Canary Islands ferries – Sea voyages to the Canary Islands

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Generally speaking, the best time to travel to the Canary Islands is between April and October, which is also considered the peak season. However, as this destination is warm all year round with temperatures between 20 and 23 degrees, you can easily travel to the islands even in the low season. In addition, the Canary Islands are ideal for making many excursions. The constant mild temperatures and the light wind provide a pleasant climate for the undertakings. When it comes to the best time to travel, it’s easy to say: 365 days a year.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of the island of Tenerife and also the berth for ferries. You can walk to the city center within ten to fifteen minutes and therefore avoid additional waiting times on land. If a shuttle bus is needed, it is free of charge in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. However, the footpath is nice and easy to walk, as it leads past numerous bars, restaurants and small stores that invite you to take a stroll. ››› ferries to Tenerife

Funchal

Funchal’s harbor offers arriving guests an impressive view of the capital of Madeira Island. The entire city stretches out before your eyes while you can see the lush green mountains in the background. Arriving in Funchal by ship means tangible anticipation of the upcoming exploration of the city. You can even reach the city center on foot in about 15 minutes, so you don’t have to rely on buses, transfers or a cab. ››› ferries to Madeira

Santa Cruz de La Palma

La Palma’s capital Santa Cruz is also a port city and thus hosts the ship terminal. From the pier to the exit of the port is about 700 meters, which can be driven by free bus shuttle. The disadvantage is that the bus takes about five minutes to cover this short distance – you can get there much faster on foot. ››› ferries to La Palma

Las Palmas

The Port Terminal Santa Catalina is located right in the center of the capital of Gran Canaria, in the port of Puerto de la Luz. There is space for two cruise ships at this terminal. Right next door is the Centro Comercial El Muelle shopping center, which also offers great practical benefits for all docking guests. It is only a few hundred meters from the ship terminal to the town center, which can easily be covered on foot. ››› ferries to Gran Canaria

Puerto del Rosario

On the vacation island of Fuerteventura, the mooring Muelle de Cruceros is located in the island’s capital Puerto del Rosario. After a ship has docked, the tourist information center located at the harbor is open for a few hours, where you can get enough brochures and information material. There are also cabs that can take you to the center of the city. However, no transfer is actually necessary, as you can easily reach the city center on foot. ››› ferries to Fuerteventura

Arrecife

The moorings Muelle de los Marmoles as well as Muelle de Cruceros are available in the city of Arrecife for guests wishing to visit Lanzarote. From these seats, bus shuttles to the city are offered for a small fee unless a shore excursion including transfer is booked. Depending on the mooring, you are between one and a half and two and a half kilometers from the center of Arrecife. ››› ferries to Lanzarote

Casablanca

In Morocco, all shipping companies dock in the port of the city of Casablanca. However, there is no direct terminal there, so the ships anchor in the very extensive industrial harbor. As many people are not confident enough to travel on their own in an Arab country, it is advisable to book a shore excursion that also includes the ship – city – ship transfer. Alternatively, you can also reach the center of Casablanca by cab, bus, train, streetcar or on foot, although this is somewhat inconvenient. ››› ferries to Morocco

El Teide National Park

The national park around the Pico del Teide, Spain’s highest mountain at 3718 meters, is best explored as part of a guided shore excursion. Alternatively, you can book a rental car at the port. With the cable car Teleférico del Teide you can even almost reach the summit and enjoy a unique view – in good clear weather up to the neighboring islands of Tenerife. The national park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007, as it is biologically and volcanically unique in the world. Rare flora and fauna permeate the vast area, which means that there is always something new to discover.

Siam Park

Siam Park is considered Europe’s largest water and slide park and is located in the south of the island of Tenerife in the village of Costa Adeje. Numerous different types of slides characterize the park, as does the largest wave machine, which creates artificial waves up to four meters high in one of the pools. If you love fun and action, get off the boat and visit this park as a day trip. It is particularly perfect for families with children, but the young at heart and couples will also have a great time in Siam Park.

Jameos del Aqua

The Jameos del Aqua are lava cave passages, terraces and grottos formed by lava flows during the volcanic eruption. The artist Cesar Manrique discovered this paradise and designed it so that tourists can visit these bizarre formations and attend them for cultural events. Underground caves and lakes formed in them create the possibility for extraordinary concerts with perfected acoustics. Cafés and dining options round off the Jameos del Aqua as an excursion destination, delighting both younger and older visitors with the rugged and unusual beauty of the solidified lava flows.

Cueva de los Verdes

The Cueva de los Verdes is a lava cave located in the east of the island of Lanzarote and has become a tourist attraction. As the cave is around seven kilometers long, it is considered the longest volcanic cave system in the world. Guided tours make it possible to visit. The underground hall now and then offers opportunities for small concerts with up to 300 visitors. The tours through the cueva end at a freshwater lake, which appears magnificently colorful when the light falls on it.

Jardin de Cactus

Cesar Manrique has truly left his mark on the entire Canary Islands and so the cactus garden Jardin de Cactus was also created by this artist. Built in an open quarry, almost 1500 species of cacti thrive here on an area of around 5000 square meters. Botany enthusiasts will get their money’s worth here. The design using small lava stones rounds off the reference to the islands of volcanic origin, while the stones also serve as a natural water reservoir for the plants.

Roque Nublo

Roque Nublo mountain is considered the landmark of the island of Gran Canaria and can be visited for a great view or explored through various hikes. The paths around Roque Nublo are well developed and signposted, so that an ascent is possible even without additional orienteering maps. Moreover, no special hiking boots are needed, the terrain is not that rough. The physical requirements also do not exceed normal conditions. To intensively experience the nature surrounding the Roque, as well as the small animals that live there, the exploration on foot is the best.

Roque de los Muchachos

A visit to the viewpoint on the Roque de los Muchachos, a huge volcanic cone, is an absolute must when mooring on the island of La Palma. The landscape at the foot as well as the views from this height are guaranteed to give you goosebumps and will please you even if you are afraid of heights. In perfect weather with good visibility, the islands of El Hierro, La Gomera as well as Tenerife can be seen.

Pyramids of Güimar

The pyramids of Güimar were discovered relatively late compared to other architectural finds worldwide, in 1991, by a researcher from Norway. To this day it is unclear by whom and why they were erected. The six rectangular terraces are made of lava rock from the Canary Islands and were built without mortar. The theory of the Norwegian explorer and discoverer of the pyramids is that the ancient Egyptians came to the Canary Islands in a ship made of papyrus and built these pyramids in Güimar. To consolidate this theory, he constructed such a ship from papyrus and sailed it across the Mediterranean. To illustrate this for visitors, a replica of the papyrus ship is on display in the museum next to the pyramids. Also adjacent is a small garden where you can admire rare plants.

Dunas de Maspalomas

Since 1987, the dunes of Maspalomas with their fine yellow sand are considered a nature reserve. You can especially enjoy the almost 400-hectare area during an extended walk over the dunes. Its foothills are found in the wide sandy beach of Playa Maspalomas. From there you can also reach the associated lagoon with its many wild birds living there. Extraordinary photos and lasting impressions with the feeling of having been in the desert for a short time, you will take back from this trip as a souvenir on board your ship.

Barranco del Infierno

Barranco del Infierno means something like “Hell’s Gorge” in German. If you can visit it, you can count yourself lucky – only a maximum of 3,000 people are allowed to pass through this gorge on the island of Tenerife each day. Thanks to archaeological finds, we now know that the original inhabitants of the Canary Islands already lived in this impressive gorge and left their remains behind. Waterfalls, small lakes, rugged rock formations and unique flora and fauna await you in the gorge. Due to the limitation of visitors, which serves to protect the environment and nature, this excursion must necessarily be announced in advance and your place reserved.

Timanfaya National Park

Timanfaya National Park is a volcanic area of about 200 square meters. Amazingly, it occupies a quarter of the island of Lanzarote. The legendary Fire Mountains were created over the course of six years until 1736. They will inspire you, because there you can vividly imagine how at that time the glowing lava poured out of them. Even today, the earth in this place is warm to hot, which is really fascinating. In the adjacent restaurant you can enjoy chicken and rabbit from the lava earth grill. It does not require any artificially generated heat to cook the meat. Timanfaya Park is a must-see when you are in Lanzarote and will leave you with lasting impressions.

Which shipping companies offer Canary Islands ferries?

Various shipping companies offer offers for ferries to and between the Canary Islands.

• Fred Olsen Express
• Biosfera Express
• Naviera Armas
• Naviera Nortour
• Trasmediterranea
• Lineas Maritimas Romero
• FRS VI

Depending on which of the Canary Islands is your destination, you have a variety of options for choosing the right shipping company.

What is the climate in the Canary Islands?

Due to the proximity of the Gulf Stream and the equator, the Canary Islands have a mild climate all year round, with temperatures rarely falling below 20 degrees Celsius. The summer months between May/June and September are subtropically warm with many hours of sunshine. In the winter months the temperatures are in the pleasantly warm range, now and then a light wind blows from the Atlantic. The Atlantic is not suitable for swimming during the months of November to March as it cools down quite a bit. Snowfall in winter occurs exclusively at high altitudes on the individual islands.

What clothes should I take with me?

Make sure you pack a mixed wardrobe for a trip to the Canary Islands. The luggage should therefore not only consist of breezy summer clothes, but also include socks, sturdy closed shoes, a thin scarf or shawl and light jackets, vests or cardigans. If you dress according to the onion principle, you won’t go wrong. On board, there is always a breeze in the outside areas of the ship, which feels relatively cool in a T-shirt without a jacket, even when the sun is shining on deck. There is also the unpredictable factor of air conditioning on board, with different rooms often being cooled to different degrees. So if you have something to cover up with, you are always on the safe side.

Is it possible and advisable to travel to the Canary Islands with a baby or small child?

A trip to the Canary Islands with a baby or small children is not only possible, but also highly recommended. Especially the family-friendly destinations of the Canary Islands offer space for every family size. You’ll also find attractive top deals so families can save as much as possible.

Which shore excursions are recommended in the Canary Islands?

On almost all islands panoramic tours, jeep safaris or excursions to aloe vera and cactus plantations can be booked, which are highly recommended for land and nature enthusiasts. Those traveling with children should definitely visit Loro Parque and the large water parks. On Tenerife, a visit to the Timanfaya National Park is a must, while on Lanzarote you can’t miss the artistic installations of Cesar Manrique. What is also always worthwhile is an island tour, just to get an overall impression during the shore excursion.

Can I organize excursions in the Canary Islands myself?

You can easily organize your own excursions on the Canary Islands, as communication on land is in English or even German and the moorings are very close to the center of each mooring town. Local providers have interesting excursions on offer, so there’s never a dull moment. In addition, the prices are similar to the excursions that can be booked on board.

Is the swell around the Canary Islands very strong?

In principle, the swell around the Canary Islands is not particularly strong, but it does of course depend on the weather conditions. In the Atlantic, these can sometimes be more abrupt, but this can be managed well with travel gum or natural remedies such as ginger. Only the crossing to Madeira, which is often included in the program of a Canary Islands trip, can have more swell and cause problems for sensitive stomachs. Travel sickness tablets are also available at reception on every ferry. In bad cases, the ship’s doctor is equipped with syringes that quickly help against seasickness.

Do I need a passport or is an identity card sufficient for the Canary Islands trip?

A valid identity card or alternatively a valid passport is sufficient to enter the Canary Islands. However, the latter is not mandatory, but rather to be considered as a substitute document. This applies, for example, if the ID card has expired and a new one has not yet been issued. These entry requirements apply to all Canary Islands; there are no deviations.

Children accompanied by parents enter the country with a child passport. Underage children who are not accompanied by their legal guardians must carry a written consent form from their parents or legal guardian.

In summary, the Canary Islands are a perfect destination for your trip.

While many discoveries, sights and experiences await you on land, you can let the new impressions take effect on board the Ferry and relax completely. The modern facilities allow you to switch off or enjoy the great amenities of your Canary IslandsFerry.

Additionally, the Canary Islands are a very diverse destination that has something to offer for every taste and age group. You can arrange your individual program in advance by means of the shore excursions or book spontaneously on the spot. A trip to the Canary Islands can be booked well in advance or you may be lucky enough to come across one of the top last-minute offers, which are often published shortly before the start of the trip.

Here you can take a look at the Canary Islands and get a good overview of their location.