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About La Graciosa
Sand roads and empty beaches.
La Graciosa lies just off the northern tip of Lanzarote, across a narrow strait called El Río. It became the eighth officially recognised Canary Island in 2018. There are no paved roads: the streets of the harbour village, Caleta de Sebo, are sand, and the only other village is tiny Pedro Barba. The island is part of the Chinijo Archipelago Natural Park and sits inside one of Europe's largest marine reserves, with clear water, quiet beaches and small volcanoes to walk up.
Don't miss
The best of La Graciosa.
- Caleta de SeboThe harbour village where the ferry lands, with sand streets, fish restaurants and bike hire.
- Playa de las ConchasA wide beach of golden sand in the north-west, facing Montaña Clara. The sea can be rough here.
- Playa FrancesaA calm, sheltered bay a short walk or ride from Caleta de Sebo.
- Montaña AmarillaA yellow volcanic cone at the southern tip, with a small beach below it.
- Pedro BarbaThe island's second, much smaller village, on the east coast.
- The marine reserveSnorkelling, diving and boat trips in the protected waters of the Chinijo Archipelago.
Maps
La Graciosa on the map.
Practical
Everything you need to know.
Getting there
There is no airport. Fly to Lanzarote (ACE), then take the ferry from Órzola in the north of Lanzarote to Caleta de Sebo, about half an hour away.
Getting around
On foot or by bike, both easy to hire by the harbour. 4×4 taxis go to the beaches. Visitors cannot bring cars.
When to go
All year. It is very sunny and can be windy. Summer weekends are the busiest, with day trippers from Lanzarote.
Where to stay
Small apartments and guesthouses in Caleta de Sebo. Staying overnight lets you see the island once the day trippers have left.
The island guide · Coming soon
Discover La Graciosa
Caleta de Sebo, Playa de las Conchas, the sand roads & the marine reserve. Leave your email and we will tell you the day it launches.
