What’s most surprising on arriving at Cala Salada, after a short adventure along the narrow roads of this part of the island, is the transparency of its waters. So much so that from the rocky promontories that frame Cala Salada and its sister cove, Cala Saladeta, you can admire both of their spectacular seabeds.
This is perhaps why it’s one of the best spots to enjoy the sea in Ibiza quietly and usually without crowds.
Of course, it has a more natural style than the overcrowded beaches that can be found in other parts of the Mediterranean. Including some of Ibiza’s most popular beaches (link to URL of Ibiza’s best beaches). This is despite the fact that in recent years it seems to have become more popular. At least among the island’s summer visitors, especially in August, when it’s best to come here early to find a good place to settle in.
- Cala Salada, one of Ibiza’s most charming beaches
- Cala Saladeta, the little sister cove of Cala Salada
- Visit to Punta Galera
But, as we mentioned, that’s in summer, because the spot is pretty quiet for the rest of the year. And we must remember that the bathing season in Ibiza usually begins in May and sometimes lasts well into the autumn.
Cala Salada, one of Ibiza’s most charming beaches
Cala Salada is only 200 metres long and about 25 metres wide, depending on the tides. It faces the west-southwest, so in summer it is the ideal place to spend a warm, sunny afternoon. This sandy area also offers some of the most beautiful sunsets in Ibiza.
Although there are some properties and other buildings around it, which seem to climb up the surrounding rocky cliffs, it’s not an urban beach. This means it doesn’t have the amenities usually found in such sandy areas.
Instead, it’s surrounded by a thick pine forest that rises up between the cliffs and its waters are considered to be the bluest and clearest in the Balearic Islands. That’s why it’s a good idea to come here with a pair of diving goggles and a snorkel. With their help, it’s a real delight to admire this beach’s underwater treasures.
Cala Salada has many amenities, including sun loungers and parasols for hire, showers and toilets, a car park, a lifeguard, and accessibility for those with disabilities.
Cala Saladeta, the little sister cove of Cala Salada
Just a small rocky promontory and some fishermen’s huts separate Cala Salada from Cala Saladeta. In fact, as long as the tide isn’t too high, you can walk from one to the other. In any case, you also have the very enjoyable option of swimming to it.
Much smaller than Cala Salada, Saladeta is barely 100 metres long and, although its surface is covered with fine white sand, the distance between the coastline and the rocks is also shorter.
This means that the space for your towel is considerably smaller. Therefore, if your plan is to spend long hours on this beach, in summer it’s better to get up early enough to find a comfortable spot to enjoy the experience.
One thing to bear in mind is that, due to its geographical location and during the summer season, a nearby promontory offers shade. This is quite a deterrent for those who love the sun.
If you’re lucky enough to reach Cala Saladeta by boat, you can also see the beauty of the nearby cove of Punta Galera. Both have impressive blue waters, which contrast strikingly with the green of the pine trees that make up the coastal forest, which covers a large part of this area.
Visit to Punta Galera
To call Punta Galera a “cove” is to be misleading about the nature of this place. Because here there’s no sand, but rather stone slabs that jut out into the sea, as if they were horizontal platforms.
This, far from detracting from the beauty of this place, adds to the charm of bathing in these waters. However, it isn’t a place for everyone.
In fact, nudism is commonly practised by those who manage to make it here.
Accessing it from land is quite complicated, but not so much by sea. In fact, getting here by boat and mooring in front of it is one of the most rewarding experiences of the boat routes around the island.
All in the same natural setting that characterises Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta, with pine-covered cliffs, and deep blue waters with a lovely transparency.
Restaurant in Cala Salada
As we’ve already mentioned, as it isn’t an urban beach, Cala Salada doesn’t have the amenities that this type of beach usually offers. In fact, many of those who come here do so with their own picnics, which they enjoy on the sand of the beach itself, or when seeking shade among the pine trees.
But you can also eat in the small restaurant located in Cala Salada itself. A family-run business, without pretenses or unnecessary gimmicks, where you can enjoy some of the best dishes featuring food typical of Ibiza.
But not only that. In fact, this restaurant also offers an interesting menu of rice dishes, and even a succulent lobster stew. It also has a grill for fish and red meat, which is very much appreciated in these parts.
But not only that. In fact, this restaurant also offers an interesting menu of rice dishes, and even a succulent lobster stew. It also has a grill for fish and red meat, which is very much appreciated in these parts.
