The beach of Talamanca is one that is known for its excellent family atmosphere in combination with its proximity to the city. You can arrive to this beach walking only 20 to 30 minutes. Formerly, the beach of Talamanca was linked to the bay of Ibiza but, when building the pier of Marina Botafoch at the end of the 80s, it was separated. In the past I would refer to Talamanca as “the port for the poor” since all those who could not afford to pay the excessive prices of the moorings of the nearby marinas of the port of Ibiza were constantly anchoring at this beach.
To resolve the dilemma of the overload of Ibiza yacht rental that demand docking in one of the four marinas of the port of Ibiza, leaving a scarce, almost nil, supply of moorings in high season offered by these marinas, the authorities are studying the possibility of placing ecological mooring buoys in Talamanca. The Town Hall of Ibiza began in 2016 with a basic project of ecological anchorages in the Ibicencan bay. With this project, the oceanic Posidonia fields of lbiza and Formentera will be recovered. These meadows represent one of the lungs of the Mediterranean and thanks to them Ibiza and Formentera can boast their turquoise and transparent waters.
Known for its excellent family atmosphere in combination with its proximity to the city, Talamanca beach is only a 20 to 30 minute walk from Ibiza town.
The ports of Ibiza are exhilarating, the sweetest victory for a skipper after a long journey. Simultaneously, departing from a marina on a rental boat in Ibiza opens up a world of new landscapes and unimaginable adventures.
The ports of Ibiza (Eivissa), San Antonio and Santa Eulalia, located primarily in the heart of each city, are the main marinas (and, for now, the only marinas) on the island of Ibiza. They offer a full range of services for those stopping by with their vessel or wanting a yacht charter in Ibiza.
The ports of Ibiza are exhilarating. They are the sweetest victory for a skipper after a long journey and the start of a thrilling new adventure for those that depart.
Portitxol is an exquisite delight that this magnificent island in the Mediterranean offers us. This natural harbour on the north coast is guarded by the cliffs of Cap des Rubió, 300 metres high, and Punta de Sa Galera. Its shoreline, consisting of pebbles and gravel, is closed and sheltered from the wind.
This beautiful cove can only be reached on foot or by sea, aboard one of our boat hire in Ibiza, making it even more unique and adventurous.
Torrents are natural streams of water that form between areas of cliffs and mountains. They have steep slopes, irregular flows and a great deal of erosion capacity. In Ibiza, most of the coves were formed by the large amount of water that formerly ran through these areas until reaching the sea. Cala Portitxol was also formed by the natural outlet of a torrent, that of Sa Marina d’en Besora.
The best way to truly see the beach of Portitxol and its surroundings is from above.
Although hard to believe, there was a time when the sea and boat rental in Ibiza were not crucial for the inhabitants of the islands. A good example of this is from back in the fourteenth century, in the port of Santa Eulalia, when the people were more concerned about the river having a continuous stream of water to operate the flour mills than the sea. Bread was the staple food and all the islanders would come to the flour mills to grind. The river and the mills were the seed of the town of Santa Eulalia del Río or Santa Eulària des Riu (in eivissenc).
Now, in the 21st century, the sea is the result of the municipality of Santa Eulalia. Water is still the source of wealth but, now that the river is mostly dried out, we live from the abundance of the Mediterranean Sea. Although it is not an ocean and it is often referred to the sleeping sea, it provides us with plenty to live off of.
Located between forest and sea, Santa Eulalia is a family oriented town populated by mostly locals all year round.
With capacity for 763 boats, Marina Santa Eulalia is the harbour with the largest number of moorings on the entire island of Ibiza. Not only does it dock personally owned boats but it also holds boat hire in Ibiza. Marina Santa Eulalia offers all of the services that can be requested from a port. From the basics- such as a fuel station, showers, toilets, parking, water, electricity, and 24 hour assistance- to the more enjoyable services that are not always offered- supermarkets, laundry, bars and restaurants, paddle tennis courts, beauty parlour, etc. Located in the third most populated city of the island, you practically have everything you need and want at your fingertips.
Marina Santa Eulalia is not only pleasing to the eye and clean, it also offers a variety of services that go beyond the basic necessities.
The head office of the Nautical Club of Santa Eulalia del Río is located at the main entrance of the port. The Club does significant work to promote nautical activities, with the celebration of regattas and the Tornado Class World Championship being a few of the more known events.
Enjoying the beautiful day in Santa Eulalia to get some sailing in.
The best restaurants and bars of the port of Santa Eulalia
The marina has around 20 restaurants with an array of gastronomic styles. Offering a range of options, you can find anything from Ibizan and Mediterranean cuisine, grilled meats or Italian dishes to Asian, British and even German plates.
When hunger surfaces during my walk through the port of Santa Eulalia, the first spot that comes to mind is Rincon del Marinero and the delicious octopus that they serve. That is if the mouth-watering aroma that comes from Estel restaurant doesn´t stop me first! Another smell that catches me when walking through the port of Santa Eulalia is that which comes from the restaurant Estel. Located at the confluence of the promenade and the marina, and open all year, they definitely fuse art with the most traditional recipes.
Enjoy a spectacular meal with incredible views at restaurant Estel in Santa Eulalia.
In general, the area of Santa Eulalia provides several funky spots to enjoy music and other live performances. You might even want to do so with the company of some exquisite artisan ice cream. If so, Miretti is certainly worth a stop.
If after a full day on board one of our catamaran charter in Ibiza what you really want is a fun night out in the town, we highly recommend checking out Guarana– the perfect small neighborhood club to spend hours dancing to different styles of music.
Formalities for entry into the port of Santa Eulalia
Unlike many ports world-wide, marina Santa Eulalia has no problem letting dogs join in on the fun.
All the crew members of any Ibiza yacht hire that wish to dock in port should follow the following instructions:
Communicate by VHF (Channel 9) and follow the instructions of the harbourmaster.
You must then go to the head office with the current documentation and insurance of the boat. Here, they will have you fill out a form with your boat´s information. At this point you may also contract any port services you may need throughout your stay.
24 hours prior to leaving port, you must let it be known in the same office you first registered in and liquidate the contracted services. The latest time to leave the dock on the day of departure is 13:00 hours: (+34) 971 33 61 61.
Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta (39º006N-001º177E) are exceptionally close to the port of San Antonio. Orientated towards the west, these beaches will allow you to experience sunsets you thought could only be found photoshopped for postcards. Located between cliffs and surrounded by forests and native plants, such as rosemary and rockrose, Cala Salada is considered one of the five best beaches in Ibiza. It is one of the most visited coves appreciated by those who opt for a boat rental in Ibiza.
The shore of Cala Salada measures a length of approximately 90 metres with a width of about 10 metres. Forming part of the same coast and sharing this body of water, Cala Salada is followed by its neighboring cove Cala Saladeta, which is noticeably smaller than its counterpart.
Although the floor of Cala Salada contains oceanic Posidonia, there are patches of sand that make this cove suitable for anchoring. Offering depths of between four and five metres, on days when the wind is blowing from the north, this beach is the perfect haven for a yacht charter in Ibiza to take shelter. Due to the massive crowds that visit daily, roads are often blocked making it extremely difficult to access this gem without the use of public transportation. It is no wonder why many choose to enjoy this beach on board a catamaran hire in Ibiza.
The bay of Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta is wide and best seen with a drone.
The gorgeous beach of Cala Benirras is another one of the many gifts that the northern coast offers our catamanan rental in Ibiza. Located between the tips of the cave S’Orenga and Blanca, this deep bay penetrates to the mainland with a slope of minimal incline. Its beach, measuring 160 metres long and 40 metres wide, is petite in size but colossal in beauty.
Due to its extreme protection from the wind, Cala Benirras is a popular anchorage amongst all Ibiza yacht charter and our clients who want to relaxingly admire the spectacular sunsets. On weekends, especially during the summer months, these breathtaking views are accompanied by the echoes of the drums played by the passionate hippies of the island and its appreciative crowd. The International Day of Peace is an event that is celebrated long into the night on this incredible beach.
Although Cala Benirras is located on the north part of the island of Ibiza, it actually faces west. For this simple reason, it is the only beach on the northern coast from which we can experience astonishing sunsets, which of course are that much more enjoyable if we watch it on board our boat hire in Ibiza.
Spectacular view of the bay of Cala Benirras from sea.
Cala Tarida is one of the most remarkable beaches of the islands, to which we often visit with our boat hire in Ibiza and Formentera.
Our exhilarating boat rental in Ibiza either begins in San Antonio (or from the South of Ibiza island depending on the water conditions). Sailing past Cala Bassa and Cala Conta, we will continue between Isla del Bosque and Isla Conejera, where we will head south until we arrive at Cala Tarida– located on the west side of the stunning island of Ibiza. Attracting a vast amount of tourism during the summer months in Ibiza, we must all work together to conserve this extensive beach that shares its immense beauty with us year round.
Providing easy accessibility with possible parking on the beach, Cala Tarida is a good option for families with children or those with mobility difficulties. Still, you cannot deny that there is no better way to discover the coves, avoiding the summer crowds, than from the sea. Gathering with friends and jumping on board a yacht charter in Ibiza will lead you to explore the unimaginable. It will open doors to experiences that cannot be lived by land.
A quick stop for some fun in the sand at Cala Tarida.
Our Cranchi 39 Endurance yacht, available for rental in Ibiza, is a magnificent motor boat with an Italian design that perfectly combines comfort and speed! With a length of 11.9 meters and a width of 3.5 meters, this rental yacht in the islands of Ibiza and Formentera offers all the necessary to enjoy a boat trip along the most impressive transparent waters in the Mediterranean Sea! And what’s best, this year we also include a Paddle Surf board and Snorkel Equipment!
On board our Cranchi 39 Endurance motorboat you will find two double beds, located both in the front and in the back, for your comfort. With the built-in soft top bimini, you can also choose to bask in the shade while still enjoying the stunning views and sea breeze.
