South Fuerteventura VIP Cruise on board a Turkish Gulet

The best part of this cruise is the boat itself. The Aphrodite, a traditional Turkish gulet, gives you a slower, more graceful way to see Fuerteventura’s southern coast than a road trip or a quick sightseeing boat. You’ll pass rugged shoreline, stop near secluded Gui-Gui Beach, and have time to swim before lunch.

I like the combination of coastal views and a proper swim stop, and I like that the price includes a buffet meal and drinks rather than leaving you to pay for every extra. The main caution is operational: an earlier booking problem involved the boat being moved from Gran Canaria to Fuerteventura without timely notice. Confirm your pickup and departure details before setting out.

Key points to know before you book

• A traditional Turkish gulet: The Aphrodite is a wooden boat with a more relaxed feel than a standard speedboat.
• Gui-Gui Beach swim stop: The cruise includes time to swim at a secluded stretch of sand on the west side of the island.
• Lunch and drinks included: A buffet meal and drinks are part of the outing, with free-flowing alcohol praised in one account.
• Morro Jable departure: The boat leaves from Puerto del Morro Jable at about 10:00 a.m.
• Pickup from selected resorts: Transfers are offered from Costa Calma, Esquinzo, Jandía, Las Playitas, Tarajalejo, and La Lajita.
• Small enough to feel manageable: The maximum group size is 40 people, though this is not a private charter.

A wooden boat and Fuerteventura’s rough southern coast

This is a cruise for enjoying the sea at an easy pace, not for packing in a long list of stops. The Aphrodite is the star of the outing. Its Turkish gulet design gives the trip a classic sailing-boat character, with wooden lines and a more leisurely mood than a modern sightseeing vessel.

You’ll spend much of the four-and-a-half-hour trip looking outward. The south of Fuerteventura is known for its bare, dramatic coast, and the boat lets you view it from an angle you cannot get from the main roads. From the water, the shoreline feels more remote. That matters here because the cruise is built around scenery, swimming, food, and time on deck rather than a long guided tour on land.

A guided cruise is included, so you should receive information about the area as you go. One especially positive account praised the crew for providing interesting information about the coast. No individual guide names are provided, so I would not book this expecting a named historian or specialist. Think of the commentary as useful background that adds context to what you are seeing.

The 40-person maximum gives the trip a defined limit, but I would keep expectations realistic. This is a shared cruise, not a private sailing trip. If you prefer quiet water time and room to spread out, the boat may feel busier on a full departure. If you enjoy having a social setting and included food, the group size should be reasonable for a half-day outing.

Leaving Morro Jable at 10:00 a.m.

The stated meeting point is Puerto del Morro Jable, at 35625 Morro Jable. The scheduled start is 10:00 a.m., and the cruise returns to the same meeting point. That morning departure works well if you want to keep the afternoon open for the beach, a meal, or time at your hotel.

If you stay in Costa Calma, Esquinzo, Jandía, Tarajalejo, or La Lajita, pickup is available at your hotel or a nearby meeting point. This is a useful part of the package because getting to Morro Jable on your own can add cost and planning time. Pickup details are sent by email 24 to 48 hours before the date, so check your inbox rather than assuming the vehicle will arrive at a standard time.

Las Playitas is also included in the pickup area listed for the tour. Transfers from other parts of Fuerteventura are not included. If you are staying outside the named areas, check the transport question before booking. A low tour price can look less attractive once you add a taxi or a long self-drive.

I would also allow a little extra time on the morning itself. The exact pickup point may be your hotel or a nearby meeting place, and those details are confirmed shortly before departure. Keep your phone available and read the final message carefully.

Following the coast toward Gui-Gui Beach

After leaving port, the cruise turns the southern coast into the main attraction. You are not simply being transported to a beach. The route gives you time to watch the shoreline change from the water and to appreciate the scale of the island’s western edge.

Gui-Gui Beach is the key stop. It is described as a secluded stretch of sand, which is precisely why it works well as a swim break. The appeal is the sense of distance from developed resort beaches. You can get in the water, enjoy the setting, and break up the time spent on board.

The information supplied does not specify how long the boat remains at the beach, nor does it explain whether you swim directly from the boat or use another landing method. I would treat this as a planned swim stop, not a guaranteed long beach visit. If you need a full afternoon on sand, this cruise is not a replacement for a dedicated beach day.

Bring the things that make a swim stop comfortable: a swimsuit, sun protection, and a way to keep personal items secure. Those are sensible precautions for any boat outing, though the exact onboard storage arrangements are not stated. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate, but anyone who has concerns about swimming or boat access should ask the operator before booking.

The sea can also shape the day. This activity requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund. That is sensible for a cruise, but it means you should keep some flexibility in your schedule if the sea forecast looks uncertain.

Buffet lunch, local wine, and the value of a half-day cruise

The food is more than a minor add-on. A buffet lunch and drinks are included, so you can spend the afternoon enjoying the boat rather than searching for a restaurant after the swim. The supplied details describe local wine as part of the return meal, and one account gave especially high marks to the quality of the food and the generous drinks service.

The drinks have received particular praise, including free-flowing alcoholic options. I would still check the day’s exact selection with the crew if that matters to you, since the formal inclusions simply state meal and drinks. The practical value is clear either way: you are not paying separately for lunch, water, or every glass during a four-and-a-half-hour outing.

At $107.06 per person, this is not the cheapest way to spend a morning at sea. The price becomes easier to justify if you use the included transfer, meal, guided cruise, and drinks. A self-planned outing would require you to arrange transport to Morro Jable, find a boat, buy lunch, and manage the timing yourself.

The value is strongest for someone who wants a simple package. You pay once, get collected in selected resort areas, spend several hours on a distinctive boat, swim, eat, and return to the original meeting point. The value is weaker if you do not drink, dislike group activities, or mainly want access to a beach rather than time on the water.

What the four and a half hours feel like

The duration is listed as approximately four hours and 30 minutes. That is long enough to make the cruise feel like the day’s main activity, but short enough to leave room for another plan later.

I like this length because the trip does not force you to spend a full day at sea. You get the scenic cruise, the Gui-Gui stop, and lunch without giving up the entire day. At the same time, you should not expect a quick excursion. If you are prone to seasickness, four and a half hours is a meaningful stretch, and you may want to prepare accordingly.

The schedule is not broken down into exact times for sailing, swimming, or lunch. That gives the crew room to adjust for sea conditions, but it also means you should not plan another fixed activity immediately after the stated return. Transfer times can vary too, especially when several pickup areas are involved.

Because the cruise ends back at the meeting point, you are not left arranging a separate return. That simple detail makes a difference after lunch and a swim. If you use the included transfer, the operator has your return journey built into the day’s basic plan.

The important Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura warning

There is one unusual issue you should understand before booking. An earlier customer was expecting a boat experience connected with Gran Canaria, but the boat had been moved to Fuerteventura. The change was not communicated in time, and the original outing could not operate as expected. A lower-priced alternative was offered, and the operator later stated that the refund had been processed.

The current tour information clearly places the experience in Fuerteventura, with departure from Morro Jable. Still, the confusion is a reminder to check the island, port, and pickup details immediately after booking. Do not rely only on an old confirmation or a general tour title.

This is especially important if you are staying on Gran Canaria. The advertised meeting point and pickup areas are in Fuerteventura, not Gran Canaria. The experience described here should be treated as a Fuerteventura cruise from Morro Jable. If your holiday base is on another island, confirm that you can reach the departure point before paying.

The operator is Tour2b. Confirmation is provided at booking, while pickup details are confirmed 24 to 48 hours before the date. I would save both messages and contact the operator if the final instructions do not match your hotel or island.

Who will enjoy the Aphrodite most

I would recommend this cruise to you if you want three things in one outing: views from the sea, a swim stop, and a meal with drinks. It suits couples, families, and small groups who like a relaxed shared activity rather than a high-speed adventure.

It also works well for someone staying in one of the listed southern resort areas. Included transfers remove a fair amount of hassle, and the return to Morro Jable keeps the route simple.

You may want to choose something else if you want complete privacy, a long visit on a sandy beach, or a tightly scheduled sightseeing program. The boat can carry up to 40 people, so this is not a secluded private charter. The information also does not promise snorkeling equipment, water sports, or a specific style of swimming access.

The cruise should appeal to food-focused visitors too. One of the strongest positive points is the combination of a good meal and generous drinks service. That makes the outing feel more like a social lunch on the water than a bare-bones boat transfer.

Booking, weather, and cancellation details

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

The trip depends on good weather. If poor conditions cancel it, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. The same applies if the minimum number of participants is not reached, with the option of another date or experience.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The activity is near public transportation, but transfers are only included from the named pickup areas. A mobile ticket is accepted, and the tour is offered in English.

Should you book this Fuerteventura gulet cruise?

I would book it if you are staying near Morro Jable or one of the listed pickup areas and want an easy half-day at sea with the major costs included. The Aphrodite, the Gui-Gui swim stop, and the buffet lunch give the outing more character than a simple coastal boat ride.

I would pause if your plans are based on Gran Canaria, if you need a private boat, or if you want exact timing for every part of the day. Confirm that the departure is from Fuerteventura, read the final pickup email, and allow flexibility for weather.

For the right person, $107.06 is fair value for a guided cruise, return transport in selected areas, a swim stop, lunch, and drinks. Just make the island and meeting point your first checks, not an afterthought.

FAQ

Where does the cruise depart from?

The cruise departs from Puerto del Morro Jable, 35625 Morro Jable, Las Palmas, Spain.

What time does the cruise start?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 a.m.

Where does the activity end?

The activity ends back at the original meeting point in Morro Jable.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is available from Costa Calma, Esquinzo, Jandía, Las Playitas, Tarajalejo, and La Lajita. Pickup may be at your hotel or a nearby meeting point, with details sent 24 to 48 hours before the tour.

Is lunch included?

Yes. A buffet meal and drinks are included. Local wine is also described as part of the meal service.

What happens if bad weather cancels the cruise?

You can be offered another date or a full refund. The same options apply if the minimum number of participants is not reached.