Where is Lanzarote located and what to do in one week?

Lanzarote Guide PDF

Where is lanzarote located? Lanzarote is a Spanish island of the Canary Islands, the local currency is the Euro and local prices are average.

Lanzarote is a volcanic island that forms part of the Canary Islands, an archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwestern coast of Africa. More precisely, it lies northeast of the main Canary Islands, approximately 125 kilometres west of Morocco.
Characterised by a unique landscape, Lanzarote boasts spectacular rock formations, breathtaking sand, and a variety of natural ecosystems. The volcanic influence is evident in many parts of the island, with lunar landscapes, volcanic cones, and lava tunnels adding a distinctive charm to the environment.

There are many what to do in Lanzarote: In this itinerary these are the main things not to miss: the black rocks, the volcanoes, the wineries, the museums, the botanical gardens, and the underground caves.

Temperatures in Lanzarote

The weather in Lanzarote is warm and sunny all year round.

January and February are excellent months to relax. March blooms with daisies and in April you might want to wear warmer clothes for an evening outdoor cocktail. June, July and August are the hottest and busiest months of the year. When we went in September the weather was very mild, not many tourists and the sea just perfect for a dip. From October till December there can be occasional showers even though the sea temperature never goes below 20ºC.

Lanzarote is named after the italian navigator Lanzerotto Malocello who discovered the island in 1312. Arrecife is the capital of the island. Its airport serves frequent direct flights from destinations all over Europe.

This island of the Canaries offers unique experiences and unforgettable memories.

The capital of Lanzarote is Arrecife and the spoken language is Spanish.

Where to stay

If you have A CAR at your disposal, the entire island is wonderful and perfect for your vacation (except for Arrecife).
If you don’t have a car, we recommend staying in PUERTO DEL CARMEN, where you will find the most amenities.
If you opt for the winter period, we suggest PLAYA BLANCA, as it is the warmest spot on the island.

You will find many useful pieces of information in the online guide (also available as a PDF) that you can find below:

Luxury CATAMARAN EXCURSION to the Papagayo beaches, including lunch and round-trip hotel transport.