Definitely, spending a vacation biking on Lanzarote is one of the best ways to approach routes that seem to be Martian, because of the strange and whimsical forms that the petrified lava has acquired. From Papagayo Bike we offer you the rental of mountain bikes so that you can enter this fascinating world.
We can plan these routes with you, although you can also do them on your own (always following the signs and instructions), if you have already spent your holidays on Lanzarote and you know the routes.
"Pedales de lava", this circular route between volcanoes, has five stages in which you will cycle 255 km with the rental bicycle. It can be done in 3-4 days.
You have to get to Guatiza, where you will find the impressive Cactus Garden, a botanical garden, or rather a museum, which brings together more than 10,000 cactus species collected from all continents.
From Guatiza we go to Arrieta, a fishing village where we can have lunch. Then you continue to Órzola, through the malpaís (that's how the little eroded volcanic relief is called) of the La Corona volcano, and you arrive at the Jameos del Agua, an incredible intervention by the artist César Manrique.
These are sections of a volcanic tube that were left exposed because the roof collapsed. In Órzola you take the ferry to the island La Graciosa and arrive at the port of Caleta del Sebo.
You arrive at a small village of white houses that is called Pedro Barba, and in the centre of the island is the Amarilla mountain, an extinct volcano. This is the end of the road, and you will have to walk it again in the opposite direction. You can stay one night and take the first morning ferry to Órzola.
The route is full of steep descents and ascents. You descend to Teguise, to a volcanic peak next to the village, and this is the final stage of this part, as you only have to go down to Famara.
You will see hills of red, yellow and green land, accentuating the feeling of being on another planet. Several kilometers pass calmly until you reach the entrance of the park. You cycle to Playa Blanca.
Through a rocky desert you will be riding your bike, surrounded by a landscape that broadens the spirit. Puerto del Carmen is the goal, which you will reach by pedaling thanks to the rental of bicycles.
With this route we assure you an unforgettable holiday on Lanzarote.
Do not hesitate to plan your trip through Lanzarote on one of our rental bikes.
Contact us, and we will put at your disposal the best team and the best material so you can enjoy your stay on the island.
21 years of experience in the world of cycling are our guarantee.
We can plan these routes with you, although you can also do them on your own (always following the signs and instructions), if you have already spent your holidays on Lanzarote and you know the routes.
"Pedales de lava", this circular route between volcanoes, has five stages in which you will cycle 255 km with the rental bicycle. It can be done in 3-4 days.
Stage 1, 65 km, from Puerto del Carmen to Órzola
The departure is from Puerto del Carmen to Arrecife, the capital of Lanzarote, passing some beaches. From here, you go onto paths along cliffs of impressive beauty, where you can go down and have a swim in one of the small and beautiful bays.You have to get to Guatiza, where you will find the impressive Cactus Garden, a botanical garden, or rather a museum, which brings together more than 10,000 cactus species collected from all continents.
From Guatiza we go to Arrieta, a fishing village where we can have lunch. Then you continue to Órzola, through the malpaís (that's how the little eroded volcanic relief is called) of the La Corona volcano, and you arrive at the Jameos del Agua, an incredible intervention by the artist César Manrique.
These are sections of a volcanic tube that were left exposed because the roof collapsed. In Órzola you take the ferry to the island La Graciosa and arrive at the port of Caleta del Sebo.
Stage 2, 35 km, La Graciosa
It's an island without roads. You leave Caleta del Sebo and climb the mountain of El Mojón, towards Las Agujas, the highest point of the island (266 meters). The spectacular sight of some green gardens contrasts with the color of the sand.You arrive at a small village of white houses that is called Pedro Barba, and in the centre of the island is the Amarilla mountain, an extinct volcano. This is the end of the road, and you will have to walk it again in the opposite direction. You can stay one night and take the first morning ferry to Órzola.
Stage 3, 50 km, from Órzola to Famara
You'll find climbs of up to 23%, which is the strongest stage of the route. You will ascend to the Mirador del Rio (where you will see La Graciosa in front of you and the Famara cliff). This is the highest point of Lanzarote.The route is full of steep descents and ascents. You descend to Teguise, to a volcanic peak next to the village, and this is the final stage of this part, as you only have to go down to Famara.
Stage 4, 70 km, from Famara to Playa Blanca
The route is a sandy area near the sea, and enters the Sóo desert, with almost unearthly landscapes. On the horizon, a volcano points the way to Timanfaya National Park.You will see hills of red, yellow and green land, accentuating the feeling of being on another planet. Several kilometers pass calmly until you reach the entrance of the park. You cycle to Playa Blanca.
Stage 5, 35 km, from Playa Blanca to Puerto del Carmen
And this is where this volcanic route ends. You walk through Playa Blanca towards Los Ajaches. Here you will find loose stone gullies (be very careful), and you see beautiful deserted beaches on one side and imposing cliffs on the other.Through a rocky desert you will be riding your bike, surrounded by a landscape that broadens the spirit. Puerto del Carmen is the goal, which you will reach by pedaling thanks to the rental of bicycles.
With this route we assure you an unforgettable holiday on Lanzarote.
Are you coming to cycle around Lanzarote with us?
Remember that, if you come to Lanzarote for holidays, we can organize the most amazing excursions you can experience between volcanoes, discover the island of Lanzarote in a very original way, training at the same time.Do not hesitate to plan your trip through Lanzarote on one of our rental bikes.
Contact us, and we will put at your disposal the best team and the best material so you can enjoy your stay on the island.
21 years of experience in the world of cycling are our guarantee.
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