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Day Trips and Tours from Lanzarote

Day Trips and Tours from Lanzarote

Lanzarote is home to a wealth of both natural and manmade attractions, from artistic installations to ancient lava fields and volcanic vineyards. Whatever type of traveler you are, you’ll find day trips and tours from Lanzarote to suit your taste.

Whether you want to stay on the island to hike its calderas and duck into its lava tunnels, or travel further afield to the neighboring Fuerteventura, you can do so on one of these excursions. Alternatively, embrace relaxation and cruise your way to one of the hidden gems surrounding Lanzarote to spend the day snoozing under sweeping palms.

Timanfaya

Spain's only geothermal national park, Timanfaya covers over 50 square kilometers in southern Lanzarote. Its landscape is littered with more than 20 volcanoes, almost all of which are considered dormant. The one active mount in the park — named Timanfaya — is a bubbling hub, which is responsible for a flock of steaming geysers in the surrounding vicinity.

On a day trip to Timanfaya, you can discover the site’s most notorious explosions that significantly changed Lanzarote’s scenery in the 18th century and explore its dramatic black lava fields from the back of a camel. Many excursions journey on to the wine region of La Geria to taste a sip of the refreshing tipple the lands are famous for, while others pay a visit to the lava caves of Jameos del Agua.

La Graciosa

Just off the north coast of Lanzarote lies the peaceful haven of La Graciosa. This volcanic island is known for its secluded bays and dazzling turquoise seas, and its lack of motor vehicles makes it the perfect place to get away from the bustling tourist resorts of Lanzarote for a day.

You can enjoy a relaxing cruise through the dolphin-studded waters surrounding the island on a day tour. These are leisurely excursions, which enable you to spend your time exploring the diverse marine life under the ocean surface through water sports, such as snorkeling, or simply soaking up the sunshine at La Francesca Beach.

Southern Lanzarote

The southern stretch of Lanzarote encompasses a myriad of landscapes, from the popular resorts of Playa Blanca and Puerto del Carmen to the contrasting volcanic fields of Timanfaya National Park.

On a southern Lanzarote day trip, you can participate in a range of thrilling activities, from jet skiing along the rugged coastline to paragliding over the breathtaking natural scenery of the island.

Alternatively, you can participate in a group Southern Lanzarote day tour and bond with like-minded individuals as you discover the green lake of El Golfo or snake your way through the white-washed alleys of Yaiza.

Fuerteventura

If you’re looking to explore more of the Canary archipelago, you should consider venturing to the neighboring isle of Fuerteventura from your base on Lanzarote. Like Lanzarote, this landmass is the result of a volcanic eruption, which happened approximately 20 million years ago.

Day tours to Fuerteventura leave from Playa Blanca and journey the short distance to the northern port town of Corralejo. Explore the pristine sands of the town’s beach, feast on the catch of the day or visit the neighboring Corralejo Natural Park, which is famed for its colossal sand dunes.

Alongside Corralejo, many Fuerteventura excursions enable you to discover other charming destinations, including the fishing village of El Cotillo and the remote townlet of Pájara.

Northern Lanzarote

If you can pry yourself away from the white sands of the South Coast in order to discover the spectacular landmarks dotted across the northern stretch of the isle, you’ll be glad you did.

This portion of Lanzarote is home to a selection of inspirational works by the renowned 20th-century Canarian artist César Manrique, as well as one of the longest volcanic tunnels in the world.

The majority of Northen Lanzarote day tours visit Cueva de los Verdes — a maze of lava tubes that were transformed into a tourist attraction by Manrique, who was dedicated to preserving their natural beauty.

You may also journey to the historic village of Haría, nicknamed the “Valley of a Thousand Palm Trees,” as well as Jameos del Agua, where you can explore a fusion of art and nature.

La Geria

One of the most distinctive wine regions in the world, the protected area of La Geria covers over 5,000 hectares just outside of Timanfaya National Park.

This corner of the island makes up part of Lanzarote’s Biosphere Reserve and is littered with cone-shaped hollows, each of which houses a singular grapevine. This, combined with the black volcanic soil covering the area, creates a unique landscape that you can admire for yourself on a day trip to La Geria.

Many of these excursions enable you to get up close to the natural phenomenon with a spot of hiking, during which you’ll learn all about the winemaking history of Lanzarote and how an eruption formed the region.

Alternatively, you can zoom past the vineyards on the back of an ATV during a quad tour in Lanzarote. If you’re short on time, try combining your La Geria day tour with an adventure to Timanfaya National Park where you’ll be awed by the magnitude of the island’s volcanoes.

Lobos Island

Lobos Island was named after its abundance of “Sea Wolves” — otherwise known as monk seals — and has been protected as a natural reserve since 1982. This volcanic isle has limited accessibility and as such manages to retain its wilderness and unspoiled beaches, providing visitors with a slice of paradise situated between the larger tourist hotspots of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.

As you travel toward this captivating destination on a Lobos Island day trip, you can seek out the friendly dolphins that inhabit this part of the North Atlantic Ocean. Upon arrival, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the island’s almost deserted shores, stroll its smattering of buildings or roam its flourishing waters. Some Lobos Island excursions continue on to discover the delights of Fuerteventura before returning to Lanzarote.

La Corona Volcano

Standing at over 600 meters above sea level, La Corona Volcano is one of the most imposing sights on the isle of Lanzarote and is located near the fishing village of Yé. Formed between 3,000 and 5,000 years ago, this once mighty volcano now lies dormant, making it the perfect place to educate yourself on the geology of the region.

Challenge yourself on a day tour to La Corona Volcano by participating in an invigorating hike, which journeys to the highest point of the island, from which you’ll gain sweeping views across the Canary archipelago. You can also discover the largest underwater volcanic tube in the world — Atlantis Tunnel — or wander along the top of the jagged Famara Cliffs on a Lanzarote hiking tour.