The Janubio Salt Flats in Lanzarote: how to explore their salt landscape The Janubio Salt Flats are one of the most unique landscapes in the south of Lanzarote. They are not just salt flats or a quick stop along the road. They are a place where sea salt, the Janubio lagoon, the sea, volcanic soil…
Caldera Blanca in Lanzarote, route up to the crater Caldera Blanca is one of the most beautiful volcanic trails you can hike in Lanzarote. The trail crosses a field of black lava, passes by La Caldereta and climbs up to the rim of a huge, clear, open crater, offering one of those 360-degree views that…
Learn to surf in Famara: tips for your first lesson Learning to surf in Famara is one of those experiences that you will remember long after the trip. Not only because of the waves, but because of the environment, the atmosphere of the village and that feeling of arriving at a wide beach, looking out…
Cueva de los Verdes in Lanzarote: tickets, opening times, prices and tips for your visit Cueva de los Verdes is one of the most special places to visit in northern Lanzarote. It is a guided walk inside a volcanic tube where you can clearly understand the island’s origin, landscape and part of its history. If…
Las Grietas de Lanzarote, how to get there, where to park and tips for the visit If you’re thinking of visiting Las Grietas de Lanzarote, let me tell you something: it’s worth it. It’s not a long excursion and it’s not a huge place, but it is one of those stops that surprise you more when…
Natural swimming pool of Los Cocoteros in Lanzarote There are puddles on Lanzarote that are not about crossing off a visit, they are about reading the day and deciding. Los Cocoteros is exactly that. If the sea is nice, you enjoy it. If not, it is still a curious spot for a short stop along…
Natural swimming pools of Punta Mujeres (Las Rosas, El Pichón) Punta Mujeres is one of those places in the north of Lanzarote where you can find variety such as: volcanic rock, swimming pools and calm. If you read on you’ll find out exactly where they are (municipality of Haría), how to get there without messing…
Camel ride Lanzarote: what to expect at Timanfaya When you think of camels in Lanzarote, you’ll almost certainly end up at the Echadero de los Camellos, just outside the gates of Timanfaya National Park. It’s the starting point for the famous camel rides up the side of the volcanoes, one of the island’s best known (and most controversial) experiences. It’s…
Timanfaya National Park (Lanzarote) Timanfaya National Park is the volcanic heart of Lanzarote. For me it is one of the most spectacular places on the island; it is so close to me that I don’t visit it as much as I would like, but every visit always surprises me with something new: dark lava flows,…
Natural swimming pools Los Charcones of Playa Blanca in Lanzarote Los Charcones is one of those places that reconcile you with the volcanic coast: natural pools of turquoise water among black lava and few people. They are next to the Pechiguera lighthouse, on a coastline with no signs or lifeguards. Before reading the whole article,…
Los Hervideros de Lanzarote visits volcanic cliffs Los Hervideros is a stretch of volcanic coastline in Yaiza (Lanzarote), where ancient basaltic lava flows – linked to the Timanfaya National Park environment (eruptions 1730-1736) – formed cliffs, sea caves and bays. When the Atlantic swell presses in through the cracks, the water bursts into foam and…
Lagomar Museum: Omar Sharif’s House in Lanzarote The Lagomar Museum is a house-museum excavated in the volcanic slope of Nazaret (Teguise, Lanzarote), with passages, terraces and rooms that merge with the rock. It is not a “museum” in the usual sense, but a house-work that can be visited on foot, going up and down stairs…
Mirador de Guinate (Lanzarote) The Mirador de Guinate is a natural balcony in Haría (north of Lanzarote) with open views of the Chinijo Archipelago -LaGraciosa, Alegranza- and the vertical cut of the Risco de Famara. It is a free, simple and, above all, quiet place. It’s not unusual to arrive and find hardly any other…
The Mirador del Río in Lanzarote In my case, when I go to the Mirador de Famara or the Ermita de las Nieves (another undiscovered viewpoint), I usually combine it with the Mirador del Río to enjoy the north of Lanzarote calmly. If the sky is unstable, I prefer to adjust the order and leave…
Playa del Risco (Lanzarote): how to get there, route along the Path of the Gracioseros and local advice Under the Risco beach is one of those jewels of Lanzarote that you will remember for the rest of your life. Getting there is part of the plan: a zigzagging path, wind that sometimes gets tight and…
Mirador Risco de Famara: how to get there, what to see and essential tips If there is one place in Lanzarote capable of taking your breath away with the immensity of the landscape and the brute force of nature, it is undoubtedly the Risco de Famara viewpoint. Located in the north of the island, this…
Lanzarote: guide to the volcanic island’s best beaches in Lanzarote Lanzarote is more than just a volcanic island: it is a true model of sustainable tourism, recognised as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1993 and integrated into the Geopark of the Chinijo archipelago. Its coastline, shaped by unique geological phenomena, alternates between golden coves,…
Caleta de Famara discover this unique village of Lanzarote High level waves, the best spots to surf all day long and the widest range of surf courses for all levels, are just some of the reasons why the village of Caleta de Famara, located in the northwest of the island of Lanzarote, is usually one…
Lanzarote’s best windless beaches: Guide to a quiet paradise Lanzarote, one of the jewels of the Canary archipelago, captivates thousands of visitors every year with its unique volcanic landscape and exceptional climate, Lanzarote is also known for surfing. However, the constant presence of the trade winds sometimes raises doubts as to whether it is possible…
Famara beach: A wild paradise in northern Lanzarote Located on the northwest coast of Lanzarote, Famara Beach spans over six kilometres of pale golden sand, nestled at the base of the imposing Famara Cliffs . Part of the Chinijo Archipelago Natural Park, this destination blends raw geological splendour with a laid-back island lifestyle. From world-class…
What is the Drysurf system and what are its benefits? As a fresh, innovative and different training methodology, this is how we can define the Drysurf Training System, a new and revolutionary teaching system that allows you to perfect your surfing technique and optimise the physical development of the athlete, whether professional or amateur. Pay…
The best guide to waves and surfing in Famara In the Canary Islands it is possible to find beaches for all tastes, from paradisiacal options with white sandy landscapes and turquoise sea, to very good destinations for the practice of water sports, with challenging spots recognised the world over. It is not for nothing that…
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