Ibiza: Private Sailboat with Premium Open Bar, Food & Music

Ibiza’s best feature may be the water, and this private cruise gives you a handsome 1930s wooden yacht as your viewing platform. You sail from Sant Antoni to Cala Bassa and Cala Comte, with tapas, music, wine, cava, soft drinks, and time in the sea.

I especially like the private space for up to 12 people, which makes this a good choice for a birthday, family outing, or small group of friends. I also like the practical mix of food and water time: you can sit beneath the covered deck for lunch, then use the included snorkel gear and paddleboards.

The main consideration is boarding. One person found the ladder a little difficult for older people, so ask about access if anyone in your group has limited mobility. The boat is listed as wheelchair accessible, but the boarding point and ladder still deserve attention before you reserve.

Key details to know before booking

• A restored 1930s wooden yacht: The boat brings old-school character, with a large covered dining area, tables, chairs, rugs, and XL poufs.
• Two 75-minute coastal stops: You spend time around Cala Bassa and Cala Comte for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, food, and scenic views.
• Private use for up to 12 people: You share the yacht only with your own group and the crew.
• Premium drinks throughout the cruise: Water, soft drinks, wine, cava, beer, spirits, and other premium bar choices are available during the trip.
• Tapas served onboard: Spanish snacks and regional food turn the sailing into a light meal rather than a simple boat ride.
• Sant Antoni departure: Meet the staff at Ibiza Watersports office, Office No. 2 at Sant Antoni Port.

A classic yacht with a relaxed Ibiza plan

The appeal here is not speed or a long list of formal sights. It is the pleasure of moving across Ibiza’s clear water on a small, characterful wooden yacht, then stopping where you can swim and eat.

The 1930s boat has been restored, but the supplied details do not claim it is a museum piece or an untouched original. Think of it as a period-style yacht with old-fashioned charm and modern comforts. The covered dining area matters in Ibiza, where three hours in direct sun can become tiring. Tables, chairs, rugs, and large poufs give you several ways to settle in between swims.

Music plays onboard, adding a social feel. That may suit a birthday or friends’ outing particularly well. If you want a quiet sailing trip with no soundtrack, music is one detail to keep in mind.

The private format also changes the mood. You do not need to fit around strangers, compete for deck space, or wonder who will use the paddleboard next. Your group can decide how much time to spend eating, swimming, taking photos, and relaxing. With 12 people aboard, the yacht should feel active but still personal. A smaller group will have more room to spread out.

Leaving Sant Antoni Port for the open water

You meet the crew at the Ibiza Watersports office at Sant Antoni Port, specifically Office No. 2. There are no hotel transfers included, so you need to make your own way to the port.

The opening cruise is listed at about five minutes. That is a short transfer, but it gives you time to settle aboard and see the coastline from the water before the first main stop. Your guide and lifeguard remain part of the service, and the tour is offered in English, Spanish, and Catalan.

The crew is an important part of the outing. Roberto received particular praise for preparing a lively tapas lunch and helping a birthday group enjoy the day. Ricardo was also described as a helpful captain. Names can change by departure, but the practical point is clear: this is not a self-guided boat rental. You have a crew handling the sailing, food service, safety, and equipment.

The yacht carries a private group of up to 12, plus crew. If you are booking for a full group, the fixed price becomes easier to understand. At $782 for 12 people, the cost works out to about $65 per person. For 10 people, it is about $78 each, and a smaller group pays more per person. That price includes the yacht, crew, drinks, food, and water equipment, so it can be fair value for a group that expects to use all of those parts.

Cala Bassa: 75 minutes for swimming and tapas

Cala Bassa is the first main stop, with about 75 minutes allocated to the area. The schedule allows time for swimming, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, photos, food, and drinks.

You can use the provided snorkeling equipment to look below the surface, or take a paddleboard out for a different view of the cove. The activity list also includes a full range of tasting moments, from cheese and local snacks to tapas, wine, and champagne. In practical terms, this is likely the point where the outing shifts from a simple cruise into a social lunch on the water.

The yacht’s covered dining area gives you a comfortable place to eat. You are not limited to standing around with a plate balanced on your lap. Tables and chairs make the meal easier, while rugs and XL poufs offer a more casual place to sit.

The 75-minute stop sounds generous, but it goes quickly if your group wants to eat, swim, take photos, and use both the snorkels and paddleboards. I would not expect a long, independent beach visit. This is a boat-based stop, and your time is shared between several activities.

One group of 10 used the snorkels and paddleboards, then returned for a substantial tapas lunch with beer and several bottles of wine. That combination suits the schedule well. You can start with the water, dry off, and then settle beneath the deck for food and conversation.

Cala Comte: another hour of water and aperitif time

After another short sightseeing cruise of about five minutes, the yacht reaches Cala Comte. The second main stop also lasts about 75 minutes and includes swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, food, and drinks.

Cala Comte is a strong setting for the later part of the trip because the mood can shift toward an aperitif. The plan includes beer, spirits, wine, cava, champagne tasting, tapas, and regional snacks. You can choose what fits your group rather than being tied to a single drink.

The premium open bar includes water and soft drinks as well as alcoholic choices. That matters in Ibiza’s heat. You can keep drinking water throughout the trip instead of treating it as an afterthought. The bar is available during the activity, but you cannot take drinks away after the boat returns.

As at Cala Bassa, the stop is structured around choice. One person may prefer to swim while another sits under the deck with a glass of wine. A child or non-swimmer can enjoy the boat and food without taking part in the water activities. The private format helps here because your group does not need to match the pace of another party.

The open water also brings a few practical limits. Snorkeling and paddleboarding depend on your comfort in the sea and the conditions at the time. The included equipment is convenient, but this is not presented as a specialist snorkeling trip with a long underwater tour. It is a relaxed coastal stop with several ways to enjoy the water.

Food and drinks that make the price easier to judge

The food is a major part of the value. You receive a wide selection of tapas and snacks, with Spanish and regional items, cheese, and other tasting portions. The schedule includes a meal onboard, brunch-style food, and an aperitif, so you should not think of this as a boat ride where you need to bring your own lunch.

The details do not provide a fixed menu, and choices may vary. If you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or strong food preferences, ask the provider before booking rather than assuming every need can be handled.

Drinks include water, soft drinks, wine, cava, beer, spirits, and premium open-bar selections. The inclusion of wine and cava helps this feel more like a private celebration than a basic excursion. It also means the final price can compare well with arranging a yacht, food, drinks, and equipment separately.

Still, value depends on your group. If you do not drink alcohol, the bar will be less important to you, though water and soft drinks remain included. If your party only wants a short sail and a swim, a simpler boat outing may cost less. This option earns its price through the combination of private use, a restored yacht, catering, open bar, crew, and water equipment.

Paddleboards, snorkeling, and the covered deck

The included paddleboards and snorkeling equipment keep the day simple. You do not need to arrange a separate rental at Cala Bassa or Cala Comte, and your group can move between sitting, eating, and swimming without changing locations.

The paddleboards offer a calm way to look back at the yacht and the coastline. Snorkeling gives you a closer look at the water, although the supplied information does not promise a particular marine site or wildlife encounter. I would book this for easy access to the sea, not for a serious underwater program.

The large deck is one of the yacht’s practical strengths. The covered dining area gives you shade and a place to leave the active part of the day for a while. Music, food, and soft seating also make the boat itself part of the experience, rather than merely transport between two coves.

Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, and sunscreen. Towels are not included, so pack your own. That small omission is easy to overlook when booking a sailing trip, especially if you plan to swim at both main stops.

Who will get the most from this private cruise

I see this as a strong fit for:

• A group marking a birthday or another special occasion
• Friends who want food, drinks, music, and swimming in one outing
• Families who value a private boat and flexible time onboard
• Groups of 10 to 12 who can spread the fixed cost across several people
• People who want a polished boat day without arranging the catering or equipment themselves

It may be less suitable if you want a long, fast sail, a silent nature cruise, or a detailed underwater tour. The schedule gives you two activity stops, but much of the pleasure comes from relaxing, eating, and socializing on the yacht.

Older people and anyone with limited mobility should ask about boarding in advance. The activity is marked wheelchair accessible, but a passenger specifically found the ladder challenging. That does not automatically rule it out, but it makes a direct question worthwhile.

Timing, cancellation, and meeting details

The total activity lasts three hours, with starting times available according to the date you choose. The listed plan includes the departure from Sant Antoni, a short sightseeing cruise, 75 minutes at Cala Bassa, another short cruise, 75 minutes at Cala Comte, and the return to Sant Antoni.

You finish back at the Ibiza Watersports meeting point. Hotel transport is not included, so leave enough time to reach Sant Antoni Port and find Office No. 2.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. The reserve-now-and-pay-later option also helps if your Ibiza schedule is still changing. The activity offers skip-the-line access through a separate entrance, though the main advantage here is the private boat rather than a long attraction queue.

Should you book this Ibiza yacht trip?

Book it if you want a private social day built around a handsome old wooden boat, two swim stops, generous drinks, tapas, and easy access to paddleboards and snorkeling gear. The strongest value comes when you have a large group, especially close to the full 12-person capacity.

I would also book it for a birthday or reunion. Roberto’s attentive hosting and Ricardo’s helpful captaincy show the kind of personal service this format can provide, though crew names may differ on your date.

Think twice if boarding assistance is important, if you do not care about alcohol or catered food, or if you want a long-distance sailing adventure. For most small groups looking for an easy, festive Ibiza afternoon, this three-hour cruise combines the right ingredients without asking you to organize them separately.

FAQ

Where does the yacht trip start?

You meet the staff at the Ibiza Watersports office at Sant Antoni Port, Office No. 2.

Where does the activity finish?

The cruise returns to the same meeting point at Sant Antoni Port.

How long does the private cruise last?

The activity lasts three hours.

How many people can join the private yacht trip?

The yacht accommodates a private group of up to 12 people, in addition to the crew.

What food is included?

The service includes a wide selection of tapas and snacks, with Spanish and regional food, cheese, and other tasting items.

What drinks are included?

The premium open bar includes water, soft drinks, wine, cava, beer, spirits, and other premium bar options during the trip.

Are snorkeling equipment and paddleboards included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and paddleboards are included.

What should I bring?

Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, sunscreen, and a towel. Towels are not provided.