7-Day Yacht Charter Itinerary from Ibiza: A Day-by-Day Guide

A well-planned 7-day itinerary from Ibiza turns a luxury yacht charter into a seamless arc of coastline, quiet anchorages, and shore-side dining that most visitors never discover. This day-by-day route covers roughly 120 nautical miles at a comfortable pace, threading through Formentera, the south-west coves of Mallorca, and the lesser-visited bays along Ibiza's northern shore. Below is the route our brokers recommend for the 2026 summer season, refined over dozens of charters.

Why a Week-Long Yacht Rental from Ibiza Works So Well

Seven days is the sweet spot for a private yacht hire in the Balearics. It allows enough time to reach Mallorca's Cabrera archipelago—about 55 nautical miles south-east of Ibiza Town—without rushing. You can also dedicate two full days to Formentera, where the shallow turquoise shelf off Playa de Ses Illetes rivals any Caribbean sandbar. A week lets your captain choose morning departures when the Tramontana wind is lightest, typically before 10:00, and still leave free afternoons for tender runs or paddleboarding. Shorter charters often force a choice between the northern coves and the southern islands. A 7-day window removes that compromise entirely, giving guests 6 overnight anchorages and one marina night for provisioning and a proper dinner ashore.

Day 1–2: Ibiza Town to Formentera

Board at Marina Ibiza in the early afternoon. After a safety briefing and settling into your cabins, the captain motors south—just 6 nautical miles—to anchor off Formentera's Espalmador islet before sunset. Day two is entirely dedicated to Formentera itself. Morning at Cala Saona on the west coast, where limestone cliffs frame a 90-metre crescent of sand. After lunch on board, cruise around Cap de Barbaria to Es Caló, a tiny fishing hamlet with a single waterfront restaurant worth the tender ride. Overnight at anchor in the protected bay south of La Savina port. Browse our [fleet in Ibiza](#) to find the right yacht for these shallow Formentera waters—catamarans and yachts drawing under 2.5 metres have the widest anchorage options here.

Day 3–4: South-East Crossing to Cabrera

An early departure from Formentera sets you on a 50-nautical-mile crossing toward Cabrera National Park, reachable in roughly 5–6 hours at 10 knots. Cabrera's main harbour is permit-controlled, so your captain files the mooring request in advance. The water clarity here exceeds 40 metres, and the old fortress above the port dates to the 14th century. Day four is for snorkelling Sa Cova Blava—a sea cave where refracted light turns the water electric blue—and a gentle hike to the lighthouse. Overnight mooring is on a designated buoy; anchoring is prohibited inside the park. This leg distinguishes a charter from a standard boat rental, since permit logistics and swell forecasting require professional crew.

Day 5: Cabrera to South-West Mallorca

A short 12-nautical-mile hop north brings you to the dramatic cliffs of Cap de Ses Salines on Mallorca's southern tip. Round the cape and tuck into Cala Llombards, a narrow inlet framed by 30-metre sandstone walls. Alternatively, continue to the port town of Colònia de Sant Jordi for a dockside dinner. This is a good night for a marina berth—crew can re-provision fresh seafood from the morning market, and guests can stretch their legs along the promenade.

Day 6–7: Return to Ibiza via the Northern Coast

The return crossing from Mallorca to Ibiza covers roughly 55 nautical miles. Depart early and arrive by mid-afternoon at Portinatx on Ibiza's quiet north coast. The bay offers good holding in 6–8 metres over sand and is sheltered from prevailing south-westerlies. Day seven traces the western coastline south, stopping at Cala Benirrás—known for its distinctive fin-shaped rock—before a final swim at Cala Comte, where the seabed shelves gently and the water shifts from jade to deep cobalt. Return to Marina Ibiza by late afternoon for disembarkation.

What to Consider When Planning Each Day

- Yacht size and draft. Vessels over 30 metres may find Cabrera's buoy moorings limited; a 20–24-metre motor yacht is ideal for this route. - Season timing. June and late September offer calmer seas and fewer anchored day-boats. July and August bring livelier nightlife ashore but crowded coves. - Provisioning stops. La Savina (Formentera) and Colònia de Sant Jordi (Mallorca) are the two best re-supply points mid-route. - Crew knowledge. A captain familiar with Balearic mooring regulations—especially Cabrera permits and Posidonia-zone anchoring restrictions—saves hours of bureaucracy. - Tender logistics. Several coves on this itinerary have no dock; a well-equipped tender with a reliable outboard is essential for shore access.

See our [Ibiza day-charter itinerary](#) for a condensed version of this route, and explore the [full Balearic charter guide](#) for longer voyages extending to Menorca.

Plan Your Ibiza Yacht Charter for 2026

A week aboard a private yacht turns the Balearic triangle—Ibiza, Formentera, Cabrera, Mallorca—into a single, fluid experience rather than four separate holidays. Every anchorage on this itinerary has been tested by our captains across multiple seasons, and the routing adapts easily to weather windows or spontaneous detours. The best weeks for 2026 are already drawing interest, particularly the shoulder months of June and September when the light lingers past 21:00 and the sea reads almost flat from Cala Comte to Cap de Barbaria.