Freediving in Ibiza

Ibiza as a island has the wonderful advantage of having coastline pointing in every direction, so depending on the wind direction you can almost always find good conditions for a dive. Here are some of the great many spots you can enjoy.

Cala Olivera

A beautiful sheltered bay situated on the east coast of the island. Not a typical tourist destination so it’s easy to park well within walking distance of the beach even in high season. A small headland reveals access to deeper waters in the outer bay. This is perfect for training and teaching, and has a spectacular system of caves and swim throughs starting at 15m for intermediate divers.

There is also a great little restaurant for sandy feet fresh fish lunches. Situated at only a 15 min drive from Ibiza town this is a firm favourite for us freedivers.

Portinatx

A small family resort in the north east with many sensational ‘calas’ (small bays). There is a scuba school here and aquatic pursuits here are the name of the game. Underwater scenery is spectacular with a 25m depth accessible by swimming from the shore.

San Miguel

The outer left hand of the bay in this northern Ibiza family resort has a small island called Illa d’es Bosc. This island has spectacular drop offs, submerged boulders, swim throughs and caves and is surrounded by 27m deep sandy plains. Stunning for all levels of freediver.

The fish restaurant ‘Port Balansat’ is in our top 3 in Ibiza and of world beating quality. Perfect for hungry freedivers.

Ses Margalides

These are two islands just off the craggy northern coast near the village of San Mateu. Spectacular swim throughs and arches from 10m to 30m. Although only accessible by boat, its only a 10min ride and a great day can be had here fun diving and also line diving as there is up to 65m of depth close by. A 5 minute ride out to sea and you are in over 100m of water.

Cave of Light

The little known jewel in Ibiza’s underwater crown. Although accessible on foot it’s a steep, hard hike and not recommended to freedivers with equipment, for the sheer physicality of the journey down and up, and also for the obvious safety factor. However, being around the corner from Ses Margalides a boat trip is the way to go.

On the cliff face there is a swim through at 4m revealing a cavernous space with a skylight which sends a huge ’Star Wars’    column of light through the blue water to the bottom at 14m. World class, spectacular. You will not want to leave this place.

Pillars of Hercules

A 5 minute swim around the corner from Cave of Light lies another beauty. An underwater cave system with spectacular swim throughs.

Cala Salada

A favourite training ground of ours is this sensational little bay with two beaches, Cala Salada and her little sister Cala Saladeta. Numbers are controlled here with a shuttle service between 10am and 5pm but outside of those hours there is car access to the waterside.

This quiet bay has access to up to 50m of water for beginners to the more advanced diver and looking west it is the perfect spot for a sunset dive.

Punta Galera

This bay next door to Cala Salada has no beach but is a amphitheater – like formation of flat rocks. Perfect for cliff diving, sunbathing, meditating and freediving. The outer part of the bay has up to 50m of depth accessible from the shore. Also looking west this is a sensational sunset experience.

Es Vedrá

Standing at almost 400m high this magical rock is the most iconic image of Ibiza’s rich folkloric history. Along with its little brother Es Vedranell this is just as magical below the surface.

A boat takes you about 2km from Cala d’Hort for caves, swim throughs, pinnacles and abundant life which sets this dive site apart. Off the southern tip depths drop to over 70m for a spectacular training session at any time of day.

Cala d’Hort beach has 3 of the best fish restaurants on the island for stunning lunches and sunset dinners.

Mariana Platform

This is a sunken fish farm in the Es Freus Nature Reserve of Formentera. More like something from Star Wars this underwater structure of concrete and steel pillars plays host to some spectacular wildlife. Starting at 11m and reaching 32m on the bottom it is truly breathtaking, even for freedivers!