Catamaran to La Graciosa: Paella, Kayaks & Playa Francesa from Órzola

From the north coast of Lanzarote, a short ferry slips past black volcanic cliffs and across cobalt Atlantic to the tiny island of La Graciosa. 'I Love La Graciosa sin recogida' is a half-day luxury catamaran outing that turns that short crossing into a day framed by sun, sand and seawater. Meet at Puerto de Órzola, board the public ferry for the 25-minute hop to Caleta de Sebo, and spend an hour wandering sandy streets and low white houses, listening as your multilingual guide outlines local life and fishing traditions before you climb aboard a sleek catamaran. Once under sail the sea opens up. The boat traces the island’s southern coast with Lanzarote’s volcanic profile at the horizon until it anchors off Playa Francesa, a long crescent of pale sand backed by scrub and the bright ochre slope of Montaña Amarilla. This coastline shows the archipelago’s volcanic provenance: black lava fields, tuff cones, and wind-sculpted sand are visible in close detail, while the Chinijo Archipelago Natural Park—protected since 1986—protects seabird colonies and marine habitats below the surface. Onboard the mood is part celebration, part beach day. Guests are welcomed with a mojito and pincho de tortilla, then treated to freshly made paella and a fruit course. A bar with beer, sangría and soft drinks runs throughout the cruise. Kayaks are available for paddling around the anchor, and there’s ample time for swimming and sunbathing in clear, shallow water. Guides speak Spanish and English (German and Italian on request) and keep the pace relaxed—this is a trip designed for unwinding and exploration, not a tour of rush. Practically speaking: the outing runs about four hours from Órzola, accommodates large groups, and offers ferry return with complimentary Wi‑Fi. It’s not wheelchair-accessible, and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Pack reef shoes for rocky shallows, reef‑safe sunscreen, and a hat—the sun reflects fiercely off sand and water. Why book it? La Graciosa feels like an island preserved out of time: minimal cars, wide beaches and clear water that invite play. This trip pairs comfortable cruising with a taste of island life and direct access to some of the best swimming and snorkeling off the Canary chain. For travelers based in northern Lanzarote, it’s a compact, high-value escape—part beach day, part sea voyage, and all Canary coast. Bring a lightweight dry bag for phones and cameras, and arrive at Puerto de Órzola on time to catch the ferry. Local guides will point out marine life and the island’s tiny community in Caleta de Sebo; follow their briefings to protect dunes and seabird nesting sites. The experience welcomes families and couples looking for an active, relaxed day on the water with kayak and snorkeling.