Salt air beats waiting in lines. This full-day private deluxe sailing pairs Ibiza’s classic coves with Formentera’s white-sand beaches, plus paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and an assistant who keeps things moving at your pace.

What I like most: the 41-foot modern boat gives you room to relax without feeling like a cattle boat, and you get WiFi onboard for music streaming and quick photo uploads while you’re out on the water.

One consideration: this is private for up to 7, so the boat can feel smaller than big public-boat photos suggest—if you’re craving lots of deck space to spread out alone, manage expectations.

Key things to know before you go

• Up to 7 people means it stays personal from the first welcome to the last sail back to Cala Jondal.
• SUP and snorkeling gear are included, so you’re not scrambling for rentals once the water looks perfect.
• On-board WiFi helps with playlists and getting shots off your phone while you’re still on the trip.
• An assistant handles food and beverages, which makes the day feel easy instead of “you’re on your own.”
• Formentera is the highlight, especially Ses Illetes—plan on a beach-time payoff, weather permitting.

A private deluxe sailing day that actually feels like your day

Ibiza and Formentera are famous for beach photos. This tour turns those photos into real time: sail, stop, swim, paddle, and then sail again. With a small private group, you don’t wait around for strangers to get ready, and you can stay in the moment instead of timing everything.

The boat is a 41-foot modern sailing yacht, which matters. You get the motion and open-water feeling of sailing, but you’re not on something tiny. The onboard setup is practical too: there’s a restroom on board, so you’re not stuck counting minutes every time you leave the deck.

Your crew can also make the day smoother in real ways—people have mentioned captains and crew members like Carlota, Agus, Tom, and Nuria/Marcelo for being friendly, helpful, and focused on comfort. You don’t need to know who’s on your date, but it’s a good sign that the service style is consistent: calm, attentive, and organized.

Cala Jondal start: the south coast intro you’ll remember

You begin in the Cala Jondal area at Tropicana Eivissa, Cala Jondal (Cala Jundal, s/n, 07830 Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Illes Balears, Spain). This is the kind of meeting point that works well if you’re staying nearby, and the location is noted as being close to public transportation.

The first stop is Platja des Jondal. It’s a quick start—about 10 minutes—but it sets the mood. You’re looking over turquoise water with dramatic cliffs, and you’re out on the deck early enough to feel the day’s energy instead of rushing into it.

Then the sail begins along the southern stretch of Ibiza, which is where this trip earns its keep. South-coast viewpoints are often the best for that “how is the water this clear?” feeling, and you get them without turning your day into a car-and-parking marathon.

Playa des Codolar and the coastline show: cliffs, coves, and sea breeze

Next up is Playa des Codolar. You’ll spend around an hour with slow sailing along the coast, passing rocky coves and dramatic stretches of shoreline. This part of the day is less about a long anchored hangout and more about movement—feeling the breeze, spotting viewpoints from the water, and getting a strong sense of the coastline’s character.

There are also often good moments for quick swims or snorkeling gear prep as you go, even if the stop isn’t described as a long anchor session. The practical point for you: if you want more time in the water, be ready to take advantage as soon as the captain offers it.

The biggest “draw” here is simple: Ibiza looks different from the sea. Roads and viewpoints can show the coast, but they don’t give you that up-close scale where you’re watching waves break against rock like it’s right under your feet.

Parque Natural de Ses Salines: your swim-and-snorkel reset

Then you head to Parque Natural de Ses Salines, about an hour focused on a quieter, more out-of-the-way cove. This is where the tour shifts gears from sailing views to water time.

You’ll drop anchor and get the chance to swim in clear water. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you can usually get going without extra rental steps. Even if you’re not a hardcore snorkeler, this is a good “learn by doing” spot—short, manageable water time with a gorgeous backdrop.

Practical note: snorkeling gear included is one of the most valuable parts of this tour. In peak-season Ibiza, rentals can be expensive and time-consuming. Here, you roll from the boat straight into the water plan.

S’Espalmador between Ibiza and Formentera: paddle board time

From there it’s off to S’Espalmador, the natural reserve area between Ibiza and Formentera. This is one of the stops where the included gear really matters.

You get the chance to use the paddle boards provided on board. Paddling in calm, protected water is a different experience than just swimming—it’s slower, steadier, and it lets you look around from above the surface. You’ll also have snorkeling time again, with the goal being to spot colorful fish and marine life.

You should come ready for movement. The tour lists moderate physical fitness as the baseline—mainly for boarding the boat smoothly, getting in and out of the water, and handling paddle board time without rushing.

Ses Illetes in Formentera: beach time with lunch options

The Formentera payoff is Playa de Ses Illetes. It’s known for clear water and white sand, and the timing gives you enough space to do more than just a quick photo stop.

You’ll sail toward Formentera and arrive for about two hours of beach time. Here’s where the tour becomes flexible:

• You can disembark and enjoy lunch on the island.
• Or you can have lunch on board while you keep enjoying the shoreline views.

Lunch itself isn’t included, and alcohol isn’t included too. But the crew often helps you make the day work without stress. In past experiences, captains have handled lunch reservations and helped with taxis afterward (again, this depends on your sailing day, but the pattern is there).

For you, the smart move is to decide early how you want to spend those two hours. If you like wandering, disembarking lets you stroll the beach and explore more than one spot. If you want the easy version, lunch on board keeps the whole flow calm and avoids the “where do we eat, how long will it take” scramble.

The return sail: sunset energy without the crowds

On the way back, you’ll head to Platja des Jondal again for the final stretch—about 1.5 hours sailing back. This part of the day is about slowing down. You can relax on deck, take in coastal views, and let the day’s rhythm settle.

If you care about photos and music, the onboard WiFi can be handy here too. It’s listed for gapless music streaming and uploading photos, which means you’re not waiting until you’re home to start posting your day’s highlights.

This final sail is also where small-group value shows up again: you aren’t stuck trying to navigate a crowd of random people during the best light.

On-board comfort that makes sailing feel easier

Small details add up on a full-day boat trip. This one is built for comfort and practicality.

You get:

• A restroom on board, so you’re not constantly planning around it.
• An assistant on hand for food and beverages, which helps the boat feel lived-in rather than transactional.
• The option to use onboard WiFi for music and photo uploads.
• Snorkeling equipment and SUP boards already on site.
• A mobile ticket, which is convenient for last-minute logistics.

Also, because it’s private, you’re less likely to have awkward moments like waiting for a group to return or coordinating where everyone is supposed to meet. Your crew can focus on your day, not a schedule jammed with strangers.

Food, drinks, and the lunch decision you actually have to make

Here’s the honest part: lunch is not included, and alcoholic beverages are not included. That means you should plan to pay for food and decide how you’ll handle it before you step off the boat.

What’s helpful is that the tour still gives you choices, and the crew can typically help with the logistics. People have specifically mentioned captains making lunch reservations and arranging taxis after the sailing. Even if your day doesn’t match every detail, the service goal is clear: you should leave feeling taken care of, not stressed.

If you’re budget-minded, a simple approach is to eat lunch where it’s convenient for the timeframe you want: quick beach meal if you disembark, or something easier if you stay on board. Just remember you’ll still be in charge of your wallet for the meal.

Price and value: what you’re paying for (and what you’re not)

The price is $1,088.86 per group for up to 7 people, for roughly 8 hours. If you split it full, that’s about $155 per person—though your per-person cost changes based on how many seats you actually fill.

What makes this feel like value isn’t just the boat. It’s the combination:

• Private sailing for a small group
• SUP boards and snorkeling equipment included
• A crew/assistant providing food and beverage service
• WiFi onboard
• Fuel surcharge included
• A restroom on board

Where the cost can feel higher is if your group isn’t close to full, or if you were hoping alcohol and lunch were included. They aren’t. But for many people, paying for privacy plus included water gear is exactly the tradeoff they want in Ibiza.

One more angle: the tour is often booked about 36 days in advance on average. That tells me it’s popular enough that you’re more likely to get better timing if you lock in sooner rather than “we’ll see what happens.”

Who should book this, and who should skip it

This private sailing day fits best if you:

• Want cove-to-cove time without changing clothes, parking, or managing a bus schedule.
• Like swimming and want snorkeling time without booking separate rentals.
• Plan to use paddle boards and want that gear covered.
• Care about comfort details like a restroom on board and a WiFi-enabled day.

You might skip it if you:

• Want a huge public-boat party vibe or lots of empty deck to sprawl by yourself. The boat is private and smaller than you might imagine from big marketing images.
• Expect alcohol and lunch to be included. They aren’t.
• Need everything to be fully hands-off and sedentary. The trip expects moderate physical fitness since you’ll likely board, swim, and use SUP.

Weather reality: why the captain’s choices matter

Mediterranean weather can change quickly, and one thing you should plan for is route adjustment. There’s at least one example where Formentera wasn’t ideal due to conditions, and the crew shifted to other calas to keep the experience enjoyable.

So keep your mindset flexible. This is a sailing day, not a guaranteed checklist where every stop always happens no matter what. If conditions aren’t perfect, your best outcome is still a great day on the water, just shaped by the captain.

Should you book this Ibiza & Formentera private sail?

Book it if you want a small-group, gear-included day that turns coastline beauty into real time: swimming, snorkeling, and paddle boarding, plus an easy return sail back to Cala Jondal. The included snorkeling and SUP alone can make the whole day feel smoother than doing it independently.

Skip it if you’re trying to reduce all extra spending, because lunch and alcoholic drinks aren’t included. Also, if you hate boat motion or hate any physical effort at all, this may feel like too much.

If your group is 4–7 people and you want the “we’re on our own schedule” version of Ibiza, this is a strong pick.

FAQ

How long is the full-day sailing experience?

It runs about 8 hours.

How many people can go on the private tour?

The group size is up to 7 people.

Is WiFi available onboard?

Yes. WiFi is on board for music streaming and uploading photos.

Are snorkeling and paddle boards included?

Yes. You’ll have snorkeling equipment and 2 paddle surf boards included.

Is lunch included in the price?

No. Lunch isn’t included, though you can have lunch on Formentera or on board.

Are alcoholic beverages included?

No. Alcoholic beverages aren’t included.

Where do we meet?

You meet at Tropicana Eivissa, Cala Jondal (Cala Jundal, s/n, 07830 Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Illes Balears, Spain). The tour ends back at the same meeting point.

Can I cancel and get a refund?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance of the start time (local time).

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