What we’re about
Jump into a unique hiking adventure that uncovers Ibiza’s rich history. Discover pirate watchtowers, spot Ibizan dragons, and observe local birdlife. Our journey includes brunch, a beachfront promenade, and exploration of the Pink Salt Mines natural park
Embark on a unique hiking trip that delves into the deeper side of Ibiza’s history—the Mediterranean pirates who once besieged and resided in the area, the local wildlife and the vernacular mythology. This experience will connect you more intimately with the island, its culture, and fellow Ibiza lovers. Along the way, you’ll encounter pirate watchtowers, explore pink salt mines, spot the unique Ibizan mini dragons, observe the local birdlife, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of a Barruguet, if luck is on your side!
Our adventure begins with brunch at a healthy coffee shop, followed by a beachfront promenade offering views of Formentera leading to a historical watchtower for a brief picnic break under the shade of the pine trees. Next, we’ll explore the Pink Salt Mines natural park and visit the local Bird Observatory. Finally, we’ll wrap up the activity with a round of drinks and an optional lunch at a cozy local restaurant, conveniently located near taxis and public transportation access
We start the meetup at 09:00 in the Hangover Corner (a local ayurvedic brunch bar) and wait for everyone to arrive then at 10:00 we begin walking towards the watchtower, the total walking distance is of 8km (with a few stops in between) so make sure to come wearing comfortable footwear, a proper hat to cover your heads and sunscreen and keep in consideration your personal hydration and food needs (the cafeteria we meet in at the beginning has a great assortment of easy to carry homemade foods and cold drinks in case the included picnic bag mentioned above feels too scarce for your personal needs) then after visiting the bird observatory, between 14:00 and 15:00 we'll come to a nearby local restaurant for a round of beers to wind down or even lunch if we're hungry enough, then we’re free to spend the rest of our afternoons however we please (maybe hanging out with your new Meetup friend(s) for a sunset watch together?)
Remember to wear comfortable hiking footwear suitable for both beach and mountain terrain, and don’t forget your head cover and sunscreen.
The activity includes a picnic bag with a piece of fruit, an energy bar, an electrolyte drink, and a small bottle of water.
Expect the entire experience to last between 4 and 5 hours.
Join us for a refreshing morning at the Hangover Corner, a local ayurvedic brunch bar. We’ll kick off at 9:00, waiting for everyone to arrive. At 10:00, we’ll set off on a 6km walk to the watchtower, with scenic stops along the way.
What to Bring:
-Comfortable footwear
-Sunscreen
-A hat for sun protection
-Personal hydration and snacks (the cafeteria at our starting point offers handmade foods and cold drinks)
Highlights:
-Pirate tower visit
-Pink salt mines visit
-Bird observatory visit
-Post-walk gathering at a nearby local restaurant (between 14:00 and 15:00)
See you there!
