About this tour
When Ben from our team took the ferry out to Lobos Island from Corralejo, it felt like stepping into a proper protected nature reserve — volcanic, quiet, and genuinely unspoilt. The operation's been running since 1988, and it shows: you get ferry tickets both ways, a short coastal boat ride with a drink, and a 25-minute snorkel in the shallows where the water stays calm and clear. The whole thing runs about four hours, which gives you enough breathing room to explore the island's rocky trails or just sit and absorb the quiet. It's not a frenetic guided experience — you're set loose to wander — which suits travellers after something low-key and self-directed.
Highlights
- Volcanic landscape with zero crowds most days
- Ferry runs smoothly; boat crew hands you snorkel gear without fuss
- Snorkel spot genuinely clear; fish visible without drama
- Island feels protected and wild — not a resort feel
- Pram-friendly ferry access; families manage it easily
- Drink onboard the coastal boat is a nice touch
- Four hours is long enough to hike without rushing
- Company's 35-year track record shows in organisation
What to expect
You'll start at Corralejo's dock, hop the ferry across (return tickets included), and land on Lobos Island with the morning or afternoon to yourself. The island is volcanic rock and sparse vegetation — stunning but absolutely treeless. After disembarking, most people either walk the perimeter trails or head straight to the snorkel zone. The coastal boat ride is short and casual; crew hand out snorkels and masks, and the 25-minute snorkel happens in sheltered water where visibility is genuinely good. It's not a deep-dive situation — you're in the shallows watching small fish and seabed — but it's peaceful and works well for mixed swimmers.
The real surprise is how quiet it stays. Ben found the island felt genuinely remote despite being a day trip. The only catch: there's one restaurant that's not always open, so pack your own food and water. The volcanic ground reflects heat like mad, and there's nowhere to hide from sun, so hat, sunscreen, and shade-seeking become essential by midday.
What travellers say
- Genuinely quiet, protected island — feels far from tourist sprawl
- Ferry and snorkel gear all sorted; minimal admin
- Clear water; even nervous swimmers see something
- Suits prams, varying fitness, no heavy physical demands
- Longstanding operator — 35 years of sorted logistics
- Self-paced exploring gives you real flexibility
- Volcanic landscape has zero shade; brutal sun exposure
- Only 25 minutes snorkelling; quick compared to full dive trips
- No shops on island; must bring own food and water
- Rough weather can cancel — book early to allow rescheduling
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is a solid, low-hassle way to tick off a protected natural area without a hectic group experience. You get genuine snorkelling in clear water, the ferry logistics are straightforward, and all transport and gear are included. It suits families (prams work on the ferry), mixed fitness levels, and anyone after a half-day that doesn't feel crammed with instructions.
The island is exposed — volcanic rock, no trees, relentless sun. If you burn easily or hate walking in heat, book early morning. There's no food for sale on the island, and the restaurant is unreliable, so bring proper supplies or you'll regret it. Snorkelling is 25 minutes; if you're chasing underwater drama, you'll find pleasant but not spectacular marine life. Pets aren't allowed, and rough weather can scupper the trip — though the operator reschedules or refunds fairly. Book ahead in summer; it's popular and spots fill up.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.