There are plenty of reasons to visit La Graciosa and let its air and sea envelop you. Today we want to share just five reasons why you should choose the 8th Canary Island for your next getaway. #ParadiseExists #VisitLaGraciosa
1. Holidays for winding down
La Graciosa is a small island that has a lot to offer the most curious visitor. But if there’s something that characterises this little paradise, it’s that life is enjoyed at a different pace – here serenity takes over the space-time continuum, bringing with it a unique feeling of peace.
If you are looking to escape routine and enjoy a few days’ rest away from the tourist hustle and bustle, the calm of La Graciosa will offer you a break in a natural oasis in the heart of the Atlantic.
2. Exceptional year-round climate
Any time is a good time to enjoy an impromptu holiday in La Graciosa, because one of exceptional intangible values the island enjoys is good weather all year round.
La Graciosa’s geographic location, in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean under the influence of the trade winds and the Azores High, brings unique benefits, including a mild climate throughout the year with an average temperature of 22ºC.
And that’s before highlighting the sunny days and blue skies of this paradise! #LaGraciosaParadise
3. It is one of the world’s unique natural sites: contrasts and diversity
La Graciosa’s origins are volcanic, the source of the unique features that come as such a surprise to visitors admiring its beauty for the first time.
As an island, La Graciosa’s context multiplies the possibilities of admiration: the warm colours of its volcanic soils blend with the blues of the sea, creating unforgettable images to take away with you.
But La Graciosa is more than beach and sand – the day-to-day life of the island moves between two population centres, Caleta de Sebo as the capital of the island and Pedro Barba. These two tiny villages with their sandy streets and white houses are both peaceful refuges that gather the life and culture of La Graciosa.
And if you’re looking to spend a few days on the island, there’s no better place to stay than Apartamentos El Marinero, where you can take a break in comfort in the heart of Caleta de Sebo.
4. Explore on foot, by sea or by bike.
A visit to the island of La Graciosa is a unique experience that shouldn’t be missed. Come and explore its essence: there are things to discover on land and by sea.
To reach the island of La Graciosa you’ll need to take a ferry from Órzola (Lanzarote), which takes about 25 minutes to reach the port of Caleta de Sebo.
La Graciosa has no roads. This is one of the peculiarities that attracts most attention from the outsider, and this is because La Graciosa is a protected natural area. In fact, only a few cars are authorised for transport on the island, and they all belong to the local population.
You can get around La Graciosa on foot or by bike, and there’s no better way to explore the nooks and crannies of this place! The island offers multiple trails and routes depending on what you want to visit: whether you go north or south, you’ll spot some local gem.
In any case, if you want to travel to the furthest point of the island, you can always hire a 4×4 taxi from Caleta de Sebo to make your arrival easier.
However, one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the island’s most enthralling nature is to explore La Graciosa from the sea. The island has the largest marine reserve in Europe, and together with the islets to the north of Lanzarote, it has the greatest marine diversity of all the Canary Islands. That is why diving in this area is a must for lovers of the seabed.
If you’re the type that would prefer to enjoy the sea and the calm sun from the surface, we recommend a catamaran trip around La Graciosa. From the catamaran you can enjoy the rolling waves, go kayaking and swimming, and visit the beaches of Montaña Amarilla and La Francesa from the sea.
5. La Graciosa has a rich local flavour
Eating well is synonymous with a good holiday, and if it’s also by the sea and with local produce…. well, your happiness is guaranteed!
La Graciosa will hold your attention for more than just the tranquillity of the island and its landscape – enjoying the full flavour of its gastronomy is a must on your trip.
All the restaurants are located in Caleta de Sebo, and we recommend that you sample the island’s fresh produce. Typical dishes such as bocinegro a la parrilla (grilled red porgy), vieja a la espalda (parrotfish) or cabrilla (blacktail comber) play a starring role on the menu, and you should always accompany them with papas arrugadas con mojo for a 10-out-of-10 Canary Island gastronomic experience. In addition to fish, you will also find delicious rice dishes, meat, seafood, cold dishes, and much more that will give your holiday a very traditional flavour.
And what other reasons do you need to spend your next holiday in La Graciosa? I’m sure we’ve already convinced you!
It’s easy to reach La Graciosa from any point of the Iberian Peninsula, as Lanzarote has direct connections with the airports of Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, and many other cities in Spain and Europe… In just a couple of hours you could be in paradise!
So now you know… #ParadiseExists, and it’s in La Graciosa!