It's summer and it's a good time to start planning activities with the little ones in the house. After the effort they have made during the school year, these holidays will be a great reward.
Lanzarote is an ideal place to spend your holidays, as there are many outdoor activities that you can do here for everyone to have a great time.
Throughout this article we have prepared a selection of the most interesting ones. Write them all down because you will be interested in them.
The best activities to do with children in Lanzarote [summer 2023]
1. Visit to the Fire Mountains (Timanfaya National Park)
The Fire Mountains are one of the key points par excellence in Lanzarote, so you should not leave without trying the experience. It is the best way to enjoy the volcanic landscape of the island and admire incredible views that will not leave anyone indifferent. Not only will the children enjoy it, but it is also the perfect attraction for adults.
The approximate cost per adult is €10 and for children about €5. Keep in mind that cards are not accepted, so you must pay in cash.
Although it is true that the entire route can be done on foot, there is also the option of discovering it by bus (ideal if the children get tired). The bus option stops at some very interesting points, so you can take the best snapshots.
2. Camel ride
It is very likely that you have not yet visited by camel, and this is precisely another of the experiences that you will find in Lanzarote. This attraction is also located in the National Park; it consists of taking a walk through the slope of the Macizo de Fuego volcano.
It is made up of about 20 minutes of duration and its approximate cost is 6 euros (in the case that you have children from 3 years old, they will not have to pay admission to be able to travel with their parents).
Don't worry about the photos, as the guides will take care of taking the best snapshots so you can take a nice souvenir home.
To get to the camel station you will have to access the southern area of the mountain. Taking into account that the journey is quite extensive, the most recommended thing is to get there through a rental vehicle.
Important: it is important to book online and present the printed voucher. This way you make sure you live this magnificent experience.
3. Sailboat rental
The sea is the clear wild card for the little ones, especially if it is on the back of a boat. For them it is equivalent to a lot of fun in their free time and to be able to have a great time with many games.
The option of renting a sailboat is always on the table; in addition, it is possible to do it with a person who is in charge of its transport, so that we do not have to worry about anything more than having a great time. Do not hesitate to take a look at the SamBoat sailboat catalog to find the one that suits the needs of the trip and the budget you have.
Through the sailboat you can discover inaccessible places, such as coves, beaches and coasts. It is also the perfect plan for the little ones to discover the seabed and learn to love nature.
Seawater is characterized by its antibacterial properties, it has even been shown that sea breeze acts as a relaxing spray, so it can be an impressive source of health. Some references indicate that sailing on board reinforces the body with more than 80 trace elements (such as sodium, iodine or potassium, among many others). These elements would be involved in strengthening defenses, opening the appetite, in addition to being a good resource against colds and asthma.
Do you need any more reason to opt for renting a sailboat in Lanzarote? We guarantee that it is an experience that you will want to live!
4. The best beaches in Lanzarote
In Lanzarote there are many beaches and each of them has well-defined characteristics. Here we are going to indicate the most interesting ones:
- Playa Dorada: Playa Dorada is located in Yaiza and is considered one of the most popular in the region. The reason? It lacks nothing: restaurant services, beach bars, hammocks, showers, and much more are available.
- Playa Blanca: it is located very close to the previous one; in fact, you will not have to travel more than a promenade to get here. It is a good option for families traveling with children.
- Playa Quemada: the visit to Playa Quemada is well worth it for its volcanic composition because it seems to have been burned by the sun. It is also located in Yaiza and is not as crowded as the others; it is a good option if we are looking for a little more tranquility. In the surroundings you can find restaurants to enjoy the gastronomy of the sea.
- Playa Chica: within the area of Puerto del Carmen it is possible to find several beaches, but this is one of the most iconic. It stands out for its transparent waters, so it is very easy to see the marine fauna and flora of the place. It is also a perfect place for all those who want to practice snorkeling.
- Playa de los Pocillos: about 4.5 km from Puerto del Carmen. It also has calm and bluish waters that make it the perfect place to have a great time on a beach day.
5. Visit to Arrecife
Another place of interest to discover with children in Lanzarote is Arrecife. It is the capital of the island and here you can find some points to discover, such as the following.
- If you want to enjoy one of the most special places on the island, then you cannot miss a visit to the Charco de San Ginés. It is a natural saltwater lagoon surrounded by some fishermen's houses. You can take advantage of the visit to the lagoon to get to know the old town of the city, as well as the Puntilla neighborhood.
- Another point of interest is the Castillo de San José; it is in Puerto Naos and inside is stationed the International Museum of Contemporary Art. Of course, keep in mind that the hours are from 11:00 to 18:00 from Monday to Sunday.
6. Excursion through the Laguna de los Clicos
The Laguna de los Clicos is also located in Yaiza, in El Golfo (a fishing village). This excursion helps them to do outdoor sports, in addition to being able to appreciate a lagoon where the green tones are combined with the black sand of the beach of Los Clicos. At the same time, they also combine the reddish tones of the cliffs with the blue of the sky: in essence, a magical landscape.
The best way to appreciate this spectacle is through the Mirador located in the village of El Golfo. And if you still want to enjoy the experience more, the best time of day is sunrise or sunset.
Of course, you can't leave without trying the local cuisine in one of the many restaurants in the area.
7. Exploring Isla La Graciosa
The Isla de la Graciosa is located in the Chinijo archipelago and the only way to get there is by boat. Discovering it will be like traveling back in time to a simpler era, and that is that here there are no paved streets. The only thing you can find are 4 x 4 taxis to go to the points of interest in the area (such as the beaches of La Cocina and La Francesa).
It is another interesting place for those looking for some peace from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The beaches stand out for their turquoise crystalline color and for not being too saturated (although it will also depend on the month in which you make the trip).
8. Knowing the caves of Los Hervideros
Los Hervideros is another of the most famous attractions of Lanzarote. They receive that name because they are the result of the extreme cooling to which the lava is subjected when it emerges from the interior of the earth through the volcanoes. This is how it creates all kinds of geological accidents, such as arches, caves, passageways or other elements between which the sea water is filtered.
Some of these cavities are large enough to be able to look out over them and obtain incredible images of the environment, with the sea in all its splendor and the white foam hitting the rocks.
With this list of the 8 best activities to do with children in Lanzarote in the summer of 2023 you will surely not get bored for a moment. And you still have a lot to discover.
