There is a wide range of leisure
activities in Lanzarote,
offering something for everybody:
Have you ever
fished sharks for sport? Fishing
boats leave daily to take you out to sea where you can
entertain yourself with sport fishing.
Or do you prefer to be just comfortably
taken across the sea on a boat excursion? Most boats sail
from Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca or Puerto Calero,
passing along the southern coast of our island.
But there are also boat trips in the
North of the island, leaving from Órzola to the
islets of La Graciosa and Alegranza.
Furthermore, you can sail on a catamaran or a genuine
two-masted fore-and-aft schooner - a pirate ship that
you will leave a real pirate!
Or what about diving into Lanzarote's marine world without
getting wet? Just get on the mini 'Yellow Submarine' and
watch through glass panes the fauna and flora of the sea.
Both experienced surfers
and beginners can choose from a wide range of offers of
equipment rentals, lessons, etc. The best surfing conditions
are found on Lanzarote's northern and north-eastern coastal
strips.
For scuba divers, the
sea around Lanzarote is paradise! It is famous for its
diverse, fascinating marine life. Being of volcanic origin,
the bizarre seabed houses a great variety of plant and
animal life. The extensive flora and fauna can be perfectly
watched in the marvellously clear water.
Different centres offer diving courses of high quality,
rent out the necessary diving equipment and inform you
about the best areas for diving.
Golf fans will be rather
taken with Lanzarote. Thanks to the constantly warm climate,
golf can be played here the whole year round. The 18-hole
golf course of Costa Teguise was opened in 1978. A further
one is being created in Playa Blanca; and there is a driving
range in Puerto del Carmen.
Furthermore, there are guided hiking
tours, including the clambering through volcanic caves,
climbing of mountains, or walking over the volcanic area
along the coast of the national park 'Timanfaya'.
There are numerous bike rentals for those
who love biking. Most have special
maps for their customers, containing specific details
of the tours to make and the sights to see.
Or enjoy floating through the air with a
hang-glider. However, better follow
the information by insiders on the suitable slopes!
Take pleasure in the beauty of our Island's
landscape while riding a horse! Excursions,
lessons, and coach trips are offered in Puerto del Carmen
and Uga.
What about go-karting?
Two carting- tracks, one in San Bartolomé and an
other one in Puerto del Carmen take will provide you with
exciting fun.
See: Gran
Karting Club Lanzarote
And those who would like to experience the
normally inaccessible places of Lanzarote should join
in a jeep safari and discover the
secluded, deserted spots of our beautiful island.
National parks: For
old and young alike, the 'Guinate Tropical Park' in Máguez
is a real experience. More than 1.300 birds and other
exotic animals can be observed here.
The 'Pardelas Park' in Órzola offers children and
young people of all ages the contact with the local fauna
and flora within a protected environment.
If you then have any energy left
over, in the evening you can try to hit the jackpot in
Puerto del Carmen's Casino in a pleasant
atmosphere.
And night life in the
tourist resorts has got what it takes! In the numerous
establishments, you can choose between live music of any
style: from rock 'n' roll over soul music, jazz, rumba
and flamenco up to Canarian folk music. For long nights,
the many discos offer the latest sounds into the early
morning.
This list only gives suggestions and does
not expect to be considered as a complete guide to Lanzarote's
tourist attractions.
Translated by: Breslau
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