Coisas para fazer em Lanzarote

Lanzarote Jet Ski South Route with transport

Skip the morning coffee, it won't be needed. Instead, grip on to your own Jet Ski and skim across the blue waters from Puerto del Carmen all the way to Papagayo beach. Have your pulse racing as you and the family enjoy a view like no other: volcanic vistas, vast expanses of wild water and clear skies under the sunThe morning starts off with collecting guests first from Costa Teguise, then Playa Blanca and finally Puerto del Carmen. The harbour will be your first step into the sea, where you'll be sailed to the waiting Jet Skis. There you'll have a full safety briefing and guide on using the jet skis before jumping onto them.Then, you're ready for an experience you won't soon forget. Rev your jets and tighten your lifejackets, you're off to discover the beautiful coast of Lanzarote and the gems along the way like Puerto Calero, Quemada Beach and Las Coloradas before reaching Papagayo beach. After the morning's thrills there'll be transport back to the harbour in Puerto del Carmen.

Ferry ticket with Balearia Canarias to Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura is just a 35-minute ferry journey away from Lanzarote, and makes for an ideal day trip. There are up to seven crossings per day with Balearia Canarias from Playa Blanca to Corralejo in the north of Fuerteventura. This traditional fishing village boats an atmospheric old town, a lively harbour scene and over 11km of sandy beaches and dunes.

Teguise Sunday Market Trip

More than 360 stalls cram into Teguise's pretty plaza and cobbled streets on market day. So, shoppers will be spoilt for choice with this half-day trip to the island's most popular Sunday market. Expect tables creaking with local foodstuffs, jewellery, paintings and handicrafts. What's more, it's all given a carnival atmosphere by Canarian dancers, hair braiders and panpipe bands.

Lanzarote trike tour for up to three people – no transfers

Calling all petrolheads! Hit the road in style on this adventurous trike tour across Lanzarote's volcanic landscapes. This guided tour follows the coast and winds through traditional villages like Uga, La Geria and Yaiza. You'll have the option to stop at either the Monumento al Campesino sculpture, or the town of Famara, known for its sparkling waters and views of La Graciosa. Your second stop is the scenic fishing village of La Santa, so get ready to snap some amazing photos.

Lanzarote Two Advanced Scuba Dives

With warm temperatures throughout the year, Lanzarote's the optimum place to notch up a few dives. And if you already have your scuba diving qualification and fancy a new challenge, then this advanced dive is just the thing for seeing the island's underwater world.You'll meet up at the centre where you'll be given your equipment, including weights and tanks, then you'll head out to the water with a qualified SSI instructor. The best part is that with visibility up to 40 metres, you're sure to see all the delights that sit below the surface, including rock formations and the marine life that bring visitors to the shores.At the same time, you'll also be able to sharpen your skills for future dives and have fun while you're out there. Dives are available in the morning and afternoon, and you'll be in safe hands with a five star scuba school.

Biosfera Express La Graciosa Ferry

With up to nine ferries a day from Orzola in the Lanzarote, the volcanic island of La Graciosa has never been easier to visit from Lanzarote. Enjoy a comfy and scenic 30-minute journey over with the family-run Biosfera Express ferry service and explore the most rustic of the Canary Islands.There are no cars or paved paths in La Graciosa – but there are four volcanoes and countless virgin beaches. Which is why a visit is a must when staying in Lanzarote. You'll arrive in Caleta del Sebo, the larger of the two settlements on the island. With its sandy streets, whitewashed houses, it's like something from a Spaghetti Western.You can choose between a day at one of the island's beaches – think golden sands washed by turquoise waters or maybe a hike inland to one of the volcanoes. The twin craters of El Mojon and La Aguja are a half-hour walk or so away from the village. You'll soon discover why unspoiled La Graciosa is the centrepiece of the Chinijo Archipelago Nature Reserve.

Timanfaya volcanic tour

This half-day tour is Lanzarote in a nutshell. You'll call in at El Golfo lagoon, journey through Timanfaya National Park and visit the Salinas de Janubio. There's also a sample of local wine to round off the tour.First up, you'll visit the waters of El Golfo - it's emerald waters have starred in many a Hollywood film over the years. But that's just an appetiser for the main event – the visit to Timanfaya National Park. Famed for its moonlike landscape is dotted with lava fields and black rocks, you'll see the ‘Fire Mountain', to name but a few.We'll continue the tour with a stop in La Geria for a sip of some local wine before we reach Salinas de Janubio, the largest salt flats in the Canaries. Snap a few selfies with the miles of cotton-white salt mounds as your guide fills you in on the history of this all-important island resource. You'll even get a chance to try some, too.

Lanzarote tour with Timanfaya National Park and Jameos del Agua

This grand tour of Lanzarote leaves no stone unturned. ‘You'll unearth the secrets of this volcanic island through the eyes of someone who has made it their home,' says Daria, one of our expert guides. Discover the island's spectacular green north and the volcanic south, visiting Timanfaya National Park, Jameos del Agua caves and a winery along the way.The fun starts with a trip to the subterranean salt lake at Jameos del Agua. This ancient volcanic cavern was converted into a bar and concert space by local architectural legend, Cesar Manrique. After lunch, you'll get to find out how grapes are grown at a volcanic soil winery. You'll sample one-of-a-kind local wines from La Geria, a unique wine-growing region created after the Timanfaya volcanic eruptions 300 years ago. Next up is the Salinas de Janubio salt flats where traditional methods are still in use. Seawater enters shallow basins, evaporates under the sun, and workers harvest the salt manually. These salt flats are a haven for migratory and coastal bird species.Thanks to its otherworldly natural landscape, Lanzarote was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1993. And the star of the show here is undoubtedly Timanfaya National Park. Follow the famous Lunar Route and explore lava fields, volcano craters and steaming geysers as you learn about why the whole island has achieved this special UNESCO-listed status. Then, experience it up close as you feel the heat beneath your feet and witness brushwood burn into flames.

Timanfaya express in Lanzarote with optional camel ride

Blistered and beautiful, Timanfaya National Park is the jewel in Lanzarote's crown. This spectacular destination is home to the Fire Mountains, a treasure trove of biodiversity and a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Monica, one of our expert local guides says, "The Fire Mountains are so special because, first and foremost, they are home to an astounding variety of plant and animal species found nowhere else on Earth. Our aim is to ensure the conservation of its ecosystems while promoting sustainable use of natural resources."Begin your adventure with a scenic drive through these jaw-dropping landscapes. Gaze at the lava fields, craters, volcanic cones, and geothermal displays that make this park truly out of this world. Capture unforgettable photos as you learn about the park's fascinating volcanic history from your guide. Next, visit El Diablo Restaurant where cooking takes a twist - meals are prepared using volcanic heat - no electricity or gas needed.Finally, if you've opted for a camel ride, you'll saddle up amid the dramatic scenery of Timanfaya. Absorb the panoramic views and soak in the tranquillity of this extraordinary landscape. It's a very special National Park, and this is an experience that will get you right into the raw natural beauty and power of Lanzarote's Fire Mountains.

Northern Lanzarote tour with Green Caves and Jameos del Agua with optional lunch

Larger-than-life Lanzarote legend César Manrique left his imprint all over the island, but nowhere more so than the north. The architect was inspired by the region's extraordinary geology. This tour takes in three iconic sights – the Green Caves, Jameos del Agua and Mirador del Rio. David, one of our local guides, says, "the north of the island was a canvas for Manrique's palette. As he used to say, “the north is still the traditional Lanzarote.”First up are the Green Caves, where a maze of galleries and stairways lead you to a natural auditorium. These caverns – 16 have been discovered so far – are air bubbles that are linked by a tunnel created by the lava flow from a volcanic eruption. During the 1960s, the Cabildo of Lanzarote commissioned Jesús Soto to adapt the cave system for visitors, creating one of the island's most fascinating attractions. The influence of Manrique is, however, even more pronounced in the Jameos del Agua. Here, he harmonised this roofless volcanic cave, adding rock gardens and a glassy lake, filled with blind, white crabs found only in Lanzarote.Also on the agenda is Mirador del Rio, one of Manrique's most sci-fi creations. Not only does this viewpoint blend in seamlessly with its surroundings atop a 470-metre-tall cliff, but it boasts wow-factor vistas across to the island of La Graciosa. Next, you'll head to Haria, an oasis of green known as the “Valley of a Thousand Palms,” scattered with whitewashed houses and surrounded by peaks. If you book the tour option that includes lunch, you'll sit down for a meal made from locally sourced ingredients in a typical Canarian house here, too.

Northern Lanzarote tour with Jameos del Agua and Teguise

Mother Nature's imprint isn't the only one that looms large in Lanzarote. This half-day tour takes a close look at one of the island's most famous sons. You'll visit his Jameos del Agua and Mirador del Rio viewpoint. And you'll also discover the oldest town in the Canaries, Teguise. Cristina, one of our expert guides, says, ‘Local artist Cesar Manrique was to Lanzarote what Gaudi was to Barcelona. His architectural vision and activism left us a unique style in harmony with our volcanic landscapes and also helped preserve the island – he was opposed to high-rise hotels, so very few were built.'The discovery begins at the Manrique-designed complex built around the Jameos del Agua volcanic caves. He converted them into a nightclub in the 60s. The stage is still in use, but the stars nowadays are the rare white crabs in a saltwater pond. Next, we'll cut through dramatic volcanic landscapes to the Mirador del Rio – another Manrique masterpiece. At almost 500 metres above sea level, it offers unbeatable views over the island of La Graciosa and its volcanoes.After calling in at an Aloe Vera producer to learn the secrets of this versatile plant, you'll pass through a string of pretty villages en route to Teguise. As the former capital of the island, this history-steeped village boasts a number of eye-catching palaces, convents, chapels and churches – all within walking distance of each other. Enjoy free time to wander around and take snaps in the town's atmospheric centre.

Lanzarote volcano tour with BBQ

Lanzarote's volcanic scenery comes into its own at Timanfaya National Park. This corner of the island is all peaks and craters straight from a sci-fi movie set. And it's all even more dramatic at sunset. So on this evening trip, you're in for a treat.