It’s time to organise your day trip to this Nature Park famous for its unspoilt beaches and turquoise waters. In this Travel Guide you will find what to see and do in Lobos Island and how to visit this islet travelling from Fuerteventura and Lanzarote.
It also includes information about how to get the required permit, where to eat, activities to do and tips if you’re travelling with children. Everything you need to visit the paradise is here!
Organise your visit step by step:
Don’t miss the section with the most Lobos FAQs.
Plan one day trip to Lobos Island in Fuerteventura
Organise your trip to Lobos in 2 simple steps:
Step 1: Get the Required Permit
A special authorisation is needed to visit Lobos Island, as the number of visitors is limited up to 400 people a day divided into two time slots: from 10 am to 2 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm.
Fortunately, some cruise shipping lines include this permit in the ferry ticket:
More information: how to request for the permit to visit Lobos Island.
Step 2: Book Ferry, Water Taxi or Excursion
If you want to travel to Lobos Island, there are three different options:
- Ferry
As there’s no airport on the islet, the only way to get to Lobos is by boat from Corralejo in the north of Fuerteventura. It takes only 15 minutes. Book your tickets online at best price now.
More information: Ferry to Lobos Island (with timetables and other options which include transfers from Caleta de Fuste, Costa Calma or Morro Jable).
- Water Taxi
These speedboats are faster than the ferry and have a more flexible timetable. The only inconvenience is that they might not be as stable as a larger ferry. Book your tickets online at best price now.
More information: Water Taxi to Lobos Island.
- Excursions from Fuerteventura and Lanzarote
3.1. Excursions from Fuerteventura
This is another popular option to visit the small island and spend a marvellous fun day. There are several options (check excursions to Lobos from Fuerteventura) but, this is by far the most popular one as it includes the following:
- Return Ferry Ticket to Lobos.
- Catamaran Tour around the coast.
- Visit to Playa de La Concha and El Puertito.
- Water Activities like snorkelling, kayaking and stand-up paddling.
- Food and drinks.
3.2. Excursions from Lanzarote
The only direct connection from Lanzarote to Lobos is on a boat trip from Puerto del Carmen. This excursion includes the following:
- Transfers from/to Hotel.
- Return speedboat tickets to Lobos.
- Dolphin and whale watching on the way to Lobos.
- Visit to Playa de La Concha and El Puertito.
- Food and drinks.
What to see in Lobos Island
These are the places you can’t miss during your visit to this islet:
Lobos Port
This is a little port where the ferry docks from Fuerteventura. There is a statue of the poet Josefina Pla, who was born here, and some sculptures of sea wolves. These animals lived here in the past and they are the reason why this islet is called ‘Lobos’, which means ‘wolves’ in Spanish.
Visitor’s Centre in Lobos
You can’t miss the Visitor’s Centre in Lobos either. This museum holds the history of the islet, its formation process and the flora and fauna that live in this Nature Park.
Puertito de Lobos Dock and Beach
This is a small dock and the area where the only restaurant on the island is located. Besides, there are some old houses where Portuguese workers used to live when they were building the lighthouse that is in the north of the island.
Its main attraction is the small white sand natural pool with volcanic rocks around. It’s a paradisiacal spot with calm turquoise waters where to go for a swim or enjoy a lovely beach day. Don’t forget your snorkelling equipment!
La Caldera Volcano
This is the highest point in Lobos: La Caldera Mountain, with 127 metres above sea level. It’s an old volcano and you can go hiking to the peak to enjoy the views over Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. It’s quite impressive!
Besides, it’s a curious place where you’ll watch different sea birds looking for the perfect spot to brood.
Punta Martiño Lighthouse
In the north of the islet, you’ll find the lighthouse Faro de Punta Martiño, which has been a guide for boats since 1865. The lighthouse keeper Antoñito el Farero was responsible for its maintenance. He was also the last inhabitant of the island. Don’t miss the views from the top!
Las Lagunitas Lagoons
Another place to visit in Lobos Islet is Las Lagunitas. These salty lagoons are a wonder for local flora and fauna. There you’ll see endemic species like ‘Siempreviva de Lobos’ (similar to a wavyleaf sea lavender) and migratory birds like grey herons and storks.
La Concha Beach
This is the main beach on Lobos Island with more than a kilometre long. Its white sand and clear waters invite you to sunbathe and go for a swim in the Atlantic Ocean. La Concha is also known as ‘La Caleta’ and it’s the perfect beach to go with children as its waters are calm.
The views over the dunes of Corralejo from here are breathtaking. Can’t miss it!
What things to do on a day trip in Lobos Island
Apart from the paradisiacal beaches, there are many more activities to do in Lobos:
Option 1: Hiking Circular Route in Lobos Island
If it’s your first time on the islet and you love hiking, don’t think it twice! You should do a hiking route around the island, which takes around 2-3 hours. It’s better to start anticlockwise (from left to right) if you want to reach the peak of La Caldera. This would be your itinerary:
- La Concha Beach.
- La Caldera Volcano.
- Lighthouse.
- Las Lagunitas.
- Puertito de Lobos.
If it’s a sunny day, don’t forget to bring enough water, a cap and sunscreen as there’s no shade around.
Option 2: Walking up La Caldera Mountain
If you don’t want to walk around the whole islet, you can walk up the peak of La Caldera Volcano and enjoy the views over the island. They are amazing!
Option 3: Snorkelling and diving along the coast of Lobos
Dive into the clear waters of this islet and see plenty of fish and volcanic caves. Don’t forget to bring your snorkelling equipment with you.
Option 4: Water Activities
Practise some water sports like snorkelling, kayaking and stand-up paddling. These water activities are included in the excursions with catamaran.
Lobos Island Travel Guide: Tourist Information and FAQs
In our Lobos Island Travel Guide you’ll find the most frequently asked questions and other tourist information to visit the islet:
- How to get to Lobos from Fuerteventura
- How to get to Lobos from Lanzarote
- Guide to go snorkelling in Lobos Island
- Kayaking in Lobos Island
- Restaurant in Lobos Island: find out how to book a table and the menus offered.
Lobos Island with Children. Is it recommended?
Lobos Island is a great place to visit with family and there are several things you can do in Lobos with children:
- Spend the day on the beaches.
- Walk up the Lobos Volcano.
- Enjoy a day trip with water activities such as paddle surf, snorkel or kayak.
- Kayaking from Corralejo to Lobos Island: book now!
What to bring to Lobos Island?
Don’t forget to bring with you the following:
- Essential: some water, sunscreen, a cap, the required permit (either printed or on your phone), comfortable shoes and your swimming clothes.
- Advisable: some food (for the hike), although there’s a restaurant there where you can have lunch or buy some food and drinks.
- Optional: snorkelling equipment and non-electric bike.
Is it possible to sleep at the Nature Park of Lobos?
Nope! It’s forbidden to stay at Lobos Island Natural Park. Therefore, don’t waste your time searching for hotels, apartments or camping sites, as there are none.
Where is Lobos Island?
This small island is just 2 km away from Fuerteventura and 8 km away from Lanzarote. The strait that separates the islet is called Estrecho de Bocaina.
How big is Lobos Island?
The islet is only 4 km long from north to south and between 1-2 km from east to west. You can go around the island either on foot or by bike.
How was the Islet formed?
Lobos originated after the Bayuyo Volcano eruption in the north of Fuerteventura.
Why is it called Lobos Island?
The origin of the name ‘Lobos‘ is quite easy to understand: in the past, there were sea wolves living on the island, which are ‘lobos’ in Spanish. That’s the reason why there are some statues of this animal in the port of Lobos.
Well, this is all you need to know for enjoying your visit to this desert islet in the Canary Islands. What are you waiting for? Organise your adventure now!
Hope this travel guide about the paradisical Lobos Island has been useful. Without a doubt, it’s a must if you are travelling to Fuerteventura.
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