To the uninhabited sister islands – boat trip to Montaña Clara & Alegranza
Montaña Clara and Alegranza are the northernmost islands of the Archipiélago Chinijo – uninhabited, unspoilt, protected. From Playa de las Conchas, they look close enough to touch. You can actually get there by boat.
Access to the islands is only possible with special permission – but the view up close is free of charge: seabird colonies (Eleonora’s falcons, Cory’s shearwaters), wild rocky coasts, crystal-clear water for snorkelling.
What you’ll experience on the boat trip
Montaña Clara: the bird island
Montaña Clara is a natural paradise: a breeding and resting ground for seabirds that spend the winter on the African continent. From a distance, the cliffs are teeming with bird colonies. A spectacle that can only be observed from the sea.
Alegranza: the northernmost point
Alegranza is the northernmost island of the Canary Islands – an extinct volcano, a lighthouse and a bird sanctuary. The island is impressive when viewed from the sea: steep cliffs, black lava coasts, and turquoise waters all around.
Snorkelling in the waters around the neighbouring islands
At quiet anchorages near Montaña Clara and Alegranza snorkelling is usually possible. The waters form part of the Reserva Marina del Archipiélago Chinijo – 228 species of fish, an extraordinary underwater world.
Booking & Prices
| Boat trip to neighbouring islands | |
|---|---|
| Departure | Órzola |
| Duration | Approx. 8 hours |
| Price | Boat charter approx. €500 / up to 6 people |
| Included | Boat trip, snorkelling |
| Booking | online: lanzalux.com |
| Season | Weather-dependent |
⚠️ Important information
Entry to the islands without a permit is prohibited – nature reserve
Weather-dependent: tour may be cancelled in the event of strong winds or rough seas
Travel sickness is possible on the open sea – take tablets with you as a precaution
Nature conservation
- Archipiélago Chinijo Nature Park · Lanzarote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve · Reserva Marina del Archipiélago Chinijo (70,000 ha)
Only with special permission from the Spanish nature conservation authorities. Most excursions remain at sea.
July to October: Eleonora’s falcons breed. Cory’s shearwaters are present all year round.
Conclusion
- Boat trip to Montaña Clara and Alegranza: the most direct view of the uninhabited sister islands.
- Seabirds, snorkelling, solitude – that’s the Chinijo Archipelago at its best.
This article is based on on-site research by the go-la-graciosa.com editorial team. Last updated: April 2026
