Ibiza – Cala Nova Reviews and Ratings
(Balearic Islands (Islas Baleares), Spain)
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Visitor reviews of Ibiza - Cala Nova surf break
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“Cala Nova is not very suitable for surfing, but a very nice place to spend your vacation. I went to Cala Nova with Stoke Travel. It is a nice beach to go, I didn't surf there. Just enjoyed my days, like swimming, cliff jumping and snorkeling. It is a really nice travel organization.”
Lyanne from SPAIN - 29 Apr 2016
Ibiza - Cala Nova Ratings
Overall: 1.0. Based on 4 votes and 3 reviews. Vote
Quality on a good day: 2.2(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 2.3(1: Ibiza - Cala Nova is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Regional Rating: 3.0(1: Ibiza - Cala Nova is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Balearic Islands (Islas Baleares). 5: the best break in Balearic Islands (Islas Baleares)). |
Difficulty Level: 1.8(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Onshore Wind: 3.0(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: Ibiza - Cala Nova can offer better rides with a light wind behind them). |
Other Options: 4.0(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Ibiza - Cala Nova, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures). |
Wind and Kite Surfing: 1.0(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Ibiza - Cala Nova are often excellent). |
Water Quality: 4.7(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 2.0(1: Often too crowded. 5: Ibiza - Cala Nova is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 5.0(1: Getting to Ibiza - Cala Nova requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
Scenery: 4.3(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting). |
Local Attitude: 4.7(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly). |
Accommodation: 4.7(1: No convenient places to stay indoors. 5: A wide variety of accommodation near Ibiza - Cala Nova for all budgets from hostels to luxury hotels). |
Camping: 4.7(1: Camping at Ibiza - Cala Nova is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe). |
Entertainment: 4.7(1: Besides the surf and the solitude there is nothing to do when it is flat. 5: Ibiza - Cala Nova is in such an interesting area to visit that getting wet is a bonus). |
Equipment and Repairs: 1.7(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too). |
Eating: 4.3(1: Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. 5: A wide variety of places to eat and drink at Ibiza - Cala Nova, from fast food and cafes to fancy restaurants). |
Drinking: 5.0(1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near Ibiza - Cala Nova where you can stay or park a camper van overnight). |
“In summer, the prevailing winds are from the east, so whenever there's wind, there will be waves. I had 5 days solid recently. It's a fun spot with friendly and enthusiastic locals and even though far from world-class, to catch a wave in Ibiza whilst wearing only boardies is a pleasant surprise. I've lived in Ibiza for 9 months now, and contrary to popular belief, the Med does get surf and often!”
Dan from SPAIN - 03 Sep 2010
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