How to get to Lobos Island from Fuerteventura?

Wondering about how to get to Lobos Island from Fuerteventura or Lanzarote? Here you have the answer to all of your questions!

To get to Lobos Island from Fuerteventura, you have to take a Ferry or a Water Taxi at Corralejo Port. The journey lasts around 20 minutes and reaches the little port Puerto de Lobos. In addition, there are also 1-day excursions that include hiking or water activities in its beautiful waters. 

Is it worth visiting Lobos Island?

Many people ask themselves this question and the answer is easy. It is totally worth visiting Lobos Island in Fuerteventura, it does not matter if you come alone, in couple or with children. The views, white-sand beaches with clear water, hikes… do not miss the chance to go to a deserted volcanic islet.

Puertito Beach in Lobos Island Fuerteventura

How to get to Lobos Island from Fuerteventura: Ferry, Water Taxi, Kayaking Tours or Excursions? 

If you want to visit this small island from the port Puerto de Corralejo, you can choose between the following options: 

One day excursion to Lobos Island: catamaran and hiking tour

If you want to live the unique experience to visit Lobos with your friends or family, these organised excursions are the best option for you:

  1. Catamaran excursions to sail along the coast of Lobos: it includes water activities like snorkelling, kayaking or stand-up paddling, snacks and free drinks.
  2. Hiking tour around Lobos: a trekking route with a local guide. You can visit La Caldera Volcano and enjoy the amazing views over Isla de Lobos, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote.
Volcanoes trekking in Lobos Island in Fuerteventura

Taking the Ferry

If you want to visit this islet on your own, the most popular option it is to go by boat. The journey to Lobos lasts around 20 minutes. The advantage to book the ferry is that the required authorisation to visit Lobos is included. 

Want to enjoy the world under the sea of this paradisiacal island? Then, book a snorkelling tour or bring your equipment with you!

Puertito Lobos Beach with white sand and clear water in Lobos Island Fuerteventura

Taking a Water Taxi

Water taxis are the best option if the ferry timetables don’t suit you. These boats will take you to Lobos in just 10 minutes and you won’t have any fixed schedule for your visit. However, bear in mind that you have to ask for a permit to visit Lobos on your own. 

Water Taxi Trip to Lobos Island in Fuerteventura

Going on a Kayaking Tour

Another option is to get to Lobos on a kayaking tour. This excursion starts at a beach in Corralejo and the whole tour lasts for 5-6 hours (including the two journeys and some time to visit the islet).

Caldera Mountain Pointview with Lobos Island and Fuerteventura

How to get to Isla de Lobos from Lanzarote

If you want to get to Isla de Lobos from Lanzarote, there are two options: on an excursion from Lanzarote or on your own with a stopover in Fuerteventura. Read more about both options in our guide about how to go by ferry or on an excursion to Lobos Island from Lanzarote.

How much does it cost to get to Lobos? 

The price for one-day trip to Lobos Island in Fuerteventura is usually between 15 and 65 euros per person. It depends on whether you go on an organized excursion or take the Ferry or a Water Taxi on your own.

Now you know all about how to get to Lobos Island from Fuerteventura and Lanzarote: there’s no excuse to visit this little paradise!

Ready to visit paradise? Find out all you need to know about this small island in our guide about what to see in Lobos Island.