2 boats and yachts available for charter in Las Palmas
INSTANT BOOKING
- Beneteau, Oceanis 45
- 2014
- Las Palmas
4.60(6)
- 10 berths
- 4 cabin
- 13.8 m
- 2 WC
INSTANT BOOKING
- Beneteau, Oceanis 51.1
- 2023
- Las Palmas
4.60(6)
- 12 berths
- 5 cabin
- 15 m
- 3 WC
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Yacht charter in Las Palmas
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria occupies the northeastern coast of Gran Canaria, facing the Atlantic on both sides of the volcanic La Isleta peninsula. Its protected marina sits within a major commercial port, while the wider city brings together beaches, historic districts, markets and an extensive range of maritime services.
A yacht charter in Las Palmas has a distinctly ocean-oriented character. The harbor offers shelter, but cruising beyond it generally means open Atlantic passages rather than short hops between closely spaced coves. This makes the city particularly relevant as a starting point for exploring the Canary Islands or preparing for longer offshore voyages. It also works well as an urban stop, with swimming, dining and sightseeing accessible from the waterfront. Compared with many yacht charter destinations in Spain, Las Palmas places greater emphasis on Atlantic conditions and passage planning.
Coastal areas to explore
Las Canteras is the city’s best-known beachfront area. Much of the beach is partly protected by La Barra, a limestone reef more than 100,000 years old, creating opportunities for swimming and snorkeling close to the city. Around La Isleta, El Confital presents a more exposed Atlantic coastline and a marked contrast to the sheltered waters inside the port.
Las Alcaravaneras lies beside the marina and offers a convenient beach stop near the harbor. Farther south, San Cristóbal retains its fishing pier and is known for restaurants serving fresh fish. These urban waterfronts are better understood as places to enjoy before or after cruising than as a chain of yacht anchorages.
For wider trips around Gran Canaria, route selection matters. The island’s northern and northeastern shores generally have fewer dependable anchorages than the more sheltered southern and southwestern coasts, so cruising plans should account for exposure, depth and the distances between suitable stops.
Atlantic sailing conditions
The marina and inner harbor provide a protected setting, but conditions can change quickly once a yacht leaves Las Palmas Bay. North and northeast trade winds predominate, and Atlantic swell, tides and local currents remain relevant even when the weather inside the harbor appears mild.
Wind acceleration is an important feature around eastern and southeastern Gran Canaria. Conditions there can be substantially stronger than forecasts for nearby waters suggest, particularly during summer. The volcanic seabed also drops away rapidly offshore, limiting casual anchoring and making advance assessment of depth, holding and swell important.
These characteristics favor thoughtful passage planning. A local outing in the bay differs considerably from an inter-island leg, where open-water exposure and changing wind zones become central considerations. Las Palmas is therefore well suited to travelers who value purposeful sailing and island-to-island cruising, rather than an itinerary built entirely around short, sheltered coastal hops.
Best time to charter
Recreational boating is possible throughout the year, but November through February is generally the most suitable period for longer inter-island passages because the trade winds are normally less intense. January, February, November and December are identified as particularly favorable months for cruising comfort.
June, July and August remain active boating months, although stronger trade winds can make passages more demanding. Travelers planning a summer yacht charter should pay close attention to acceleration zones and allow flexibility for changing conditions. September and October can bring very light winds, which may appeal to some travelers but can reduce the emphasis on sailing under canvas.
From April through September, traditional Canarian lateen regattas add a distinctive maritime dimension to Las Palmas Bay.
Inter-island routes from Las Palmas
An established eastern Canary Islands circuit connects Marina Las Palmas with Morro Jable, the Fuerteventura coast, Corralejo, Lanzarote and La Graciosa. The return can run through Marina Rubicón and then directly to Las Palmas or include another stop at Morro Jable. This pattern is commonly presented as a journey of roughly 10 to 15 days, reflecting the open-water distances involved rather than a rapid series of short hops.
Las Palmas is also internationally known as a departure point for November ocean rallies. The ARC sails directly to Saint Lucia, while ARC+ travels via Cabo Verde before continuing to Grenada. These are specialist offshore passages rather than standard leisure-charter itineraries, but they illustrate the port’s role as an Atlantic staging point.
Life on the water and ashore
A charter here can combine serious sailing with the convenience of a city waterfront. Time ashore may include swimming or snorkeling at Las Canteras, visiting the Castillo de la Luz near the port, or exploring Vegueta, the original quarter of a city founded in 1478. Casa de Colón and Santa Ana Cathedral provide further context for Las Palmas’s long connections with Atlantic travel.
Maritime culture is not limited to the commercial harbor. Canarian lateen sailing developed from competitions among boatmen who once transported people and goods between ships and shore. The city’s first official competition took place in 1904, and regattas continue to animate Las Palmas Bay during their regular season.
Food also fits naturally into a day ashore. Mercado del Puerto is close to the Las Canteras side of the city, while San Cristóbal offers a fishing-district setting and restaurants specializing in fresh fish.
Getting there and departing by yacht
Gran Canaria Airport lies approximately 18 kilometers from Las Palmas on the island’s eastern coast. Airport buses, taxis and rental cars provide road connections to the city. Ferry services also link the Port of Las Palmas with other Canary Islands and mainland Spain, while municipal buses connect the marina area with Las Canteras, Vegueta and other districts.
Marina Las Palmas, also known as Muelle Deportivo de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, is the principal departure and staging point. It lies within a working commercial port and provides repair, haul-out, chandlery and provisioning services used by ocean-going crews. Las Palmas consequently functions both as a place to begin a wider cruise and as a destination where travelers can combine marina time with beaches, restaurants and historic neighborhoods.
Planning the right charter
Before choosing a boat rental in Las Palmas, decide whether the priority is time around the urban waterfront, a circuit through the eastern Canary Islands or a more passage-focused sailing trip. That decision should guide the choice of yacht, trip duration and level of onboard experience. Travelers primarily interested in sailing can also explore the dedicated guide to sailboat charter in Las Palmas.
Allow room in the itinerary for weather changes, particularly on inter-island legs. Forecasts should be reviewed with attention to local acceleration zones rather than only conditions reported inside the harbor. Proposed anchorages also deserve advance consideration because depth increases rapidly offshore and exposed locations may be affected by swell, tides and currents.
The marina operates within a commercial port. Recreational craft must follow port traffic and entry procedures, and movement in port waters is restricted to entering or leaving berths. These factors make clear departure coordination and realistic passage timing especially important.
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When is the best time for yacht charter in Las Palmas?
The best time for yacht charter in Las Palmas depends on the season, with each period offering different sailing conditions and travel experiences.
June, July, August
Peak season
The busiest charter period in Las Palmas falls in June, July, August: 23°C air, 23°C sea, 18 sunny days a month and wind averaging 10 knots.
HOLIDAY
January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December
Shoulder
Shoulder season in Las Palmas covers January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December: 20°C air, 22°C sea, 12 sunny days a month and wind averaging 10 knots.
SHOULDER
Best months, weather & price guide for Las Palmas yacht charter
Weather, sea and price values are multi-year climate averages for Las Palmas. The average price shows the seasonal price trend.
| Month | JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌡️ Avg. temperature | 18° | 18° | 18° | 19° | 20° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 21° | 19° |
| ☀️ Avg. sunny days A day is counted as sunny when average daytime cloud cover is 30% or less. | 13 days | 11 days | 11 days | 10 days | 11 days | 14 days | 19 days | 21 days | 16 days | 13 days | 10 days | 13 days |
| 🌧️ Avg. days with rain A day is counted as rainy when at least 1 mm of rain falls. Monthly rainfall | 4 days16 mm | 5 days25 mm | 4 days21 mm | 4 days15 mm | 2 days8 mm | 1 days3 mm | 0 days1 mm | 1 days12 mm | 4 days22 mm | 4 days17 mm | 5 days18 mm | |
| 💨 Avg. wind Shows how windy a typical day is during this month, based on the full-day average. | 10 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 10 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 10 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 9 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 10 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 10 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 10 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 9 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 9 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 8 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 9 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 10 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. |
| 🌊 Avg. seawater temperature | 21° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 22° |
| 📅 Season | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | HOLIDAY | HOLIDAY | HOLIDAY | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | SHOULDER |
Boat rental prices in Las Palmas
Average overnight Sailboat charter prices in Las Palmas, starting from €400 per night.
YACHT TYPE
AVERAGE PRICE
BOAT COUNT
Sailboat AVERAGE PRICE€528 / night
BOAT COUNT2 sailboats available
Sailboat
AVERAGE PRICE
€528
/ night
BOAT COUNT
2
sailboats available
€400
€643
Prices vary by yacht type, size, season and charter type. Additional costs such as fuel, skipper fees and security deposit may apply.
Last updated at August 29, 2026
YACHT TYPE
AVERAGE PRICE
BOAT COUNT
Sailboat AVERAGE PRICEAvailable only for overnight charters.
BOAT COUNT-
Sailboat
AVERAGE PRICE
Available only for overnight charters.
BOAT COUNT
-
Prices vary by yacht type, size, season and charter type. Additional costs such as fuel, skipper fees and security deposit may apply.
Last updated at August 29, 2026
Frequently asked questions about yacht charter in Las Palmas
Learn everything you need to know about boat rental in Las Palmas, including costs, yacht types, charter options and sailing requirements.
How much does a yacht charter cost in Las Palmas?
In Las Palmas, overnight yacht charters average €528 per night, with prices starting from €400. Prices vary by boat type, travel dates, charter duration and departure location. June, July, August are usually the busiest months, when availability tends to fill up fastest. Flexible dates outside this period may offer more choice and lower starting prices.
Starting prices by boat type in Las Palmas are:
Overnight charters
- Sailboat: from €400 per night / €2,800 per week
Starting prices by boat type in Las Palmas are:
Overnight charters
- Sailboat: from €400 per night / €2,800 per week
What types of boats are available for charter in Las Palmas?
In Las Palmas, 2 boats are available for charter across 1 main types. Sailboat are the most widely available option.
- Sailboat: 2 available
- Sailboat: 2 available
Can I charter a yacht bareboat, with a skipper or with a crew in Las Palmas?
In Las Palmas, yachts are available as without skipper charters. There are 2 without skipper charter options available.
The bareboat fleet includes:
Sailboat: 2
A valid sailing licence is required for bareboat charter in Las Palmas. Travellers without the required licence can choose a skippered or crewed charter instead.
The bareboat fleet includes:
Sailboat: 2
A valid sailing licence is required for bareboat charter in Las Palmas. Travellers without the required licence can choose a skippered or crewed charter instead.
What is the best time for yacht charter in Las Palmas?
June, July, August are the main yacht charter season in Las Palmas. During this period, average daytime temperatures reach up to 24°C, while average sea temperatures are around 23°C.
What are the popular yacht charter locations near Las Palmas?
Popular yacht charter locations near Las Palmas include Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Radazul, San Miguel de Abona, Las Galletas. Santa Cruz de Tenerife currently has 6 yachts available, Radazul has 6 and San Miguel de Abona has 1. Among these alternatives, Santa Cruz de Tenerife offers the largest nearby charter fleet.
How many guests can a yacht charter accommodate in Las Palmas?
Yachts available for charter in Las Palmas accommodate between 10 and 12 guests, depending on the yacht and charter type. The average overnight capacity is 11 guests, while the average cruising capacity is 11 guests. Since overnight and cruising capacities may differ, check the capacity listed on the yacht’s detail page before booking.
What are the most widely available yacht models in Las Palmas?
The most widely available yacht models in Las Palmas include Beneteau Oceanis 45, Beneteau Oceanis 51.1.