Lanzarote: Buggy Tour with Volcanic Views & Coastal Stops

Summary

Buggy adventure across Lanzarote’s wild dunes & volcanic roads

You’ll drive your own buggy across Lanzarote’s volcanic roads and sandy tracks with a local guide leading the way. Taste strong coffee by the red volcano, pass through La Geria’s surreal vineyards, and feel the island’s wild side up close. Expect dust on your skin—and maybe a new story or two to bring home.

What’s the experience like?

We climbed into these chunky buggies at the Lanzarote Safaris center, helmets a bit too big and dust already sticking to my arms. Our guide, Pablo, grinned and told us to keep an eye out for goats—apparently they love blocking the road near La Geria. The engine’s growl was louder than I expected (my ears rang for a minute), but once we hit those first stretches of open track, it was just wind, grit in my teeth, and that weird mix of burnt earth and salty air you only get here. I tried waving at a local farmer tending his vines in those black volcanic pits—he waved back, didn’t even look surprised.

Driving through La Geria felt like rolling over another planet. The vineyards are all little craters with each vine tucked in like it’s hiding from the wind. Pablo explained how they plant them that way so the ash keeps moisture in—makes sense when you see how dry everything is. We stopped by this red volcano on the shore (I still can’t pronounce its name right), where everyone piled out for coffee and photos. The cup was tiny but strong enough to jolt me awake after all that bouncing around. I caught myself just staring out at La Graciosa across the water—light kind of shimmered off it, hard to explain.

The sand dunes near Soo were messier than I thought they’d be—one couple got stuck for a second and we all had to help push them out, which turned into a laugh-fest with sand everywhere (I’m still finding some in my shoes). After that we zipped through Arrecife and Puerto del Carmen, sunburnt faces peeking from other cars as we rumbled past. By Puerto Calero my hands were buzzing from gripping the wheel so tight. Three hours went fast—it’s not really about the speed or scenery alone; it’s that feeling of being part of Lanzarote’s odd rhythm for a while.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — 3-hour guided buggy tour around island

• Depart from Lanzarote Safaris center
• Drive through La Geria wine cellars
• Pass near Timanfaya National Park
• Drive through red volcano shore
• Stop for coffee and photos
• Drive through sand dunes
• Visit village of Soo
• Return via Arrecife
• Pass through Puerto del Carmen
• Pass through Puerto Calero

Top questions

How long does the Lanzarote buggy tour last?

The guided buggy tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

Do I need a driving license for this buggy tour?

Yes, drivers must have held a valid driving license for at least 2 years and be 21 or older.

Are passengers allowed on the buggy tour?

Yes, but passengers must be at least 7 years old.

Is this buggy tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

What places do we visit during the tour?

The route includes La Geria vineyards, red volcano shore stop for coffee, sand dunes near Soo, Arrecife, Puerto del Carmen, and Puerto Calero.

Is hotel pickup included in this Lanzarote buggy tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; tours start from Lanzarote Safaris excursion center.

Is lunch included in this tour?

No lunch is included; there is a coffee stop during the tour.

Can people with spinal injuries join this buggy experience?

No, it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

Your day includes use of a state-of-the-art buggy vehicle as you follow guided routes across Lanzarote’s volcanic landscapes and villages—with a break for coffee by the red volcano before looping back through coastal towns toward your starting point.