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Órzola to La Graciosa: A Four‑Hour Catamaran Escape of Mojitos, Paella and Crystal Bays
A roughly 4‑hour outing from Órzola that combines a 25‑minute ferry to La Graciosa, an hour ashore in Caleta de Sebo, and a luxury catamaran sail with paella, drinks and a swim stop.
Órzola to La Graciosa: A Four‑Hour Catamaran Escape of Mojitos, Paella and Crystal Bays.
This half‑day outing begins on the north coast of Lanzarote at the small port of Órzola and crosses by regular ferry to the neighbouring island of La Graciosa. After a short hour ashore in the sand‑strewn village of Caleta de Sebo you board a luxury catamaran for a coastal sail past Lanzarote, culminating in an anchored stop at Playa Francesa where paella, drinks and time for swimming and sunbathing await.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A short ferry into a quieter island
The route starts with a regular ferry from Órzola to La Graciosa — a roughly 25‑minute crossing that offers ocean and volcanic landscape views before you arrive in Caleta de Sebo for time on land.
Caleta de Sebo: sand streets and a brief exploration
You have about an hour to explore Caleta de Sebo, either on a guided walk that explains local history and customs or independently to soak up the village’s relaxed atmosphere before boarding the catamaran at the pier.
Sail, swim and a shore lunch at Playa Francesa
Onboard the luxury catamaran you’re welcomed with a mojito and papas arrugadas; the voyage follows the southern coast of La Graciosa past Montaña Amarilla and ends with anchoring at Playa Francesa for freshly prepared paella, a drinks bar and swimming time.
What the day feels like
What the four hours feel like
The outing moves at a relaxed tempo: a brief sea crossing to La Graciosa, a concentrated hour for village discovery, then a leisurely catamaran sail with welcome drinks, tapas and a paella lunch while the boat anchors in a sheltered, crystal‑clear bay for swimming and sunbathing before the return ferry to Órzola.
THE CROSSING
A short ferry into a quieter island
The route starts with a regular ferry from Órzola to La Graciosa — a roughly 25‑minute crossing that offers ocean and volcanic landscape views before you arrive in Caleta de Sebo for time on land.
THE VILLAGE
Caleta de Sebo: sand streets and a brief exploration
You have about an hour to explore Caleta de Sebo, either on a guided walk that explains local history and customs or independently to soak up the village’s relaxed atmosphere before boarding the catamaran at the pier.
THE CATAMARAN
Sail, swim and a shore lunch at Playa Francesa
Onboard the luxury catamaran you’re welcomed with a mojito and papas arrugadas; the voyage follows the southern coast of La Graciosa past Montaña Amarilla and ends with anchoring at Playa Francesa for freshly prepared paella, a drinks bar and swimming time.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and what to note.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The overall outing is approximately four hours; the ferry crossing to La Graciosa is about 25 minutes and the schedule includes roughly one hour in Caleta de Sebo before the catamaran sail.
Bring swimwear, towel and sun protection for the anchored stop at Playa Francesa; the catamaran provides a welcome drink, tapas and a freshly prepared paella plus a drinks bar during the sail.
You must get yourself to the port of Órzola on Lanzarote to begin the excursion; ferries and catamaran embarkation happen from Órzola and Caleta de Sebo piers respectively.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the trip depart from?
The trip departs from the port of Órzola on Lanzarote.
How long is the overall outing?
The overall duration is approximately four hours.
How long is the ferry crossing to La Graciosa?
The ferry crossing to La Graciosa is approximately 25 minutes.
How much time is spent in Caleta de Sebo?
You have about one hour in Caleta de Sebo to explore either with a guide or independently.
What is included on the catamaran?
Onboard you are welcomed with a mojito and papas arrugadas, served a freshly prepared paella and have access to a bar with beer, sangría, water and soft drinks; there is also time to swim and sunbathe at Playa Francesa.
Where does the catamaran anchor for swimming?
The catamaran anchors at Playa Francesa after sailing past Montaña Amarilla along La Graciosa’s southern coast.