DIANA BANCALE
Founder and author, travel blogger since 2014.
1 day in La Graciosa island from Lanzarote
Visiting La Graciosa from Lanzarote is one of the most authentic experiences you can have in the Canary Islands.
It is the only island in the archipelago without paved roads and without cars, a natural paradise perfect for a day trip. It is the eighth Canary Island and the smallest among the inhabited ones.
Golden sand, turquoise sea, and silence: here time seems to have stood still. The island has less than 700 inhabitants and is probably one of the most unspoiled areas I have seen in all these years in the Canaries.
Do you need travel insurance for your next vacation?
Choose Heymondo travel insurance and travel worry-free!
Get a 10% discount for my readers here!Is La Graciosa worth visiting?
I was there in October for my birthday and I was lucky to catch a day with little wind, so the weather was perfect for enjoying the island’s most beautiful beaches.
I expected it to be wild, but honestly it exceeded my expectations. The only vehicles on the island are a few jeeps that run tourist tours: otherwise, zero.
Also, the center of La Caleta de Sebo really has only sandy roads, with the sole exception of the small port area where the ferries from Lanzarote arrive. Elsewhere on the island, there are none.
How to get to La Graciosa
To reach La Graciosa from Lanzarote you must take a ferry from Órzola, the port in northern Lanzarote.
Crossing time: about 20 minutes
Ferry companies: Líneas Romero and Biosfera Express
Average price: €30–40 round trip
Ferry schedule to La Graciosa
departures every 60-90 minutes from 08:00 to about 18:00 (times vary by season). In summer the last return of Lineas Romero is at 19:00, so if you go for one day and depart early, you’ll have many hours to enjoy the island.
Below you’ll find the ferry schedules to Lanzarote for both companies:
Líneas Romero
Biosfera Express
You can book the ferry to La Graciosa on GetYourGuide with free cancellation and real-time schedules.
How long to stay in La Graciosa
One day is sufficient to discover the main places of La Graciosa if you have limited time.
However, I honestly recommend, if you can, staying at least one night to fully live its spirit as a wild island and see what it feels like to wake up in such a place and go to bed under a ceiling of stars above your head.
Do you need travel insurance for your next vacation?
Choose Heymondo travel insurance and travel worry-free!
Get a 10% discount for my readers here!How to move around in La Graciosa
Upon disembarking at the port of Caleta de Sebo, the only inhabited center, you will immediately notice the island’s peculiarity: no asphalt, only sand.
You have three ways to get around:
On foot: ideal for reaching the beautiful beaches of Playa Francesa and Playa de La Cocina (about 40 minutes walking). This is the path I chose, having only a few hours.
By bicycle: the most popular and fun way to explore the island (rental from €10–15 per day). Bear in mind that since the roads are sandy, cycling will not always be easy, so better choose an electric bike, especially if you’re not very fit.
RENT AN ELECTRIC BIKE IN LA GRACIOSA HERE
With a 4×4 jeep: perfect to visit more distant beaches, such as Playa de las Conchas or Pedro Barba. In this case you can contact tourist agencies that organize guided tours on the island.
– If you want to avoid logistics, consider a guided jeep tour of La Graciosa with a local guide, or a boat tour with lunch and snorkeling on GetYourGuide.
Best beaches of La Graciosa
The island’s beaches are among the wildest and most spectacular in the Canaries. But which is the most beautiful?
Playa Francesa
It is the closest to Caleta de Sebo, reachable on foot in about 40 minutes or by bike. Transparent water and golden sand, perfect for swimming and relaxing. Considered the most beautiful beach in La Graciosa, many boat tours make a stop here, so I recommend going early in the morning.
Playa de La Cocina
At the foot of Montaña Amarilla, it is a small protected bay with extraordinary colors. It is often considered the most beautiful beach in La Graciosa, and I can confirm that. The yellow walls of the mountain that seem to embrace the bay give the sea stunning blue shades.
To reach it, after Playa Francesa you continue about 10 minutes over dunes of sand and then do a small descent to reach the beach.
Playa de las Conchas
Located on the north side of La Graciosa, it is a wide, untouched expanse. The sea is rougher, so swimming is not recommended, but the landscape is spectacular.
The easier way to get there is by booking a jeep tour that will take you to the beach. You can book it here on Get Your Guide.
Important: as you can imagine, all the beaches in La Graciosa are free and wild, so there are neither shops to buy water and food nor, obviously, umbrellas or sunbeds.
Buy water and snacks in the supermarkets of Caleta de Sebo before heading to the beach and bring with you an umbrella!
What to see in La Graciosa
Besides beaches, in La Graciosa you can visit:
Caleta de Sebo
The small fishing village where the port is and the main inhabited center of the island. I liked it very much with its white houses and sand streets, a few restaurants, holiday apartments, tourist agencies, a pharmacy, a bank with ATM, the town hall, and all the basic services for the few residents of the island.
Pedro Barba
Tiny settlement on the northern coast, reachable by bike or jeep. It is the second and only other inhabited center of La Graciosa.
Montaña Amarilla
An ochre-yellow volcanic cone from which you can enjoy an incredible panorama. If you like trekking, you can do this excursion on foot.
Montaña Bermeja
A small crater of dark red color located in the northwestern zone, from which you can enjoy a spectacular panorama over Playa de las Conchas and the island of Montaña Clara. Ideal for those who love walking and photographing volcanic landscapes.
Montaña del Mojón
A rise in the center of the island, reachable by jeep or bicycle, from which opens a 360° panoramic view over the entire Chinijo archipelago. Perfect for those who like walking off the tourist areas.
Arco de los Caletones
A natural rock formation carved by wind and sea, located on the northwest coast. Little known and difficult to reach but very evocative for photos.
Where to eat in La Graciosa
In Caleta de Sebo there are some simple and characteristic restaurants where you can mostly eat fresh fish:
El Varadero: cozy restaurant, famous for paella and its view of the port.
Restaurante Casa Enriqueta: home cooking and excellent grilled fish.
Alternatively, bring water and a packed lunch if you prefer to stay all day on the beach. On the island in Caleta de Sebo there are some small supermarkets where you can buy what you need.
Where to sleep in La Graciosa
Although many people visit the island in one day, it is worth staying a night to experience the absolute calm of Caleta de Sebo after the tourists depart. Accommodations are simple but welcoming, ideal for those seeking tranquility and authenticity.
You can choose among small sea-view apartments, renovated fishermen’s houses, or family guesthouses in the center of the village.
-Find the best hotel and apartment deals in La Graciosa on the map below:
Tip: book well in advance, especially in summer, because available spots on the island are limited.
High / luxury range
Evita beach aptos y suites exclusivas — establishment with elegant atmosphere, sea-front location, and quality services.
Mid range
Apartamentos Flor — near the beach and the port, a convenient option with good value for money.
Low budget
La Nasita — simple, clean, well-rated lodging, ideal for travelers on a budget.
Practical tips for visiting La Graciosa
-No shade on the beaches: bring an umbrella or a large cloth.
-Wear comfortable shoes if you go on foot or by bike.
-Don’t forget water, a hat, and sunscreen.
Visiting La Graciosa in one day from Lanzarote means discovering an island out of time, where nature dominates and tranquility is total.
–Book your ferry from Lanzarote to La Graciosa here or choose an organized tour from Lanzarote to best enjoy your day.
If you liked this post, you may also like:
The 9 best beach clubs in South Tenerife (2025)
What to see in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain) in 1 day
La Maddalena island, Sardinia, what to see and the best beaches
Dear reader, please note that some of the links on my blog are affiliate links. This means that, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links.