As a traveller, you want to discover all the incredible things a destination has for you. This includes both popular and lesser-known sites. Thinking about it, we have come up with a list of unusual things to do in Lanzarote. Take note and include some of these on your next trip!
Exploring beyond the conventional in Lanzarote
What is there in Lanzarote that you haven’t read or heard about it? Or that you haven’t visited yet? Well, you’ll be surprised with all the places and things off the bitten track you can still get to know.
Get to know the hidden beaches or the small towns waiting for you. It is time to get off the resort’s areas, and explore everything Lanzarote has to offer, including volcanic landscapes, museums, beaches, and many more.
Unique natural attractions
There are several tours in Lanzarote that will take you around the pristine beaches and other places that reflect their rich cultural heritage. But the true essence of the island lies in its hidden gems, waiting to be discovered by intrepid travellers.
Remote beach getaways
The coasts of Lanzarote are massive and contain numerous unique beaches. Some of them have black volcanic sand, and others golden sand. There are quiet beaches for families, or beaches with perfect waves to practice surfing. Of course, there are urban beaches with all the services included, and hidden and virgin beaches that are a small paradise within the island.
If you want to stay out of the crowd while enjoying the amazing beaches in Lanzarote, these are great options:
- Los Charcones: this is a group of natural pools located near to Playa Blanca. There are various pools to choose from, but you have to be careful when the tide is high. Also, it is not a good place for children.
- Caletón San Marcial: among the cost of Papagayo there are several beaches to enjoy, one of them is San Marcial. Not so many people visit this 35 metres beach, because you can only walk there when there is low tide.
- Playa de Jardín: this is one of the true hidden gems in Lanzarote. It’s a peaceful, quiet and beautiful black sand beach. To get there, you have to cross the Natural Monument of Los Ajaches. The path begins in Playa Quemada and is a three-kilometre walk.
- Las Malvas beach: located near to the town of Tinajo, this is a volcanic sand beach, with just 300 metres of length. It is a windy area, so it is a dangerous beach.
Volcanic formations exploration
Don’t miss the volcanic formations in Lanzarote. They are all around the island, but you’ll enjoy the best of it, moving a little away from the coast.
Take a tour around the Timanfaya Park, visit Los Jameos del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes, and go hiking at La Corona. Each volcanic landscape of Lanzarote will show you a little of the formation and history of the island.
Unveiling Lanzarote’s hidden gems
Immerse in the artistic haven of Caleta del Sebo
To reach Caleta del Sebo, you have to take a ferry from Órzola to La Graciosa. This is a small town with around 720 residents. Caleta del Sebo is the main town and capital of La Graciosa Island, and its main activities are tourism and fishing.
Caleta del Sebo is a calm town that shows the typical architecture from Lanzarote: white houses with blue or green doors and windows. Among the buildings, the Church of Our Lady of Carmen stands out.
This town is the starting point to explore the rest of the island. There are several companies that organize leisure activities around Caleta del Sebo.
From Monday to Saturday, travellers can visit the Museo Chinijo for free, located just behind the church. At the museum, you can learn about the salt flats, the flora, and fauna that inhabit the area.
Discover the charm of Haría, the White Village
Haría is one of the towns you cannot miss in Lanzarote island. It is located at the north of the island, about 30 minutes ride from the airport. This is another example of the traditional architecture, but what stands out in this area is the flora. Most of Lanzarote’s endemic species are found here, and it is known as the Valley of a Thousand Palm Trees.
This town invites you to relax and walk around its quiet streets. You can visit the main square and the church. Cesar Manrique House Museum, one of the main cultural attractions on the island, is also located in Haría.
Every Saturday, you can buy artisan products at the market that takes place in the square. And, if you want a panoramic view of the town, you can go to the Haría viewpoint.
A few minutes from there, are other important attractions, such as the Cueva de los Verdes, Jameos del Agua and the Mirador del Río.
Experience the tranquillity of Yaiza
Now we take you to the north of Lanzarote, to the beautiful town of Yaiza. The first impression you will have of Yaiza is of a well cared for and preserved municipality. Its traditional houses are decorated with plants and flowers, which make them stand out in the volcanic landscape.
There is a lot to do in Yaiza and its surroundings, as it is close to some of Lanzarote’s main attractions, such as Timanfaya, Charco de los Ciclos or Los Hervideros.
In the town, you can visit the parish of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, built in the 17th century, and the Benito Pérez Armas House of Culture. In Puerto Calero and Marina Rubicón, you will enjoy fresh seafood.
Embark on a whale-watching adventure from Puerto Calero
Embark on an unforgettable whale-watching adventure from Puerto Calero. Climb aboard a comfortable catamaran and set sail into the Atlantic Ocean. As you cruise along the coastline, keep your eyes open for dolphins, playful pilot whales, and even majestic humpback whales migrating through the region.
Explore the underwater world of Playa Chica
For snorkellers, a hidden world awaits beneath the surface of Playa Chica. Dive centres offer a variety of guided dives, allowing you to explore vibrant coral reefs teeming with colourful fish, crustaceans, and even the occasional octopus camouflaged among the rocks.
Knowing these unusual things to do in Lanzarote, you just have to choose where to stay and start exploring the island.
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