3-Hour Northwest Coast Excursion: Aquarium and Islas Margaritas
Description
Enjoy a 3-hour boat excursion along the northwest coast of Ibiza, discovering some of the island’s most iconic coastal landscapes. The tour departs from San Antonio, with the first stop at Aquarium Cap Blanc, a natural cave where you can observe a variety of native marine species. During the cruise, the captain shares explanations and interesting facts about the coast and the island of Ibiza, making the journey both engaging and informative. Along the way, you will sail past beautiful coves such as Cala Gració, Cala Gracioneta, Cala Salada, and Cala Saladeta, as well as stunning sea caves. The excursion concludes at the Islas Margaritas, a natural reserve where there is a swimming stop. During this stop, you can make use of the water sports equipment available on board and enjoy the crystal-clear waters. After the swim, a fresh fruit snack and drinks are included, including water, soft drinks, beer, sangria, and white wine.
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The Aquarium Cap Blanc, also known as Sa Cova de Ses Llagostes, is a natural cave located on the west coast of Ibiza, used as an aquarium for decades and managed with a focus on marine conservation and education. It is a former fishermen’s cave built into the cliff, where seawater naturally enters, recreating the natural habitat of local species. During the visit, travelers can observe up close a wide variety of Mediterranean marine life, including groupers, gilt-head bream, sea bass, moray eels, rays, octopuses, and various native fish species, while learning interesting facts about their behavior and the island’s marine ecosystem. The Aquarium Cap Blanc offers an authentic and educational experience, perfect for understanding Ibiza’s marine biodiversity in a unique natural setting, respectful of the environment and suitable for all ages.
Cala Gració and Cala Gracioneta are two of the most well-known and appreciated coves on Ibiza’s west coast, located very close to San Antonio and noted for their easy access and natural surroundings. Cala Gració is a wide, sheltered cove with fine sand and calm waters, perfect for swimming and popular with both locals and visitors. Right next to it is Cala Gracioneta, a smaller, more intimate cove with a special charm thanks to its compact size, golden sand, and crystal-clear waters. During the excursion, the boat sails close to both coves without stopping, allowing travelers to enjoy a privileged view from the sea. While passing by, the captain shares details and interesting facts about their history, features, natural surroundings, and their importance within the San Antonio bay, offering a unique and peaceful way to discover these iconic spots on Ibiza.
Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta are two gems of Ibiza’s northwest coast, known for their crystal-clear waters, golden sand, and protected natural surroundings. Surrounded by pine trees and cliffs, these coves offer a pristine Mediterranean landscape, perfect for admiring the island’s natural beauty. During the excursion, the boat sails past both coves without stopping, allowing travelers to enjoy their stunning views from the sea. While passing by, the captain shares details and interesting facts about the formation of the coves, their ecosystem, and their importance within the Ibizan coastline, providing a unique visual and educational experience.
Punta Galera is a prominent rocky headland on Ibiza’s northwest coast, famous for its steep cliffs, unique rock formations, and panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. This spot combines a stunning natural landscape with a peaceful, wild environment, perfect for admiring the beauty of Ibiza’s coastline from the sea. During the excursion, the boat sails close enough to take in the formations and surroundings from the water, offering travelers a different and spectacular perspective of this iconic point on the island.
The Islas Margaritas, located in the bay of Ses Balandres, are a small group of rocky islets off Ibiza’s west coast, considered a protected natural area of high scenic and ecological value. This area stands out for its exceptionally clear waters, turquoise hues, and almost untouched surroundings, far from crowds. Thanks to the calmness of the area and the richness of its seabed, it is an ideal spot for swimming and snorkeling. During the excursion stop, travelers can swim, relax, and enjoy the sea, as well as use the water sports equipment available on board to explore the surroundings. The combination of wild nature, tranquility, and crystal-clear waters makes the Islas Margaritas one of the most special points of the tour and an unforgettable experience for those wanting to discover Ibiza’s most natural side.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(40)
Bring your own towels and if you buy your ticket with the app be sure to arrive early because you have to go to the kiosk to get a paper ticket
Starting from Sant Antoni de Portmany on a modern catamaran you have the possibility to discover in detail the west coast of Ibiza discovering hidden coves and corners, you will be amazed to see the boat pass between islets that you can almost touch with your hands, see how the height of the cliffs changes while you enjoy a complete explanations by the crew, your mobile or camera will work piecemeal before so much beauty and on the return you can enjoy the possessidoneas at the stop in Cala Salada through its glass bottom and where you will also be presented with a modest but welcome appetizer. Essential.
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We left the port of Sant Antoni de Portmany in a modern catamaran to make this beautiful journey along the west-northwest coast of Ibiza, always sailing close to the coast and at a moderate speed that allowed us to follow the instructions by public address that the crew gave of each area or corner that was visited which made it possible to enjoy full sailing and for more luck the weather accompanied us with sunny day and good temperature. It’s three hours, but they don’t get long because every little cape that bends the boat, every cove that appears in sight and every corner that you discover plus some surprise from the crew make it an unforgettable excursion. Highly recommended.
Muchas gracias por confiar en nosotros. ¡Esperemos volverle a ver pronto!
Absolutely must do activity and soooo cheap for what you get, they are really helpful and friendly the supply sangria and beers and some good snacks. Definitely recommend
The first stop was at the aquarium. This was small, very natural in the rock and with interesting animals. Then the drive to the beautiful, special islands. In the clear, blue sea you could swim in a quiet bay. Then the return journey with drinks and melons. A very friendly crew. The tour is definitely recommended.
Excellent trip - would definitely recommend. Well organised, very friendly crew & great value. The coast line views were impressive and the captain was very informative. As always on a boat trip, good company.
Excursion not suitable for older people who find it difficult to maintain balance or people with a tendency to get dizzy because the boat was moving a lot. There were falls and vomiting. Stop at Illes Margalides for 5 seconds, just enough to take a picture if you are attentive. The stop for bathing in Ses Balandres was fine, although there were no slides on the boat (in the description of the excursion it was indicated that there were). Very friendly staff and lovely Salty Cove! The aquarium is very small but very special. It is a grotto with seawater inlet and is part of the CREM (Marine Species Recovery Center), or so I understand (the excursion itself is a mere transport, they do not explain anything of the aquarium or ses margalides). Before entering we barefoot because the water covered up to our ankles, no one forces you to do it although most visitors did... it is a pleasant feeling. The aquarium staff does not offer any explanation unless you ask... we were lucky enough to ask a girl a question and explained many things about the species that were there. Thank you so much!
Great time, exceptional swimming with ready mask, snorkel and paddle. Drinks on the boat. Visit the small atypical aquarium very well too. Staff at the top and very friendly.
The boat was spacious and we were able to get seats in the shade or in the sun. We had a couple of soft drinks which were included in the trip, there was also sangria or beer available. The little aquarium stop was short but sweet with rays and a small shark amongst other sea creatures and fish. The swim stop was nice, the boat had swim noodles, boogie boards and snorkels available to borrow. Duration of stop was just right. We thoroughly enjoyed our boat trip.
We chose this boat ride thinking it was not too long for our 4 year old and the opportunities to get off would be ideal. Our itinerary said 1/2 hour swim and 1 hour island visit to include the aquarium. We only had about 15 minutes in the aquarium and 1/2 swim. No Life jackets etc so non swimmers can’t partake safely in the sea swim. Therefore apart from the 15 minutes in the aquarium we didn’t get to get off anywhere else. The glass bottom is nice and the cave visits lovely. We really loved the aquarium and would have been happy to stay there longer even though it’s small. So although it was a nice trip the advertised itinerary wasn’t correct and our little boy was bored by the end.
