Introducing Cap de Barbaria, Spain’s first electric ferry

Waves of changes are cruising across the archipelago of the Balearics, thanks to Cap de Barbaria, Spain’s first electric ferry! With innovative sustainable practices and top-tier amenities, Cap de Barbaria is a breath of fresh air when it comes to traveling by ferry in the Balearics.

Learn all about the electric ferry Cap de Barbaria on Ferryhopper, including its forward-thinking technologies and the routes it’s currently serving. Gather inspiration for sustainable holidays in the Balearics and book ferry tickets online.

Arriving at the island of Ibiza in the Balearics

Cap de Barbaria: eco-friendly practices

For Baleària, sustainability is an important aspect of its policies, maritime activities and vessels. With the company aiming to expand its eco-efficient fleet, the creation of Cap de Barbaria, Spain’s first electric ferry, was no surprise.

Cap de Barbaria emits no polluting gases in port areas, resulting in improved air quality and respecting the Balearics’ natural heritage. It rightfully deserves the title of the most fuel-efficient ferry with the lowest emissions in Baleària’s fleet.

But Cap de Barbaria and its groundbreaking vision do not stop there: in the future, the ferry will also act as a testing ground for the use of green hydrogen.

Tip: learn more about why ferry travel is eco-friendly in our dedicated guide.

Other amenities & infrastructures

Apart from its unparalleled sustainable technology, Cap de Barbaria makes traveling in the Balearics a luxurious experience. Outdoor spaces with comfortable seating and a large bar in the center are the perfect place for relaxation by the sea.

What’s more, there are indoor numbered seats and cabins for maximum comfort. For accessibility purposes, there is also a lift between passenger and garaging areas.

Throughout your trip with Cap de Barbaria, regardless of the type of accommodation you’ve booked, you can expect high-speed internet access to keep you entertained.

Idyllic moments by the sea in Formentera

Cap de Barbaria: ferry routes & destinations

Cap de Barbaria serves year-round ferry connections between the Balearic Islands of Ibiza and Formentera. Normally, you can find around 4 daily ferry departures in each direction. The trip lasts roughly 1 hour and is a convenient getaway between Ibiza and Formentera.

The two islands are very popular destinations in the Balearics and also a great option for day trips. You can check out detailed tips about planning a one-day trip from Ibiza to Formentera by ferry here. Once you’ve settled about your next adventure, browse all ferry connections on Ferryhopper and plan your trip with Cap de Barbaria!

Tip: Formentera is a fantastic place for sustainable holidays and is definitely more lowkey than Ibiza, its fan-favorite neighbor. As such, getting to the island by electric ferry is the right way to get into the mood for eco-friendly holidays!

Cap de Barbaria, a cliff in Formentera that inspired the name of Baleària's electric ferry!

Already dreaming of eco-friendly ferry trips across the Balearics? Visualize the adventure of your dreams on our interactive Map of ferries, compare connections and timetables, and plan your sustainable ferry trip with Cap de Barbaria step-by-step!