Sport and outdoor activities in Lanzarote
Which are Sport and Outdoor Activities you can play in Lanzarote? The island of Lanzarote is an ideal destination for those who love outdoor sports and adventure sports.
Thanks to its mild climate all year round and the variety of natural landscapes, here it is possible to practice a wide range of adventure sports.
Some of the most popular activities are surfing, wing foil, sailing and catamaran trips, and also quadbike, buggy or jet ski excursions.
Surfing
A popular destination loved by surfers, Lanzarote allows you to take your first steps in this sport or show off your skills on the blue-green waves, especially on the kilometres-long Famara Beach.
The little town next to this long beach revolves around water sports.
There are a large number of schools for surfing, kitesurfing and wing foil, where you can find help with your first steps, or the equipment you need to hire if you are already an expert.
Of course, there is no shortage of bars, eateries and small restaurants for a well-deserved break.
The long street along the beach fills up with minibuses, cars full of surfboards and people watching the shoreline from first thing in the morning, instantly transporting you into the atmosphere of those classic American surfing films.
Catamaran and sailing
If you prefer something more relaxing, a catamaran is the perfect choice.
You can board one of the sailing boats and enjoy a panoramic cruise along the Lanzarote coast.
For those who want to dive into the art of sailing, Lanzarote offers sailing schools and opportunities to try out the sport at one of the many boat clubs.
You can learn sailing techniques, and enjoy the wind in the sails and the freedom of riding the ocean waves.
Quadbike and buggy excursions
Quadbikes and buggies are a fun, adventurous way to explore the island.
Lanzarote offers a series of routes and off-road trails that will take you through breathtaking volcanic landscapes, to remote beaches and incredible panoramas.
Whether you’re a novice or an expert, these four-wheeled adventures offer an exciting experience and an opportunity to discover hidden and unexplored places on the island.
Jet ski
If you love water sports, jet skis are an exciting option.
You can speed through the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, feeling the adrenaline of riding the waves.
Lanzarote offers a range of possibilities for renting jet skis and participating in guided tours to discover the island’s beautiful marine environments.
Bikes
Lanzarote is full of perfectly paved roads dedicated solely to those who wish to enjoy the island by bicycle, in some of them bicycles have priority.
In addition, the whole island has excellent asphalt roads.
Trekking
Lanzarote is known for the thousands of volcanoes that populate it and for those who love walking and trekking there is no better place to experience it than a volcanic crater.
There are several volcanoes where you can go trekking, in some you can walk the whole crater from the top, in others you can go inside. The thrill of the wind and the charm of the volcano make the experience even more satisfying.
There are easier routes, which can be done even with children, and others are longer.
Do you want to know about all the sports activities you can do in Lanzarote?
If you book a stay at Casa Gemma, you will receive a free, comprehensive guide to all the sports activities on the island, and information on hiring equipment.
