Best Things To Do In Lanzarote With Kids

During your trip to Lanzarote with children, you may wonder what are the best things to do on the island so that they don't get bored. In this sense, you will be pleased to know that there are many activities that will be interesting both for the little ones and for you. So, having fun as a family won't be a problem.

Children can learn about volcanic faults while they have fun exploring a real moon field. They can also learn about the marine fauna in the island's aquarium and dive into the crystal-clear waters of the beaches located in the southern or northern region for a safe swim. Older children can learn to surf, snorkel and scuba dive for a real marine adventure.

If you want to make the most of your 3 day stay in Lanzarote with children, then you'll want to spend at least half a day visiting Timanfaya.

This is a protected national park, where the little ones can learn and have fun. For this reason, an excursion to Timanfaya in Lanzarote should not be missing on your list.

Also, keep in mind that here, children will enjoy a reduced entrance fee and may even get in for free.

For example, if your little one is under 7 years old, they will get in for free, but if they are between 7 and 11 years old, you will have to pay half the general price, that is, 6€.

There is also a Visitor Centre inside the park, which is free for children and adults.

Bus tour

After passing through the ticket office and paying the entrance fee (reduced or full), you will be able to go to where the buses are, ready to take you on a tour of the park.

Certainly, this is another reason why you won't have to worry about taking the little ones, as the ride won't be hard on them.

For 45 minutes you and the kids will ride around the park in a comfortable seat, sheltered from the sun and enjoying the volcanic scenery.

Of course, you will occasionally get off the bus at the established stops to be in contact with nature, explore a bit, appreciate the environment in detail and take pictures.

Visitor centre

In the visitor centre children will be able to watch some projections (Timanfaya, National Park, Fire Mountains, Diaporama: Timanfaya and Lanzarote).

They will also have access to the simulation room, where they will learn about the eruption process and the experience lived by the people of Lanzarote during these natural events.

You can also buy souvenirs in the shop and contemplate the landscape from the viewpoints and the walkway.

Practical information

• Price: average price 12 euros (adults), 6 euros (7 to 11 year olds) and children under 7 free. Visitor Centre (free for adults and children).
• Opening hours: Monday to Friday (9:00 am to 4:30 pm).
• Where: Timanfaya National Park.

Camel riding is one of the things you can't leave out of your 4 day itinerary in Lanzarote, especially if you are visiting the island with children.

Without a doubt, this is going to be a unique and fun experience for them. They will be able to be part of a caravan, like the ones they usually see in films or children's stories.

The ride lasts approximately 30 minutes and you can hire it at the well-known camel shed, just outside the ticket office of the Timanfaya National Park.

There, you have to pay an average price of 12€ per person and if your little one is under 4 years old, he/she will participate for free in the activity. However, you will have to carry him sitting on your lap.

During this walk, you will walk along different routes: Timanfaya, Laguna Verde, Hervideros, Geria, among others. Whatever the case may be, you will enjoy a desert and volcanic landscape that, from the children's perspective, will surely transport them to a lunar scenario, due to the craters and contrast of colours in the environment.

Practical information

• Price: average price 12 euros and free for children under 4 years old.
• Timetable: daily from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
• Where: Camel drop-off point (outside Timanfaya National Park).

The beach is always a good option for children. There, they will be able to lie on the sand to play with it and run around freely while exploring the environment and the peculiarities of these volcanic beaches.

They will also have the opportunity to enjoy the best water activities: kayaking, snorkelling and scuba diving with the other members of the family.

Undoubtedly, an experience that the little ones will love and will allow them to create good memories of the trip.

Among the most recommended beaches for children are the following:

• Jablillo Beach: ideal for swimming with children as there are no waves. They will be able to snorkel and explore among the rocks with low water, to discover some marine species.
• Playa Chica: this is a small family beach, there are no waves, the waters are calm and the tide is generally low, allowing the little ones to explore safely. There are also a number of kiosks offering children's menus.
• Playa Blanca: Here children can swim without fear, as the bottom is shallow. Moreover, the waters are calm due to the two tongues of lava that surround the beach.

On the other hand, if your child is a surf enthusiast and dreams of sliding on a board, then this trip will be the perfect opportunity for you to fulfil his or her dream.

The best option is to take a trip to La Graciosa from Lanzarote and, there, go to one of the schools that offer surfing lessons.

The child will be able to learn safely and under the guidance of a professional. On the way to the island, the little one will experience a real adventure as they board the ferry used for the transfer.

After visiting the best beaches of Lanzarote and observing some colourful fish and other species, the children will surely want to continue learning more about the marine life.

If so, the Aquarium of Lanzarote offers underwater tunnels, touch pools where they can feed some animals and hundreds of aquatic species, distributed in a total of 33 aquariums.

What to see at the Aquarium

Children will be amazed by the variety of predators (sharks) in the underwater tunnel. They will also enjoy the colourful clown fish, which will surely remind them of the friendly protagonist of the animated film "Finding Nemo".

You will also be able to see the famous balloon fish, tigers and goldfish, fire dragons, jellyfish and the blind hermit crabs.

Another of the Aquarium's attractions is the popular Lurdita. This is a die-cut turtle that will teach children a great lesson and make adults think about the damage caused to the environment.

This marine reptile lost its front legs because of a plastic waste vine, was rescued and is now protected by the aquarium.

Finally, there are the touch aquariums, where you can live a unique experience together with the children. You will have the opportunity to touch some sea cucumbers, sea urchins and other species. All this under the supervision of the on-site staff.

Practical information

• Price: average price 15 euros (adults) and 10 euros (children).
• Opening hours: from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
• Where: Aquarium of Lanzarote, in the town of Teguise.

A fun option for children of all ages is Aqualava, a themed water park with slides, special games for the little ones and other activities that will guarantee fun for the whole family.

Here you will find several pools with different depth levels and the Corsario Bay attraction , aimed at the enjoyment of the little ones in the house. Here they can slide down ramps that will not cover them too much, so safety is guaranteed.

The park also has attractions for older children, with a minimum height of 1.20 metres. This is Timanfire, a system of slides that offers a thrilling, adrenaline-fuelled experience.

Then there is the Magma river, where the whole family can go on a ride together. Of course, here children must use floats.

On the other hand, Aqualava Beach stands out , where the marine experience can be taken to another level. This saltwater pool has artificial waves, so that everyone can get on a surfboard and ride as if they were on the beach.

Practical information

• Price: from 22 euros (adults) and 15 euros (children).
• Timetable: from 10:00 to 18:00.
• Where: Aqualava water park in Playa Blanca.

Spending 5 days in Lanzarote with children will allow you to discover a series of places with fun attractions, where both the little ones and you will live unique experiences.

Such is the case of Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park, where you will find birds of prey, domestic and exotic birds, mammals and reptiles.

In this theme park children under 3 years of age enter free of charge and up to 12 years of age pay a reduced entrance fee. In fact, the activities offered daily are largely designed so that children can share them with their parents. This way, neither you nor they will be bored:

• Pony rides: children will be able to feel like cowboys on these friendly four-legged animals.
• See dolphins and interact with them: ideal if your little ones are enthusiastic about these animals. Certainly one of the best experiences to see dolphins in Lanzarote. In addition, the experience includes contact with sea lions.
• Environmental classroom: thanks to 4k technology, children will learn in an interactive way all about marine life, botany and the natural environment in general.
• Slides: perfect for cooling off and relaxing in a beautiful pool with the children. They can also slide down some of the slides and have fun under some of the water fountains.
• Bird shows: throughout the day you will have the opportunity to watch some bird shows, offered by the park's trainers.

Practical information

• Price: from 36 euros (adults) and 24 euros (children).
• Hours: from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.
• Where: Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park in Puerto del Carmen.

When visiting Jameos del Agua in Lanzarote, children will experience the feeling that they are participating in a search for hidden treasure.

And, in fact, from the very first moment, children will be able to discover an environment unlike anywhere else on the island.

During a visit to Jameos del Agua, children learn that it is possible to modify a natural flaw to provide an artificial setting without affecting the existing flora and fauna in the area.

What to see at Jameos de Agua

In this place, children will be able to see a species of crustacean that is unique in the world. This is the jameitos, which are blind albino crabs in danger of extinction.

There is also the lagoon of water filtered from the sea, which is right next to the central auditorium, where you will also see some ferns and vegetation characteristic of this area.

Afterwards, you can go up some stairs and find a beautiful natural pool, where you can take many photographs with the children. There is also a restaurant with a special menu for the little ones. They will be able to eat with the family while enjoying the surroundings.

Practical information

• Price: from 10 euros (adults) and 6 euros (children from 7 to 12).
• Opening hours: from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
• Where: Jameos de Agua, in Arrecife.

Lanzarote has so many activities, tours and day trips to share with the kids during your stay that the little ones will definitely not have a chance to get bored.

A good example of this is the submarine experience, to explore the bottom of the ocean and see marine life up close. All this, without getting wet, in a safe, educational and fun way for children.

The activity takes place in Puerto Calero and has a reduced price for children between 2 and 14 years old.

During the approximately 1 hour experience, both you and the little ones will get into a submarine with 22 portholes, which dives to a depth of 30 metres, from where they will be able to enjoy the marine environment.

During the dive they will be able to see eels, breams, groupers, rays and much more. In addition, the specialised guide will tell you the history of the different species.

Practical information

• Price: from 59 euros (adults) and 39 euros (children).
• Timetable: from 11:00 am.
• Where: Puerto Calero.

If you plan to be in Lanzarote for 7 days or more with children, you might consider including an excursion to Fuerteventura in your itinerary.

This neighbouring island is home to the Parque Natural Dunas de Corralejo, a small-scale desert stretching for at least 8 kilometres.

There, the little ones can run around freely and do somersaults on this sea of sand, while you enjoy this peculiar environment, do yoga, relax and take photographs. Fun is guaranteed.

To get there, you have to take a ferry from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura, which will certainly be an aquatic adventure for the kids. When you arrive on the island, you can start the route to the Parque Natural Dunas de Corralejo on your own.

However, it is best to book a buggy or bus tour, to ensure the comfort of the children and to discover other nearby destinations with volcanoes, cliffs and valleys.

Practical information

• Price: free admission.
• Time: any time of day.
• Where: Fuerteventura.

The Marina Rubicón flea market is another destination for children to enjoy during their visit to Lanzarote, as every month there are special activities for the little ones: open-air cinema with animated films, diving lessons, among others.

As for you, you can buy some souvenirs of your trip: handicrafts, sweets and traditional food, wines grown in ashes and natural treatments based on the aloe vera plant, among others.

Just go to the Marina Rubicón Marina in the southern region of Lanzarote. There, every Wednesday and Saturday of the year, this colourful market with dozens of shops is set up from 9:00 to 14:00 hours.

Also, if you wish, you can take advantage of the fact that you are at the pier to go on a boat tour of Lanzarote. You and the kids are sure to enjoy it.

Practical information

• Price: free admission.
• Opening hours: Wednesdays and Saturdays (9am-2pm).
• Where: Marina Rubicón.