Arrival Caleta del Sebo
05/10/07 18:27 Filed in: Isla Graciosa | Canaries
We were making better than expected time so I reduced revs during the early morning watch. It was a lovely clear night with even some stars reflecting on the calm sea.
The dark profile of the unlit Roque del Este was visible in the moonlight three miles off the port beam as we passed at 04:45. Punta Fariones on the NE tip of Lanzarote was passed at 06:30 and with the sun rising we entered Estrecho del Rio between Lanzarote and Isla Graciosa.
Looking back at Punta Fariones as the sun rose.
Dramatic cliffs on the north coast of Lanzarote
The approach and entry to Caleta del Sebo was uneventful. We moored alongside the breakwater pontoon at 07:30 as all yacht berths were occupied. Later we were allocated a berth on the hammerhead of the western pontoon. A lovely spot. The water is very clear and the berth very secure.
We visited the harbour office and checked in. There is no electricity or water on the pontoons but our Superwind seemed to be keeping the batteries charged in the afternoon breeze. Our mooring charge was €3 and change per day. Wow!
Having been up since midnight I had a siesta. Later we were told about nearby showers and toilets on the beach and went for a walk. There are a few unmade roads with only the odd Landrover using them. The small town has several little supermarkets and a selection of cafes and restaurants.
I liked Isla Graciosa immediately and what a change from Morocco!
The dark profile of the unlit Roque del Este was visible in the moonlight three miles off the port beam as we passed at 04:45. Punta Fariones on the NE tip of Lanzarote was passed at 06:30 and with the sun rising we entered Estrecho del Rio between Lanzarote and Isla Graciosa.
Looking back at Punta Fariones as the sun rose.
Dramatic cliffs on the north coast of Lanzarote
The approach and entry to Caleta del Sebo was uneventful. We moored alongside the breakwater pontoon at 07:30 as all yacht berths were occupied. Later we were allocated a berth on the hammerhead of the western pontoon. A lovely spot. The water is very clear and the berth very secure.
We visited the harbour office and checked in. There is no electricity or water on the pontoons but our Superwind seemed to be keeping the batteries charged in the afternoon breeze. Our mooring charge was €3 and change per day. Wow!
Having been up since midnight I had a siesta. Later we were told about nearby showers and toilets on the beach and went for a walk. There are a few unmade roads with only the odd Landrover using them. The small town has several little supermarkets and a selection of cafes and restaurants.
I liked Isla Graciosa immediately and what a change from Morocco!