The ports of Fuerteventura

The ports of Fuerteventura are another way to reach the island, or to depart for other equally wonderful destinations in the Canary Islands.

The ports of Fuerteventura help strengthen ties between other destinations in the Canary Islands , encouraging cultural, economic and tourist exchanges.

The fast boats and ferries that depart from the 3 ports of Fuerteventura are suitable for anyone wishing to spend their holidays discovering the Canary Islands.

The island’s ports are also equipped for the anchoring of cruise ships, especially in Fuerteventura’s capital , Puerto del Rosario .

For anyone wishing to explore the island, from any port in Fuerteventura you can set off on a rental boat to fascinating destinations that are difficult to reach by land.

During a cruise to the Canary Islands , also very popular for honeymoons , the island’s ports welcome tourists from all over the world, eager to discover its wonders.

The main ports of Fuerteventura are 3:

• The port of Corralejo, in the north of the island
• The port of Puerto del Rosario, the capital of Fuerteventura
• The port of Morro Jable in the southern part of the island of Fuerteventura

The journeys aren’t very long, and the smell of the ocean, the wind blowing through your hair, and the spectacular scenery along the way are priceless.

Ferries in Fuerteventura connect the island with other destinations in the Canary Islands with safe, comfortable, and reasonably fast journeys.

The port of Corralejo in Fuerteventura

The port of Corralejo is located in the far north of the island of Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands archipelago of Spain.

From the port, a lovely walk along the seafront lined with restaurants and cafes, the Paseo Maritimo, leads to the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park .

The port of Corralejo in Fuerteventura offers several daily connections to the port of Playa Blanca in Lanzarote in about 45 minutes.

It also connects the island of Lobos daily with up to 23 crossings per day, ranging from 15 minutes for the Lobos service.

The companies that operate crossings to Playa Blanca in Lanzarote are the following:

• Naviera Armas with approximately 49 weekly trips lasting 35 minutes
• Fred Olsen Express with approximately 84 weekly 25-minute trips
• Lineas Maritimas Romero with approximately 35 weekly routes lasting 25 minutes.

The port of Puerto del Rosario

The port of Puerto del Rosario is the island’s first tourist and commercial port area, located a few steps from the centre of the capital of Fuerteventura .

This port receives a significant number of tourists, both from cruise ships and from regular lines connecting it to other Canary Islands .

Ferries depart from the port of Puerto del Rosario and reach Gran Canaria in about 6 hours, offering the best sailing experiences aboard fast ships.

The Puerto del Rosario – Tenerife route has an average duration of 13 hours and 58 minutes, operated exclusively by Naviera Armas .

The companies that operate the Puerto del Rosario – Gran Canaria routes are the following:

• Naviera Armas with 10 weekly departures
• Fred Olsen Express with 4 weekly departures

Ferry ticket prices between Puerto del Rosario, Gran Canaria, and Tenerife can vary depending on the operator and are influenced by factors such as:

• The season
• If you travel by high-speed ferry
• If you travel with your own car
• Whether it concerns resident and non-resident travellers

The port of Morro Jable

The Port of Morro Jable , which was previously only a fishing port, is a place of great historical importance and a key driver of economic and tourist development. 

The port has 290 berths , a fuel station for boats and can accommodate all types of vessels up to 35 metres in length.

The port of Morro Jable is a real treasure for sailing lovers, where you can rent boats and practice water sports such as snorkeling . 

The unique combination of marina and fishing port creates a vibrant and diverse atmosphere, where visitors can enjoy the island’s authentic maritime life.

The port of Morro Jable has a wide variety of services that make it an emblematic place that captures part of the essence of Fuerteventura.

The crossing from Morro Jable to Gran Canaria takes 2 hours, aboard the fast ferries of Naviera Armas and Fred Olsen Express.

The Morro Jable – Tenerife route, on the other hand , has an average duration of 5 hours and 50 minutes, and is operated exclusively by Naviera Armas.

But all the cities and villages of Fuerteventura have smaller ports, suitable for activities such as fisshing, snorkeling, water sports and excursions:

• Gran Tarajal
• El Cotillo
• Caleta de Fuste