When Timanfaya's six long years of eruptions ceased in 1736, the farmers of La Geria believed their fertile lands were lost forever under a thick layer of ash. But the local families needed to make the land productive again, and through sheer hard work and determination, they succeeded in creating the vineyards of La Geria.
You'll start off with a scenic walk, following trails through private vineyards belonging to the family-owned bodega of Nacho Romero, opened exclusively for National Geographic travellers.
As you soak up the unique character of these landscapes where vineyards are surrounded by volcanoes, the owner will explain how the layer of volcanic ash, known locally as ‘picón,' has shaped their cultivation methods, which are unique in the world. If you are lucky enough to find them ripe, you might even get to pick grapes straight from the vine as you hear Nacho or his wife Luisa, both winemakers, talk about the characteristics of volcanic wine. Back at the bodega after the walk, you'll be able to sample one of the artisanal wines that Nacho and Luisa make in their home winery.
Next, you'll head to Bodega La Geria – another important component of the ecological wine making movement. The winemaker himself will show you around the bodega. Find out the secrets of the hollows, called ‘zocos' which shelter the vines from the wind, and discover the different varieties of grapes that thrive in Lanzarote's volcanic terroir. To finish, savour a tasting of one of the estate's renowned wines with local cheese and crackers.
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Bernie & Sally
Traveled as a couple
March 27, 20255United Kingdom
Enjoyed the trip, information was very informative. Wine tasting was excellent May was very good at answering our questions and informing us about the different wines, added a little extra with a taste of the smoked goats cheese beautiful.
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Holleis
Traveled as a couple
March 20, 20254.6United States of America
Informative visit. Generous tastings and snacks. Wines good and not too expensive. Good explanations.
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Jenny Dorset
Traveled as a couple
February 20, 20254.6United States of America
Very interesting to visit a'commercial winery' and then a 'farmers winery' loved the 2/3Km walk through the vineyard with instruction. Only thing not so keen on was the information given in both German and English but I fully accept that mixed group's depends on numbers booked. Guide was lovely too. Would actually do this tour again.
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Devon lass
Traveled as a couple
February 15, 20254.6United Kingdom
Informative guides, tried 5 wines overall at 2 vineyards. Had some cheese and crackers, carton of water provided also. Enjoyable walk of about an hour not too arduous. Felt it was a bit expensive compared to other trips, had it included lunch it would have been about right.
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SoloTraveller
Solo traveler
February 13, 20255United States of America
This is a great little half day tour. You get to see a bit more of the island as you drive to the vineyards and the guide explained all about how the volcanic landscape was formed and gave clear instructions for what to expect in both German and French. First you visit a larger vineyard, La Geria and get to taste 2 wines. Then you walk 3km through a family vineyard with the owner explaining all about how his family runs the vineyard. You then get to taste 3 wines. You can also buy wine in both.
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Lippi
December 18, 20255United States of America
Absolut kompetente Reiseleitung, tolle Guides vor Ort. in der Kombination gerne wieder, auch wenn es nicht ganz günstig ist. Doch definitiv sein Geld wert. Vielen Dank an Neve
