Daydream Boats Ibiza Rental: Self-Drive Snorkel Boat from San Antonio for 5
Quick answer
The Daydream Boats Ibiza rental costs $309 per boat for up to 5 people, from 4.5 to 8.5 hours, with fuel, insurance, snorkel gear and a briefing included.
A €400 security deposit is due, food and drink are not included, and GetYourGuide rates it 5.0/5 from 29 reviews.
Daydream Boats Ibiza
San Antonio: Snorkeling on your own boat without a license for up to 5 people
5.0 (29) · from $309
The Daydream Boats Ibiza rental is a self-drive motorboat hire on the west coast near San Antonio for up to five people, with a canopy, a bow sundeck, a depth sounder and snorkel masks. It is one of three rentals on my boat rental in Ibiza page.
The detail that changes the decision is the licence. The listing title says no licence is needed, but Spain changed the exemption for small boats on 1 October 2026 and says renters must hold a title. The listing text does not say how Daydream handles that, so ask before you pay.
| Operator | Daydream Boats Ibiza |
|---|---|
| Boat and capacity | Self-drive motorboat with Bimini canopy and bow sundeck, up to 5 people; engine size not stated |
| Price | $309 per boat (about €275 at 0.88865 EUR per USD, 2026-10-16); $62 per person for five; price varies with date and group |
| Duration | 4.5 to 8.5 hours; start times shown after you pick a date |
| Start point | Pin on Ibiza’s west coast, no street address on the page - pin on Google Maps |
| Included | Fuel, VAT, full insurance, snorkel gear, ice, safety gear, rescue boat, GPS locator |
| Not included | Food and drinks, hotel pickup and drop-off |
| Deposit | €400 by cash or card, refunded at the end |
| Not suitable for | Pregnant women; pets not allowed |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before |
| Rating | 5.0/5 from 29 reviews on GetYourGuide (value for money 4.9) |
What do you get with the Daydream Boats Ibiza rental?
You get a whole small motorboat with fuel, insurance and snorkel masks for a block of hours, a short practical lesson, and no skipper. The equipment list names GPS, a depth sounder and a rescue boat.
- Comfort: Bimini canopy, sun lounges with mats, a bow sundeck and a swim ladder.
- Navigation: Garmin GPS depth sounder, GPS locator and an electric starter.
- Safety: safety gear, anchor, rescue boat and full insurance.
- Extras: Bluetooth music system, waterproof bag, 2 snorkel masks and ice.
Is the Daydream Boats Ibiza rental really licence-free?
The listing title says yes, but the Spanish rule behind it changed on 1 October 2026, and I could not confirm from the page how Daydream applies it. Real Decreto 1188/2025 rewrites article 10 of the nautical titles decree.
| Point | Rule |
|---|---|
| Boat | Private use of a motorboat up to 5 m long with at most 15 CV and no power-reducing device |
| Distance | No more than 2 nautical miles from the port, marina or beach of departure |
| Time | Daytime navigation only |
| Age | 18 or older |
| Rentals | The decree’s preamble says the renter of such a boat must hold the corresponding title |
The text is on the BOE page for the decree. Two reviews are dated 13 October 2026, after the change, and both say the instructions were easy and no previous experience was needed; neither says whether a title was checked.
Where does the boat hire start?
The listing shows only a map pin on the west coast and no street address or pier name, so I cannot name the dock. Open the pin on Google Maps.
The price excludes hotel pickup. Ask Daydream for the exact meeting point and arrival time after booking, and allow time for the briefing and the deposit.
Where can you go, and what is there to see?
The listing points to the island’s west coast and names four beaches to anchor at; it gives no sailing times or distances, so I do not estimate them.
| Cove | What the listing says | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Cala Conta | White sand, turquoise water, anchor and swim | Cala Conta |
| Cala Bassa | Anchor and swim | Cala Bassa |
| Cala Salada | Anchor and swim | Cala Salada |
| Cala Gració | Anchor and swim | Cala Gració |
All four are named as examples, not a fixed route. The decree’s 2-mile limit from the departure point would shape which of them you can reach, so ask Daydream where your boundary is.
What is included and what do you pay extra for?
Fuel, VAT and full insurance are in the price; food, drink and hotel transfers are not, and the €400 deposit is held separately. The includes list on the marketplace page also lists food and hotel transfers, but the not-included list contradicts that, so I trust the latter.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Boat, fuel, VAT, full insurance | Included |
| Lesson on operating the boat | Included |
| Snorkel gear, ice, safety gear, rescue boat | Included |
| Food and drinks | Not included |
| Hotel pickup and drop-off | Not included |
| Security deposit | €400, cash or card, refunded |
Bring a towel and water, as the listing asks.
How does it compare with other Ibiza boat rentals?
At $309 it is the dearest of the four self-drive rentals on my list but it spells out insurance and VAT, which the others do not on their pages.
| Rental | Price | Duration | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daydream Boats, San Antonio | $309 per boat | 4.5 - 8.5 hours | 5.0 (29) |
| Ripolbras, Portinatx | $202 per boat (up to 4) | 4 - 8 hours | 5.0 (34) |
| Hidden coves rental | $281 per boat | 4 - 8 hours | 4.4 (38) |
| Summer Dreams, San Antonio | $269 per boat | 4 hours | 5.0 (14) |
For a crewed day, the private boat tours in Ibiza start at $550.
Is the Daydream Boats Ibiza rental worth it against a shared boat trip?
It is worth it for a group of four or five who want to swim at several coves and sort out the licence first; for two people, a shared snorkel trip at $51 to $79 a head is cheaper. Five people pay $62 each here.
- Worth it: families and friends who want to pick their own coves for a day.
- Weigh up: the licence answer, the €400 deposit and the packed lunch.
- Look elsewhere: for a crew, the Ibiza boat tours hub.
Is hiring a self-drive snorkel boat in San Antonio worth it?
Hiring a boat to snorkel off San Antonio works well for beginners because the briefing covers the controls and anchoring, and you swim where you like instead of where a group stops. It works less well in wind, since a small boat has no crew to take over.
| Factor | Self-drive (Daydream) | Shared snorkel boat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $309 per boat, $62 for five | $51 - $79 per person |
| Control | You choose the coves | Set stops |
| Crew | None | Guide and skipper |
| Licence question | Applies to the renter | Not applicable |
When is the best time to go?
June to September gives the warmest water and the lowest rain count, with July at 0.8 rain days and a 31 degrees Celsius long-term high; the sea is still 24.6 degrees Celsius today. Reviews are dated up to 13 October 2026, so the boats were out this month, but the listing gives no season end.
| Month | Avg high 2025 | Avg high 2015-24 | Rain days (1 mm+) | On the water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | 15°C | 4.9 | Cool; wear a layer |
| Feb | 16°C | 16°C | 4.2 | Cool; wear a layer |
| Mar | 17°C | 17°C | 7.1 | Cool and changeable; short swims |
| Apr | 20°C | 19°C | 5.9 | Cool water; wetsuit-free swims are brief |
| May | 23°C | 23°C | 4.0 | Warm, good for a small boat |
| Jun | 29°C | 27°C | 2.5 | Hot; best swim and snorkel weather |
| Jul | 30°C | 31°C | 0.8 | Hot; shade and water at midday |
| Aug | 31°C | 31°C | 2.4 | Hottest month; shade and water at midday |
| Sep | 27°C | 27°C | 6.9 | Warm sea, more rain days |
| Oct | 24°C | 24°C | 6.0 | Warm, calmer; good for a small boat |
| Nov | 19°C | 19°C | 6.4 | Cool; short days |
| Dec | 16°C | 17°C | 4.3 | Cool; early sunset |
Sunset in Ibiza falls at 5:34 PM in December and 9:22 PM in June, and the decree allows daytime navigation only, so an 8.5-hour slot is a summer product. Check the sea forecast with AEMET the day before.
19,053,592 tourists arrived in the Balearic Islands in 2025, so summer weekends fill the west-coast coves.
The next Spanish public holidays are 1 November, 6 December and 8 December.
What should you ask and pack before you go?
Four questions and a short packing list settle most of the uncertainty before the day, because the listing leaves several practical points open.
- Licence: which title, if any, your group needs on your date.
- Meeting point: the exact dock and the arrival time for the lesson.
- Boundary: how far from the departure point you may go.
- Food: pack lunch and drink, because none is supplied; add a towel, sun cream and a hat.
What do renters say?
Renters talk about the lesson, the staff and how simple the boat is. I could read ten reviews, all five-star, so the sample is the favourable end.
- Lesson and safety briefing (6 of 10): clear and calm, with advice on anchoring.
- Friendly staff (5 of 10): named hosts, quick answers.
- Clean, comfortable boat (3 of 10): described as tidy and cute.
- No experience needed (2 of 10): including a family with children.
Who should skip the Daydream boat hire?
Skip it if you are more than five, if you want a crew, if you cannot leave a €400 deposit or if anyone in the group is pregnant. The Ibiza boat tours hub lists crewed trips.
- Pregnancy: listed as not suitable.
- Pets: not allowed.
- Hotel pickup: not included, so plan transport.
How do you book the Daydream Boats Ibiza rental?
A self-drive snorkel boat for up to five from the west coast of Ibiza, $309 (about €275) per boat, with fuel, insurance and a briefing.
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- Ask Daydream about the licence requirement for your date.
- Pick the date and the duration; the final price can vary.
- Prepare the €400 deposit by cash or card.
- Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a licence for the Daydream Boats Ibiza rental?
The listing title says no. Spain’s amended article 10 applies from 1 October 2026 and its preamble says renters of such boats need a title, so ask Daydream in writing.
How much is a boat day in Ibiza?
This rental costs $309 per boat, about €275, for up to five people. Shared trips start near $51 per person.
What are good boat trips from San Antonio to Ibiza?
For a self-drive day from the west coast, this rental points to the beaches around Cala Conta and Cala Bassa. My boat rental in Ibiza page lists other options.
Is fuel included?
Yes, fuel, VAT and full insurance are in the price.
What is the deposit?
Daydream holds €400, payable by cash or card, and returns it when you hand the boat back.
Is food included?
No. Food and drinks are not included; bring them, plus a towel and water.
How many people fit?
The listing says up to five people.
Do I need boating experience?
The listing says none is needed, and a lesson on operating the boat is included.
Is it suitable when pregnant?
No. The listing lists pregnant women as not suitable.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free up to 24 hours before for a full refund.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 1206761 (price, inclusions, deposit, reviews, checked 2026-10-17); BOE, Real Decreto 1188/2025 (article 10 amendment, in force 1 October 2026); IBESTAT, FRONTUR 2025; AEMET; Ports de Balears; Open-Meteo climate and marine data; sunrise-sunset.org; Nager.Date; Frankfurter.
