Fuerteventura and Corralejo Day Trip from Lanzarote

The ferry crossing from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura

Only a narrow strait, La Bocayna, separates the southern tip of Lanzarote from the north of Fuerteventura. The ferry leaves from Playa Blanca and reaches Corralejo in a short crossing, sailing past the small volcanic island of Lobos, a protected nature reserve with a single cone rising from the sea. On calm days the water is a deep blue, and flying fish and dolphins are sometimes seen.

Many travellers ask how to get from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura without planning ferries and buses themselves. On this Fuerteventura day trip from Lanzarote, our coach collects you near your accommodation, the ferry ticket is included in both directions and the guide handles every connection, so you simply enjoy the views from the deck.

Corralejo Dunes Natural Park

The Corralejo Dunes Natural Park covers a large area of rolling white sand on the north-east coast of Fuerteventura. Unlike desert sand, these dunes are formed mainly from crushed shells and marine organisms, which explains their pale colour. Wind shapes them constantly, and on one side they meet the ocean along a chain of long beaches with clear turquoise water, while the red cone of an extinct volcano rises inland.

The coach stops in the park so you can walk on the dunes, take photos and dip your feet in the sea. Are the Corralejo dunes worth visiting? They are one of the most famous landscapes of the Canary Islands and feel very different from volcanic Lanzarote. The best time to visit is in the morning, before the sand gets too hot.

El Cotillo, the fishing village of the north-west

El Cotillo is a small fishing village on the north-west coast of Fuerteventura, known for its relaxed atmosphere, its small harbour and two very different sides of the sea. To the north, shallow lagoons with white sand and calm, clear water are perfect for paddling. To the south, long beaches face the open Atlantic, where waves draw surfers from all over Europe.

Above the old harbour stands a round stone watchtower from the 18th century, built to defend the coast from pirates, with wide views over the cliffs. The guide gives you free time to walk to the viewpoint, explore the harbour or sit by the lagoons. For many visitors, El Cotillo is the most charming stop of the day.

Corralejo town

Corralejo grew from a small fishing village into the liveliest town of northern Fuerteventura, but its old centre still keeps whitewashed houses, a little church square and a harbour where fishing boats and ferries share the water. A seafront promenade connects small beaches, cafés and shops, and the main street is lined with restaurants offering fresh fish and Canarian dishes.

Your free time here is the moment for lunch, a walk along the harbour or a swim at one of the town beaches. Things to do in Corralejo include shopping for local crafts, trying Canarian dishes like wrinkled potatoes with mojo sauce, or simply watching the boats come and go before the afternoon ferry takes you back to Lanzarote.