Twenty-five minutes by ferry from northern Lanzarote sits an island with not one paved road. La Graciosa is the eighth inhabited Canary Island — the last to be officially recognized, in 2018 — and the fastest way to feel you have traveled much farther than the clock says. Sand streets, a single village, beaches earned on foot or by bike, and a silence that is already hard to find on Lanzarote. It makes a perfect day trip.

How to get to La Graciosa

The only way across is the ferry from Órzola, at the northern tip of Lanzarote. Two companies — Líneas Romero and Biosfera Express — run the route with frequent departures throughout the day; the crossing takes about 25 minutes over El Río, the channel between the two islands, with the Risco de Famara cliffs as a backdrop. A round-trip ticket runs around €20-26, with discounts for residents and families. There is parking in Órzola, because cars are not allowed on La Graciosa: you land at Caleta del Sebo, the only village, and from there you go on foot, by bike or by 4×4 taxi. Book ferry tickets directly with the operators, especially in summer.

Getting around the island

La Graciosa is 29 km² and mostly flat, so the bicycle is the obvious choice: rentals in Caleta del Sebo run about €10-15 a day. The tracks are sand and volcanic stone — unpaved — so wide tires help, and it pays to judge distances carefully under the sun. If you would rather not pedal, 4×4 taxis (jeep-taxi) run to the farther beaches for a fixed fare. And there is always walking: the closest beaches are a short stroll from the port.

The beaches

The reason most people cross. Playa de las Conchas, in the northwest below Montaña Bermeja, is the most spectacular — golden sand and turquoise water — but with strong currents: swim with caution. Playa Francesa, closer to the village and sheltered, is the safest for swimming and the family favorite. La Cocina, at the foot of Montaña Amarilla, pairs a beach with an easy crater climb and views over the channel. None have beach bars or rental umbrellas: bring water, food and shade.

Caleta del Sebo and where to eat

The village is small and quickly walked: white houses, the church, the fishing harbor and a handful of restaurants that live on the day’s catch. Fresh grilled fish with papas arrugadas by the harbor is part of the experience. There are also a couple of shops to stock up before heading out to the beaches. There are no reliable ATMs or large supermarkets, so bring cash and the essentials from Lanzarote.

How to plan the day

The classic plan: early ferry from Órzola, bike rental in Caleta del Sebo, a morning at Las Conchas or Francesa, a fish lunch in the village and an afternoon ferry back. Bring plenty of sun protection, water and little else: the charm of La Graciosa is precisely in what it lacks. If you would rather have it all arranged, an organized excursion bundles the bus, ferry, guide and lunch.

→ The Teguise market and La Graciosa excursion combines both in a single day; the Coast 2 Coast excursion crosses Lanzarote shore to shore to the island. And if you are planning the whole trip, our guide to things to do in Lanzarote puts La Graciosa in context.

Published: June 10, 2026. Official source: UNESCO Global Geopark of Lanzarote.