Minor Rescued on La Graciosa After Fish Hook Accident at Montaña Amarilla
A young visitor had to be evacuated from one of La Graciosa’s most popular coastal spots after a fish hook became embedded in their thumb.
A minor was rescued on La Graciosa on Thursday, 27 August 2026, after suffering an accident involving a fish hook at the Montaña Amarilla area, according to reports of the emergency response.
The incident highlights the need for visitors exploring the quieter and more remote beaches of La Graciosa, Lanzarote, to take extra care, particularly when carrying fishing equipment or other sharp objects near the coast.
Rescue operation at Montaña Amarilla
Emergency services received an alert at approximately 2:40pm after the minor became injured at the Montaña Amarilla area.
Members of the Lanzarote Security and Emergency Consortium travelled to the location by jet ski to assist. The detailed account of the incident states that the hook had become embedded in the youngster’s thumb.
Because of the location, the injured minor was transported by water to the pier at the port, where a family friend was waiting to take them to the health centre on La Graciosa.
Once the evacuation had been completed, the emergency operation was formally closed and the relevant emergency coordination services were informed.
Montaña Amarilla: a popular La Graciosa attraction
The incident took place in an area that attracts thousands of visitors exploring La Graciosa from Lanzarote.
Playa de La Cocina, also known as Playa de Montaña Amarilla, sits beneath the distinctive yellow and ochre volcanic slopes of Montaña Amarilla. The small sheltered cove is known for its clear turquoise water and is a popular place for swimming and snorkelling.
The beach is relatively remote. Visitors travelling from Caleta de Sebo to Montaña Amarilla should be prepared for a walk of around six kilometres, with the final section to the beach accessible on foot.
That remoteness is part of what makes La Graciosa so attractive, but it also means visitors should think ahead before setting out for the island’s beaches.
A reminder for visitors to La Graciosa
For tourists staying in Lanzarote, a day trip to La Graciosa is a popular excursion, with visitors attracted by its beaches, volcanic scenery and more natural environment.
However, some of the island’s beaches are away from the main settlement and emergency assistance may take longer to reach than it would in a busy resort.
Visitors heading towards Montaña Amarilla and Playa de La Cocina should therefore make sure they have appropriate footwear, plenty of drinking water and protection from the sun. Local information about the route also recommends taking precautions because sections of the journey have little shade.
Anyone carrying fishing equipment, hooks or other sharp items should also ensure that they are safely stored when travelling around beaches and swimming areas.
For tourists planning a La Graciosa day trip, Montaña Amarilla offers some of the island’s most recognisable scenery, combining volcanic landscapes with exceptionally clear coastal waters.
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