Lanzarote

Top things to do in Lanzarote, written by the locals for the locals:

 

Sports: Yearlonggreat weather allows for excellent opportunities to practice a wide variety ofsporting options, whether you are a serious athlete in training, or a casualactive visitor.
Surfing: La Santa along the reef or Famara in theamazing waves; Beginners can take advantage of the many surf schools andexperts can show off their moves
 
Kite andWind Surfing: The constant breeze theisland experiences makes for the perfect kite and wind surfing conditions;Jameo Agua Famara is the perfect spot, right at the mouth of the caves. July & August arebest.

 
Kayaking:Puerta Caballo marina offers year around high performance kayaks and canoes
 
Swimming: Take a swim in the clear blue waters off thebeaches of Papagayo, Agaete, or Playa Quemada and check out the sea life.

 
Sailing:The trade winds provide ideal conditions for this popular water sport. Lessons and rentals available on the beachesof Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise, and La Santa.

 
Golf:Absorb the unique landscape while challenging yourself on the links of CostaTeguise or Peurta del Carmen, both providing very different golfingexperiences.

 
Hiking andTrekking: Explore the 250 volcanoes of Lanzarote on many walking routes, eitheron your own or with a group

 
Biking:marked off-road trails for mountain bikers and long stretches of scenic asphaltfor long distance bikers around the island

 
Stand upPaddle: Try out this unique sport ofpaddle surfing on the beaches of Famara, Caleton Blanco, Arrecife, or Puertodel Carmen.

 
Tennis and Paddlecourts are plentiful with sports centers and resorts offering rental racketsand balls to interested guest

 
Paragliding:the volcanoes are perfect launching platform.

 

 

Sites:
Mt.Timanfaya National Park: Tour expansive lava fields and amazing volcanoesinside the national park. Bus toursavailable in five language.

 
CesarManrique creations including Jameos del Agua, Cueva de los Verdes, Mirador delRio, Jardin de Cactus, Mountain de Fuego, Fundacion Manrique
 
Markets(Teguise Sunday Market): Crowds are drawn to this large open air Sunday marketin the historical town of Teguise to find charming local creations and greatbargains on unique souvenirs
 
Boating: Take tours of the island by sea and maybeeven spot a dolphin! Catamarans, yatchs, andferries all departing from Puerta del Carmen, Playa Blanca, and Puero Calero.

 
Mirador delrio to get a panoramic view of the island and confirm that you are surroundedby water
 
Loshervideros: Head to El Golfo to see the water in action clashing against thevolcanoes.

 
PlayaQuemada holds the forgotten beaches that are a must see.

 

 

Nightlife:
Calle JoseAntonio in Arrecife: Get a taste of the city by bar hopping along the mainstreet in the island’s capital city, Arrefice
 
Sundaynights in Teguise: La Palmera and Garciaattract locals and visitors alike to enjoy laid back beats and finish off theweekend with a bang

 
La CuevaLagomar in Nazaret its cave has beenconverted into a museum by day and club by night and is the place to be withits unique ambience and unique design

 
SunsetFamara: This town is a surfers paradise and they all let loose at sunset tocontinue putting out the good vibes until the wee hours of the night

 
Lounges inCosta Teguise: This original tourist zone boasts classy lounges and restaurantsoffering live music in a trendy upscale atmosphere
 

 

Outdoor Excursions
Volcanohikes: to the top and inside
 
LavaTube: Put your head lamp on and followexperts through the intriguing twists and turns of a natural lava tube.

 
Desert offroading adventures- Jeep tours are offered throughout the island to tap intothe vast desert land and explore the natural hidden secrets of the island

 
Camping: With so much naturally untouched land,expansive beaches, and mild weather, a night under the stars is a perfect wayto take it all in

 
Trekkingthrough lava fields: Trails are carvedout all through the island, making it easy to explore the vast lava fields,either on your own or with the many guided tours offered

 
CamelSafari: A unique way to explore thelandscape and experiencing.

 

 

Beaches:
LaGraciosa: neighboring peaceful island with spectacular shoreline
 
Orzola:placid lagoons in the northern tip of the island

 
Famara: watch the surfers and bask in the sun at thefoot of the inspiring cliffs with views of neighboring island, La Graciosa

 
El Golfo Blacksand beaches and the mysterious “green sea” in the south

 
Papagayo: Fivewhite sand beaches tucked away between cliffs; great for swimming andsunbathing

 
PlayaHonda: Long boardwalk lined with beachesand a bike and walking path extending all along the east coast of the island

 

Arrieta and its chiringuito

 

 

Events:
Ironman Triathlon: World renowned event with some of the world’smost incredible athletes training and competing right here on the island.

 

Lava Trail.
Surf / Kitesurf / windsurf official championships: Home of World Championship WQS 6 StarChampionship; best surfers from around the world compete in the waters ofLanzarote
 

Haria Extreme

Volcano Triathlon
Costa deMusica art and music event

 

CARNAVAL!! (in March)
SummerFestivals: Each village around the island takes one week to celebrate theirpatron and have fiestas throughout the day and night.

 

 

 

Indulge
Lanzaroteis home of the Watsu (www.watsuwatsu.org)

 
Restaurantswith your feets in the water in Playa Quemada, Famara, Arrieta and El Golfo
 
Accommodation:plenty of quaint private villas by the sea and among the volcanoes, availableat impressive rates (www.villas-lanzarote.org)

 

Outdoot Yoga between the volcanoes
Wine Tours:Many bodegas with wide variety of local wines. Learn about unique methods theyfarm the volcanic land and sample the finished product.

 
Aloe: the magical plant that has more than a 100therapetic uses.