About this tour
When Charlie from our team took the jet ski out from San Antonio, we pointed the ski north toward the Margaritas Islands—a cluster only reachable by water. The one-hour blast hugs Ibiza's wilder coastline: limestone cliffs, secret coves, and a few dramatic rock formations (including the locally nicknamed 'Gates of Heaven') string together as you motor from Cala Gració through Cala Salada and out to the islands themselves. It's a proper solo-pilot experience—you're in control of your own machine, following the guide through a landscape that feels genuinely remote despite being minutes from the party town vibe of San Antonio Bay.
Highlights
- Pilot your own jet ski—not a passenger seat experience
- Hidden coves and limestone cliffs inaccessible from land
- Dramatic rock formations including 'Gates of Heaven' landmark
- Margaritas Islands—only reachable by sea, genuinely isolated feel
- Guide leads but you set your own pace and comfort level
- Clear water reveals underwater topography as you cross bays
- One hour packs multiple coastline stops without feeling rushed
What to expect
You'll start in San Antonio's sheltered waters, get a quick safety brief and fuel up, then head north with your guide leading. The first part crosses San Antonio Bay—relatively calm—then things get more interesting as you approach Cala Gració and the open coast. The ride itself is bumpy where the swell picks up, especially between headlands. You'll pass Punta Galera and the twin coves of Cala Salada and Saladeta, where the water flattens and you can see straight down. Cap Nunó and the 'Gates of Heaven' appear as you push further out—it's genuinely dramatic coastal scenery. The Margaritas Islands themselves are rocky, windswept, and worth the journey; you'll loop around them before heading back.
Charlie found the pacing works well—you're moving enough to cover real distance, but slow enough to take in each section. The guide reads the swell and knows where the sheltered runs are. Solo control of the ski means you're not at anyone else's mercy, though it does require confidence and focus, especially in chop. Water temperature in summer is warm enough to be pleasant if you fall in, but the thought of it keeps you honest.
What travellers say
- You pilot your own jet ski—real control, not a passenger experience
- Accessible only-by-sea coastline: cliffs, coves, dramatic geology
- Fuel, lifevests, and insurance bundled into one price
- Guide-led but flexible—you pace yourself within group
- Kids from age 8 can join with an adult supervisor
- Physical and bumpy in choppy swell—holding on tires some riders
- Not suitable for spinal issues, pregnancy, or nervous swimmers
- Northern coast exposure means swell varies day to day significantly
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This beats crowded boat tours because you've got your own machine and actual autonomy. The coastline here is genuinely spectacular—cliffs and coves most Ibiza tourists never see. Kids aged 8+ can come (with a parent in a separate ski), and it suits anyone from confident first-timers to experienced riders. Fuel and lifevests are included, plus insurance, so no hidden costs.
It's physical—holding on through chop, steering, balancing. Not suitable if you've got spinal issues or are pregnant. The swell on the exposed northern coast can be lumpy; rough water days might feel less fun and more like holding on for dear life. You need to be 16+ to drive (or 8+ with an adult in control). Group sizes vary, so you might have other skis around you. Peak summer means more people on the water.
Bring a wetsuit or rash guard if you're sensitive to sun and spray. Sunscreen on your face gets washed off fast. The tour leaves from San Antonio and takes about an hour start to finish. Public transport is nearby if you need it. Arrive early for the safety chat.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.