Montaña Roja: A red volcanic cone near Playa Blanca with a short walk to the top and views over the coast and Fuerteventura. Free, best in the morning.
Timanfaya National Park (Montañas del Fuego): The volcanic heart of the island, with a bus tour through a moonscape and demonstrations of the heat just below the surface. Book ahead via cactlanzarote.com.
Camel ride near Timanfaya: A dromedary ride over the volcanic slopes, starting at the Echadero de Camellos. Usually booked on the spot.
Viewing volcanoes: The Ruta de los Volcanes and several viewpoints along the LZ-67 give great views of craters and lava fields. Stop at the pull-offs for photos.
Caldera Blanca: A hike to the rim of a large crater near Mancha Blanca, with views over Timanfaya. About two to three hours return.
Volcán El Cuervo: A short circular walk in and around a crater, with information boards along the way. An easy introduction to volcano hiking.
Bomba Volcánica de Gude: During the volcanic erruptoin of Timanfaya, a mass of of molten rock ejected, which coolded down, creating a lava bomb.
Montaña Corona: A dormant volcano in the north with a hike to the rim and fine views over the northern part of the island.
Beaches, villages and food
Playa Blanca: A relaxed resort town with a long promenade, shops and terraces. in the city centre is the small beach ‘Playa Blanca’.
Marina Rubicón: A marina with restaurants and shops, good for a stroll or dinner. A market is held here on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Info: marinarubicon.com
Playa Dorada: A sheltered, calm bay with golden sand, good for kids and snorkelling. Not far from Villa Citrus
Playas Papagayo: Beautiful bays in the Los Ajaches natural park with clear water and pale sand. There is a small entrance fee per car, paid at the gate.
Playa Mujeres: The first of the beautiful Papagayo beaches, and you can walk there straight from Villa Citrus. It’s about a 30-minute stroll: 15 minutes through the streets, then 15 minutes along a scenic off-road path. Here’s where the path begins.
Eating in Playa Quemada: A small fishing hamlet with a quiet atmosphere, ideal for a late lunch or dinner. The restaurant only take cash.
Playa de Famara: A long, cliff-backed beach that is popular with surfers and kitesurfers. Plan your visit for low tide, as the whole beach can be submerged at high tide. Take care when swimming, as currents can be strong. About a 45-minute drive from Villa Citrus.
Eating in Caleta de Famara: A laid-back fishing village with (fish) restaurants right by the water. near Playa de Famara
Coast and landscape
Las Grietas: Las Grietas (The Cracks) of Lanzarote are a huge rock formation 600 meters high formed on the slope of the Montaña Blanca volcano. https://maps.app.goo.gl/VXRthXWer22fGaVg8
El Golfo: The green lagoon (Charco de los Clicos) beside a black beach, inside a half-collapsed crater. You view it from a lookout, swimming is not allowed. https://maps.app.goo.gl/pduM34WAJSVrPkdr8
Rancho Texas: A wildlife park with a water park and shows in Puerto del Carmen, ideal with children. Tickets: ranchotexaslanzarote.com
Lagomar: A striking house built into the rock at Nazaret, once a villa and now a museum. In the evening a restaurant and cocktail bar. Tickets: lagomarlanzarote.com.
César Manrique Museum (Fundación César Manrique): His former home in Tahíche, built in and around volcanic bubbles. Info and tickets: fcmanrique.org
Jardín de Cactus: A cactus garden in a former quarry with over a thousand species. Book via cactlanzarote.com.
Market in Teguise: The big Sunday market in the island’s old capital, with stalls, food and music. Free to enter. (parking 2 euro cash) https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZcZ5SJdD6ZsBR21PA
Jameos del Agua: A lava tube with a small lake and rare white blind crabs, designed by César Manrique. Book via cactlanzarote.com.
Cueva de los Verdes: A lit underground lava tunnel explored on a guided tour. Book via cactlanzarote.com.
Mirador del Río: A cliff-top lookout with views over La Graciosa. Tickets via cactlanzarote.com.
Mirador de Famara: A viewpoint high on the Famara cliffs with breathtaking views over the Famara beach below, the village of Caleta de Famara and La Graciosa. Best at sunset, but bring a jacket, as it is often windy. https://maps.app.goo.gl/WXDCRGBeAKW2B8ag9
