Islet of Lobos

The Isla de Lobos has an area of 6 square kilometres framed by almost 14 kilometres of coastline formed by steep cliffs that can be seen from Corralejo, as it is only 2 kilometres from Fuerteventura and 8 kilometres from Lanzarote.

A bit of history

It is believed that the island was inhabited from Roman times and, later, after the occupation of the Canary Islands, it was used for hunting sea lions and as a refuge for pirates.

In 1860, the construction of the Punta Martiño lighthouse began, so the construction workers settled in the north of the island using small buildings.

In the past, the island was massively inhabited by sea lions. There were so many of them that they gave the island its name. Each sea lion needs about 40 kilos of fish per day, so the fishermen, alerted by the dwindling marine resources in the area, eliminated most of the sea lions.

During the 19th and 20th centuries, the island would pass through the hands of different owners who would carry out some urban development projects that would not finally be carried out due to the fact that the island was declared a natural park.

What to see in Isla de Lobos

The Lobos Island offers its visitors an unspoilt natural environment, a wild space to forget the world as we know it and enter a more ancient and pure version of the Canary Islands.

Lobos Island is a paradise for hiking and nature lovers. On the island you can find some Roman remains, as well as the beautiful original landscape of the archipelago, preserved to perfection thanks to the fact that the island was declared a Protected Natural Area and is part of the Fuerteventura Biosphere Reserve.

Lobos offers the possibility of getting lost and enjoying the peace and quiet, but it also has some places of interest that are worth discovering.

Isla de Lobos Interpretation Centre

Next to Playa de la Calera is the small Isla de Lobos Interpretation Centre, an excellent starting point to get to know the island and discover the details that make it so special.

Lighthouse Road

There is a circular path around the island that allows you to get to know the best corners of Isla de Lobos in just two hours.

Punta Martiño Lighthouse

Inaugurated in 1865, the lighthouse is one of the most emblematic places on Isla de Lobos. It was there that the endearing Antonio Hernández, better known as Antoñito the lighthouse keeper, settled. Nowadays the lighthouse continues to frame the coast of the island but it works automatically.

El Puertito

One of those places to fall in love with and the most photographed spot on the island, it is formed by extensive arms of volcanic rock on which the crystalline waters of the Atlantic dance to form calm turquoise lagoons. In El Puertito you can see the old fishermen's houses, which are practically the only buildings to be found on the island.

Lime kiln and old salt works

The remains of the ovens that were used to make the lime needed to line the houses that were built still remain, while the old salt pans were used to extract the salt that would be used to preserve the fish.
The island has a small restaurant where the family of Antoñito el Farero offers the freshest fish, as well as some of the simplest and most delicious typical Canarian dishes.

How to get to Lobos Island from Fuerteventura

The Lobos Island is perfectly connected to Fuerteventura via the port of Corralejo.

In order to preserve the natural environment of the island, access is restricted and only 200 people are allowed to visit per day, so if you want to make an excursion to Isla de Lobos, it is advisable to plan it in advance.

Ferry to Lobos Island

You can get from Fuerteventura to Lobos Island by ferry, the journey time is 20 minutes and the price is €16.50 for a return trip.

Excursion to Isla de Lobos by catamaran

If you are not in a hurry to get there and you just want to enjoy the journey, this catamaran excursion is the ideal option. You will be able to contemplate the island from a distance, surround it and enjoy the calm waters that surround it.

Watertaxi to Lobos Island

The fastest way to reach the Lobos Island from Corralejo is to take a water taxi. The journey takes 10 minutes and costs €16 including return journey.