{"id":4278,"date":"2026-08-27T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitlanzarote.es\/?p=4278"},"modified":"2026-08-28T07:18:49","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T07:18:49","slug":"excursiones-en-barco-en-lanzarote-cual-elegir-segun-tu-plan-catamaran-delfines-o-atardecer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitlanzarote.es\/en\/excursiones-en-barco-en-lanzarote-cual-elegir-segun-tu-plan-catamaran-delfines-o-atardecer\/","title":{"rendered":"Boat Trips in Lanzarote: How to Choose Yours (Catamaran, Dolphins or Sunset)"},"content":{"rendered":"

I Love Papagayo<\/strong><\/a> is the most complete first boat day: an 11:00 departure from Puerto del Carmen and around 4 hours of sailing with anchor time off Punta de Papagayo, right by the protected coves of the south. It includes a welcome mojito with Spanish tortilla, paella on board, an open bar and kayak and snorkel gear for the swim stop \u2014 no experience needed. Return transfer from the pickup point closest to your accommodation is included, all ages are welcome, and under-2s go free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who it’s for:<\/strong> families, groups, and anyone who wants the full sea day with zero logistics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. The big day out: La Graciosa by catamaran<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The eighth island deserves a whole day. The La Graciosa catamaran excursion<\/strong><\/a> crosses from \u00d3rzola, leaves time to wander Caleta de Sebo \u2014 the sand-streeted village with no tarmac \u2014 then sails on to Playa Francesa with kayak and snorkel stops, paella and drinks on board. Transfers run from the island’s main resort areas depending on the day of the week, and you’ll want to be a confident swimmer to make the most of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rather do it at your own pace and nap on the beach of your choosing? The La Graciosa ferry<\/a> crosses from \u00d3rzola in 25\u201330 minutes and lets you build the day yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who it’s for:<\/strong> travellers who want to bring home the wildest postcard of the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Dolphins and whales: two very different ways to look for them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choose carefully here, because these two trips have almost nothing in common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The quiet option leaves from Puerto Calero: a silent electric catamaran<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 the first in the Canaries with no noise or emissions \u2014 with an expert guide, a hydrophone so you can hear what’s happening under the hull, local snacks, and 7.5% of every ticket funding cetacean conservation. Trips run 3\u20134 hours, with bottlenose, common and Risso’s dolphins on the cards and, with luck, a Bryde’s whale. Babies are welcome: this is the wildlife trip built for families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The adrenaline option departs from the Varadero in Puerto del Carmen: a 12-seat semi-rigid speedboat<\/strong><\/a> that covers far more coastline in less time. Life jacket, water and windbreaker included; minimum age 4.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One honest warning you’ll thank us for: these are wild animals and no serious operator guarantees sightings<\/strong>. Be suspicious of anyone who promises them \u2014 routes are designed to maximise your chances, not to script them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who it’s for:<\/strong> wildlife lovers (catamaran) or small groups after open water (speedboat).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. For two: sunset from the deck<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sunset cruise<\/strong><\/a> from Puerto del Carmen lasts about 2 hours: a catamaran, a welcome mojito, canap\u00e9s and a drink while the sun drops into the sea. Dolphins occasionally join in, uninvited. Free pickup from nearby accommodation and multilingual guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who it’s for:<\/strong> couples, anniversaries and the last evening of the holiday. Pound for pound, the best short trip on the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. No timetables: our exclusive experiences, built around yo<\/h2>\n\n\n