Fuerteventura: Sailing Trip Morro Jable, Snorkeling & Lunch

Summary

Atlantic sailing from Morro Jable with dolphins, snorkeling and local lunch

You’ll sail from Morro Jable along Fuerteventura’s coast with just a few others on board—spotting dolphins if you’re lucky, steering under your captain’s watchful eye, snorkeling clear bays near Jandia, and sharing fresh Canarian lunch on deck before heading back salty-haired and smiling.

What’s the experience like?

Hands gripping the rail, I watched our captain—Piotr, Polish but joking in Spanish—unfurl the sails off Morro Jable. The wind was salty and sharp, not too strong but enough to make my hair stick to my face. There were only six of us on board (plus Piotr and his friend Li), so it felt more like joining someone’s afternoon than a tour. Someone pointed out a dark fin slicing through the water. “Delfín!” Li called out. For a second I thought he was kidding, but then there they were—three dolphins weaving around the bow. It’s strange how quiet everyone gets when that happens.

I tried steering for a bit (with Piotr watching closely—I’m pretty sure he never let go of the wheel) and realized I have zero nautical instincts. Still, he seemed happy to let me try. When we anchored in a blue-green bay near Jandia, the water was so clear you could see silver fish darting below even before you jumped in. I hesitated at first—cold!—but then just went for it. Underwater felt like another world: sunlight flickering over rocks, some striped fish nibbling at my toes, and somewhere deeper down, Li swore he saw a turtle though I missed it.

Lunch was potatoes with mojo sauce (I can still taste that smoky paprika kick), cheese that squeaked between my teeth, bread warm from the sun. They’d remembered I was vegetarian without me reminding them—small thing but it made me feel looked after. Beer was cold, cava even colder; someone spilled their glass and nobody cared much because we were all barefoot anyway. The wi-fi worked but honestly nobody touched their phones except to take photos of each other grinning like idiots against all that blue.

I keep thinking about that moment when everything went quiet except for wind in the sails and those little waves slapping against the hull. Not sure if it’s always like this on a Fuerteventura sailing trip from Morro Jable or if we just got lucky with people and weather—but either way, it’s stuck with me.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sailing and snorkeling in Fuerteventura

• Board Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 yacht
• Sail from Morro Jable for 3.5 hours
• Steer boat under captain's supervision
• Spot dolphins, whales, turtles, flying fish
• Anchor in bay for swimming and snorkeling
• Observe turtles, stingrays, and fish underwater
• Enjoy lunch with Canarian products on board
• Drink cooling beverages including beer and wine
• Use free Wi-Fi on the boat
• Return shuttle bus to hotel Costa Calma

Top questions

How long does the Fuerteventura sailing trip from Morro Jable last?

The cruise takes about 3.5 hours from start to finish.

Is hotel pickup included for this sailing trip?

Yes, shuttle bus pickup is included for hotels in Costa Calma and Jandia.

What kind of boat is used for this tour?

The trip uses a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 sailing yacht.

Can I steer the boat during the tour?

You can try steering under supervision of the captain during the cruise.

Are vegetarian or vegan meals available on board?

Yes, vegetarian or vegan options are prepared if you mention it when booking.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes, all snorkeling gear is included in your booking.

Will we definitely see dolphins or turtles?

Sightings are possible but not guaranteed—it depends on nature that day.

Are drinks included during the cruise?

Cooled drinks including water, soda, beer, white wine and cava are available throughout.

Is there Wi-Fi on board?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available on the yacht during your trip.

What’s included

Your day includes shuttle pickup from Costa Calma or Jandia hotels to Morro Jable harbor where you’ll join a small group aboard a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey yacht; all drinks (beer, wine, soda), bottled water and lunch made with local Canarian products are served as you sail; plus use of snorkeling equipment and free Wi-Fi while at sea before returning by shuttle in the afternoon.