Much More than Graciosa - Hiking La Graciosa South Coast (4K Video)

Much More than Graciosa

A loop of the South Coast of the eight Canary. No trail seems to do that, right?

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Every morning, as we step out into our courtyard, we are greeted by the silhouette of a stunning landmass just off the north coast of Lanzarote -- La Graciosa. The small eighth Canary Island, just a stone's throw away, holds a wealth of hidden treasures and adventures. Though its name translates into "pretty," this no-car haven is far more than just that.

So, a September Sunday, we walked to the tiny Órzola harbor, jumped on a ferry, and after twenty minutes of astonishing views, we were ready...

The Project: a South Loop Hike on La Graciosa

In our latest video, we decided to take you on a unique journey across the island. While most tourists are familiar with the northern loop, often explored on a mountain bike (and for good reason -- considering Playa de las Conchas is maybe the most beautiful beach we've ever seen, and bike route through the sands of Playa el Ámbar is tons of fun) we delved deep into the charms of the southern side of La Graciosa. Starting from the idyllic capital, Caleta del Sebo, with its sandy lanes and tranquil harbor plaza, our adventure took us through fascinating reefs, pristine beaches, the caves and incredible golden hues of Montaña Amarilla, mesmerizing waterways exposed by the low tide, up to the breathtaking panoramas from El Corral to the other jewels of the Archipelago Chinijo, and finally the brutal desert environment of the interior.

The main caveat of our project was the connection from Playa de la Cocina, next to the south tip of the island, to the other end of its bay just under Montaña Amarilla itself: a foot trail brings to an end of the bay from Playa de La Francesa, while another trail brings hikers, safari jeeps and mountain bikers to the other end. Looking at the map, it doesn't seem to exist a trail to complete just that small stretch (maybe 500 hundred meters). The whole idea was: can we do the whole loop connecting those two ends?

Assuming we can, apart from that, the whole loop would be about 7-8 kilometers. Not much, but never underestimate the desert!

You can discover if we made it in awesome 4K quality -- and we also created an original soundtrack for this one. It's an audio-visual treat that will transport you to La Graciosa's sun-kissed shores and immerse you in its ambiance.

A glimpse of what you can expect:

• The charming sandy alleys of Caleta del Sebo

• A walk through the mesmerizing limbo of land and water at El Salado bay during low tide.

• Underwater explorations, revealing the marine beauty of La Graciosa.

• An adventurous trek beneath the cliffs of Montaña Amarilla.

• Stunning views from El Corral's surfer spot, offering a panorama of the entire Archipelago Chinijo

• A voyage through the Saharan desert environment of the heart of La Graciosa under Montaña del Mojon and through Llano del Corral and Peña Laja

• The spectacular cliffs of Lanzarote on the other side of the electric-blue Río Strait

Pro tips for your own adventure on La Graciosa

La Graciosa might be small, but it boasts a full-blown desert environment.

• Pack plenty of water!

• Always wear sunscreen & a hat.

• Winter is the best season to explore the island.

• Avoid venturing out during midday.

• Save a couple jeep service numbers, just in case.

• If traveling with kids, be ready (and fit enough) to assist them and carry them.

So if you're ready to witness the unmatched beauty of La Graciosa, head over to our YouTube channel or click the link below. And while you're at it, don't forget to subscribe for more adventures!

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La Graciosa is not just "pretty." It's a world of wonders waiting to be explored.