On vacation in the Canaries? Discover the best outdoor activities on Lanzarote.
Welcome to the Moon! Or rather, to Lanzarote! With its volcanic landscapes, the easternmost island of the Canariesis like stepping into another world. During your vacation, you’ll discover exceptional sandy beaches and an extremely rich natural environment.
Thanks to the diversity of its landscapes and its year-round sub-tropical climate, Lanzarote offers visitors plenty of opportunities to enjoy themselves. For lovers of outdoor activities, the island is the ideal playground.
And to help you prepare for your stay, Generation Voyage has put together a guide to outdoor activities in Lanzarote.
1. Diving
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Start your vacation in the Canaries with a scuba diving session. This is your chance to discover the island in a different way, by exploring its marine world. Whether from the beach or from a boat, diving in Lanzarote takes you into another world.
The island offers a wide variety of underwater species for your viewing pleasure. To discover the best diving spots, set off from Playa Blanca. From here, you can visit the Museo Atlantico, with its underwater sculptures.
If you’ve never dived before, a guide will show you how to swim underwater. On the other hand, if you’re already an expert and have your PADI certification, you can rent equipment to explore the depths of the Atlantic.
This service costs between €35 and €45.
2. Surf
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Another outdoor activity in Lanzarote, and always on the sea, is surfing. The Canaries are a veritable treasure trove for surfing enthusiasts. In fact, Lanzarote is nicknamed the « Hawaii of Europe » because of the variety of beaches for surfers, whether beginners or professionals.
Although any month of the year is ideal for this outdoor activity, winter is particularly recommended for the more experienced. Waves are more intense during this period.
Conversely, if you want to start surfing in Lanzarote, it’s best to visit the island in summer and take advantage of the favorable conditions.
Among the best spots for surfing in Lanzarote are El Quemao, La Santa and Caleta Caballo. Surfing in Lanzarote costs between €35 and €55.
3. Windsurfing
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As with surfing, Lanzarote offers exceptional conditions for surfing enthusiasts. To make the most of it, stay away from the most touristy spots. Off the beaten track, the waves are perfect for windsurfing.
In addition to exceptional conditions, the island offers breathtaking scenery. If you’d like to discover the best spots for this outdoor activity on Lanzarote, we recommend las Cucharas de Costa Teguise. This bay is suitable for beginners and experts alike.
4. Hiking
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Let’s return to the mainland for an outdoor activity in Lanzarote, and more specifically, for a hike. With its lunar landscape, the island offers walkers some exceptional trails.
Among the best treks to do in Lanzarote, here is our selection:
- Caldera Blanca: three to four hours exploring one of the smallest volcanoes in the Parque Nacional de Timanfaya. This hike is ideal for less athletic climbers, with an ascent of moderate difficulty;
- Cueva de los Verdes: if you’re with children, this trek is perfect. It’s an underground hike that takes you into the volcanic galleries;
- Guatiza: in this region, you can set off on a hike of over 27 kilometers. The trail offers magnificent scenery to be admired from the Mirador in the direction of Haria.
For this activity, budget around €40.
5. Parachute ascension
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Fancy an outdoor activity in the air on Lanzarote? Well, you’re in luck, because the island offers its visitors parasailing sessions. Towed from the back of a boat, you can admire the landscape between sky, sea and mountains.
Depending on the speed of the boat and the height of the parachute, the sensations are more or less intense. For this unique experience, you can go to Puerto del Carmen or Playa Blanca.
Parasailing can be done alone, in pairs, threes or fours.
Expect to pay between €20 and €45 for this service.
6. Paragliding
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Let’s stay in the air with a paragliding session. Here, you’re comfortably installed in a harness to enjoy the magnificent scenery that Lanzarote has to offer. While you take in the views, the pilot guides the paraglider and takes you to the island’s most beautiful spots.
The Mirador del Rio is a must for this outdoor activity on Lanzarote. From the Rochers de Famara, you can enjoy an incredible panorama of the island’s cliffs and mountains.
As for landing zones, there are many, each more beautiful than the last. These include the Playa de Famara and the plains surrounding the village of Teguise.
The price of a paragliding experience is around 120€.
7. Jet ski
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Are you an adrenaline junkie? Opt for a jet ski session in Lanzarote. Sail the waters of the Atlantic and pick up speed for a thrill-packed experience.
If you’re a beginner, the jet ski is very easy to learn and requires no license. You’ll be able to take the wheel in complete safety, and gain speed as your confidence grows.
If you’ve already tried this outdoor activity in Lanzarote, you can take a passenger with you to discover new sensations.
Expect to pay between €30 and €50 for a jet-ski trip.
8. Paddle
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For a little peace and quiet, there’s nothing like a paddle on the Atlantic Ocean. This outdoor activity in Lanzarote doesn’t require any particular physical condition and can be enjoyed by young and old alike (as long as you know how to swim).
Standing on your board, you move away from the coast to enjoy a moment of absolute calm. On one side, the ocean as far as the eye can see lets you contemplate the marine life beneath your feet. On the other, you can admire the island of Lanzarote from another angle.
The island of eternal spring offers numerous spots for a paddle session. Among the most popular are Playa Blanca and Playa del Papagayo.
Expect to pay between €30 and €50 for this service.
9. 4×4
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One of the best outdoor activities for exploring Lanzarote is a 4×4. From the comfort of your vehicle, all you have to do is admire the landscape before you.
Thanks to its all-terrain wheels, the jeep lets you get off the beaten track. As you explore, you’ll be impressed by the dazzling contrast between the lunar landscape and the blue ocean.
In the south of the island, you’ll drive your 4×4 towards the volcanic areas for a complete change of scenery.
The price for this activity is around €60.
10. Flyboard
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The latest outdoor activity in Lanzarote is flyboarding. It’s a hydro-propelled machine that lets you fly over the water. It’s the ideal sport for thrill-seekers.
With a flyboard, you can fly up to 12 meters in the air, supported only by your feet. If you don’t want to fall overboard, you’ll need to keep your balance throughout the session. Are you up to the challenge?
For flyboarding in Lanzarote, head for Puerto del Carmen or Playa Blanca.
Expect to pay around €100 for this activity.
11. Kayak
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You may be familiar with traditional kayaking, but what about sea kayaking? Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Lanzarote offers a huge expanse of water for this outdoor activity.
If you want to enjoy the most beautiful scenery, head for the south of the island, where you can admire the Los Ajaches cliffs rising up in front of you.
If you’re going away for a few hours, don’t forget your mask and snorkel to discover the underwater life.
Expect to pay around €40 for an afternoon’s kayaking.
12. Quad
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Quad biking is an essential outdoor activity on Lanzarote. It’s one of the best ways to explore the island and its inaccessible areas. You can go on your own or with a guide.
If you choose to venture into the depths of Lanzarote, a map is provided to help you avoid getting lost.
Among the best spots to visit on a quad bike, don’t miss the Salinas de Janubia, with its impressive expanse of salt mines, or los Herviedos, with its rock formations.
The price of a quad tour varies between €100 and €260.
13. Snorkeling
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Back under the sea with a snorkeling session. Here, you don’t need any equipment, just your mask and snorkel. Still at the water’s surface, you can admire the density of underwater life.
With a guide, you’ll discover the hidden corners of the island and explore the secrets of the ocean.
Expect to pay between €30 and €45 for this activity.
14. ATV
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There’s no better way to explore Lanzarote than on a mountain bike. The island offers visitors a multitude of trails. One of the most impressive is the Parque Nacional de Timanfaya.
To get there by bike, we recommend setting off from Orzola, a fishing village. On the way, you’ll pass the La Corona volcano, the Risco de Fama, the Lava pedal and the Mirador de Rio. Stop at this viewpoint to admire the island of La Graciosa in the distance.
A mountain bike tour costs around €60.
15. Riding
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Nature lovers? Horseback riding is undoubtedly one of the best outdoor activities on Lanzarote. Several riding schools offer excursions all around the island.
On the back of your horse, you can contemplate the surrounding landscape while enjoying a special moment with the animal.
Horseback riding is the ideal activity for children. Back at the center, they can feed and brush the horses to prolong this moment of pure happiness.
For this activity, expect to pay around €120.