About this tour
Sail to Formentera's most pristine anchorages aboard a private boat, spending eight hours exploring turquoise shallows and white-sand coves inaccessible by land. You'll drop anchor at Espalmador and Illetes, two Mediterranean jewels ranked among Europe's finest beaches, with skipper Diego navigating you between stops. The itinerary weaves in paddleboard exploration, mask-and-fin snorkelling through shallow reefs, and drone photography to capture your day from above.
Highlights
- Anchor at Espalmador's crystal shallows, dubbed Europe's Caribbean
- Paddleboard across turquoise water between hidden coves
- Snorkel directly from the boat into rocky outcrops
- Drone footage and stills captured throughout your day
- Illetes beach, consistently rated top five in Europe
- Small group sailing with experienced skipper
What to expect
You'll board in the morning and motor east toward Espalmador, arriving within an hour. The water is so transparent you'll spot seagrass and small fish before entering it. After an hour paddling and snorkelling in the shallows, you'll re-board and head to Illetes, where the beach shelves gently and the sand gleams white beneath your feet. Lunch or a swim break happens here, then back aboard for the return journey. Expect sun exposure, salt water, and a fair bit of time in open water; bring sunscreen and a light cover-up.
Good to know
Paddleboards and snorkelling kit are provided. The drone operator will share photos and videos by day's end. Bring a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and a waterproof bag for valuables. Infants can travel in prams; specialised child seats are available. Not suitable if you have significant heart or breathing concerns.
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.