What to actually pack – La Graciosa packing list
La Graciosa has no chemist’s, no large supermarket and no outdoor shop. If you don’t bring it with you, you won’t have it. That sounds strict – but it’s actually liberating: if you pack well, you’ll have everything you need.
The essential packing list
Sonne & protection – no compromises
| Sun & protection | |
|---|---|
| Sun cream SPF 50+ | Opt for mineral-based sun cream – marine protected area. Expensive and in short supply on La Graciosa. |
| Sun hat/cap | Hardly any shade on the trails |
| Sunglasses (UV400) | Glare from sand and water |
| Lip balm SPF 30 | Wind + sun = lips that quickly become chapped |
Water & Food
| Water & snacks | |
|---|---|
| Drinking water | Tap water not recommended. Buy bottled water or bring a thermos flask. |
| Thermos flask (at least 1.5 l) | Keeps water cooler – even 2 l on long trips |
| Snacks | For beaches and hikes: no kiosks along the way |
| Food | Do a big shop in Lanzarote before the crossing |
Schuhwerk & Kleidung
| Footwear & clothing | |
|---|---|
| Sturdy walking boots | For hikes and sandy tracks – no flip-flops |
| Water shoes | For areas with lava rock on beaches |
| Windbreaker/light fleece jacket | North-easterly trade winds + cool evenings – even in summer |
| Quick-drying swimwear | Visiting several beaches in a day = important |
Water & Activity
| Water & activities | |
|---|---|
| Snorkelling mask + snorkel | No equipment hire on the beaches |
| Fins (optional) | For longer snorkelling sessions |
| Wetsuit (lightweight) | Water temperature in spring approx. 18 °C |
| Towel (quick-drying) | Travel towel saves space |
| Camera / waterproof case | Photographing the underwater world |
Sicherheit & Gesundheit
| Health & safety | |
|---|---|
| First-aid kit | Plasters, antiseptic, painkillers |
| Sun allergy cream | If you have any: pack them |
| Travel sickness tablets | For the ferry crossing in rough seas |
| Personal medication | No chemist’s on La Graciosa |
| Tick tweezers | For walks with dogs or children |
| Electronics & Navigation | |
|---|---|
| Mobile phone with offline maps | Download Sunhikes and Maps.me before the trip |
| Power bank | GPS drains the battery – 10,000 mAh recommended |
| Universal plug adapter | Spanish plug (Type C/F) – usually available |
| Waterproof bag | For beach bags and ferries in rough seas |
What you DON’T need
No formal dress code (restaurants are relaxed), no hiking map in the traditional sense (an app is enough), no large rucksack (a day rucksack of ~20 l is sufficient), no kayaking equipment (available to hire in season).
Practical tips
- Use mineral sun cream: protect the Reserva Marina
- Cash: at least €100 in small notes for bars and hire shops
- Offline downloads: download Sunhikes and Maps.me at home – not on the island
- Hand luggage tip: Pack sun cream and snorkelling gear in your hand luggage
Conclusion
- La Graciosa requires you to be self-sufficient – if you pack well, you won’t need anything else.
- Essentials: Sun cream, water, sturdy footwear, snorkelling gear, cash.
- Everything else is optional – the island provides the rest.
This article is based on on-site research by the go-la-graciosa.com editorial team. Last updated: April 2026
