine tasting to round up your local culinary experience. During the swim stop in Formentera, dinner will be served. Watch your food being freshly made in a live cooking show. Savor Ibiza's most popular dish: Paella. Try homemade Paella Ibicenca with chicken or vegan and gluten-free options, served with a variety of bread and aioli. Watch the glow of the sunset at Cap des Falco or Es Cavallet while experiencing a Café Caleta Show Cooking (rum, brandy, sugar, and hot coffee) and listening to the sound of the waves. Finally, finish your trip by returning to the meeting point.

Ibiza: Cruise to Formentera with Open Bar and Buffet Lunch

2. Ibiza: Cruise to Formentera with Open Bar and Buffet Lunch

Discover the majestic cliffs on the west coast of Formentera on this cruise from Ibiza. Relax with drinks like sangria, beer, soft drinks, and water from the well-stocked open bar. Snorkel with high-quality equipment at two beach stops along the way.  Choose from one of two centrally-located dock pickup and drop-off points in Ibiza. Hop aboard a spacious and comfortable boat and feel the wind in your hair as you set sail toward Formentera.  Sail along the cliffs of the west coast of Formentera to Cap de Barberia, passing a majestic cliff with a lighthouse. After reaching this point, return to Cala Saona and drop anchor.  Dive into the crystal clear waters and enjoy using the snorkeling gear and swimming noodles. Enjoy some free time to explore on your own. Work up and appetite and sit down to a mouth-watering buffet as you get out of the water. After lunch, continue to the famous Illetas Beach and drop anchor again for some more time to swim through schools of vibrantly-colored fish.  Finally, head to the port town of La Savina for two hours of free time. Take a walk through the quaint port town, see the lighthouse, or relax on the beach. Board the boat to make your way back to your pickup point in Ibiza. 

From Ibiza: Same Day Round Trip Ferry Ticket to Formentera

3. From Ibiza: Same Day Round Trip Ferry Ticket to Formentera

Enjoy a return transfer by ferry from Ibiza to Formentera with this same-day round-trip ferry ticket. Make the most of your time on the island and return to Ibiza at any time on the same day thanks to your flexible ticket. Hop aboard the ferry and set sail to Formentera. Arrive at the Port of La Savina in Formentera after a pleasant 30-minute fast ferry ride. Spend your day on the island as you wish. Rent a bicycle, motorbike, or quad bike at the port and set out to explore Formentera. Or, make use of urban transport to reach any part of the island. Discover its 69 kilometers of coastline with cliffs, coves, and beaches of surprising beauty. Highlights worth visiting include the beaches of Cala Saona, Ses Illetes, and Els Arenals. If you're feeling adventurous, you could even climb the Lighthouse of La Mola, built on a cliff 120 meters high. At the end of the day, after witnessing one of the best sunsets in the Mediterranean, you can head back to the Port of La Savina and take the ferry back to Ibiza.

Formentera: Kayak Adventure Tour with Snorkeling & Picnic

4. Formentera: Kayak Adventure Tour with Snorkeling & Picnic

Set off on a guided Kayak adventure in the Formentera nature reserve. Embrace the warm Mediterranean Sea and the sun-drenched Balearic Islands. Take part in activities such as snorkeling and cliff jumping, and savor a small picnic lunch. Begin on the white sandy shores of Es Pujols, making your way to Punta Prima. Paddle along Caribbean beaches with clear water, into enchanting bays, wildly jagged rock formations, sea caves, and grottos. Discover a dreamy underwater world that'll invite you to snorkel and cliff jump. Take a break and relax while reenergizing with a light picnic lunch before making your way to Cala en Baster. You'll be surprised by its imposing height, its crystal-clear waters, and the haphazard wind-carved sandstone rocks that hide the traditional dry docks with their cave-like appearance.

Formentera: Crystal Waters Cruise with Snorkeling and Lunch

5. Formentera: Crystal Waters Cruise with Snorkeling and Lunch

The tour begins at the port of La Savina at 12 PM. Once onboard the boat, sail along the cliffs of the west coast of Formentera to Cap de Barberia, a majestic cliff with a lighthouse. After reaching this point, return to Cala Saona and drop anchor to bathe and enjoy the crystal clear waters and the ship's facilities. While swimming, make use of masks and snorkels, as well as swimming noodles. As you enjoy the water, the crew will prepare a lunch composed of three different salads: pasta, green, and Russian. There will also be tortillas with potatoes and empanadas, as well as a dessert of fresh fruit. Snacks will be on offer before lunch. After lunch, continue to the famous Illetas Beach and drop anchor again for some more swimming time. Finally, return to the port of La Savina at around 4:30 PM. Stay refreshed throughout the excursion with an open bar of sangria, beer, soft drinks, and water.

From Ibiza: Full-Day Sailing Tour to Formentera

6. From Ibiza: Full-Day Sailing Tour to Formentera

Enjoy the island of Formentera aboard a classic sailing boat with all the comforts. The boat can accommodate a maximum of 6 people for a more intimate experience. Meet on the beach at Ses Salines and head towards your destination. Sail approximately 1 hour to Formentera where you will fall in love with its crystalline waters. You will first stop is at Espalmador Island and the second stop on the fantastic beach of Ses Illetes. Get to the shore and discover the beautiful locations on foot. Explore the nature or use the paddleboard and the snorkeling gear. During the day you will have snacks and drinks like water, coffee, tea, beer, or wine. Of course, you can bring as well your own food if you like. Alternatively, you can buy food in one of the restaurants on the beach of Ses Illetes. Around 5:30 PM the tour sails back to Ibiza.

From Ibiza: Return Ferry Ticket to Formentera

7. From Ibiza: Return Ferry Ticket to Formentera

Take the fast 30-minute ferry from Ibiza to the neighboring island of Formentera, the last paradise of the Mediterranean. Arrive at the ferry terminal and exchange your voucher for a ferry ticket. Board one of the ferries with frequent daily scheduled departures, choosing the time that best suits you.   Once in Formentera, you can rent a car, a motorbike, a bicycle or use the tourist bus. Stay overnight on the island and return on another day of your choice. Return anytime within 6 months.

From Formentera: 3-Hour Sailing Tour to Es Palmador

8. From Formentera: 3-Hour Sailing Tour to Es Palmador

Explore the shores of the island Espalmador on this sailing adventure from Formentera. Sip on water as you soak up some sun on the deck. Sit back and relax as you admire unforgettable paradisiacal beaches.  Meet your guide at the activity provider's office in Formentera and hop aboard the comfortable sailboat. Relax as the wind carries you over incredible turquoise waters. Snap pictures of breathtaking beaches that can be only reached by water.  Discover local marine life as you take a dip in the refreshing waters. Use high-quality snorkeling gear and a life vest to help you uncover the secrets of this memorizing underwater world. Return to your starting point in Formentera at the end of your trip. 

Ibiza: Discover Es Vedrà and Formentera

9. Ibiza: Discover Es Vedrà and Formentera

Climb aboard a boat skirting the entire west coast of the island of Ibiza for a unique experience. View the magical and mysterious Island of Es Vedrà. Stop at the paradisiacal island of Espalmador, an island located between Ibiza and Formentera. You'll also get the chance to eat delicious on board the boat. Visit the island of Formentera on your own and see some of the most spectacular spots on the island. You'll get recommendations for the best spots to visit and advice about bike or car rentals while you're on the island. You'll then return to San Antonio and view the sunset from the boat. This tour includes food, drinks and snorkel equipment so you can check out the incredible seabed.

Ibiza Airport Shuttle Bus Transfer and Ferry to Formentera

10. Ibiza Airport Shuttle Bus Transfer and Ferry to Formentera

Take the worry out of your transportation needs from Ibiza Airport to Formentera with a combined shuttle bus transfer and ferry ticket to the smallest island of the Balearics. Get escorted to the local transportation provider's office in the terminal to collect your ferry tickets to Formentera on landing. Benefit from discounts on car and scooter rental to save money during your time on the islands. Use the free map to help plan your own adventure.    Avail of regular ferry departures from Ibiza from 07:00 AM to 09:30 PM in April and May and from September 18 to October 15. During the high season, from June 1 until September 17, ferries from Ibiza operate from 07:00 AM to 11:00 PM.   Frequent ferries depart from Formentera to Ibiza between 07:00 AM and 08:30 PM in April and May and from September 18 to October 15 for the return journey. During the high season, from June 1 until September 17, ferries operate from 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM.    

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We were not clear about the return schedules since the page shows schedules both for the return to the port of Ibiza and to playa bossa but then they told us that playa bossa was not working, they should inform them when getting off the ferry or leave only the schedules in the app of this season.

Amazing trip onto formentera. Awesome crew, very nice and helpful. Great food and drinks!!

We enjoyed every minute of our sailing trip. The only negative is it didn’t last longer.

Perfect trip to Formentera. The boat is really confortable.

Excellent experience with two stop diving in clear waters.