Dive deeper than you can from the beach – La Graciosa snorkelling boat trip
By boat, you can reach snorkelling spots that are inaccessible from the beach: the west coast of La Graciosathe underwater rocks around Montaña Amarillathe coves near Montaña Clara. Die The Chinijo Archipelago Marine Reserve covers 70,000 ha – most of which is only accessible by boat.
The best boat snorkelling spots
| Boat snorkelling spots | |
|---|---|
| Montaña Amarilla (underwater) | Angel sharks (Dec–Mar), rays, parrotfish – best overall spot |
| La Burrera | Barracudas, groupers, large schools of fish |
| West coast in general | Sea turtles, dolphins possible |
| Near Montaña Clara | Rich underwater life in the protected area |
What to expect underwater
228 species of fish and more
Sea turtlesall year round – particularly common near the rocky coasts. Angel sharksDecember to March on sandy seabeds. Barracudas und Groupers off La Burrera. Dolphinsoccasionally on the west coast. Octopuseseverywhere amongst the lava rocks.
Diving as an upgrade
For those who want to go deeper: Buceo La Graciosa offers introductory dives directly from the boat: approx. €95.
| Provider | Telephone | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buceo La Graciosa | +34 629 451 430 | +34 629 451 430 | buceolagraciosa.com |
Booking & Logistik
| Snorkelling boat trip | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Approx. 2–3 hours |
| Price | from €70–95 per person |
| Included | Boat, snorkelling equipment, guide |
| Booking | At Caleta del Sebo harbour or in advance |
| Season | All year round – weather permitting |
Practical tips
- Bring your own mask: hire masks are often less comfortable
- Take travel sickness tablets as a precaution
- Book in the morning: the water gets rougher at midday
- Use mineral-based sun cream – marine protected area
Nature conservation
- Archipiélago Chinijo Nature Park · Lanzarote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve · The Chinijo Archipelago Marine Reserve (70,000 ha)
Snorkelling requires basic swimming skills. Life jackets are usually available on the boat. If you cannot swim at all: it’s better to choose a glass-bottom boat tour.
Conclusion
- Snorkelling boat tour: the best way to experience the underwater world of the Marine Reserve.
- Montaña Amarilla underwater, angel sharks, turtles – these can only be seen from a boat.
- Book well in advance; set off in the morning.
This article is based on on-site research by the go-la-graciosa.com editorial team. Last updated: April 2026
