There are a number of boat trips and excursions that can be enjoyed from both the harbour in Playa Blanca and, at the opposite end of town, the Marina Rubicon.
The harbour in Playa Blanca is also the embarkation point for ferries to the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura
View ferry timetable to Fuerteventura
Cesar II
The 33 metre Cesar II takes passengers on a pleasure cruise to not just Fuerteventura but also the smaller neighbouring island of Los Lobos.
The itinerary includes a visit to Corralejo, where guests can visit the famous Dunas National Park, home to the famous 16km beaches. Or alternatively a couple of hours sighsteeing in town.
After lunch on board, the Cesar II then heads for Lobos, where the crew drop anchor and guests can choose to get active and participate in jetskiing, snorkelling or a banana boat road. Or alternatively, just lie back, relax on deck and soak up the sun.
The excursion is all day, from 10.15am until returning to Playa Blanca at around 4.45pm. Courtesy buses collect guests from all of the resorts on the island and the cost of the trip (inlcuding all food, drink and transport) is €46 for adults and €23 for children.
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Aquascope
Explore the undersea world of the Atlantic Ocean. Dive to the depths in this unqieu craft which boasts 4 metre large viewing windows. Enabling passengers to see volcanic reefs and the rich marine life that lives in the waters around Lanzarote. The excursion lasts around 40m minutes and there are dives throughout the day from 10am to 5pm.
Call 686 647 467 for exact times, prices and reservations.
Princessa Yaiza Taxi Boat
Hop around the south of Lanzarote by boat – in the glass bottomed Princessa Yaiza.
The Princessa Yaiza transports passengers from the harbour in Playa Blanca to the Marina Rubicon (around 10 minutes journey time) and the beautiful beaches at Papagayo (around 20 minutes). Just hop off and catch a later boat back.
Departures from the harbour at 10.00, 11.30, 13.30 and 15.30.
Contact 928 514 322 for more information, prices and reservations.
The Rubicat – Marina Rubicon
Enjoy a day on board the Rubicat – a 23-metre catamaran that is specifically designed for day charters and smooth sailing.
The Rubicat departs Marina Rubicón and sets sail and make our way along the south coast of the island, affording great views back towards Playa Blanca and across to the islands of Los Lobos and Fuerteventura.
The crew anchor off the magnificent white sand Papagayo beaches – allowing passengers to enjoy the sun and a variety of water sports, such as snorkeling, jet skiing or swimming in the crystal-clear waters. Transport and food and drink are all included in the price of the excursion.
Price 55€ per adult and 33 € per child
Reservations rubicat@marinarubicon.com or telephone 928 519 012.