Ibiza Boat Parties 2026: Best Operators, Routes, Prices and What to Book

An Ibiza boat party is the island's signature day trip: 4 to 6 hours on the water, a DJ, drinks included, stops for swimming, followed by a transfer to a superclub night. In 2026 the boat party market is bigger than ever, with a dozen operators running daily through summer. This guide covers which one to book, what to expect, and how to get it right.

The Main Operators

• Pukka Up: the most established Ibiza boat party brand. Sunset cruise is the flagship (Friday evenings, 4 hours, with DJs and open bar options). Extensions into club-entry packages.
• Float Your Boat: daytime booze cruise format, drinks inclusive, 4 to 5 hours, strong party vibe, typically departs Playa d’en Bossa.
• Oceanbeat: the biggest daytime party boats, 500 capacity, DJ name bookings, departures from Playa d’en Bossa.
• Ibiza Rocks Boat Party: linked to Ibiza Rocks Hotel, festival-style daytime events on board.
• W Ibiza and Nobu Hotel charters: high-end branded experiences, smaller groups, luxury DJs.
• Private charters: available from 500 to 5000 euros per day for 8 to 20 people, own DJ optional.

Day Boat vs Sunset Cruise

These are two fundamentally different experiences. Day boats (11am to 4pm) are full party, open bar, swim stops, 200 to 500 guests, DJs playing house and commercial. Sunset cruises (6pm to 10pm) are more refined, drinks inclusive but moderated, capacity 100 to 300, one stop for sunset photos and swimming. If you're doing one, pick sunset for the views, day for the party.

What's Included

• Transfer from Playa d’en Bossa or Ibiza Town to the boat (most operators).
• 4 to 6 hours on board.
• Open bar or a set number of drinks (read the fine print).
• DJ set (house, commercial, occasionally tech-house).
• One or two swim stops in scenic coves (Formentera or Cala Salada).
• Basic food or snacks (varies, often not included, bring cash if you want more).
• Many packages: club entry that night at Pacha, Hï or Ushuaïa.

Prices 2026

• Pukka Up sunset cruise: 70 to 100 euros.
• Float Your Boat / Oceanbeat day boat: 65 to 110 euros.
• Day boat with club entry combo: 120 to 180 euros.
• Branded luxury charter: 250 to 500 euros per person.
• Private charter (6 to 20 people): 500 to 5000 euros for the group.

Where Boats Depart

• Playa d’en Bossa pier: the main departure point. Most day boats and several sunset cruises.
• Ibiza Town marina: sunset cruises and Pukka Up.
• San Antonio marina: some west-coast-focused cruises and Formentera day trips.
• Santa Eulalia: fewer departures, boutique charters.

Safety and Practical

1. Sunscreen: minimum SPF 30, apply before the boat, reapply after every swim. The sun on the water is brutal.
2. Water and food before the boat: open bar is generous, have food in your stomach.
3. Seasickness: flat-calm most of the season but if you're prone, take a tablet 30 min before.
4. Cash: for extras on board (some items aren't in the package), and for the taxi back to the hotel.
5. Swimwear: wear it under your clothes for the transfer. Bring a towel.
6. Phone waterproof case: optional but smart. Boats drop phones regularly.

Day-to-Night Combination

The classic Ibiza sequence: afternoon day boat 1pm to 5pm, recovery from 5pm to 8pm, Ushuaïa from 8pm to midnight, a superclub from midnight to 6am. It's aggressive but it's the iconic Ibiza long-day format. If you plan it, eat properly in the recovery window and don't skip hydration. You'll be on your feet for 16 hours.

Private Charters: When It Makes Sense

For groups of 6 to 10, a private charter often works out better than commercial boat parties. You control the route, playlist, stops and pace. Budget: 700 to 2500 euros for a half-day, 1500 to 5000 for a full day. Includes captain and crew. Book through a local broker on Ibiza or via a yacht agency. Book a month out for peak weeks.

Ibiza boat parties are the best way to get the Mediterranean part of the island into your trip, especially if you're mostly clubbing at night. Pick one, book a week ahead, pace yourself, and it's the day of the trip people talk about afterwards.