Corralejo
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Corralejo (Port of entry)
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GPS: | 28°44.40′N, 13°51.89′W |
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Chartlet: | Local chartlet |
Corralejo is one of the few natural harbours of Fuerteventura. The anchorage has sand bottom and good holding. There's a government-owned marina and two ferry ports (line Fuerteventura - Lanzarote) operated by the company Ohlsen.
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Charts
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Radio Nets
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Local Weather
The bay is protected from the dominant trades. The odd southeasterly winds can sweep right into the harbour, creating an uncomfortable swell.
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There are extensive shoals towards the Southern side of the entrance, which extend some ways towards the outlying Isla de Lobos. To enter the harbour coming from the south, keep close to Isla de Lobos and the main harbour jetty to starboard. When coming from the north, head straight for the jetty.
Check-in facilities
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Offshore Islands and Groups
- Isla de Lobos. This Canary Island nature reserve has been without permanent human population since 1982. The island is accessible to tourists via a short ferry ride Corralejo harbour, and it has day facilities and weekend homes of local fishermen. It is easy to make a day trip to the island, which has many trails and wildlife for walkers, hikers and nature lovers. You can walk right round the island in around 2-3 hours. There is an old lighthouse on the northern tip of the island, providing spectacular views from the old lighthouse on the island's northern tip, you will have a beautiful view of the bays around the Punta de Papagayo of Lanzarote. Glass-bottom ferries leave from Corralejo harbour and take just 15 minutes.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Public Marina
Anchorages
- Anchorage in the harbour
- Anchorage at Isla de Lobos
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
- Some marine supplies at Puerto del Rosario
Repairs/Yards
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- No fuel facilities
- Water is available at the marina
- Electricity is available at the marina
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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Laundry
- Available in town, the services calculating laundry by piece can be rather expensive.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- A major supermarket is near the marina.
Eateries
- This place is rather touristy, and there are a large number of restaurants. Fresh seafood is served at the public port
Internet/WiFi
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Motorbike & Car Rentals
- Cars can be rented at the ferry terminal.
Garbage Disposal
- In port
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
- Bus link to the airport at Puerto del Rosario
Routes/Passages To/From
- Ferry to Lanzarote
Cruiser's Friends
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Forum Discussions
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External Links
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References & Publications
- Imray Atlantic Isles 2004
Personal Notes
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