Water Taxi Lobos Island
Description
Let yourself be seduced by the native flora and fauna that turn this islet of Fuerteventura into a protected natural area and visit the mountain of La Caldera, the Faro Martiño, El Puertito or its crystal clear beaches.
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Itinerary
It is an islet of about 6 km² of surface and 13.7 km of coastline, located 2 km northeast of Fuerteventura and 8 km south of Lanzarote, islands separated by the Bocaina Strait. The islet can be seen clearly from Corralejo, the nearest town. The channel that separates Fuerteventura de Lobos, whose depth does not exceed 10 meters, is known as «El Río» or «Paso de la Orchilla» .1 Its name is due to the fact that in the past, monk seals or friar of the Mediterranean inhabited the island (also known as sea lions), now in danger of extinction. The fishermen eliminated the species, since they thought that their voracity reduced the marine resources of the area. Each of these animals needs between 30 and 40 kilograms of fish a day. Reintroduction efforts of sea lions are being made, despite fishermen's refusal. The small island is fully protected and forms the Islote de Lobos Natural Park. It houses more than 130 plant species and several bird species, highlighting the seagull, the bustard (at certain times of the year) and the cinderella shear. The seabed is an underwater reserve area and contains a great ecological wealth. Its maximum height is located in La Caldera, also known as El Filo La Herradura, 127 meters high.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(95)
The excursion itself is fine; it does not depend much on Viator since it is run by the Perdomo company, but the sales aspect... Viator offers a discount for Canary residents, which you cannot obtain at the time of payment. That was the negative and decisive point for the rating.
Amazing experience we enjoyed a lot. Valentina and Adolfo were very kind and we hope to come back next year.
They were running late but the island was fantastic. Boat was great fun too, speeding along at around 18 knots across the chop!
We were welcomed by Adolfo and Jaime aboard a truly splendid catamaran for a four-hour trip to Lobos Island. From the very first moment, they proved to be extremely friendly, professional, and attentive to every detail. When Adolfo discovered it was my birthday, he reserved a special treatment for us that made the experience even more memorable. During the excursion, we enjoyed an excellent paella, so much so that we even had seconds! It was a very pleasant day spent among wonderful views, relaxation, and great company. In addition to a splendid excursion, we had the pleasure of meeting two truly special people. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A truly fantastic experience, a mix of relaxation and fun in a truly breathtaking setting. Very capable, attentive, and kind guides.
We booked a private trip and we couldn’t have enjoyed ourselves more if we tried. they took us over to Lobos island where we stayed for about an hour/an hour and half and they provided canoes, snorkels and body boards. Our lunch was included in the price and the it’s was beautiful (meat paella) and the drinks were all inclusive throughout the trip. The guides were fantastic and such. good laugh. Well worth the money and would absolutely do it again
We have enjoyed this catamaran excursion very much. Everything has been wonderful: the atmosphere, the tour, and the organization. Additionally, the paella was very good and was the perfect complement to a fantastic day at sea. We want to especially highlight the kindness and professionalism of the entire crew. In particular, Captain Adolfo, Alicia, and Valentina have been attentive to us at all times, ensuring that we lacked nothing and making the experience even more enjoyable. As a small observation, we had a bit of trouble finding the departure point, as the location by car can be somewhat difficult to locate the first time. However, once we arrived, everything was perfect and it was totally worth it. Without a doubt, a completely recommendable experience. We have felt very well taken care of from the beginning to the end. Thank you very much to the entire team for an unforgettable day!
Adolfo and Miguel, the best guides in Fuerteventura
Water Taxi to Lobos was IMMENSE. My son said it was ‘the best bit of the holiday!’ Not for the faint hearted, the captain of the speedboat navigated the choppy waters with absolute prowess, he clearly knew his stuff. The vibe was cool too, music to accompany each phase of the journey. Incredibly memorable part of the trip to Fuerteventura, would definitely go again. Oh and the beach is lovely too, about a 10 minute walk when you get there. Take your swim stuff, suncream, a snorkel mask and water/snacks. Little to no shade on the beach so take an umbrella if you plan to go for the day.
Class trip, lovely people with lovely views
