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Isla de Lobos Open Water Swim in Fuerteventura 2026: Travel from Lanzarote with Líneas Romero

Isla de Lobos Open Water Swim in Fuerteventura 2026: Travel from Lanzarote with Líneas Romero

On Sunday, October 18, 2026, Fuerteventura will host a new edition of the Isla de Lobos - Fuerteventura Open Water Swim, an open water competition that gathers athletes ready to complete the challenge of swimming 3,500 meters between Lobos Island and the Fuerteventura coast.

If you live in Lanzarote and plan to take part in this sporting event, organizing your travel in advance is essential. With Líneas Romero, you can travel by ferry from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura and prepare for your participation comfortably. Plus, soak up the vibrant atmosphere surrounding the race.

Travel by ferry from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura for the race


The Isla de Lobos - Fuerteventura Open Water Swim is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy sports in a unique natural setting in the Canary Islands. Líneas Romero connects both islands with its sea route between Playa Blanca in Lanzarote and Corralejo in Fuerteventura, taking approximately 25 minutes.

Ferry schedules between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura


Traveling by ferry allows you to cross between islands quickly and comfortably. To plan your trip, check available Líneas Romero timetables and select the departure time that best suits your plans.

DEPARTURES FROM LANZAROTEFROM FUERTEVENTURA
9:30 AM10:30 AM
11:15 AM12:00 PM
12:45 PM1:30 PM
4:30 PM5:30 PM
6:30 PM7:30 PM

All timetables are subject to change due to operational reasons.

Information for participants


Event organizers state that swimmers must meet at the boarding area at 11:00 AM for transfer to Punta Marrajo on Lobos Island. The start of the race is scheduled for approximately 12:00 PM.

  • Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026.
  • Distance: 3,500 meters.
  • Check-in for transfer: 11:00 AM.
  • Start location: Punta Marrajo, Lobos Island.
  • Scheduled start: approximately 12:00 PM.
  • Mandatory gear: official swim cap and timing chip worn on the ankle throughout the swim.
  • Race bib & swimmer bag pick-up: Saturday, October 17, following instructions from Club Deportivo Herbania. No race bibs will be handed out on race day.

We recommend checking official race communications from the organizer to confirm all details and potential updates.

Check timetables and book your ferry ticket from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura with Líneas Romero.

Good luck to all participants!

Swimmers in the Isla de Lobos open water swim

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