4 Days Ibiza Yacht Charter Itinerary
Four days from Eivissa pair Es Vedrà sunsets with Formentera’s west-coast coves, Espalmador’s protected shallows and a final lunch off Ses Salines.
IBIZA BOAT CHARTER, PLANNED AROUND THE BEST ANCHORAGES
A four-day Ibiza yacht charter links the island’s dramatic south-west coast with Formentera’s clear, shallow water at an easy private-yacht pace.
Ibiza rewards exploration by yacht because its most appealing coastal stops face different directions and suit different times of day. This Ibiza yacht charter itinerary begins in Eivissa and follows a compact route through the Pityusic Islands in the western Mediterranean, with short passages, long lunches and time to swim before the day boats arrive. Four days is enough to contrast Ibiza’s rocky south-west with the softer beaches of Formentera without turning the charter into a race. Late May, June, September and early October offer warm water, long daylight and generally more space at anchor; July and August bring the liveliest beach-club calendar and the greatest pressure on tables and berths.
After embarkation in Eivissa, the route turns south-west to Cala d’Hort, where Es Vedrà and Es Vedranell rise beyond the anchorage. The second day crosses to Cala Saona on Formentera’s west coast, a compact sandy inlet framed by low red cliffs. Day three moves north to Espalmador, the privately owned island between Ibiza and Formentera, where yachts anchor outside protected zones in pale, shallow water. The final leg returns to Ibiza for Ses Salines, beside the salt ponds and long southern beach, before disembarkation in Eivissa. It is an Ibiza to Formentera boat trip designed for overnight charter guests rather than a rushed out-and-back excursion.
West Coast International matches the route to a hand-picked fleet, from crewed catamarans to fast motor yachts, then adjusts each day around wind, sea state and your preferred pace. Your broker can arrange VIP restaurant and beach-club reservations, advise on the most suitable anchorages with the captain and build provisioning around your party. Explore our Balearics yacht charter hub and yachts for charter before discussing dates, cabin requirements and preferred time ashore. Speak to a West Coast broker for a tailored Ibiza yacht charter proposal.
The route begins beneath Bodrum Castle before turning east to the clear shallows of Orak Island. It then enters the Seven Islands area for pine-backed anchoring in Küfre Bay and continues to English Harbour, a protected inlet in the Gulf of Gökova. From there, the yacht rounds towards Datça town, known for its waterfront, old stone lanes and almond products, before reaching Bozburun, where traditional wooden gulets are still built. Selimiye Bay brings a quiet final evening beside the village quay, followed by the onward passage to Fethiye. This is classic blue cruise Turkey territory, suited to a crewed yacht or a traditional gulet cruise Turkey experience.
West Coast International matches the route to the yacht, not the yacht to a fixed schedule. Your broker selects from a hand-picked fleet, checks realistic passage times with the captain, arranges VIP restaurant and beach club reservations, and adapts each day around weather, swimming preferences and time ashore. Explore our Turkey yacht charter destination and yachts for charter before discussing the right motor yacht, sailing yacht, catamaran or gulet charter Turkey option for your party. Speak to a broker for a route that keeps the best anchorages while avoiding rushed or impractical legs.
WHAT WILL YOU DO IN THIS YACHT CHARTER ITINERARY
4 DAYS OF FUN & RELAX
Es Vedrà Sunset
Cala d’Hort Swim
Fishermen’s Boathouses
Cala Saona Paddleboard
Punta Rasa Cliffs
Espalmador Anchorage
Ses Illetes Tender Ride
Ses Salines Beach
Torre de Ses Portes
Dalt Vila Walk
Lunch AshoreSecluded Anchorages
day 1 - Ibiza: Cala d’Hort
Leave Eivissa after the safety briefing and settle into the yacht as the captain follows Ibiza’s southern coast towards Cala d’Hort. The run is roughly 18 nautical miles and commonly takes about 90 minutes to two hours on a displacement yacht, less on a fast motor yacht. Swim beneath the cliffs, then take the tender ashore for lunch near the fishermen’s boathouses. The afternoon belongs to paddleboards and a slow cruise past Es Vedranell, with Es Vedrà kept at a respectful distance. Anchor or reposition for the evening according to wind and the captain’s advice.
day 2 - Formentera: Cala Saona
Morning departure carries the yacht across the channel to Formentera, with approximately 15–20 nautical miles to cover depending on the overnight position and chosen track. Cala Saona is the west coast’s only substantial sandy cove among the surrounding cliffs, making it a natural place to slow the pace. Drop anchor in suitable depth, swim before lunch and explore towards Punta Rasa by tender or paddleboard when conditions allow. A table ashore can be reserved, or the chef can serve lunch on deck. Stay for the west-facing sunset, then dine on board under the quieter evening sky.
day 3 - Formentera: Espalmador
A relaxed start suits the short move north from Cala Saona to Espalmador, usually around 10 nautical miles by the coastal route. The captain will select an authorised anchoring position and protect the Posidonia seagrass, using moorings where required and available. Spend the morning in the clear shallows, launch the water toys and take the tender towards Ses Illetes for a beach walk or lunch reservation. Espalmador itself is privately owned, so access and shore activity must follow current local rules. Return to the yacht for an unhurried afternoon, then plan the overnight position around forecast wind and swell.
day 4 - Ibiza: Ses Salines
Cross back towards southern Ibiza early enough to enjoy Ses Salines before the busiest lunch period. From Espalmador, the passage is approximately 8–10 nautical miles and often takes around an hour on a displacement yacht. Swim off the long beach, walk towards Torre de Ses Portes or let your broker secure a table at one of the established beach restaurants. The nearby salt ponds form part of the Ses Salines Natural Park shared by Ibiza and Formentera. After lunch, cruise the final 6–8 nautical miles to Eivissa for disembarkation, leaving time for a last view of Dalt Vila from the harbour.
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An itinerary on paper and an itinerary at sea are two different things. Weather shifts, a favourite restaurant is fully booked, a berth in the marina you wanted is gone by June. This is where a broker earns their place: West Coast International is a member of MYBA and ECPY, and every route we propose has been sailed, checked and refined with the captains and crews who run it.
On this route, that means timing Cala d’Hort for the Es Vedrà light, securing the right lunch table on Formentera and choosing an Espalmador anchorage that respects weather, local rules and Posidonia protection.
Your broker builds the charter around you, not the other way round: the yacht that fits your party, VIP reservations at restaurants and beach clubs that don’t answer the phone in August, provisioning to your tastes, and a single point of contact from first call to final disembarkation. Browse our charter yachts or speak with a West Coast broker – we reply within 12 hours.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Late May, June, September and early October are strong choices for this route because the days are long, the sea is usually warm enough for swimming and anchorages are less pressured than in peak summer. July and August suit guests who prioritise the full beach-club and nightlife calendar, but restaurant reservations, berths and suitable yachts should be secured early.
Pricing depends on yacht size, age, crew, season and whether the owner accepts a four-day booking. As broad weekly guidance, crewed sailing yachts and catamarans may begin around €25,000–€60,000, motor yachts often range from roughly €40,000 to well above €100,000, and larger superyachts cost more. Add applicable Spanish VAT, APA and any delivery or repositioning charges stated in the proposal.
The sample route embarks and disembarks in Eivissa, also known as Ibiza Town. The exact marina is confirmed in the charter agreement and may depend on berth availability, yacht size and operational requirements. Ibiza Marina, Marina Botafoch and other local facilities can serve the area, but guests should rely on their broker’s final joining instructions rather than assume a specific berth.
Yes. Cala d’Hort, Cala Saona, Espalmador and Ses Salines form a sample four-day route, not a fixed schedule. Your broker and captain can change the sequence, substitute a weather-safe anchorage, add more time ashore or prioritise restaurants, water sports and quiet bays. Final daily decisions remain subject to sea state, wind, berth availability and local regulations.
Eivissa to Cala d’Hort is roughly 18 nautical miles. Cala d’Hort to Cala Saona is commonly around 15–20 nautical miles, depending on the yacht’s starting position and track. Cala Saona to Espalmador is about 10 nautical miles, while Espalmador to Ses Salines is around 8–10. At 10 knots, allow approximately one to two hours for most legs.
Motor yachts suit guests who want quick passages and maximum time at anchor. Crewed catamarans offer broad deck space, shallow draught and stability for families or groups, while sailing yachts provide a quieter passage when the wind cooperates. Large superyachts can operate the route but require more advance planning for berths, tender operations and anchoring space. Gulets are less commonly based here.
The Charter Fee includes the exclusive use of the yacht, the services of the professional crew, crew wages and meals, yacht insurance, ship’s linen laundry, and all standard onboard equipment in working order. Operating expenses such as fuel, guest food and beverages, marina fees, local taxes, communications, and other charter-related expenses are not included and are covered through the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), together with any applicable VAT and delivery/redelivery fees.
A shorter charter can combine Eivissa, Espalmador and one Formentera lunch stop, but it becomes closer to an Ibiza to Formentera boat trip than a relaxed multi-day itinerary. Five to seven days allow Cala Jondal, Ses Illetes, northern Formentera or additional Ibiza anchorages. No dedicated West Coast Ibiza itinerary variants are currently verified, so new three-day and seven-day pages should be considered.
Yes, particularly on a crewed catamaran or motor yacht with shaded deck space and an experienced crew. The passages are relatively short, leaving time for swimming, paddleboarding and beach visits. Cala Saona and the waters near Espalmador can be calm and shallow in suitable conditions, but children still require close supervision and the captain may alter stops when wind or swell increases.
They can be combined with Mallorca on a longer charter. The open-water passage from Ibiza to Palma is roughly 70 nautical miles, so a fast motor yacht may cover it in several hours while a sailing yacht needs more time and favourable conditions. For a four-day charter, staying between Ibiza and Formentera gives a better balance of swimming, dining and time at anchor.
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YACHT CHARTERING IN THE MEDITERRENEAN
Yacht Charter Balearics
Link Ibiza and Formentera with Mallorca or Menorca on a longer charter, moving from the Pityusic Islands to Palma’s historic harbour, the Serra de Tramuntana coast or Menorca’s calas.
Yacht Charter Sardinia
Sardinia offers a natural next step for western Mediterranean cruising, with granite coves in the Maddalena archipelago, polished marinas around the Costa Smeralda and longer passages suited to a full-week charter.
Yacht Charter Corsica
Corsica pairs mountain-backed harbours with limestone cliffs at Bonifacio and clear anchorages along the island’s south. It works particularly well for guests seeking a more passage-led itinerary after the compact Balearic route.