I would highly recommend spending at least a few nights here as it's impossible to see the island in one day. I am no stranger to islands having been to many throughout Europe but this is far and away the best I have been to. Stepping off the ferry at Caletta de Sebo, the islands only year round settlement is like stepping into another world. The roads are made from compacted sand but the town is bigger than you think with several bars and restaurants and at least four supermarkets to choose from along with its own church and museum. There are four main walks around the island some of which can be combined for the fit and energetic, thankfully of which I am. It was still a lot to see though in a long weekend. The best beaches in my opinion are on the west side of the island where I could literally sit for hours watching and listening to the waves. The landscape is barren and rocky here with little shade even in the winter months so plenty of sun cream along with water and good shoes are strongly recommended. There are two peaks on the island both of which can be climbed via steep tracks (they're even steeper on the way down) and the views are tremendous in every direction. The east coast towards the smaller summer settlement of Pedro Barba has blowholes and caves for you to explore and marvel at with more isolated beaches - at least in the winter months. The island is easy to get to by ferry from Orzola with two operators to choose from, between them offering boats every half hour throughout the day. Bus no. 9 gets to the port from Arrecife in around an hour connecting with the 11.30 boat. There are only a few busses a day sadly so make sure you check the timetable or you'll be hitching a ride back home! Next time I'm going for a whole week.

Day trip by ferry with Linear Romero. We didn't want an organised trip but Tourist Information told us Lineas Romero will pick up from our resort Los Pocillos and take us to the ferry for 35E. Graciosa at your Leisure ticket. Much easier than finding our own way to and back from Orzola.

Not sure if it's for families, not really much to do. Mainly a cycle round the island. Paths are very rough and there's nothing but the the little town you arrive in. My wife got an ebike and I got a mountain bike. We cycled around 20k around the island, I was exhausted later in the night and I cycle a good bit, but I think the desert like quality is amazing. I really enjoyed it, golden areas, Rocky areas and there very little commercialisation. People don't really speak English, there was a sign in the bicycle how saying they will not collect you if you get tired. Respect them for that

We booked a Catamaran sail trip full day and were very happy with everything from the crew to to sail and food provided. Can thoroughly recommend this trip which was excellent value as well. Coach trip to the ferry was very scenic and an added bonus

A lovely island to visit. However the routes for cycling are very poor as are the bicycles. The 4x4 taxis to and fro ruin roads and the cycling - not nice breathing vehicle fumes. We were shocked at the existence of the 4x4 taxis in a deserted setting where surely the most inaccessible parts should be only available by foot, bike or electric buggy. A great disappointment for the lack of respect for the planet and this island of nature. Nonetheless- recommend visiting - seek out an ebike or good quality mountain bike - don’t get pulled into the renters at the port - there are a number of others in the back streets. With an ebike it should be possible to get round the island. Then by foot to Playa del Salado et Francesca.