In the volcanic heart of the island of Lanzarote, a world created from fire and rock awaits adventurers ready to immerse themselves in the very essence of nature.
Welcome to the Timanfaya Natural Park, a landscape where volcanoes guard their secrets with an imposing majesty.
Here are the best tours and points of interest:
The 6 best guided tours in Timanfaya National Park
As the wind whispers through the cracks in the rocks the echoes of an age of fire and fury, each step reveals a new geological wonder. Feel it in your flesh by booking a guided tour of Timanfaya:
1. Tour of the volcanic craters of the Timanfaya National Park
Explore the volcanic craters of Timanfaya National Park on a half-day tour of the beautiful island of Lanzarote. Admire the breathtaking scenery and learn about volcanic formation. Enjoy a camel ride and discover the production of geothermal energy. Visit the picturesque village of Yaiza and marvel at the Fire Mountains. Learn about the history of this amazing place and how volcanic eruptions have influenced people’s lives. The tour includes entrance to the park, a tour guide and transfers in an air-conditioned bus.
2. Excursion to Timanfaya and Jameos del Agua
Explore the stunning volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote with this full day excursion to Timanfaya National Park and the famous Jameos del Agua. Discover the fascinating Charco de los Clicos and the volcanic craters in Timanfaya, where you can witness demonstrations of the force of nature. Enjoy an optional camel ride and taste the region’s exquisite wines in La Geria. Also, visit the amazing Jameos del Agua, designed by César Manrique. The tour includes transport, English speaking guide, entrance fees and a glass of wine.
3. 1 day excursion to Timanfaya National Park
Day trip to the Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote. Discover unique volcanic landscapes as you explore the park, known for being a film set. Witness geothermal demonstrations and hike the impressive Ruta de los Volcanes. Enjoy stops at iconic sites such as El Golfo and Lago Verde. In addition, visit a winery in La Geria, famous for its vineyards and unique cultivation techniques. The excursion includes an official guide, entrance to the park, stops at outstanding places and free time for lunch.
4. Timanfaya volcanoes & caves tour with lunch
Day tour to the impressive volcanoes and caves of Timanfaya in Lanzarote. Explore the Timanfaya National Park, walk among the volcanic craters and feel the heat of the earth. Visit El Golfo and its famous green lagoon, a film set. Taste award-winning wine at a bodega in La Geria. Also, explore the fascinating volcanic tunnel and caves of Los Jameos del Agua. The tour includes transport, official guide, park entrance, lunch and wine tasting.
5. Hiking in the Natural Park of the Volcanoes
Hiking route through the Natural Park of the Volcanoes in Lanzarote. Explore the landscapes shaped by lava, walking between calderas, craters and lava tunnels. Discover the contrasting colours of the terrain, from ochre to deep black. Learn about the natural formation of volcanoes and marvel at the unique beauty of this environment. The tour includes hotel pick-up, transport, English speaking guide, energy bar, fruit and mineral water. An unforgettable experience in the middle of the impressive volcanic nature of Lanzarote.
6. 5 h tour to Timanfaya National Park
A 5 hour tour through the stunning volcanic landscape of Lanzarote. Explore Timanfaya National Park, visit vineyards and marvel at the enchanting Charco Verde. The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, avoiding queues at the ticket office. Learn about geothermal energy and the unique methods of growing grapes on volcanic soils. Admire the imposing Fire Mountains and extensive lava fields. The tour is guided in English and Spanish, in an air-conditioned bus.
Comparative summary table:
| Excursion | Duration | Highlights | Includes | Pickup Service | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Tour of the volcanic craters of Timanfaya National Park | 1/2 day | Volcanic craters, camel ride, geothermal energy production | Park entrance, tour guide, bus transfers | Yes | Price |
| 2. Excursion to Timanfaya and Jameos del Agua | 1 day | Timanfaya, Jameos del Agua, Charco de los Clicos, vineyards in La Geria | Transportation, Spanish-speaking guide, tickets, glass of wine | Yes | Price |
| 3. 1-day tour of Timanfaya National Park | 1 day | Timanfaya, El Golfo, Route of the Volcanoes, visit to a winery in La Geria | Official guide, park entrance, stops at key locations, free time for lunch | No | Price |
| 4. Timanfaya volcanoes and caves tour with lunch | 1 day | Timanfaya, volcanic caves and tunnels, wine tasting, Jameos del Agua | Transportation, official guide, park entrance, lunch, wine tasting | Yes | Price |
| 5. Hiking in the Natural Park of the Volcanoes | 3-6 hours | Landscapes shaped by lava, calderas, craters, lava tunnels | Hotel pickup, transportation, Spanish-speaking guide, energy bar, fruit, mineral water | Yes | Price |
| 6. 5-hour tour of the volcanic craters of Timanfaya | 5 hours | Timanfaya, vineyards, Charco Verde, Fire Mountains, lava fields | Hotel pickup and return, Spanish and English-speaking guide, air-conditioned bus transportation | Yes | Price |
What to see on your visit to Timanfaya?
These volcanic structures and buildings offer a unique opportunity to understand and admire the magnificence of volcanic activity in Timanfaya. To explore them is to enter a fascinating world of geological formations that have shaped the landscape of the region:
The most outstanding geological structures of Timanfaya
Hornitos
They are small eruptive vents through which lava and gases were expelled without forming large volcanic edifices.
One of the most outstanding hornitos in the Timanfaya National Park is the “Manto de la Virgen”.
Volcanic tubes
They are volcanic tunnels of varying lengths, originating from fluid lava flows that solidified on the surface and continued to flow inside, creating underground rivers of lava.
Sometimes, part of the roof of these tubes collapses, forming the so-called “jameos”.
Sea of lavas
Refers to extensive surfaces covered with lavas of different types. The “aa” lavas are viscous and on cooling form a rough, rough surface called “malpais”.
On the other hand, the “pahoe-hoe” lavas are more fluid and have a smooth surface or some roughness that forms the “stringers”.
Slag cones
The scoria cones at Timanfaya are volcanic structures formed during explosive eruptions.
Resulting from 18th and 19th century eruptions, these cones of solidified lava accumulate around the eruptive vents, creating conical mounds that are part of the fascinating geology of Timanfaya National Park.
Geyser
The Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote is home to a unique natural phenomenon: geysers. These hot springs periodically emit columns of hot water and steam.
The spectacle occurs when water comes into contact with an underground magma chamber, creating temperatures of up to 200 degrees Celsius.
The most outstanding volcanic buildings of Timanfaya
Fire Mountains
Also known as the Timanfaya Massif, it is a polygenic volcanic edifice with a complex system of craters and manifestations of geothermal anomalies.
High geothermal temperatures can be experienced here, reaching up to 250 degrees Celsius.
Rajada Mountain
It is a polygenic volcanic edifice containing two almost concentric craters formed in different eruptive stages.
In the first crater there is a small lava lake.
Corazoncillo Caldera
It is an impressive volcanic edifice with a deep crater whose base is 33 metres below the surrounding lava field.
Its slopes of pyroclastic material exhibit exceptional beauty in terms of chromatism and texture.
Nuevo del Fuego or Chinero Volcano
It originated in the 1824 eruption and resulted in a volcanic tunnel that extends to the coast.
A large amount of volcanic material extracted from this volcano was used to build the Ruta de los Volcanes.
Timanfaya map
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The experience of visiting Timanfaya
When you enter the Timanfaya Natural Park, your senses are awakened, absorbed by the majesty of its sculptural forms. It is as if time stands still, leaving room only for an intense present.
To walk among the burning traces of ancient eruptions is to immerse oneself in an unreal world, where life itself emerges in the midst of apparent desolation. The arid soil and scorched stone become a canvas for endemic flora, brave creatures that find a home in adversity. Cacti and lichens paint this scene of contrasts with green and hope.
Each step reveals a new geological wonder, a natural sculpture that rises imposingly in front of visitors. Scoria cones stand as monuments to the earth’s creative force, while volcanic tubes whisper stories of ancient rivers of lava now resting in silence.
The wind whispers through the cracks in the rocks. It whispers echoes of a time when fire and fury built the landscape. It is a constant reminder of the immensity and fragility of human existence in the face of powerful nature.
Timanfaya Natural Park is a sanctuary of introspection and connection with the essence of life. In every corner you can breathe the magic of transformation. Here, in the bowels of the earth, is an invitation to reflect on our own existence and our relationship with the environment we inhabit.
