This route is perfect for a day when you want to dive into the more volcanic, wild and dramatic side of Lanzarote or if you’re simply craving some time in nature and maybe a dip in the sea.

Let´s begin your day with a good breakfast. Ask Gabby to share her list of favourites. If you’re leaning towards the local side of things, Bar Cafetería El Volcán, near the Mancha Blanca market, is a great spot to start the day and get some energy for the little hike.

Try the Volcán del Cuervo hike  it’s easy, mostly flat, and takes you right into the heart of a volcanic crater. The black lava fields set against the blue sky make for incredibly photogenic scenery.

Time: around 1–1.5 hours round-trip.
Don’t forget: water, sunglasses, a hat, and maybe a small snack (some fruit or nuts).

After the walk, you could head south via Tías, but if you want a more scenic route, double back toward Mancha Blanca and take the Timanfaya road from there. It’s absolutely otherworldly, like driving on Mars.
The Visitors Centre near the park is worth a stop, especially since it tends to be quieter than the main entrance.

And what about the Timanfaya National Park itself? Is it worth it? My answer is always yes!. Unless there’s a long line of cars. If it looks too busy when you arrive, don’t worry. Come back another day, early in the morning. Lanzarote will still be here.

From Timanfaya, head down through Yaiza to the dramatic coastline of El Golfo. There are several stops worth making in this area:

• Salinas del Janubio : vast, old salt flats
• Los Hervideros: cliffs and caves where waves crash dramatically
• Charco de los Clicos: the famous green lagoon
• El Golfo village: perfect for a seafood lunch

If it’s one of those days where the sun sets early, El Golfo is also an incredible sunset spot.

Fancy a swim? There are a few options nearby:

• Playa Bermeja
• The beach near the Salinas
• Or head further south to Papagayo, where the sea turns turquoise and the sand is soft and white.

A note of caution: this part of the island is wild and unsupervised. It´s beautiful but not the place for risky swims. If the sea looks rough, just enjoy a refreshing splash waist-deep.

Still got energy? If you’re not quite ready to end the day, finish it with a drink at Lagomar. It’s a magical place; carved into volcanic rock, full of secrets and stories. But we won’t spoil it. Go see for yourself.

This route can be adapted depending on the season, the weather, and your energy levels. You could easily stretch it over two days if you prefer to take your time and remember, the beauty of Lanzarote lies not in ticking off every stop, but in letting the landscape move at your pace.