Blog
Ibizachárter náuticoalquiler barcosbroker náutico

Boat rental in Ibiza: the Horizen Yachting fleet

Yate de lujo navegando en aguas cristalinas de Ibiza con Es Vedrà al fondo
YempleaPublished on July 26, 20266 min read

Ibiza from the sea: a different world

There are two ways to see Ibiza. Those who visit from land, and those who know it from the water. Coves like Cala d'Hort, the rock arch of Es Vedrà, the turquoise waters of Ses Salines or the crossing to Formentera at dawn — none of these experiences can be felt the same way from the shore.

That's what yacht charter is for. And in Ibiza, the broker of reference is Horizen Yachting: a company working with more than 80 vessels from different marinas, covering all budgets and ensuring every skipper is properly certified.

At Yemplea we collaborate with Horizen Yachting precisely because they share our vision: the professional nautical sector needs well-trained, verified crew members who are easy to find. Horizen has also published their own perspective on this collaboration on their blog. If you're a maritime professional looking for charter work in Ibiza, start by creating your Yemplea profile.

What is Horizen Yachting — broker, not marina

Horizen Yachting is not a traditional marina. It's a nautical broker: it works with vessels from multiple operators and offers them through a single booking platform. The advantage for clients is clear: access to a much larger fleet through one point of contact, with boat, skipper and crew selection all curated.

It operates from Marina Botafoc and Marina Ibiza, the island's two reference marinas, and also covers Formentera, Mallorca and Menorca.

The fleet: from speedboat to superyacht

Over 80 vessels. Here's a representative selection by segment:

Speedboats — for small groups or couples

Karnic 702 Nautilus — from €480/day

  • Length: 7.8 m | Beam: 2.45 m
  • Engine: 1 × 200 HP
  • Capacity: 7 people
  • Equipment: VHF radio, snorkel gear, fridge, shower, bimini, sound system
  • Skipper: optional (+€180/day) — suitable for PER licence holders
  • Ideal for: couples, groups of 4-6, cove exploration

Mid-range motor yachts — the fleet's sweet spot

Fjord 40 Open — from €1,250/day

  • Length: 12 m | Beam: 3 m
  • Engines: 2 × Volvo D4 DP 300 HP
  • Max speed: 35 knots
  • Capacity: 11 people | 1 cabin | 1 bathroom
  • Equipment: Sea Keeper stabiliser, electric fridge, paddle board, snorkel gear, sound system
  • Includes: skipper, crew, soft drinks, beers, ice, towels, insurance
  • Ideal for: friend groups or families, full day along the south coast

Axopar 45 Jak — from €1,400/day

  • Length: 14.2 m | Beam: 4.1 m
  • Engines: 3 × 350 HP V10 — one of the fastest boats in the fleet
  • Capacity: 11 people | 2 cabins | 1 bathroom
  • Design: Scandinavian, hydraulic swim platform, electric awning, LED lighting
  • Ideal for: those prioritising speed and contemporary design

De Antonio D50 Open Spartan — from €2,270/day

  • Length: 15.5 m | Beam: 4.4 m
  • Engines: 4 × Mercury 300 HP
  • Capacity: 11 people | 1 cabin | 1 bathroom
  • Equipment: submersible hydraulic platform, electric awning, synthetic teak, LED lighting, cockpit fridges
  • Ideal for: groups wanting generous deck space and sporty performance

Premium motor yachts — luxury without superyacht prices

Riva Rivale 56 Next Level — from €3,100/day

  • Length: 17 m | Capacity: 12 people | Crew: 2
  • Icon of Italian design. Classic Riva lines with contemporary technology

Vanquish VQ52 Casa Atlantis — from €3,600/day

  • Length: 16.2 m | Capacity: 12 people | Crew: 2
  • High-performance Dutch sports yacht with luxury finishes

Stratos 50 Big Escape — from €3,500/day

  • Length: 15 m | Capacity: 12 people | Crew: 2

Superyachts — the complete experience

Princess V72 Ruby Tuesday — from €5,450/day

  • Length: 22 m | Beam: 5.20 m
  • Engines: 2 × Caterpillar 1,800 HP
  • Capacity: 12 people | 3 cabins | 3 bathrooms
  • Crew: skipper + sailor
  • Equipment: WiFi, hydraulic platform, A/C, generator, water maker, Bose surround, TV, jet rib, wakeboard, floating platform, snorkel, paddle board, Seabob and jet ski on demand. Overnight available.

Pershing 72 Sensation — from €5,900/day

  • Length: 22.26 m | Beam: 5.50 m
  • Engines: 2 × MTU 2,000 HP
  • Capacity: 12 people | 3 cabins | 3 bathrooms
  • Crew: skipper + sailor
  • Equipment: WiFi, A/C, generator, water maker, Bose surround, TV, jet rib, wakeboard, Seabob (on demand), jet ski (on demand), floating platform

Pershing 76 The Real Zazzazu — from €4,400/day

  • Length: 23.5 m | Beam: 5.5 m
  • Engines: 2 × MTU 16V 2,000 HP | Max speed: 43 knots
  • Capacity: 12 people | 4 cabins | 3 bathrooms
  • The fastest in its class — extreme speed combined with superyacht finishes
  • Equipment: WiFi, A/C, hydraulic platform, Seabob F5S, floating platforms, paddle board, snorkel, eFoil on demand

Sunseeker Predator 84 Ariyas — from €7,650/day

  • Length: 27.45 m | Beam: 6.50 m
  • Engines: 2 × MTU 2,434 HP
  • Capacity: 12 people | 4 cabins | 4 bathrooms
  • Equipment: WiFi, ABT stabilisers, hydraulic platform, A/C, Bose, Seabob, jet ski, overnight charter available

Arcadia 85 Eternity — from €8,500/day

  • Length: 27 m | Beam: 7.10 m
  • Engines: 2 × MAN 730 HP | Fuel consumption: 200 L/H — the most fuel-efficient superyacht in the fleet
  • Capacity: 12 people | 4 cabins | 4 bathrooms
  • Crew: skipper + chef + 2 sailors
  • Equipment: WiFi, solar panels, zero-speed fin stabilisers, A/C, generator, water maker, Bose, Seabob, wakeboard, jet rib, floating platform. Overnight available.

Sunreef 70 Yolo — from €9,350/day

  • Length: 23.60 m | Beam: 11 m (luxury catamaran)
  • Engines: 2 × John Deere 225 HP | Fuel consumption: 200 L/H
  • Capacity: 12 people | 4 cabins | 4 bathrooms
  • Crew: skipper + chef + 2 sailors
  • Equipment: 50 m² flybridge lounge with bar, 39 kW solar panels, Starlink WiFi, Sonos Bowers & Wilkins sound, hydraulic platform, Seabobs, paddle board. Overnight available.

Pershing 90 Inspiration — from €10,000/day

  • Length: 27.42 m | Beam: 6.23 m
  • Engines: 2 × MTU 2,450 HP
  • Capacity: 12 people | 4 cabins | 5 bathrooms
  • Equipment: WiFi, A/C, generator, water maker, Seakeeper, Bose surround, TV, jet rib, wakeboard, floating platform, Seabob and jet ski on demand. Overnight available.

Magusta 108 Belisa — from €11,000/day

  • Length: 32.92 m | Beam: 7.15 m — the largest vessel in the fleet
  • Engines: 2 × MTU 2,800 HP | Max speed: 36 knots
  • Capacity: 12 people | 4 cabins | 5 bathrooms
  • Crew: skipper + marine engineer + chef + 2 sailors
  • Equipment: Starlink WiFi, Seakeeper, A/C, water maker, jet ski, Seabobs, wakeboard, snorkel, paddle board

Riva 90 Argo Ella — from €12,950/day

  • Length: 28.70 m | Beam: 6.50 m
  • Engines: 2 × MTU 2,650 HP | Max speed: 36 knots
  • Capacity: 12 people | 4 cabins | 5 bathrooms
  • Crew: skipper + chef + 2 sailors
  • Equipment: Starlink WiFi, Seakeeper, A/C, water maker, Bose Hi-Fi, Seabob, wakeboard, jet rib, floating platform. Overnight charter available.
  • Flybridge with glass panels and private bar

Fleet summary table

VesselLengthGuestsEnginePrice/day
Karnic 702 Nautilus7.8 m7200 HPfrom €480
Fjord 40 Open12 m112×300 HPfrom €1,250
Axopar 45 Jak14.2 m113×350 HPfrom €1,400
De Antonio D50 Open15.5 m114×300 HPfrom €2,270
Stratos 50 Big Escape15 m12from €3,500
Riva Rivale 5617 m12from €3,100
Vanquish VQ5216.2 m12from €3,600
Princess V72 Ruby Tuesday22 m122×1,800 HPfrom €5,450
Pershing 72 Sensation22.26 m122×2,000 HPfrom €5,900
Pershing 76 The Real Zazzazu23.5 m122×2,000 HP · 43 knfrom €4,400
Sunseeker Predator 8427.45 m122×2,434 HPfrom €7,650
Arcadia 85 Eternity27 m122×730 HPfrom €8,500
Sunreef 70 Yolo (catamaran)23.6 m122×225 HPfrom €9,350
Pershing 90 Inspiration27.42 m122×2,450 HPfrom €10,000
Magusta 108 Belisa32.92 m122×2,800 HP · 36 knfrom €11,000
Riva 90 Argo28.70 m122×2,650 HP · 36 knfrom €12,950

Navigation areas from Ibiza

Horizen's fleet operates from Marina Botafoc and Marina Ibiza. The most popular routes:

  • South coast: Cala d'Hort, Es Vedrà, Cala Carbó, Cala Vadella — perfect for a full day
  • North coast: Cala Xarraca, Cala Salada, Portinatx — quieter, less July traffic
  • Crossing to Formentera: approx. 1 hour. Ses Salines, Espalmador, Es Pujols — recommended on mid-range yachts and superyachts
  • Inter-island: Mallorca or Menorca — available on vessels with overnight capability

Do I need a licence to rent a boat in Ibiza?

It depends on the vessel and whether you hire a skipper:

  • Without skipper: you need at minimum a PER (Spanish recreational boat licence) for vessels up to 12 metres. For larger vessels, Patrón de Yate or higher.
  • With skipper included: most of Horizen's fleet includes a certified skipper. No personal licence required.
  • Horizen skippers: all hold verified DGMM certification and experience in Balearic charter. Many have a verified profile on Yemplea.

What's included in the charter?

On most Horizen vessels:

  • Skipper (and crew on superyachts)
  • Comprehensive insurance
  • Water, soft drinks, beers and ice
  • Towels and snorkelling gear
  • Paddle board
  • Berth at departure marina

Not included: VAT (21%), fuel, additional moorings, gratuities.

Certified crew — the link with Yemplea

Horizen Yachting works with skippers and crew whose certifications are verified. Many of them have an active profile on Yemplea, Spain's reference platform for nautical employment.

If you're a nautical professional — skipper, deckhand, stewardess, engineer or chef — and want to work with Horizen's fleet or other Ibiza marinas, create your Yemplea profile. It's free, your certification gets verified and companies can find you directly.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Ibiza?
From €480/day for a 7-metre speedboat to €14,950/day for the Riva 90 Argo in peak season. The most popular range (12-16 metre motor yacht with skipper) is €1,250–€3,600/day.

Are there boats available without a skipper?
Yes, the Karnic 702 Nautilus can be hired without a skipper if you hold a PER licence or higher. The rest of the fleet includes a skipper.

Can we go to Formentera?
Yes, it's one of the most requested routes. The crossing takes approximately 1 hour from Ibiza port. Recommended departure before 10am to avoid summer marine traffic.

Where is the base?
Marina Botafoc and Marina Ibiza, Ibiza (07800). Contact: horizenyachting.com — booking@horizenyachting.com — +34 654 836 468.

Are overnight charters available?
Yes, on vessels like the Sunseeker Predator 84 and Riva 90 Argo. Check availability directly with Horizen.

Ready to start your nautical career?

Sign up for free and access boat job offers.

Sign up free