A swift 45-minute ferry from Playa d'en Bossa drops you at La Savina with a full day to explore Formentera's beaches, bike lanes, and low rocky headlands. Choose your return and spend the day snorkeling, cycling, or sampling island cuisine.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A cool wind lifts off the Mediterranean as the ferry slips away from Playa d'en Bossa, the island of Formentera pulling into view like a low, sunlit promise. The crossing is short—about 45 minutes of blue water and bobbing wake—so you arrive alert: salt on your skin, a map in hand, and a full day to explore La Savina and the beaches beyond.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–11 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers of most fitness levels; expect light walking and optional cycling or swimming.
Wildlife
History
Formentera has long been a maritime crossroads with Phoenician and Roman traces; salt harvesting shaped its waterfront economy for centuries.
Conservation
The island's Posidonia seagrass is ecologically vital and vulnerable to anchoring and pollution—stick to marked moorings and reduce single‑use plastics.
Reserve your spot on the Formentera Round Trip Tour from Playa d'en Bossa today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book return time in advance
Return sailings vary by season—confirm your chosen time before boarding to avoid a late scramble back to Ibiza.
Protect Posidonia
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid anchoring on seagrass beds if you rent a boat; these meadows are critical to coastal health.
Carry cash for small services
Many beach chiringuitos and small rental shops accept only cash or have limited card service during low season.
Plan transport on the island
La Savina has bike and scooter rentals; reserve in high season or arrive early to secure your preferred mode.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during beach walks and cycles—water stations are limited outside main towns.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and local seagrass meadows when swimming or snorkeling.
summer
Light wind jacket
Useful on-deck during the crossing and for cooler evenings on the island.
spring
Comfortable sandals or light walking shoes
Beaches and village streets are best navigated with supportive, quick-drying footwear.
summer