Ibiza by road is one experience. Ibiza by superyacht is something else entirely. From the water, you access a version of the island that tourists in hire cars will never see — the turquoise lagoons of Formentera, the remote northern coves, the legendary beach clubs that are only worth visiting when you can arrive and leave by tender. This is your guide to doing it properly.
Getting There: Mallorca to Ibiza by Yacht
The crossing from Palma de Mallorca to Ibiza is approximately 85 nautical miles — a comfortable overnight passage or a full day's sailing. Most charters depart Palma in the evening, sail overnight with the crew on watch, and arrive in Ibiza at dawn to anchor before the crowds. Alternatively, the crossing takes around 8 hours under motor at 10 knots, making it viable as a day passage in calm conditions.
Best Anchorages in Ibiza
One of the finest family-friendly anchorages in Ibiza, with a wide sandy beach, clear water, and the famous Cala Bassa Beach Club for lunch. Gets busy mid-summer but remains beautiful. Best anchored in the northern section of the bay in 4–8 metres on sand.
SouthwestBeach ClubFamily FriendlyThe most iconic view in Ibiza — a 413-metre rocky island rising from the sea off the west coast. Anchor off the small cove of Cala d'Hort and watch the sunset over Es Vedrà. The light here in the evening is extraordinary. No beach, but the spectacle makes it unmissable.
West CoastIconicSunsetA remote, cliff-backed cove in the wild north of the island — a world away from the club scene. The cove has crystal-clear water, pine trees running to the shoreline, and almost no other boats outside July and August. The contrast with Ibiza Town is stark and that's exactly the point.
North CoastRemoteQuietFamous for its Sunday drum circle at sunset, Benirràs is a beautiful north-coast bay backed by pine-covered hills. Anchor off the beach and take the tender ashore. The atmosphere on Sunday evenings — with hundreds of people watching the sun go down to the rhythm of drums — is unique in the Mediterranean.
North CoastCulturalSunday DrumsFormentera: The Crown Jewel
Formentera, reached in 30 minutes by yacht from Ibiza Town, is consistently rated among the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean. The key to experiencing it properly is arriving by private yacht rather than the public ferry — you access Ses Illetes directly, without the crowds, and can anchor overnight in the lagoon.
The Caribbean of Europe. A narrow spit of white sand with turquoise water on both sides — this is the most photographed anchorage in the western Mediterranean. The water colour (a result of Posidonia seagrass on a white sand bottom) is extraordinary even by Balearic standards. Juan y Andrea restaurant sits at the tip of the peninsula — book well in advance.
FormenteraBest WaterRestaurantThe uninhabited island between Ibiza and Formentera, Espalmador has a magnificent protected lagoon that's perfect for overnight anchoring. The water is shallow and warm, the mud flats are said to have therapeutic properties, and the sunsets are spectacular. A favourite stop on any Ibiza–Formentera itinerary.
FormenteraOvernightLagoonCommission Your Ibiza Charter
Our team plans Mallorca–Ibiza–Formentera itineraries for every type of group. Tell us your dates and we'll take care of everything else.
Start PlanningPractical Information
Ibiza in July and August is one of the most in-demand charter destinations in Europe. Anchorages fill quickly and marina berths must be booked months in advance. Our recommendation: plan your Ibiza charter for June or September, when the weather is equally beautiful, prices are 25–30% lower, and you'll find the anchorages half-empty.
All Balearic anchorages with Posidonia seagrass require mooring buoys — dropping anchor on the protected seagrass carries significant fines. Our crew identifies compliant anchorages and books buoys in advance on all charters.