Graciosa
The island of La Graciosa is just stunning, it is unspoiled and a real example of the Canarian way of life and beauty. However, due to this, it is one of the most popular places to visit for people who come to Lanzarote and in the peak season, there could be 7 to 10 days wait to get there. Don't worry though TravelON World have you covered with all the options.
How to see La Graciosa from Lanzarote
The island of La Graciosa is just stunning, it is unspoiled and a real example of the Canarian way of life and beauty. However, due to this, it is one of the most popular places to visit for people who come to Lanzarote and in the peak season, there could be 7 to 10 days wait to get there. Don't worry though TravelON World have you covered with all the options.
There are many ways you can visit La Graciosa from Lanzarote, there is a ferry if you have a car and can get to Orzola to Graciosa harbor. If you don't have a car don't worry as there is also an option to have a bus pick up and the ferry to La Graciosa with the Discover La Graciosa Tour. The best way to see the island of La Graciosa however is on the Graciosa catamaran excursion. Let's give you everything you need to know about La Graciosa.
Ferry La Graciosa from Lanzarote
The easiest way to see the island and the most economical is with the La Graciosa ferry, this option also has the most availability. You have to option to discover La Graciosa.
Option 1: Lanzarote to La Graciosa ferry
If you have a hire car you can book tickets for the La Graciosa Ferry and head to Orzola where there are many Graciosa ferries that go all day for the 25-minute crossing from Lanzarote to Graciosa.
| LANZAROTE | <<< >>> | LA GRACIOSA |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 | 09:55 | |
| 10:00 | 10:25 | |
| 11:00 | 11:25 | |
| 12:00 | 12:25 | |
| 13:30 | 13:55 | |
| 16:00 | 16:25 | |
| 17:00 | 17:25 | |
| 18:00 | 18:25 | |
| 19:00 (from 1st May until 31st October) | 19:25 | |
| 20:00 (from 1st May until 31st October) | 20:25 |
Option 2: Ferry to La Graciosa plus a bus pick up
This is the only ferry company that actually has daily pick-ups to La Graciosa. The bus will pick you up either at or close to your accommodations and will take you to Orzola where you will cross to the island of La Graciosa. You will go on the 11 am Graciosa Ferry and return on the 16:25 pm La Graciosa Ferry giving you plenty of time to explore the island at your leisure and there is so much you can do.
La Graciosa catamaran cruise
By far the best way to see the island of Graciosa is on the Graciosa catamaran cruise, there are two to chose from. The I Love Graciosa Catamaran is the biggest catamaran in Graciosa and the newest and just an amazing experience. For a small similar catamaran, the Biosfera Graciosa Sail is an incredible way to see the island and visit the perfect beaches.
I Love Graciosa catamaran
This is one of the most popular Graciosa catamarans and is very new, in fact, it was purpose-built for La Graciosa and is just incredible. With a pick up from your accommodation or close by you will be taken to the Orzola - La Graciosa harbour where you will board the Graciosa ferry to head over to the island. It takes around 25 minutes and is on yet another brand new ferry that is just so comfortable and so spacious just the ferry alone gives you the impression of luxury.
Once on the island of La Graciosa, you will be given some free time to explore. The guide will invite you to join him as he shows you the small village and the local church and points out just an unspoilt island that is so Canarian the locals still wear the traditional hats. There are no roads in Graciosa and all the houses are built on sand so you can imagine just how perfect this place is.
What's included in the I Love Graciosa excursion?
After about an hour of exploring you will be welcomed onto the awesome catamaran for your 4-hour cruise. A welcome Mojito will be served with some small snacks and away you sail along the coastline taking in the stunning views of Lanzarote and the yellow cliffs of Graciosa and with other islands in the distance.
The bar on board is open for beer, sangria, and soft drinks throughout the day and there are many places to sit back and chill out on the giant netting areas or in the shade. Once you drop anchor lunch will be freshly-prepared in front of you and is a traditional Paella suitable for all dietary requirements. Should you have certain tastes or special requests for food please advise the guide on pick up so they can arrange food for you.
The Graciosa catamaran stops in the picturesque bay of Playa Francesa where you can choose to chill out on the catamaran or take the small boat directly to the beach where drinks, kayaks, and water activities will be available for you. Whatever you decide you will have an unforgettable time, if you stay on the boat you get lunch first and if you go to the beach lunch will be on your return so you won't miss anything.
After lunch its anchors up and back to Caleta De Sebo the harbour in Graciosa where the Graciosa ferry will be waiting for you to take you back to Orzola in Lanzarote and back to your accommodation.
Biosfera Graciosa Sail
Graciosasail is a well established company in La Graciosa that specialise in the Graciosa ferry and also catamaran cruises in La Graciosa. They are the smaller of the two companies and ideal for smaller groups of people too.
Pretty similar in the itinerary to the I Love La Graciosa catamaran you will be picked up and taken to Orzola where you will board the Biosfera Express ferry to Graciosa. This 25-minute journey will see so many views on the way and this Graciosa ferry is spacious also.
On arrival to Graciosa, you board the lovely catamaran ready to sail the coastline to Playa Francesa. Drinks are included onboard as well as lunch which on this Graciosa catamaran excursion is a fresh pasta lunch.
In the bay of Playa Francesa, you can once again either stay on this lovely Graciosa catamaran or take the smaller boat to the beaches. After lunch, it is back to Caleta De Sebo but this is where you get some free time on the island to explore with or without the guide for around an hour before the Biosfera Express ferry takes you back to Lanzarote.
Things to do in La Graciosa
Although a small island with no roads you will find plenty of things to do in Graciosa. The Calata De Sebo is the main place which has plenty of bars, restaurants, and cafes to enjoy a drink and a snack with possibly some of the best views in the world
The villages on the island are in two parts the main Caleta De Sebo and Casa De Pedro Barba which is around an hour's walk from Caleta De Debo but what an amazing walk it is. The beaches in Graciosa are just unspoiled and white sands with crystal clear waters it is just a dream to be on the island you will feel like you are in another world. With the many boat trips in Graciosa, we have told you about you will see there is no need for roads on the island as the locals are maritime experts and have been born to the sea.
If you decide to do the Graciosa catamaran excursion you get around one hour of free time on the island so realistically can only explore Caleta De Sebo. However, if you take the Graciosa ferry or the La Graciosa ferry with bus pick up you have lots of time to really experience and get around this incredible place.
Other things to do in La Graciosa include renting a bike, although you can take your bikes on the ferry and this is a great way to get around the island.
Whilst there are no roads there are a couple of 4 x 4 vehicles that will take you on small tours, hiking in La Graciosa is a must, and walking and just taking in pure perfectness is what la Graciosa is all about.
How to book La Graciosa excursions
It is vital you book in advance especially in the summer months as this is a holiday for the locals and also visitors from the mainland so things get booked up very fast and sometimes there is a wait of 7 to 10 days. Booking is simple just decide how you want to visit Graciosa, at your leisure with the Graciosa ferry and Graciosa ferry with bus pick up, or maybe you want to go on the luxurious Graciosa catamarans. Whatever you want to do TravelON has La Graciosa covered for you.