5 Things Do to in Lanzarote (Other Than Lie on a Beach)

Lanzarote attracts millions of visitors every year, from all over Europe. This is partly down to the climate as there are no 'seasons' in Lanzarote. It is sometimes said to be in a state of 'ever spring'. In the winter temperatures rarely drop below 20 degrees during the day although the nights can be much cooler.

Due to the climate, which it gets from its close proximity to the Sahara, Lanzarote is a very popular all year round beach holiday destination, but there is much more to the island that just lying on the sand and soaking up the rays.

The Island of Lanzarote has a history of volcanic activity that can be seen in the magnificence of the landscape, especially within the Timanfaya National park. This history, along with the artistic flair on one man, Cesar Manrique, has created an individual identity to Lanzarote, something that you will not see on the other islands in the Canary archipelago. This identity has also created some of the most unusual, if not amazing, visitor attractions in Europe. The natural wonders of the island and the creative mind of one man creates a number of ideas for things to do other than lie on the beach....

Here are 5 things you can do other than top up your tan:

1. Visit the Timanfaya National Park. The west side of the island was devastated by Volcanic eruptions in the 1800's which have left a distinguished mark on the landscape of the island. You can also visit the El Diablo restaurant and have your food cooked on a grill where the heat is supplied from natural sources, just a few feet underground.

2. Go Scuba Diving. The waters around Lanzarote are said to be some of the most active in the world. Lanzarote has a biosphere status, which means that the waters surrounding the island are protected. The marine life is attracted to the minerals in the volcanic rocks which makes Lanzarote one of the best places to go diving in the world!

3. Go Quad Biking! With such an amazing terrain who wouldn't want to jump on a quad and go biking around the island. There are specially created Quad tracks that go up the island through the Timanfaya National Park, although unfortunately Quad bikes are not allowed on the main roads as in some European Countries.

4. Take a ride in a yellow submarine. Yep, thats right. Head over to Puerto Calero and take a ride in a yellow submarine safari. If Scuba diving isn't for you then don't miss out on what the shores of Lanzarote have to offer. The submarine safaris are a great way of seeing the Lanzarote marine life and you don't even have to get wet!

5. Go Shopping. There are craft fairs and local markets happening in Lanzarote almost every day of the week. Playa Blanca holds a market at the Rubicon every Wednesday and Saturday morning and the main market on the island takes place in Teguise every Sunday. Local crafts can be purchased, along with Lanzarote wines and Aloe Vera.

So whilst many people simply associate Lanzarote with the sunshine, there is so much more to do. We haven't even listed the Cesar Manrique attractions here... thats for another time.