One Week Sailing Itinerary in Ibiza & Formentera
The islands of Ibiza and Formentera concentrate everything that makes the Mediterranean legendary within just a few nautical miles. Ibiza blends sophistication and tradition — from its seaside restaurants and bohemian markets to its whitewashed villages and the world’s most glamorous beach clubs. Formentera, meanwhile, preserves a wilder, slower soul, with endless beaches and water so clear it feels unreal.
Chartering a yacht in Ibiza offers a unique way to experience both islands: sailing through impossibly blue waters, wandering through sun-bleached villages, and watching sunsets that look hand-painted. Every day brings the chance to pair authentic Mediterranean flavours with cosmopolitan indulgence — from a seafood rice on a seaside terrace to a sunset cocktail in a stylish beach club. Ibiza and Formentera are not just destinations; they are two complementary ways of living the Mediterranean, joined by beauty, rhythm, and calm.
Tempted? Here’s one of the most inspiring one-week sailing routes to explore Ibiza and Formentera.
One-Week Sailing Itinerary around Ibiza and Formentera
Please Note: The markers indicate approximate locations where the boat anchors overnight.
This is a sample itinerary designed to inspire your yacht charter through Ibiza and Formentera.
It can always be tailored with your captain depending on weather conditions and personal preferences.
Santa Eulalia and Tagomago Island · Ibiza
Santa Eulalia invites you to slow down: a breezy promenade, charming boutiques, and the white silhouette of Es Puig de Missa — the hilltop fortress church that watches over the town, offering views worthy of a Mediterranean painting. Today, its beach clubs have become temples of the island’s dolce vita, where chill-out music, cocktails, and fine cuisine merge seamlessly with the sea.
A short sail away lies Tagomago, a private islet surrounded by hypnotic blue waters. Its seabed calls for snorkeling, its coastal paths for exploration, and its solitary lighthouse stands as a symbol of Ibiza’s untamed spirit.
Highlighted activities
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Take in panoramic views from Es Puig de Missa fortress.
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Spend a sunny afternoon at one of Ibiza’s exclusive beach clubs: Cala Bassa Beach Club, UM Beach House Ibiza, or Amante.
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Go snorkeling or hiking on Tagomago and soak in the island’s peaceful untouched nature.
Cala Xarraca, Portinatx · Ibiza
Cala Xarraca dazzles with its crystalline, mirror-calm waters. A snorkeler’s paradise where the seabed bursts with marine life. Framed by pine-clad cliffs, this small cove feels otherworldly, a serene hideaway where the only sound is the gentle whisper of the Mediterranean.
Highlighted activities
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Explore the corners of Cala Xarraca by paddleboard or kayak.
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Enjoy freshly grilled fish at one of Portinatx’s seaside restaurants.
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Capture a postcard-perfect photo on the island’s iconic swing over the sea at Cala Xarraca.
Cala D’Hort and Es Vedrà · Ibiza
Few sights in the Mediterranean are as hypnotic as Es Vedrà viewed from Cala d’Hort. The island, shrouded in myth, rises like a pyramid from the sea, inspiring tales of sirens, UFOs, and lost sailors drawn by its magnetic energy. Gazing at it from the golden sands of Cala d’Hort is to witness one of Ibiza’s most iconic images.
Here, life slows down beautifully — a swim with Es Vedrà as your backdrop, a long lunch at Es Boldadó (famous for its seafood rice served on a terrace hanging over the sea), and one of Ibiza’s most unforgettable sunsets to close the day.
Highlighted activities
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Swim in the turquoise waters of Cala Salada, a hidden gem of Ibiza’s coast.
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Taste the island’s emblematic bullit de peix, a traditional fisherman’s rice dish, at Es Boldadó.
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Watch the sun set behind Es Vedrà — a moment charged with mystery and magic.
Espalmador and Ses Illetes · Formentera
Formentera is pure paradise. On the uninhabited islet of Espalmador, the Mediterranean reveals its truest self: endless beaches and shallow turquoise waters blending into infinite shades of blue. Walking barefoot here feels like discovering a secret heaven.
Just a few miles away, Ses Illetes stretches like a white sand tongue dipping into a sea so clear it could grace any magazine cover. Between sunbathing and swimming, the highlight of the day awaits: a long lunch at Juan y Andrea, where paella tastes even better with your feet in the sand and your gaze lost in the turquoise horizon.
Highlighted activities
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Explore the untouched island of Espalmador in total seclusion.
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Swim in the turquoise waters of Ses Illetes, ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the world.
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Enjoy a classic Formentera lunch at Juan y Andrea, a timeless island institution.
Cala Saona and Sant Francesc · Formentera
Between red cliffs and pine forests reflected in the sea, Cala Saona feels like time has stopped. Small, serene, and kissed by dazzling turquoise waters, it retains Formentera’s most authentic essence, fishermen’s huts on the shore, and that slow rhythm where the only luxury is the art of doing nothing.
Inland, the village of Sant Francesc is a must. Its whitewashed streets draped in bougainvillea, bohemian boutiques, and quiet cafés shaded by arcades invite you to wander aimlessly. This is the true Formentera, where luxury means slowing down and savoring the simple beauty of life.
Highlighted activities
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Visit Cap de Barbaria Lighthouse, made famous by the film “Lucia y el Sexo”.
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Enjoy a lunch at Es Codol Foradat, a beloved seaside restaurant where fresh fish and Mediterranean cuisine are served with effortless elegance.
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Stroll through Sant Francesc, exploring traditional houses and hidden courtyards that invite you to pause.
Es Caló de San Agustín · Formentera
At the northeastern tip of Formentera, Es Caló de Sant Agustí offers a glimpse into the island’s maritime past. Wooden huts shelter fishing boats that sway gently in the shallows, while nets drying in the sun recall simpler times. Its crystal-clear waters and calm atmosphere make it the perfect spot to disconnect and embrace the slow rhythm of island life.
Highlighted activities
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Wander around the small fishing port and its traditional wooden huts.
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Savor lobster with eggs, Formentera’s signature dish, at a seaside restaurant with breathtaking views.
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Sip a sunset cocktail at one of the beachfront chiringuitos as the Mediterranean turns gold.
Ibiza Town and Dalt Vila
The itinerary ends in Ibiza Town, where history and modernity intertwine through cobbled streets and whitewashed walls. Dalt Vila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, crowns the city like a timeless guardian. Wandering through its narrow lanes, discovering its plazas and hidden corners, and gazing over the harbor from its ramparts is to experience the island’s cosmopolitan elegance, the perfect finale to a week sailing through Ibiza and Formentera.
Highlighted activities
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Get lost in the streets of Dalt Vila, admiring its Renaissance walls, historic palaces, and sweeping sea views.
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Browse charming boutiques, galleries, and cafés that embody Ibiza’s understated sophistication.
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End the night in one of the island’s iconic clubs — music, beautiful people, and city lights merging with the rhythm of the sea.
One Week Sailing Itinerary in Ibiza and Formentera. Useful information
| Duration: | 1 week (8 days / 7 nights). |
| Embarkation: | Ibiza or Sant Antoni de Portmany |
| Disembarkation: | Ibiza or Sant Antoni de Portmany |
| Nearest Airport: | Ibiza International Airport |
| Getting to the Marina: | Ibiza Airport is about 10 km (15 min by car) from Ibiza Town. You can reach the marina easily by private transfer, taxi, or bus. |
| Best Time to Sail Ibiza and Formentera: | From May to October. June and September offer the ideal balance of warm weather and fewer crowds. |
| Climate in Ibiza and Formentera: |
Like the rest of the Balearics, Ibiza and Formentera enjoy a mild Mediterranean climate — sunny summers and gentle winters. In summer, light southeast winds are most common; in winter, the Tramontana north wind prevails. Average temperatures range from 23°C in June and September to 27°C in July and August, sometimes peaking at 38°C. |
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