We are talking about one of the most appreciated archipelagos in the Mediterranean Sea: the Balearic Islands. In this article, we will especially focus on the island of Formentera, seen from onboard a yacht.
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Formentera, unlike its “sisters” Ibiza and Majorca, is famous above all thanks to its beaches, its nature, and the relaxed life that reigns on this island. In fact, those looking for nightlife and entertainment are probably more inclined to choose its “bigger sisters” as their destination. Formentera holidays turns instead into a search for relaxation, basking in the sun on one of its exceptionally beautiful beaches.
This small island has so much to reveal even in its hinterland, among salt flats, lagoons, pine forests, and ancient villages, all visitable with little effort while taking a trip by bicycle.
How do you get to Formentera?
Formentera is a rare pearl in the middle of a precious archipelago. This is why we believe it is worth living it to the fullest, and what better way to experience it than by mooring your charter yacht off her famous coves?
Let’s find it out together:
How to reach Formentera?
The island is part of the Balearic archipelago, is the smallest of the four major islands, and is also the southernmost one, facing the Spanish coasts of Valencia and Alicante. It is located a short distance from the southern coasts of Ibiza and relies on it both for the airport stops and for the numerous ferries that guarantee daily connections.
Why rent a yacht here?
Living a boat charter in Formentera on this beautiful kind of boat makes it even more unforgettable. You will be comfortably relaxed onboard while quickly moving from one place to another on the island without wasting time and without worrying about the navigation that your disposal’ crew takes care of. You will be free to stop every evening in a different port or bay to watch unique sunsets and enjoy a 360-degree view of the nature that surrounds you every day.
In short, staying on a yacht is a unique way to experience your holiday and means giving yourself and your family the well-deserved relaxation but also the right fun, including dives in the sea, water games, and the joy of being together.
We suggest a serious and reliable rental company: Your Boat Holiday. The company offers its customers the best solutions in terms of boat tours and crew expertise. Check their websites and ask them for any doubt or information!
Don’t miss our selection of yachts and catamaran to get to Formentera:
- Riva 68 yacht for charter in the Balearics
- Absolute 52 Fly in Spain
- Sunreef 62 in Ibiza
- Lagoon 52 catamaran in the Balearic Islands
- Astondoa 82 in Ibiza, Spain
What to visit in Formentera?
As we said, Formentera is not only known for its sunny beaches but also as a place with centuries-old traditions.
Starting with La Savina, a small port village located in the northern part of the island. This is the real gateway to Formentera as it is the destination for ferries from Ibiza. It is a good place to moor your boat and go ashore to rent bikes, cars, or mopeds and go inland. Not far away are located the characteristic salt lake of Estany Pudent and the beaches of Illetes, Es Cavall d’en Borras, and Platja de Llevant.
The capital of the island of Formentera is Sant Francesc Xavier, a town of about 1000 inhabitants. It is a very simple and characteristic town with a simple atmosphere, with white houses, squares, and cafes where you can relax while sipping a coffee or go shopping in the pedestrian area of Carrer Jaume, full of souvenir shops, artisan shops, and boutiques.
A very popular hippy market is also held in the city during July and August.
The port of La Savina is 3 kilometers away and the beaches of Cala Saona, Es Calo, and Es Migjorn are easily accessible from here.
The natural reserve of Ses Salines is also certainly fascinating. Established in 1995 and witness to a past linked to the salt extraction, it is a precious testimony of the island’s past and a fascinating tourist attraction. The best time to visit them is during the crystallization of the salt when the collection pools are tinged with a soft pink color, the same as the flamingos’ feathers that come here for feeding. During this period, the plays of light that are created in the sunrise and sunset hours are spectacular and unmissable for any photography lover.
Beaches not-to-be-missed in Formentera:
If you have been attracted to Formentera, the reason was almost certainly for its renowned white sand beaches and its transparent water.
Let’s mention some of the best:
Playa ses Illetes is the classic postcard beach of Formentera: a white-sand expanse bathed by a transparent sea reminiscent of the Caribbean.
It is hard to find it deserted as it is one of the main tourist attractions of the island, visited by residents and tourists on a day trip from Ibiza. By mooring your yacht offshore, you can enjoy the best without being overwhelmed by the crowds.
Es Pujols is a wide sandy beach that is partly equipped and partly free. It has maintained a natural aspect, made even more suggestive by the sand dunes behind it. The beach is accessible via a suggestive walk through these dunes on walkways built to protect their delicate ecosystem.
Cala Saona is located in a bay protected on its sides by reddish rock formations while a luxuriant pine forest grows behind it. Its beach is considered to be among the most beautiful on the island, also thanks to its shallow and calm waters that make it perfect for families and children.
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