Snorkeling around Lobos Island, Fuerteventura: Private sailing

Sail past the Caldera Volcano, then anchor to snorkel and paddle in transparent water.

A private sailing tour around Lobos Island in Fuerteventura where you snorkel, kayak and stand-up paddle in the waters between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, with a live guide, lunch and all equipment included. The boat departs from Corralejo Port and anchors on the south side of the island, where the Bocaina Canal keeps the water shallow and clear. The tour runs four hours and suits families, groups of friends and sailors looking to improve their skills on the water.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Lobos Island3h 30m
2. Corralejo Dunes National Parkpass by

Sailing tour around Lobos Island

• Meet at Corralejo Port
• Board sailing boat
• Sail towards Lobos Island
• See Caldera Volcano and Bocaina Canal
• View Great Dunes Natural Park
• Anchor south of Lobos Island
• Swim, snorkel, kayak, and paddle board
• Enjoy beverages and mini-lunch
• Return to Corralejo Port

The experience

The boat leaves Corralejo Port and heads toward Lobos Island, a small volcanic formation about six kilometers across with a crater 70 meters deep. On the way, you pass the Bocaina Canal: a five-kilometer stretch of sea between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote where the water stays under ten meters deep, making it ideal for snorkeling and paddling. From the boat you see the Caldera Volcano and the Great Dunes National Park, a two-and-a-half-by-ten-kilometer coastal zone with white sand dunes on one side and a volcanic red landscape on the other.

Once anchored on the south side of Lobos Island, you get in the water. Snorkeling equipment, a kayak and a stand-up paddle board are all on board and ready to use. You can move between them as you want: some people stay in the water for the whole time, others paddle out and back. The water is transparent enough to see the bottom, and the shallow depth means you can stand up if you need to. Bottled water, coffee and tea are available throughout, and a mini-lunch is served on board.

The tour is private, so the pace and the stops are yours to shape. If you're a sailor, the captain can guide you on improving your technique. Families with small children can bring a pram or stroller to the port, and infants ride on an adult's lap. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian depending on your group. After four hours, the boat returns to Corralejo Port.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment, kayak and stand-up paddle board.
• bottled water, coffee and tea.
• a mini-lunch.
• alcoholic beverages.
• a live guide in English, Spanish or Italian.
• return to Corralejo Port.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 14:00

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Please, wait to be picked up 15 mins before the departure time.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sail Experience Fuerteventura

Is this one for you?The boat moves between stops and the water entry is straightforward, so this suits families and groups who want to be in and out of the water at their own pace. If you have poor cardiovascular health, check with the operator before booking.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What is the Bocaina Canal and why does it matter for snorkeling?

The Bocaina Canal is a five-kilometer stretch of sea separating Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, with a maximum depth of ten meters. The shallow, clear water makes it perfect for snorkeling and paddling, and on clear days you can see both islands from the boat.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join this tour?

No. Snorkeling equipment is provided and the water is shallow and transparent. You can also spend time on the kayak or stand-up paddle board instead, or move between all three as you prefer.

What happens if I want to improve my sailing skills?

If you're an experienced sailor, the captain can guide you on technique and handling during the journey around Lobos Island. Let the operator know when you book.

Is there food and drink on board?

Yes. A mini-lunch is served, and bottled water, coffee and tea are available throughout the four hours. Alcoholic beverages are also included.

Can I bring a young child or infant?

Infants and small children can come. Infants must sit on an adult's lap, and you can bring a pram or stroller to the port. The tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.