LOBOS FERRY GUIDE

Corralejo → Isla de Lobos

Isla de Lobos ferryTimetable, prices and permit from Corralejo

Crossing 15–20 minBocaina strait · 3 kmFrom €17 return

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Wind outlook · next 7 days

Published operator schedule, checked 14 July 2026. Seasonal sailings are marked. Availability and weather changes are confirmed by the booking provider.

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The permit sells out before the boat does

100% FREE — NEVER PAY FOR IT

Only 400 visitors per day set foot on Lobos

Access to the Parque Natural is capped at 400 people per day, in two shifts of 200. The authorization is issued by the Cabildo de Fuerteventura and is completely free — if any website charges you for the permit itself, walk away.

In high season permits run out days in advance. Secure the permit — or a ferry ticket that includes permit processing — before planning anything else.

Who runs the boats

Two family companies, one tiny strait

Barco Majorero by Naviera Nortour sailing beside Isla de Lobos
Barco MajoreroOfficial photo
Since 1988 · Corralejo

Naviera Nortour

  • The “Majorero” — classic boat with glass-bottom viewing
  • Bicycles and beach gear allowed on board
  • Optional mini-cruise + snorkeling add-on (~45 min)
White and red Ferry Isla de Lobos sailing off Corralejo
Ferry Isla de LobosOfficial photo
Since 1970 · Corralejo

Ferry Isla de Lobos

  • Two vessels, incl. the “Visión Submarina” glass-bottom
  • Permit processing bundled with the ticket
  • Free cancellation up to 48h before departure

Plan with confidence

Everything that can change your booking

Current timetableOperator-by-operator departures, returns and seasonal notes.Free visitor permitWhen you need it, how to request it and when processing costs €2.Prices and operatorsCompare Nortour and Ferry Isla de Lobos without guesswork.Ferry vs snorkeling vs catamaranChoose by budget, time and what is included.From LanzaroteCompare the guided trip with the DIY route through Corralejo.How we verify informationSources, update method and affiliate transparency.

The right order

How to do it without ruining your day

  1. Secure the permit. Free from the Cabildo, or bundled with your ferry ticket by both operators.
  2. Book the boat. Standard return fares start around €17/adult and €11 for ages 4–11; under-4s travel free. Permit processing may add €2.
  3. Arrive 20 minutes early. Boats leave from the far end of Corralejo harbour (opposite Bar La Lonja). Bus line 6 stops right there; parking fills by 10:00 in summer.
  4. Come back on time. Miss the last boat and your only way home is an expensive water taxi.

Local knowledge

What nobody tells you

Barco Majorero ferry crossing the Bocaina strait beside Isla de Lobos01
Wind decides everythingThe Bocaina strait gets rough. Strong NE trade winds = cancelled sailings. Check the live wind indicator at the top of this page the morning of your trip and have a plan B.
Exposed beach on Isla de Lobos with no shops or natural shade02
Bring everythingOne tiny restaurant, no reservations, no shops, no rentals, almost no shade. Water, food, sunscreen and an umbrella are on you.
Isla de Lobos circular trail seen from the La Caldera viewpoint03
3 hours is the sweet spotThe loop trail takes ~3h: Playa de la Concha, the Faro de Martiño lighthouse and the La Caldera volcano viewpoint.
Lanzarote to Fuerteventura ferry sailing from Playa Blanca04
Coming from Lanzarote?No direct boat. Take the Playa Blanca → Corralejo fast ferry (~30 min), then the Lobos boat. Catch the 9:30 crossing to make it a day trip.

Playa Blanca ferry photo: Dguendel, CC BY 4.0.

Want more than a ferry?

Turn Lobos into a four-hour sailing experience

Sail around Lobos by catamaran with lunch, drinks, snorkeling, kayak and SUP included. It costs more than the ferry, but brings the whole day together in one booking.

See the Lobos catamaran →Opens GetYourGuide
White catamaran and snorkelers in turquoise water beside the volcanic coast of Isla de Lobos
Illustrative image

FAQ

Quick answers

Do I need a permit to visit Isla de Lobos?

Yes — free, issued by the Cabildo de Fuerteventura, capped at 400 visitors/day in two shifts of 200. Book it before the ferry, or buy a ticket that includes permit processing.

How long is the crossing?

15–20 minutes from Corralejo harbour across the Bocaina strait.

How much does it cost?

Standard return fares start around €17 per adult and €11 for ages 4–11; under-4s travel free. Optional permit processing is commonly €2 per person.

Do ferries get cancelled because of wind?

Yes — the Bocaina strait is exposed to the NE trade winds and operators cancel in strong conditions. Check the live wind indicator on this page the morning of your trip.

What if permits are sold out?

Try another date or choose a booking option that manages the required authorization. Do not assume that every boat tour permits landing: always check the exact itinerary before paying.

Checked 14 July 2026

Checked against operator sources

Times and prices are snapshots, not promises. Booking inventory is the final source of truth.

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