Isla de Lobos: Fuerteventura's Untouched Wild Sanctuary
3. Getting There
Location: Isla de Lobos is located in the north of Fuerteventura.
By car: Private or rented car is the most flexible option; free parking nearby.
By bus: Tiadhe bus network (limited routes outside main centres) — check tiadhe.com.
4. What to Expect
Feel: the volcanic islet nature reserve 15 minutes by boat from Corralejo. 4 km² of lunar landscapes, the Puertito lagoon with crystal water, the 1865 Martiño lightho...
Perfect for: curious travellers, photographers, families and anyone seeking the authentic island away from resorts.
5. Cinema/History
The name Isla de Lobos has nothing to do with wolves: it comes from the lobos marinos, the monk seals (Monachus monachus) that populated these waters until the 15th century. Norman conquerors under Jean de Béthencourt slaughtered them from 1402 for skin and oil, and within decades the species vanished from the archipelago.
6. Recommended Nearby Spots
The: The Puertito lagoon (natural pool)
Martiño: Martiño Alonso Cabrera lighthouse (1865)
Caldera: Caldera (127 m, 360° view to Lanzarote)
Snorkelling: Snorkelling in the marine reserve since 1994
7. Did you know…
The name Isla de Lobos has nothing to do with wolves: it comes from the lobos marinos, the monk seals (Monachus monachus) that populated these waters until the 15th century. Norman conquerors under Jean de Béthencourt slaughtered them from 1402 for skin and oil, and within decades the species vanished from the archipelago.
8. Quick Practical Tips
🗓️ Best time: spring to early autumn (March–June and September–November).
🧳 Pack light: 1.5 L water, SPF 50+, hat, closed shoes.
🌀 Wind factor: constant trade winds — bring a light layer.
📋 Facilities: check on-site services before leaving (water, toilets, shade).
🌍 Respect nature: carry out your rubbish, respect wildlife and protected areas.
