About this tour
When Alex from our team booked this private catamaran, we got a full day on the water with 12 mates, sailing from Ibiza toward Formentera's quieter coves. It's the kind of setup that works equally well for a birthday crew or a family looking to dodge the island's packed beaches. You've got eight hours to anchor in turquoise shallows, swim, and soak up Mediterranean heat without fighting for deck space. The catamaran comes fitted out with basics—shower, life jackets, cold drinks, and a sound system—though you'll need to arrange and pay separately for a captain from their list.
Highlights
- Swim in secluded turquoise coves away from the Ibiza beach mob
- Twelve-person capacity means your whole group stays together
- Onboard shower and cold drinks included for the full day
- Professional sound system lets you set the vibe
- Works for families, couples, birthdays, or just mates
- Eight hours gives real time to explore, not a rush job
- Crystal-clear water and Mediterranean sun without the crowds
What to expect
You'll start by collecting the catamaran and coordinating with your separately-hired captain (rates vary, so budget for that conversation). The boat itself is well-appointed—you get life jackets, a shower, chilled drinks, and decent music gear. From there, the day unfolds at your pace. Most groups head toward Formentera's quieter anchorages, dropping into coves where the water is genuinely clear enough to see the seabed. There's time to swim, laze on deck, and actually talk without shouting over a DJ booth.
The eight-hour window is generous without being excessive—long enough to feel properly away from Ibiza's madness, short enough that nobody's sick of boat life by sunset. Pacing depends entirely on your group and captain, which is the whole point. Kids stay entertained by the water; adults tend to relax hard. One thing to lock down early: organising your captain. That's not included, and it's a crucial piece.
What travellers say
- Private space for twelve—no crowded tour groups tagging along
- Eight hours is enough time without feeling rushed
- You set the itinerary; captain follows your crew's wishes
- Shower, life jackets, cold drinks, and sound system included
- Formentera's coves deliver genuinely clear, swimmable water
- Suits families, birthdays, couples, or groups equally well
- Captain arranged separately; adds cost and coordination work
- Tight deck space with twelve people on one catamaran
- Sea conditions vary; rough days limit swimming comfort
- No meals included; you're responsible for food and extras
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is genuinely your boat for the day—no sharing decks with forty other tourists, no set itineraries you're forced to follow, no herding onto the next beach stop. If your group wants to anchor for four hours and do nothing, you anchor. Families appreciate the flexibility; birthday groups love the privacy; couples get proper peace. The water really is stunning, and Formentera's bays live up to the hype.
You're paying for the boat and arranging a captain separately, which adds cost and logistics. Early starts suit sailing, so expect to collect the boat in morning hours. The sea can kick up depending on weather—not dangerous, but worth checking forecasts. With twelve bodies on one catamaran, there's a finite amount of deck space; crowded groups might feel the squeeze. Infants need an adult's lap (they list strollers but a boat's a boat—clunky). Swimming ability isn't a barrier, but weak swimmers should wear life jackets, which they provide.
Bring sunscreen, a light cover-up, and flip-flops. The shower's fresh water and basic. Drinks are included but not meals—pack snacks or arrange catering. Group size is capped at twelve. Peak season (June–August) books out; May and September are less hectic. Check weather beforehand.
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.