Lanzarote Destination Information
Not all sunbaked islands look the same - and Lanzarote is more different than most. At first
glance, this intriguing landfall off the north coast of Africa looks like a little slice of
heaven and hell with its gnarled, twisted lava fields softened by a frill of silky smooth
sands. Certainly, away from the bright, buzzing resorts of the coast there's a strange,
other-worldy atmosphere at play here - especially in the island's volcanic heartland, where
centuries of successive eruptions has left a landscape of eerie beauty, and one which
positively begs to be explored. If you're after a touch of spectacle with your sand dunes, you
simply have to visit Lanzarote.
Less than a hundred miles from the coastline of north west Africa, Lanzarote forms part of the
Canary islands archipelago - but holidays to Lanzarote offer an experience that is a world
apart from its near neighbours. The popularity of package holidays to Lanzarote has presented
families and couples with a brace of modern resorts - most facing immaculate pale sand beaches,
backed by the ochre coloured mountains. Try Costa Teguise for a relaxing family-focused sojourn
in the sun, or Puerto del Carmen for a livelier, sport and sightseeing based holiday (the
resort's fascinating old town complex shows there was life here before us tourists descended on
the island).
Ultimately, though, despite plenty of good-natured bars and excellent watersports
opportunities, Lanzarote holidays are for those seeking out natural, striking landscapes, wide
uninterrupted horizons, peaceful strolls across soft sands and simple, delicious seafood
dishes.
Whatever you come to Lanzarote in search of, one destination you must visit is the island's
chief attraction, the Timanfaya Natural Park. For a whistle-stop tour of the island's turbulent
history this place can't be beaten. But this is a museum like no other. Instead of dusty
exhibits, your guide vividly brings the explosive power of the islands to life - the ground
here is so hot, dry twigs thrown into cauldrons in the ground catch fire
immediately.
The longest Volcanic Tunnel in the world, the Atlantida Tunnel cuts into this lunar-like
landscape for over 7 km. Take time to explore La Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua, both
of which are uncanny, even spooky, glimpses into the turbulent forces that created our planet
millions of years ago.
Jaw-dropping landscapes, subtle, high-rise-free resorts and world-class beaches. Family holidays to
Lanzarote offer an explosive combination of attractions.
Costa Teguise
Matagorda
Playa Blanca
Puerto Calero
Puerto Del Carmen
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