With its climate, landscape and beautiful sea, many families flock to Ibiza to enjoy some Balearic bliss. It's the ideal holiday destination for families large and small, whether you have young kids or older ones.
Once on the island, there are a wide range of activities on both land and water to keep everyone entertained.
Here is our selection of some of the best ones for you and the family to enjoy the island to the max.
MEET THE SEA
SAN ANTONIO
The Meet The Sea family boat tour makes for an exciting and educational aquatic adventure. Departing from the port of San Antonio, you'll explore the most beautiful spots of Ibiza's coastline. Children and adults will learn more about the delicate eco system and marine life surrounding the Balearic islands. During the trip you will enjoy snorkelling safaris, a healthy lunch on board, fun activities for the kids and - for the grown-ups - cocktails to toast the end of an adventurous day!
Bam-Bu-Ku by O Beach
SAN ANTONIO
Bam-Bu-Ku is an outdoor waterpark and restaurant designed like a tropical lagoon, offering plenty of fun activities and events for families. Located next to sister venue O Beach Ibiza, you can stroll in right from the seaside promenade that runs along the bay of San Antonio. One of Bam-Bu-Ku's biggest attractions is the FLOWRIDER, a wave machine where children and adults can ride the powerful swell of water and take surf lessons. There is also a beautiful swimming pool lined by comfortable day beds for those who prefer to relax. Enjoy lunch or dinner with live music and DJ sets, costumed characters, and face-painting to keep children and grown-ups alike entertained.
Beach hop cruise
SAN ANTONIO
Visit some of the finest beaches of San Antonio Bay and discover the surrounding islands and caves on a Beach Hop Cruise. Board your glass-bottomed boat in San Antonio and set off for a leisurely 5-hour cruise to Cala Bassa and Cala Conta beaches to splash around in the warm, shallow waters. Choose between a daytime or sunset cruise.
STAR BOATS
SAN ANTONIO
Star Boats Ibiza is the perfect way to enjoy a family day sailing in the crystalline waters of the west coast of Ibiza. You'll be your own captain, and can rent these little boats either for a full day or half a day. No license is necessary. You will be fully briefed on how to drive the motor boat yourself. Even without any previous experience, you are bound to find it remarkably easy.
Kids will love the intimacy and feel the spirit of adventure as you discover picturesque bays, rugged coastlines, mysterious caves and small islands around San Antonio. Bring ice to store in the coolbox provided, some drinks and a picnic and discover the real Ibiza all by yourself.
Acrobosc Ibiza adventure land
SANTA EULALIA
Nestled amid the pine trees near Santa Eulalia is Acrobosc adventure land. The climbing parkour requires perseverance, mental aptitude and endurance to complete. With three circuits of varying levels of difficulty, there are options for everyone from ages three upwards. Navigate a variety of obstacles, including tightropes, zip slides and cargo nets. This is two and a half hours of adrenaline-filled fun, regardless of how old you are.
Hasha electric bike tours
SIESTA near Santa Eulalia
Dive into the wild nature of Ibiza on an electric bike with Hasha Ibiza. Departing from Siesta, start your own adventure following the recommended routes down country lanes, through organic farms and beautiful beaches taking in the varied countryside.
Suitable for all ages and with no training required, this is fun and sustainable adventure for the whole family! Remember you can pedal or let the electric bike kick in when you need a rest.
Aquarium Cap Blanc
SAN ANTONIO
At Aquarium Cap Blanc, natural limestone caves have been turned into a living, breathing aquarium. In several pools you can observe, close-up, much of the marine wildlife that inhabits the waters around Ibiza and Formentera. Fishes, rays, sharks, octopuses and even the occasional turtle. Here the bar and sea view just adds to this small place as an attraction.
Our tip: a fun way to get there is on the Captain Nemo boat, tickets include the entry fee to the caves and children under 7 don't pay.
SAGA IBIZA
IBIZA TOWN
Saga Ibiza is a beautiful, stylish classic schooner offering two amazing 6-hour sailing tours from Ibiza Town to Formentera - one for adults only, and the other for all the family. Kids love the experience because of all the ‘pirate’ touches - both the boat and its crew. The trip includes a delicious paella lunch, a welcome drink, tasty appetisers and snacks. Further drinks such as soft drinks, wine and beer are available from the bar on board. While at anchor, there is plenty of time for snorkelling or exploring the waters on stand-up paddle boards. Jumping into the crystal-clear water and snorkelling around the boat is a special and unforgettable thrill for kids.
For more ideas for activities to enjoy with the family head to our family fun section.
