Ibiza nature: hiking trails, ses Salines, Es Vedrà and almond blossom
The Ibiza that most surprises people who arrive thinking of clubs is the one of pine woods, cliffs and almond orchards. The island is small, so most trails are short, and the best time to walk is from October to May. In summer, set off at dawn, carry plenty of water and never light a fire: the wildfire risk is high and it is banned.
The four guides in this section:
- Hiking in Ibiza: twelve trails for every level, from the cliffs of Punta Galera to Sa Talaia, at 475 metres the island's highest point, with maps, waymarking and routes for children.
- Ses Salines Natural Park: the salt pans that are still worked, more than 200 bird species with flamingos from August to spring, its beaches and how to get there by bus.
- Es Vedrà: the 382-metre islet off Cala d'Hort, the best viewpoints, the legends and what you can and cannot do by boat in a nature reserve.
- Almond blossom in Ibiza: when it flowers (usually from late January to mid-February), the Pla de Corona near Santa Agnès and the circular walk that lets you see it without entering private land.
One rule for every trail: many paths cross private farms, so stay on the track, close any gates you open and respect the crops. If you would rather walk with company, people post hikes in the app and you can create your own plan; to reach a trailhead without a car, see getting around without a car.
Articles in this section
Hiking in Ibiza: 12 trails for every level
12 Ibiza hiking trails with distance, climb and difficulty: Sa Talaia, Pla de Corona, Punta Galera, ses Salines and more. When to go, buses and trail rules.
11 min read
Ses Salines Natural Park: salt flats, flamingos and beaches
Ses Salines in Ibiza: what the natural park protects, the history of its salt, when to see flamingos, beaches, walks, P3 and A7 buses and the park rules.
10 min read
Es Vedrà: viewpoints, legends and how to see it up close
Es Vedrà in Ibiza: what it is, why you can't climb it, the best viewpoints, myths and legends, getting to Cala d'Hort by car or bus, and boat trips around it.
10 min read
Almond blossom in Ibiza: when and where to see it
Ibiza almond blossom: when the trees flower, the Pla de Corona and Santa Agnès, other valleys, the 6.8 km loop walk, rules on farmland and February plans.
9 min read
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to go hiking in Ibiza?
From October to May. Temperatures are mild, the countryside is green and the almond trees flower in January and February. In summer the heat and the fire risk mean walking only makes sense at dawn, with plenty of water, on short and shaded routes.
What is the highest point in Ibiza?
Sa Talaia, in the municipality of Sant Josep, at 475 metres. You walk up from the village church in about 75 minutes on a 2.4 km path through pine woods, with a steeper final stretch. At the top there are viewpoints over San Antonio bay, ses Salines and Formentera. Buses reach Sant Josep.