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Do you like nature and outdoor travel? In First Minute Transfer, we recommend you practice adventure sports in Lanzarote, so that you can enjoy the island to the fullest. Take note and include them in the itinerary of your next vacation!
Enjoy unique landscapes
Lanzarote is a particular island, with a different landscape than those you have seen before, and many compare with the surface of the moon. Volcanic eruptions are responsible for this scenario that attracts nature lovers.
On the island, there are many places to see, architecture and art that join in these unique landscapes. So, we recommend you make time to get to know each of these spaces. You can enjoy the work of César Manrique and the best lookout points in Lanzarote.
Adventure sports in Lanzarote are another way to enjoy the island, being in contact with nature. There are options for all tastes, even for different levels of experience.
If you like hiking, you will find simple routes that you can enjoy with your whole family. As well as more complicated ones that require a little more experience and strength.
Do you want to know the volcanoes of Lanzarote? There are routes that bring you closer to these, you can even know the interior of these.
If you prefer to enjoy water activities, you will have the opportunity to get to know the seabed by snorkelling or diving.
Volcanic formations, cliffs, caves, black sand beaches. Anyway, there is a lot to enjoy on the island and you will not regret this unique trip.
Recommendations for adventure sports
Practising any adventure sport requires physical exertion, so you must be prepared for what you will face. These are some basic recommendations for you to enjoy your plans in Lanzarote without inconvenience:
- Choose a sport you’re prepared for, and if it’s your first time, make sure you start at the easiest level. If you want to surf, for example, in Lanzarote are schools where you can take classes.
- Choose companies specialized in the activity you want to do. These will provide you with guides and all the necessary equipment for your excursions in Lanzarote.
- Rest well the day before the activity, because you will need energy and be alert.
- Follow all the recommendations and comply with the rules that the experts say to you, they are for your safety and the preservation of nature.
- Also make sure you wear all the protective equipment they provide. And pay attention to the instructions on its correct use.
- Bring food, hydration, sunglasses, comfortable clothes. In some cases, you will need a scarf to protect your face from dust and sand.
Adventure sports in Lanzarote
Lanzarote offers many activities for those looking for a trip full of adrenaline. Water sports are popular, but there are also alternatives for those who prefer to stay on land.
Next, let’s look at some options you will find on the island.
Surfing, windsurfing and kite-surfing
One of the characteristics of the island is that it is exposed to the trade winds, which are strongest in the summer. Thanks to these, there are beaches with perfect waves for surfing. That is why Lanzarote is one of the favorite islands of surfers.
If you are a beginner, you can take surf lessons in one of the schools on the island. The best place to learn is Playa Famara. While experts choose other places, such as La Santa Port, El Quemao, Caletón Blanco, among others.
In addition to surfing, you can practice windsurfing and kite-surfing, two other modalities to challenge the waves on the beaches of Lanzarote. There are also schools where you can learn these sports.
Hiking
Appreciate the island’s unique landscapes on any of the hiking trails in Lanzarote.
There are numerous routes, of different levels, from which you can choose. Some trails of low difficulty are:
- Puerto del Carmen Route.
- Montaña Colorada.
- Caldereta Mountain.
- Krater Red Mountain.
If you are looking for one of greater difficulty, you can walk the path between Playa Mujeres and Playa Blanca or visit the volcano of El Cuervo.
But the island’s most iconic route is in Timanfaya National Park.
Kayak Lanzarote
If you like water sports, you will surely enjoy kayaking in Lanzarote. There are many routes you can enjoy in calm waters. To practice kayak, it is better to go to the southern part of the island, where the water conditions are better.
One of the favourite places to kayak is the Los Ajaches Natural Monument. There are places where you can sail in a transparent boat, from which you can see towards the bottom of the sea.
Canyoning
Lanzarote also has areas where you can practice canyoning. It has unique formations that resulted from volcanic eruptions and erosion.
There are also low and medium level ravines. Some are the Tenegüime ravine, Marmejo and Las Laderas.
Buggy tour
Buggies are off-road vehicles in which you can tour the island, drive over the sand dunes, admire the volcanoes and explore hidden paths of the island. The routes are safe, and you can take the opportunity to make stops, admire the landscape and take pictures.
To do the buggy rides, you must have a valid driver’s license, so do not forget to take the document with you. In addition, wear clothes that protect you from the sun, sunglasses, closed shoes, and it is advisable to have a scarf to protect your face and hair from dust.
Diving and snorkelling
If you want to admire the underwater flora and fauna, there are also several diving spots. There are several dive companies that offer courses and dives for beginners and experts.
Snorkelling is another alternative to exploring the ocean floor. The conditions to practice this activity are good throughout the year, but the best time is between May and October.
Some places to practice snorkelling are Playa Chica, Punta de Papagayo, Playa Flamingo, Punta Jabillo, among others.
Which of these adventure sports in Lanzarote do you dare to practice? Write to us in the comment section.
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