Timanfaya National Park Lanzarote

 

While visiting the island of Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands, we decided to take the kids to Timanfaya National Park. The road to the volcano park is bumpy and a bit windy, so unfortunately they weren't so happy in the car (they get carsick).

When visiting Timanfaya, you first pay (card or cash) for tickets, then you park your car at the parking area. 

Tour

There are buses that you board which take you for a tour around the park. You can download the tour guide on your phone, otherwise try to listen to the speakers on the bus. It's not so easy to hear through the bus speakers however, especially with people chatting and the bus noise.

After the tour, which was around 20-25min, you can see a demo of the geyser right outside the restaurant.

Food and Drink

For those who get hungry, the restaurant is a lovely place to sit and enjoy the amazing views.

The cafe offers sandwiches, dessert items and drinks. You can order and sit down in the self-serve area. To sit at the tables by the window, you order from the restaurant menu.

There was a Volcano BBQ grill just nearby the restaurant as well. That day, we watched the chef who was grilling some chicken! The heat from the air vent is hot enough to cook the chicken!

How long is this activity? 

Visiting this volcano park is an activity that can take a few hours since it depends on the wait to take the tour bus and how long the wait is to buy your tickets for the park. There is also a center with more information on the volcanoes and even a simulation room. We didn't stop here because kids and grandparent were ready to head home but it seems like a nice addition to your visit to the volcano park.

Souvenirs

There is a souvenir shop near the restaurant  where you can buy magnets, volcanic jewelry, soap, and so many other things to take home with you from Lanzarote! Kids enjoyed choosing some souvenirs by themselves and parents found some nice items too!

If you're visiting Lanzarote and looking for some good family activities, consider checking out the Timanfaya National Park. The ticket cost was reasonable and we all had a pretty nice experience (even the kids who get a bit carsick on the windy route). 

Don't forget your snacks!

Timanfaya National Park

Lanzarote, 35558, Las Palmas, Spain

For more info check their website