Ibiza: boating safety
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Ibiza town (Eivissa) is the main charter base of the Pityusic Islands, with several marinas around the harbour. Typical trips go around Ibiza and south to Espalmador and Formentera.
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Weather
Salvamento Marítimo's Palma centre (CRCS Palma) also covers Ibiza. It broadcasts the coastal weather bulletin on VHF channel 10, announced on channel 16, at 07:35, 10:35, 15:35 and 20:35 UTC.
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Local rules
Anchoring on Posidonia oceanica seagrass is banned throughout Balearic waters. Anchor on sand or use an authorised buoy field.
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Hospital and medical
Can Misses Hospital, Carrer de Corona s/n in Eivissa, is the island's main hospital and has an emergency department.
IB-Salut (Balearic Health Service) · IB-Salut (Balearic Health Service) ▾
Frequently asked
Who do I call in an emergency at sea near Ibiza?
Call 112 and ask for Salvamento Marítimo. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16, or a DSC distress alert on channel 70.
Where do I get the marine forecast for Ibiza?
Salvamento Marítimo's Palma centre (CRCS Palma) also covers Ibiza. It broadcasts the coastal weather bulletin on VHF channel 10, announced on channel 16, at 07:35, 10:35, 15:35 and 20:35 UTC.
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Nearby destinations
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