Geography Trips to Lanzarote

Timanfaya & the Volcanic Coast – Fully Guided Day

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Experience the devilish terrain and dramatic landscapes of Lanzarote’s number one attraction - Timanfaya National Park. The lava beds are seen on both sides of the road as you approach the Fire Mountain and the scenery becomes more reminiscent of the surface of the moon with lava formations and volcanic craters.

Demonstrations will show you the violent forces beneath the earth’s crust, proving that the volcano is not extinct, only dormant, before a 40 minute guided coach tour of the parks volcanic highlights.

Students love the short camel ride which will take students in pairs over the volcanic dunes, which lie at the entrance to the Timanfaya National Park.

You will also explore the coastline, passing by the colourful Salt Flats of Janubio, and stopping at the dramatic rocky inlet of Los Hervideros (‘the boiling ones’) with its crashing waves and intriguing blowholes, where the Timanfaya lava meets the Atlantic Ocean.

When stopping in El Golfo village your guide will escort you to see the Green Lagoon known as “El Charco de los Clicos” connected to the sea through underground cracks, yet green due to the large number of plant organisms in the water.

Your coach will make a stop in the beautiful village of Yaiza, which has received several prizes for its conservation, before you pass through the beautiful vineyard area of La Geria. Examine the traditional method of grape growing in this volcanic area and take a short guided tour of a 17th century winery.

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Geographical Gems of the North – Fully Guided Day

An action packed day full of spectacular sites for geographers and geologists in the North of this compact Island. Together with your guide, travel through the town of Haria, sitting in a lush green valley and known as the ‘Valley of 100 Palm trees’ due to its contrast to the desert like conditions of the rest of Lanzarote.

The first stop is the spectacular 479m high viewpoint of Mirador del Río. From the tourist centre at summit of the Famara mountain range you’ll have a magnificent panoramic view of the 3 islands known collectively as ‘Archipiélago Chinijo’ Europe’s largest Marine Reserve.  

Back on the coach, your next stop will be at an “Aloe” plantation farm, which has seen a boom in production and trade here. Witness a demonstration of the farming and growth of Aloe Vera as a health product and how it is now exported worldwide.

You will then visit 2 popular attractions which are actually part of the same 4 mile volcanic tunnel, formed as a result of a series of eruptions of La Corona Volcano 3,000 to 5,000 years ago.  First is ‘Jameos del Agua’, spectacularly enhanced by Cesar Manrique, a famous local artist. The sites have both natural and man-made swimming pools as well as an auditorium built into the cave. 

A species of indigenous blind albino crab can also be seen here and Geographers will be very interested in the 'House of Volcanoes’ on site which contains numerous exhibits about volcanology in the region. The second visits, also part of the same volcanic tunnel is only a 5 minute coach journey away and is known as “Cueva de los Verdes”. This part of the lava tube, known as the Tunnel of Atlantis hosts a fascinating underground tour, with a surprise ending to wow your students!  

Afterwards, you can chose to add on a visit to the Cesar Manrique Foundation –a magnificent building which used to be his old studio-home that impressively combines the volcanic rock with his unique architecture as he used the natural formation of five volcanic bubbles to create his rooms.

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Teguise Market & Cesar Manrique’s Foundation

(Sundays) 

Take the chance to do some serious shopping at one of the biggest outdoor markets in Spain – Teguise market. Teguise was Lanzarote’s capital until 1852 and is famed for its Sunday stall-fest. Over 360 stands cram into its pretty plaza and cobbled streets, selling a plethora of suitable souvenirs, clothing and food,  all in a carnival atmosphere by Canarian dancers and panpipe bands. When you want a breather from browsing, Teguise is well worth a look with its pretty churches, or visit a pavement café.

Afterwards, if you haven’t already been, you will have the chance to visit the Cesar Manrique Foundation –a magnificent building which used to be his old studio-home that impressively combines the volcanic rock with his unique architecture as he used the natural formation of five volcanic bubbles to create his rooms.

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Timanfaya & the Volcanic Coast – Fully Guided Day

• View on Map

Experience the devilish terrain and dramatic landscapes of Lanzarote’s number one attraction - Timanfaya National Park. The lava beds are seen on both sides of the road as you approach the Fire Mountain and the scenery becomes more reminiscent of the surface of the moon with lava formations and volcanic craters.

Demonstrations will show you the violent forces beneath the earth’s crust, proving that the volcano is not extinct, only dormant, before a 40 minute guided coach tour of the parks volcanic highlights.

Students love the short camel ride which will take students in pairs over the volcanic dunes, which lie at the entrance to the Timanfaya National Park.

You will also explore the coastline, passing by the colourful Salt Flats of Janubio, and stopping at the dramatic rocky inlet of Los Hervideros (‘the boiling ones’) with its crashing waves and intriguing blowholes, where the Timanfaya lava meets the Atlantic Ocean.

When stopping in El Golfo village your guide will escort you to see the Green Lagoon known as “El Charco de los Clicos” connected to the sea through underground cracks, yet green due to the large number of plant organisms in the water.

Your coach will make a stop in the beautiful village of Yaiza, which has received several prizes for its conservation, before you pass through the beautiful vineyard area of La Geria. Examine the traditional method of grape growing in this volcanic area and take a short guided tour of a 17th century winery.

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Geographical Gems of the North – Fully Guided Day

An action packed day full of spectacular sites for geographers and geologists in the North of this compact Island. Together with your guide, travel through the town of Haria, sitting in a lush green valley and known as the ‘Valley of 100 Palm trees’ due to its contrast to the desert like conditions of the rest of Lanzarote.

The first stop is the spectacular 479m high viewpoint of Mirador del Río. From the tourist centre at summit of the Famara mountain range you’ll have a magnificent panoramic view of the 3 islands known collectively as ‘Archipiélago Chinijo’ Europe’s largest Marine Reserve.  

Back on the coach, your next stop will be at an “Aloe” plantation farm, which has seen a boom in production and trade here. Witness a demonstration of the farming and growth of Aloe Vera as a health product and how it is now exported worldwide.

You will then visit 2 popular attractions which are actually part of the same 4 mile volcanic tunnel, formed as a result of a series of eruptions of La Corona Volcano 3,000 to 5,000 years ago.  First is ‘Jameos del Agua’, spectacularly enhanced by Cesar Manrique, a famous local artist. The sites have both natural and man-made swimming pools as well as an auditorium built into the cave. 

A species of indigenous blind albino crab can also be seen here and Geographers will be very interested in the 'House of Volcanoes’ on site which contains numerous exhibits about volcanology in the region. The second visits, also part of the same volcanic tunnel is only a 5 minute coach journey away and is known as “Cueva de los Verdes”. This part of the lava tube, known as the Tunnel of Atlantis hosts a fascinating underground tour, with a surprise ending to wow your students!  

Afterwards, you can chose to add on a visit to the Cesar Manrique Foundation –a magnificent building which used to be his old studio-home that impressively combines the volcanic rock with his unique architecture as he used the natural formation of five volcanic bubbles to create his rooms.

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Teguise Market & Cesar Manrique’s Foundation

(Sundays) 

Take the chance to do some serious shopping at one of the biggest outdoor markets in Spain – Teguise market. Teguise was Lanzarote’s capital until 1852 and is famed for its Sunday stall-fest. Over 360 stands cram into its pretty plaza and cobbled streets, selling a plethora of suitable souvenirs, clothing and food,  all in a carnival atmosphere by Canarian dancers and panpipe bands. When you want a breather from browsing, Teguise is well worth a look with its pretty churches, or visit a pavement café.

Afterwards, if you haven’t already been, you will have the chance to visit the Cesar Manrique Foundation –a magnificent building which used to be his old studio-home that impressively combines the volcanic rock with his unique architecture as he used the natural formation of five volcanic bubbles to create his rooms.

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Aqualava Waterpark Day

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Ideal sized school groups and well contained, there are a choice of modern slides, rapids and a wave pool. We include your lunch in this day with a range of popular options. We arrange lockers to shares and you will receive a free photo of your group on site. The park is watched over by life guards and there are free sun loungers!

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Bowling

A popular way to spend the evenings, our group can bowl at the Leisure Centre Santa Rosa which also has crazy golf on site, and is open every day.  We can pre-book your slot for you.

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Rancho Texas Country Night

Step into the Wild West for a great night out. Take your seat and enjoy the famous western style BBQ buffet. Then it’s party time in true western style with colourful dance demonstrations, comedy, a whip and lasso show and then dance the night away to the Texas bandits. This famous western-style night out is a must. A highly enjoyable evening with BBQ food, soft drinks and a range of entertainment included.

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Aqualava Waterpark Day

• View on Map

Ideal sized school groups and well contained, there are a choice of modern slides, rapids and a wave pool. We include your lunch in this day with a range of popular options. We arrange lockers to shares and you will receive a free photo of your group on site. The park is watched over by life guards and there are free sun loungers!

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Bowling

A popular way to spend the evenings, our group can bowl at the Leisure Centre Santa Rosa which also has crazy golf on site, and is open every day.  We can pre-book your slot for you.

Enquire about this trip

Rancho Texas Country Night

Step into the Wild West for a great night out. Take your seat and enjoy the famous western style BBQ buffet. Then it’s party time in true western style with colourful dance demonstrations, comedy, a whip and lasso show and then dance the night away to the Texas bandits. This famous western-style night out is a must. A highly enjoyable evening with BBQ food, soft drinks and a range of entertainment included.

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