Can children or pets join?

Children can join but infants must sit on laps per operator policy; service animals are allowed—notify the operator when booking.

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You step aboard as the harbor yawns open—Ibiza’s stone quay and pastel facades slide away while the catamaran settles into the Mediterranean’s glassy rhythm. A warm breeze teases the sails, the skipper checks lines, and the island of Formentera grows from a pale smudge to a ribbon of white sand and crystalline shallows. The day alternates: slow, sunlit runs between coves, quick plunges off the swim platform, and quiet drift time on SUP boards. Formentera’s coastline is young limestone over older Palaeozoic rock; its beaches owe their fine sand to waves grinding shell and seagrass fragments. Human history here runs from Phoenician anchors to Roman trade and a modern maritime culture built on fishing, salt pans and tourism. Locals protect the Posidonia seagrass meadows that cradle juvenile fish—anchoring is regulated to avoid scarring these living nurseries. Practically: expect a 6‑hour round trip with two main stops for swimming, snorkeling and snacks. The operator supplies snorkel gear and SUPs; wear reef‑safe sunscreen, bring a lightweight wind layer for open‑water stretches, and a small dry bag for valuables. Seas can be calm or choppy—boats maneuver to sheltered coves when wind picks up. Plan morning departures to maximize glassy waters and afternoon sails for a low-angle light if you want sunset on the return. Respect local marine rules—avoid stepping on seagrass and carry out all waste. The trip reads like a single, sunlit chapter of the Balearics: easy to enjoy, simple to prepare for, and unmistakably marine in character.