You\u2019ve got a day off in Fuerteventura, you\u2019ve already decided you want to go sailing, and there\u2019s just one thing left to decide: should you book the morning trip or save it for the afternoon?<\/p>\n\n
It\u2019s the same Jand\u00eda coastline and the same Atlantic Ocean at any time of day, but the sea at nine o\u2019clock is nothing like it is at five. And as we go out almost every day, we\u2019ll tell you what really changes so that you can make an informed choice, rather than a blind one. <\/p>\n\n
The island, the boat and what you take on board remain the same. What changes are the sea, the light and the temperature. <\/p>\n\n
Early in the morning, the sea off Jand\u00eda is usually calm, almost as smooth as oil. The trade winds, the prevailing winds<\/a> in Fuerteventura, have not yet picked up. <\/p>\n\n As the sun rises, that wind picks up and gains momentum as we round the Jand\u00eda peninsula, so in the afternoon it\u2019s normal to encounter a bit more of a breeze and some swell<\/a>. It\u2019s nothing to worry about: the boat sails with more vigour and the cool air is a welcome relief. But if it\u2019s your first time on board or you know you get seasick easily<\/a>, you\u2019ll find the calm sea in the morning works in your favour. <\/p>\n\n In the morning, the light streams in clearly and the water takes on that catalogue-perfect turquoise hue. It\u2019s the best time to take photos in the pool and to see the seabed when you peer down through your snorkelling goggles. <\/p>\n\n In the afternoon, it all gets warmer. The sun slowly sets over the volcanic mountains of Jand\u00eda, bathing them in golden light. In summer, though, the midday heat can be intense: on board, you\u2019re always in the shade and the Atlantic is just a stone\u2019s throw away for a quick dip, but some people prefer to get up early to avoid the worst of the sun. <\/p>\n\n It\u2019s the million-dollar question, and the honest answer is no. Dolphins and whales are free and don\u2019t keep to a timetable: there\u2019s no specific time slot that guarantees you\u2019ll see them. <\/p>\n\n What we do know from experience is that, when the sea is calm in the morning, a fin or a blow can be spotted from a distance sooner, and it\u2019s easier to locate them. In the afternoon, when there\u2019s a bit more swell, you have to keep a closer eye out, although sightings can happen at any time. That uncertainty is part and parcel of the experience: that\u2019s why, when they do appear, the moment stays with you. <\/p>\n\n There isn\u2019t a better shift \u2013 there\u2019s a better shift for you.<\/p>\n\n If you\u2019re travelling with children, are worried about the motion, or want the sea to be as calm as possible and the light to be as bright as possible for your photos, the morning is the best time for you.<\/p>\n\n If you\u2019d rather not get up early, set off once the morning is well underway, sail with a gentle breeze and enjoy the warm light of the late afternoon, then the afternoon is the time for you.<\/p>\n\n Both trips feature the same boat, the same coastline and the same food and drink on board, and you can book either one without any further ado. So it\u2019s not a question of getting it right, it\u2019s a question of choosing the option that appeals to you most. And if you\u2019re still unsure, do drop us a line before you book: we know what the sea\u2019s like each day and we\u2019ll tell you honestly which trip we\u2019d choose ourselves. <\/p>\n\n Whether it\u2019s in the morning or the afternoon, one thing never changes: the feeling you get when we cast off \u2013 the engine slowing down, the water shifting from blue to turquoise, and the south of Fuerteventura opening up just for you. Once you\u2019ve decided on a time, check availability below or give us a call. We set off from the jetty at Morro Jable, in Fuerteventura, and we\u2019ll take care of everything else to make your visit an unforgettable experience on any of our excursions<\/a>. <\/p>\n\nLight, heat and water in the bathroom<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
Are dolphins and whales more commonly seen at any particular time of day?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
Morning or afternoon? Choose your plan \u2013 there\u2019s no \u2018right\u2019 choice when it comes to enjoying your unforgettable experience with us <\/h2>\n\n
We look forward to seeing you in Morro Jable, at a time of your choosing<\/h2>\n\n