Ibiza Guide: Luxury Yacht Charter in Ibiza

Ibiza occupies a unique space in the Mediterranean imagination. Mention the name and most people picture superclubs, sunsets and celebrity DJs – and that scene is very much alive along the Playa d’en Bossa strip and at beach clubs like Blue Marlin. But step aboard a yacht and a different Ibiza reveals itself: pine-scented headlands, hidden calas where the only sound is the anchor chain settling into sand, the ancient stone walls of Dalt Vila turning gold in the evening light, and Formentera’s Caribbean-grade beaches just a tender ride to the south. The contrast between Ibiza’s high-energy public face and its quietly beautiful private side is what makes chartering here so compelling.

The island is compact – roughly 40 km north to south and 20 km east to west – which means your captain can show you a different coastline every day without a single long passage. Morning at a quiet northern cove, lunch at a glamorous beach club on Cala Jondal, afternoon snorkelling off Es Vedrà, and sundowners back in the old harbour as the lights of Dalt Vila flicker on overhead. The western coast delivers dramatic cliffs, pine-cloak headlands and the landmark rock of Es Vedrà. The north hides quiet coves like Cala Xarraca (with its natural mud pools and crystal snorkelling) and Cala Benirràs. The east offers Santa Eulalia’s food scene – the island’s gastronomic heart, with more quality restaurants per square metre than anywhere else on Ibiza. For charter guests, it is an extraordinary blend of energy and serenity, all wrapped in some of the warmest, clearest water in the western Mediterranean.

Whether you’re celebrating a milestone birthday, hosting a corporate retreat, or escaping with friends for a long weekend, Ibiza has the range to make it unforgettable. Enquire with Boatcrowd for availability and pricing on our Ibiza fleet.

Why Charter a Yacht in Ibiza

Two Islands in One

Ibiza’s southern coast faces Formentera across a narrow strait just 6 km wide. A 25-minute cruise deposits you on Ses Illetes – a beach that routinely ranks among Europe’s finest – before returning to Ibiza’s harbour for dinner. No other Mediterranean charter destination gives you two such different islands within such easy reach. Formentera’s transparent shallows, fed by UNESCO-protected Posidonia meadows, make the water look almost impossibly clear. It is the single most popular day-charter stop from Ibiza, and for good reason.

World-Class Beach-Club Culture

Ibiza’s beach clubs are a destination in their own right. Blue Marlin at Cala Jondal is the headline act: a crescent bay with your yacht at anchor just offshore, a jetty for tender access, cabana lounging, international DJs and Mediterranean cuisine that runs from midday to midnight. Nikki Beach opened in Santa Eulalia in 2023 and brings its signature glamour. Experimental Beach, perched on the cliff above Las Salinas with views to Es Vedrà and flamingos in the salt flats below, is the stylish insider pick (the group behind Experimental Cocktail Club in London and Paris). Nassau Beach Club on Playa d’en Bossa pairs affordable elegance with themed nights and a party atmosphere. Your crew arranges VIP tables, handles the tender, and you simply step ashore and enjoy.

Stunningly Varied Coastline

The western coast delivers dramatic cliffs, pine-cloak headlands and the Es Vedrà rock formation – 382 metres of limestone rising from the sea. The north hides quiet coves like Cala Xarraca (90 metres long, with natural mud pools reportedly therapeutic, red cliffs and caves along the shoreline) and Portinatx (three coves at the island’s northeastern tip, with excellent family-friendly snorkelling). The south-east offers Cala Jondal’s pebble beach and the salt-pan nature reserve of Ses Salines. In a single day, your captain can show you half a dozen entirely different landscapes.

Dalt Vila: 2,500 Years of History

Ibiza’s Old Town, Dalt Vila, earned UNESCO World Heritage status in 1999 as an outstanding example of Renaissance military architecture with the best-preserved coastal fortifications in the Mediterranean. Founded by the Phoenicians as Ibossim, fortified by the Carthaginians, occupied by the Romans and Moors, and walled by the Spanish Crown against French and Ottoman invasions, it carries 2,500 years of layered history inside a single hilltop citadel. The Catedral de Santa María de las Nieves sits at the summit (originally a mosque, evolved through Gothic and Baroque), and seven monumental bastions provide panoramic viewpoints over the harbour, the old fishing quarter and the open sea. Allow at least a couple of hours to walk the cobbled lanes – four to five hours if you explore the cathedral interior, the archaeological museum and the full rampart circuit.

Key Destinations Near Ibiza

• Formentera – Just 10 nautical miles south (25 minutes by yacht). Ses Illetes beach, Posidonia seagrass meadows (UNESCO-protected since 1999), bohemian villages and water so transparent it barely looks real. Lunch at Juan y Andrea on the sand, or cruise south to Cala Saona’s ochre-red cliffs. The essential day stop on every Ibiza charter.
• Cala Conta – South-west coast. Multiple sandy coves with layered shades of turquoise and views across to S’Illa des Bosc. A favourite sunset anchorage – arrive early to secure your spot in summer.
• Cala d’Hort and Es Vedrà – Anchor in 5–8 metres over sand in the sheltered bay below the towering rock of Es Vedrà. Excellent snorkelling around the rocky base, and the most photographed sunset in Ibiza. Part of the Cala d’Hort nature reserve.
• Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta – Twin coves on the north-west coast, set between pine-covered cliffs. Cala Salada is 200 metres long; its smaller neighbour Cala Saladeta (80 metres) has crystal water over sand at 4–5 metres – shallow enough for children to paddle safely. A local, unhurried feel.
• Santa Eulalia – The island’s gastronomic heart on the east coast, with the highest density of quality restaurants on Ibiza. Can Curreu (Michelin-approved farm-to-table, with a 1,000-year-old olive tree on the terrace) and Es Terral (refined Mediterranean with seasonal produce) are the standouts. Nikki Beach is nearby, and the marina makes a pleasant overnight berth.
• Cala Benirràs – Northern Ibiza’s most atmospheric cove, backed by red-brown hills and a distinctive offshore rock formation. Anchoring in 6–12 metres over sandy ground with seaweed. The legendary Sunday-afternoon drum circles attracted bohemian crowds for decades (the tradition began in 1991 as an anti-war gathering), though the municipality has restricted them in recent years.
• Tagomago Island – A private island 900 metres off Ibiza’s east coast, surrounded by a designated marine reserve with exceptional snorkelling. The waters around Tagomago teem with fish, and the endemic Tagomago wall lizard is found nowhere else on earth. Your captain anchors on the sheltered western side while you snorkel over rocky reef alive with wrasse, damselfish and the occasional barracuda.

Best Time to Charter in Ibiza

Peak Season: July and August

The warmest months (30–33°C / 86–91°F) and the liveliest ashore. Beach clubs, superclubs and restaurants are in full swing – Ibiza’s nightlife is at its most electric. Expect busy anchorages at headline spots like Cala Conta and Ses Illetes, especially at weekends. Charter rates are at their highest and the best yachts sell out by February. If these are your dates, book early and arrive at popular calas before 10 a.m.

Shoulder Season: May–June and September–October

Warm and sunny (23–29°C / 73–84°F), with noticeably fewer boats and a more relaxed atmosphere. Most beach clubs open by early May and stay open through mid-October. The sea is warm enough for swimming from late May onward (22–26°C). Rates are typically 15–25% below peak. Many experienced charter guests consider June and September the ideal Ibiza months – perfect weather, lower prices, empty anchorages and a more local feel.

Early and Late Season: April and November

Mild days (18–22°C), cool evenings and very few other boats. Perfect for guests who want to explore Dalt Vila at a leisurely pace, hike the coastal trails and enjoy on-deck dining without the summer crowds. Some beach clubs may be closed, but restaurants in Ibiza Town, Santa Eulalia and San Antonio remain open year-round.

Signature Experiences

• Sunset at Es Vedrà – Anchor off Cala d’Hort and watch the sun slip behind Ibiza’s 382-metre mystical rock as the light catches the limestone face and the sky turns from amber to violet. Your crew serves chilled cava on the aft deck. This is the sunset that sells a thousand charters.
• Formentera Beach Day – Cruise to Ses Illetes for a morning of swimming and paddleboarding in water that genuinely rivals the Caribbean. Lunch at Juan y Andrea (lobster in garlic sauce, tables on the sand), then drift south to Cala Saona for a sundowner swim in its ochre-cliffed horseshoe bay before heading back to Ibiza.
• Blue Marlin, Cala Jondal – Arrive by tender at Ibiza’s most iconic beach club for a long afternoon of cabana lounging, Balearic beats and Mediterranean sharing plates. Your yacht rides at anchor in the crescent bay, visible from your sunbed. VIP daybeds start from around €100.
• Dalt Vila Walking Tour – Climb the cobbled ramps of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. A local guide can bring the Phoenician, Moorish and Renaissance layers to life in a couple of hours. Finish at the cathedral terrace with panoramic views and a cold drink as the sunset turns the ramparts gold.
• Snorkel Tagomago Marine Reserve – The designated marine reserve around this private island off the east coast supports abundant fish life and underwater rock formations. Your crew anchors on the sheltered western side and provides full snorkelling kit.
• Faro de La Mola, Formentera – If you’re a lighthouse enthusiast (or a Jules Verne fan – he mentioned it in Off on a Comet), take the tender ashore on Formentera’s eastern tip and visit this dramatic 1861 lighthouse perched 120 metres above the sea, with views stretching to Ibiza and beyond.

Yacht Types Available

• Motor Yachts (68’–98’) – Agile and quick, perfect for covering Ibiza’s coast and reaching Formentera in under 30 minutes. Shallow drafts access the tightest calas. All-inclusive crewed charters with water toys, chef and full service.

• Superyachts (100’+) – Ibiza’s Marina Botafoch and Marina Ibiza (Ibiza Magna) accommodate the largest yachts in the Med. A superyacht charter in Ibiza pairs party-season energy with private, exclusive anchorages along the western and northern coasts.

• Luxury Catamarans (60’+) – Stable, spacious and perfect for groups. Sunreef and Lagoon catamarans in the 60’–80’ range offer generous deck space for sunbathing, socialising and on-deck dining, with a shallow draft that puts Formentera’s crystal shallows within arm’s reach.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a yacht charter in Ibiza cost?

Crewed motor yachts (68’–98’) start from around $40,000–$80,000 per week all-inclusive during peak season (July–August). Superyachts (100’+) typically range from $90,000–$250,000+ per week on MYBA terms (plus APA of 30–35% and 21% VAT). Luxury catamarans (60’–80’) start from roughly $35,000–$70,000 per week. Shoulder-season rates (May–June, September–October) are typically 15–25% lower. Enquire with Boatcrowd for a quote tailored to your dates and group size.

Can I visit Formentera on a yacht charter from Ibiza?

Formentera is just 10 nautical miles south of Ibiza and a 25-minute cruise on a motor yacht. Most Ibiza charters include at least a half-day or full-day stop at Formentera – Ses Illetes beach is often the highlight of the trip. Your captain knows the best anchorages for different wind directions and can time the visit for the calmest, clearest conditions. The passage is short enough to go over for lunch and return the same afternoon.

Is Ibiza suitable for a family yacht charter?

Very much so. While Ibiza is famous for its party scene, the island has a quieter side that families love: calm northern calas with shallow water perfect for children, the historic streets of Dalt Vila (treasure-hunt material for adventurous kids), Formentera’s wading-depth beaches, and Santa Eulalia’s family-friendly promenade. Your crew tailors the itinerary to suit all ages, with snorkelling sessions, paddleboard adventures and kid-friendly menus. Portinatx’s three coves on the north-east tip offer some of the best family snorkelling on the island.

What is the nightlife like from a yacht?

Your yacht is your floating hotel, so you can dip into the nightlife as much or as little as you like. Beach clubs like Blue Marlin and Experimental Beach run from midday into the evening with DJs and live music. If your group wants to experience Ibiza’s legendary clubs – Hi Ibiza or Ushuaïa on Playa d’en Bossa – your crew can arrange tenders, VIP tables and transport. Equally, you can skip the clubs entirely and enjoy a private dinner on deck with the harbour lights as your backdrop.

How far is Ibiza from Mallorca by yacht?

Ibiza Town to Palma de Mallorca is roughly 81 nautical miles. A motor yacht cruising at 18–20 knots covers the distance in 4–5 hours; at 12–14 knots, allow 6–7 hours. Many guests combine three or four days in Ibiza with a crossing to Mallorca for the second half of the charter – an excellent way to experience two very different Balearic islands in a single week. The crossing is typically comfortable in summer conditions, with prevailing winds of 5–15 knots.