TREKKING & WALKING IN LANZAROTE

Few holidaymakers realise that Lanzarote has more to offer than just beaches and sunshine. The extraordinary landscape and rugged terrain make it a fascinating place for trekking. Serious walkers may find other islands more challenging, but ramblers will be in their element on Lanzarote.

You can join an organised tour to explore the island, or you can simply create your own unique experience. A trip over to La Graciosa, the small island at the northern tip of Lanzarote, is well worth it.

Here you can walk from one side of the island to the other in around an hour or under, or even walk around the whole perimeter of the island on your day trip. You will be met with the most exquisite beaches and clear views to the other small islets of Alegranza and Montaña Clara.

Trekking round the island is really the best way to see it, and to explore all the different terrains that exist here, from the gentle rolling hills to the dramatic cliff edges. A great walk is to discover the coves and beaches of Papagayo in the south of the island near to Playa Blanca, which mostly can only be accessed on foot.