The most adventurous will swim for all the 15 km which divide Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. The other option reduces the route to 8.10 km. That's no bad!
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Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are parts of a single volcanic ridge called the Canary Ridge. These two present-day islands were a single island in the past. Part of the ridge has been submerged and now Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are separate islands, separated by an 11 km (6.8 mi) wide, 40 m (130 ft) deep strait.
Lanzarote is amazing! Still, how about a day trip to Fuerteventura to spice things up? It's really close, ferry tickets are quite cheap and the island is equally magnificent.
The crossing time is 20 minutes. The Fred. Olsen Express line has operated the service since 2003 between Playa Blanca in Lanzarote and Corralejo in Fuerteventura. Naviera Armas operates a competing service with its larger but slower vessel, Volcán de Tindaya, covering the same route in 35 minutes.
Flag beach?The most famous kite surf spot in the island is also perfect to relax and enjoy the view on Islote de Lobos, the bottom is a mix of sands and rocks. And, except on big swells, you can easily enjoy a swim.
Fuerteventura is larger than Lanzarote and also welcomes more tourists than the neighboring island. Therefore, it has a more diverse offer of accommodation, leisure and nightlife. It's the ideal destination if you are looking to combine a beach vacation with exciting activities.
Truth be told, the weather of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura is very similar, though Fuerteventura is slightly windier than nearby Lanzarote. Both islands are quite dry and have warm, mild climates all year 'round.
Fuerteventura is the second largest island of the Canary Islands. It is a natural paradise with beautiful white sandy beaches and crystal clear water. Despite its size and its natural and cultural heritage, it is possible to see the most important of Fuerteventura in 5 days.
Lanzarote tends to be the hottest and most arid of the Canaries, as it is closest to the Sahara desert and because it is one of the lowest lying islands. The Sahara can bring high temperatures and fine sand to Lanzarote, causing occasional heatwaves.
Tenerife is not a particularly windy island, although there may be times when the wind is stronger. So, if you want to hit the waves with your surfboard, you can find numerous beaches on the north coast and a few on the south that are perfect for water sports.