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Top 10 sports activities to do during your holidays in Ibiza

Written on : 19 April 2019

With its paradisiacal beaches and azure blue sea, it’s easy to see Ibiza as an island where it is good to rest. However, if you want to stay in during your holidays, or just want to have a good time, Ibiza offers plenty of opportunities to play sports. Watersports, team sports, or wellness sports, or sports like tree climbing and hiking in the wild, here are our top 10 sports activities to do during your holidays in Ibiza.

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1- Cycle around the island

1- Cycle around the island

Stretching over 572 km2, Ibiza is a small island with many natural areas that can be easily discovered by bike or on foot. Among the easiest ways to get around the island is by bike, and some of the best ones to embark on are from Port d'Es Torrent or from San Antonio. If you are a little more sporty, you can venture on the circuit of Sa Talaia, in the Southwest of Ibiza, which crosses fantastic beaches such as Cala Molí or Cala Tarida. One of the most beautiful mountain bike trails is Camp Bell, which runs through the West of Ibiza, between small valleys, huge fields and typical villages. With family or friends, a bike tour of the island will allow you to explore all the beauties of the island of Ibiza while exercising. A win-win situation! 

2- Practise yoga

2- Practise yoga

Far from popular belief, Ibiza is not just about parties and discos. On the contrary, thanks to the hippie community that landed on the island in the 60s, a zen atmosphere now floats in the air. Thus, thanks to our villas where you can do some yoga, you can disconnect from all the worries of everyday life. If you have the opportunity, we advise you to rent a waterfront villa or a property with an ocean view where you can meditate in total privacy in a relaxing atmosphere. You can also take advantage of the incredible beaches and take a moment to reconnect your body and mind in a beautiful haven of peace and tranquility. 

 

3- Try some kayaking

3- Try some kayaking

On land, Ibiza is exceptional. But it is in the water that the treasures of the island will be fully revealed to you. So, if you have the chance to spend a holiday in Ibiza, take this opportunity to try water sports! In particular, discovering Ibiza on board a kayak will be a unique experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories. On the island, you will find many beachside agencies offering kayak rentals and even stand-up paddle (SUP) rental to visit Ibiza in an unusual way.

4- Discover Ibiza by quad or buggy

4- Discover Ibiza by quad or buggy

Are you a thrill-seeker? Try the quad or the buggy! On the island's dirt roads, you can discover all the beauty of Ibiza’s coves and its coast in an adventurous way! Depending on what you prefer, it is possible to go on this excursion alone or accompanied with a guide who can take you to visit the most beautiful spots of the island of Ibiza. One thing’s for sure: discovering Ibiza on quad or buggy is an unforgettable experience that will remain engraved in your memory, even after you leave this island.

5- Explore the seabed of Ibiza

5- Explore the seabed of Ibiza

Ibiza is also the perfect destination to try snorkeling and scuba diving. The island is home to many dive sites with varied biodiversity, caves, and cracks to explore. So put on your masks and snorkels! Among the most popular diving spots, do not miss Don Pedro, one of the largest shipwrecks in Europe. To explore this magnificent vessel, you will need to dive between 26 and 47 meters deep. However, the interior of the wreck is accessible only to the most experienced divers. You can also go to La Plataforma, in Formentera, during a getaway on this island of Pityuses, adjacent to Ibiza. On this peaceful island, you will find a sunken fish factory that you can explore from 11 to 33 meters deep. Finally, on the East coast of Ibiza, you will also find the reef of Santa Eulalia. Accessible by boat from Cala Martina, this colourful reef has three incredible diving sites to enjoy one of the best sports activities Ibiza has to offer.  Among them, do not miss the lighthouse, the most impressive site in the area.

6- Play a game of tennis

6- Play a game of tennis

Ibiza's sunny weather is perfect for doing outdoor activities. So, if you are traveling with family or friends, it may be a good idea to organize a game of tennis. Tennis is one of the most popular sports in the world, and for good reason! Even though there are tennis clubs on the island, we recommend that you rent a villa with a private tennis court. Thus, you can play in total privacy and practice your favorite sport in ideal conditions.

7- Plan a hike

7- Plan a hike

With its exceptional natural spaces and wild coves, Ibiza is a destination of choice for hiking enthusiasts. For all levels and all physical conditions, these hiking trails will allow you to keep fit during your holidays but also, and above all, to discover the breathtaking beauty of the island's landscapes. Among the best known trails, we recommend you climbing the highest mountain in Ibiza: Mount Sa Talaia. Throughout the hike, you can admire superb views of the coves of the island and especially Cala d'Hort. Far away, one can also see the spectacular islands of Es Vedrà and Es Vedranell. However, this hike remains very popular and attracts many tourists each year. If you prefer quieter areas, we recommend that you walk around Portinatx in the North of Ibiza. From this charming village, you can reach in only a few hours Punta Xarraca; where you can get a spectacular view of the Cala Xarraca, one of the most beautiful beaches of Ibiza. It is also possible to walk in the Ses Salines Natural Park, a natural area filled with incredible biodiversity. 

8- Have fun tree climbing

8- Have fun tree climbing

If you are looking for a more thrilling experience and sport to do in Ibiza, try tree climbing! More than a sport, tree climbing in Ibiza is a real experience that will delight all adventure seekers. There are several activity parks dedicated to tree climbing in Ibiza. In particular, do not miss Acrobosc Ibiza, located between Santa Eulalia and Es Caná. In the middle of a pine zone, this adventure park offers three tree climbing circuits suitable for all ages with zip lines, platforms and obstacles of various difficulties. This is an opportunity to enjoy the weather in Ibiza while having fun with family! The instructors are there to guide you and show you the safety instructions before you start the tree climbing tracks. So, ready for an extra-thrill experience?

9- Go on a horse riding journey

9- Go on a horse riding journey

If you are wondering what sport to do in Ibiza to visit the island off the beaten track, stroll on horseback! By doing so you will discover, in an unusual way, the diversity of landscapes of this Balearic island through a fun activity that will delight the whole family! You will find different equestrian centers in the four corners of the island offering this type of hikes, especially in Santa Gertrudis, San Juan (Sant Joan de Labritja in Catalan) or Santa Eulària des Riu. This is undoubtedly a great opportunity to share beautiful moments with your loved ones while discovering the dazzling beauty of the natural landscapes of the so-called White Island.

10 - Indulge in the pleasures of kitesurfing and windsurfing

If you like thrills and watersports, then kitesurfing is for you! This sport involves gliding over the water while being towed by a kite. Some schools on the island allow beginners as well as the more experienced to try this extreme sport! If you prefer quieter sports, practice windsurfing! Whatever water sport you choose, you will undoubtedly have a fun and memorable experience in the Mediterranean waters of Ibiza. 

As you can see, though the island is well known for its nightlife, there are plenty of sports and activities to do in Ibiza during your stay there, which will guarantee a memorable holiday for you and your family!

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