Lobos Island: How to Get There from Corralejo and What to Do (2026 Guide)

Fifteen minutes by boat from Corralejo lies an island with no roads, no hotels and some of the most turquoise water in the Canaries: Lobos Island (Islote de Lobos). It's the easiest, most rewarding half-day trip in Fuerteventura — little money, little effort, and the feeling of stepping onto a place time left alone.

What is Lobos Island?

A protected volcanic islet (Natural Park) of barely 4.5 km² between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, named after the monk seals ("sea wolves") that once lived here. Nobody lives there permanently today: just a tiny harbour, one beach bar, marked trails and postcard coves.

Important: access is regulated and a free visitor permit is required. If you go on an organised trip, the permit is usually handled for you — one more reason to book rather than improvise.

How to get there from Corralejo

By all-inclusive catamaran (the comfortable option)

The most complete way to experience Lobos is the Lobos Island catamaran trip with lunch: 4 hours sailing from Corralejo with a swimming stop in a cove, snorkelling gear, paddle boards and inflatables included, paella with unlimited drinks on board and time ashore on the island. €62 per adult.

By boat with transfers included

If you'd rather have more free time to explore the island on your own, the classic Lobos excursion includes transfers from Fuerteventura's main resort areas plus the crossing: €65 adults, €45 children, around 4 hours.

What to do on Lobos

1. Playa de la Concha: the island's postcard. A crescent of white sand with calm, shallow water — perfect for families.
2. El Puertito: a handful of fishermen's cottages around a tiny turquoise lagoon. The most-photographed corner of Lobos.
3. Snorkelling: the islet's protected waters are among the clearest in the Canaries; you'll see shoals of fish a couple of metres from shore.
4. La Caldera: if you enjoy hiking, the climb up the island's little volcano (127 m) rewards you with views of Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and the whole islet. Closed shoes and water required.
5. Punta Martiño lighthouse: the northern tip, for those who want to walk the whole island (2-3 hours on foot in total).

Quick tips

1. There's almost no shade and no shops: bring water, sunscreen and a hat, no exceptions.
2. Book early: in summer boat places sell out and the daily visitor quota is limited.
3. The beach bar at El Puertito is famous for its paella but keeps short hours — go on the catamaran with lunch included and it's not your problem.
4. Take your rubbish back with you: it's a protected area with no bins on the trails.

FAQs

How long is the crossing from Corralejo to Lobos? About 15 minutes. Excursion catamarans usually sail a little longer to visit coves and make swimming stops.

Do you need a permit to visit Lobos? Yes, a free access permit with a daily quota. Organised excursions handle it for you.

How much does it cost to visit Lobos Island? From about €62-65 per adult on an organised trip from Corralejo, with the crossing and extras included depending on the option.

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Planning more days on the island? Check out the Cofete and Punta Jandía jeep safari, the inland buggy tour and all our things to do in Fuerteventura.