Spend a full day on a small-group catamaran from Ibiza to Formentera, stopping at Espalmador and Ses Illetes for snorkeling, paddleboarding and beach time. The trip combines calm sailing, shallow turquoise bays and local insights about dining ashore.
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The catamaran eases from a sandy shore outside Ibiza, the engine dropping to a soft purr as the Mediterranean takes over. Salt-sweet air lifts toward the bow; passengers spread towels, assemble snorkel gear and watch the coastline unspool — low cliffs give way to pale sand and shallow aquamarine that marks Ses Illetes and the tiny isle of Espalmador.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Appropriate for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility for boarding dinghies and stepping ashore.
Wildlife
History
Formentera’s beaches formed from longshore currents and historical sediment deposits; nearby salt pans around Ses Salines speak to centuries of salt harvesting.
Conservation
Posidonia seagrass is protected; avoid anchoring on meadows, follow crew instructions and use biodegradable products to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Formentera & Ibiza Small Group Trip by Catamaran today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for calm seas
Boarding in the morning usually offers smoother water and clearer snorkeling; later in the day winds can pick up.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Posidonia meadows are fragile — choose biodegradable sunscreen to reduce impact on marine life.
Bring a waterproof bag
Protect phones, passports and snacks from spray and dinghy transfers to shore.
Consider motion-sickness prevention
If prone to seasickness, take medication before boarding; the zodiac shuttle can be choppy.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the Posidonia meadows that keep the water clear.
summer
Swimwear + quick-dry towel
You’ll spend long stretches in the water and need something that dries fast on deck.
summer
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Keeps electronics and documents safe during dinghy transfers and light spray.
Light windbreaker
Even in summer, afternoons can be breezy; a thin shell is handy on deck.
spring