The island in a day – The grand tour of La Graciosa
Around 30 km, all the coastal stretches, all the main beaches, all the volcanic cones – in one long day. This isn’t just a cliché: La Graciosa is small enough to walk all the way round. And big enough to make the walk unforgettable.
Route details
| Route details at a glance | |
|---|---|
| Start/Finish | Caleta del Sebo (harbour) |
| Distance | approx. 28–32 km (depending on the route) |
| Elevation gain | approx. 400–500 m elevation (including Montaña Amarilla) |
| Walking time | 9–11 hours |
| Difficulty | Challenging – requires stamina, no shade |
| Signposting | None – GPS track essential |
| Best time of year | October – April |
| Highlight | All main beaches · Montaña Amarilla · Playa de las Conchas · North coast |
The route: La Graciosa step by step
South: Montaña Amarilla
Montaña Amarilla First up: yellow volcanic crater, turquoise lagoon, panoramic view from the summit. The most physically demanding section – tackle it in the morning.
North: Playa de las Conchas
Playa de las Conchas + Montaña Bermeja + Los Arcos de los CaletonesThe most secluded section of the route.
East: Pedro Barba and the return journey
Pedro Barba → Playa Francesa → back to Caleta del SeboAfter 9–11 hours: harbour, coffee, tranquillity.
⚠️ Safety
For experienced, well-equipped walkers only
At least 3–4 litres of water per person
Set off from Caleta del Sebo by 6.30 am at the latest
GPS track essential – no signposting
Emergency plan: Jeep taxi (Andrés +34 679 45 36 16)
Emergency number: 112
Practical tips
- Overnight stay on La Graciosa recommended for an early start
- Accommodation: Pensión Enriqueta · Apartamentos Flor · Evita Beach
- E-bike as an alternative for the island tour
Frequently asked questions
Yes – start early (6.30 am), keep up a good pace: back by 5–6 pm. If you want to take more time to enjoy it, spread it over two days.
Yes – jeep taxis can be booked for any section. The GPS track shows all possible shortcuts.
Conclusion
- The ultimate La Graciosa experience: all the coastal stretches, all the beaches, all the volcanic cones.
- Challenging: early start, 3–4 litres of water, GPS track.
- La Graciosa in a day – it’s unforgettable.
This article is based on on-site research carried out by the go-la-graciosa.com editorial team. Last updated: April 2026
Detailed route description & GPS track: sunhikes.com/de/wanderziele/spanien/lanzarote/la-graciosa
