Lanzarote: Cueva de los Verdes & Jameos del Agua Cave Tour

Two caves, one morning, no logistics to arrange

You visit two volcanic caves in northern Lanzarote with a guide who knows the geology and the pace. Pickup from your hotel, entry to both Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua, and transport are all included. Free time at Jameos del Agua lets you explore at your own speed before heading back. The whole day takes four to five hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Cueva Verdes and Jameos del Agua

• Pick up from accommodation
• Guided tour in Cueva Verdes
• Free time at Jameos del Agua

The experience

You don't expect a cave to feel like a concert hall until you're standing inside one. Cueva de los Verdes is exactly that: a tunnel carved by lava half a million years ago, now lit in a way that makes the rock glow. The guide walks you through at a steady pace (the cave has its own rhythm, and groups have to keep up so nobody blocks the path), pointing out formations that look like frozen waterfalls or sleeping animals depending on the light. It's about an hour underground, and the air stays cool even in summer, which is why a light jacket matters in winter.

After that, you head to Jameos del Agua, which is less a cave and more what happens when a cave opens onto the sea. There's a saltwater lake inside the mountain, a restaurant built into the rock, and a small natural history museum. You get free time here to walk around, sit by the water, or grab a drink. It's the kind of place where you can linger without a guide narrating every detail. The whole tour lasts four to five hours from pickup to drop-off, and both sites are included, so you're not paying extra at the gate.

Pickup happens from tourist areas. You message your accommodation name after booking and they tell you the closest point. The bus is air-conditioned and modern, which matters because the drive between the two caves takes time and the roads wind a bit. The tour runs only on Mondays and Fridays, so if you're flexible with your schedule, plan around those days. Children need an adult with them, and if you're traveling with an infant, they sit on your lap during the ride.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from your accommodation (at the closest point in tourist areas), entry to both Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua, a guided tour through the caves with a qualified guide, transport in a modern air-conditioned bus, and free time to explore Jameos del Agua on your own. Liability insurance is also covered.

Options for this experience

3 options

English- Northern Treasures08:00Northern Treasures, conducted in English. Several languages may be used during your tour (up to 3). Pickup is included.

Tesoros del Norte, en españolGuide in Spanish · 08:00Spanish-language tour: Northern Treasures. Several languages may be spoken on your tour (up to 3). Pickup is included.

Nördliche Schätze, auf DeutschGuide in German · 08:00German-language tour: Northern Treasures. Several languages may be spoken on your tour (up to 3). Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday and FridayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (2 to 11 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 55

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 13 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Low Cost Tours

Is this one for you?Right for travelers staying in tourist areas who want to see both caves without arranging transport or buying tickets separately. The fixed pace through the cave means you keep up with the group, so it suits people comfortable with a guided rhythm rather than lingering at their own speed.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What days does this tour run?

Mondays and Fridays only.

How long is the tour?

Four to five hours total, including pickup and drop-off.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. After booking, send the tour operator your accommodation name and they provide the closest pickup point in tourist areas.

What's included in the price?

Entry to both Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua, pickup and drop-off, a qualified guide, and transport in an air-conditioned bus.

Do I need special clothing?

Suitable footwear is recommended. In winter, bring a light jacket or sweater since the caves stay cool.

Can I spend time at Jameos del Agua on my own?

Yes, you have free time there to explore the site, the lake, and the museum at your own pace.

How fast-paced is the cave walk?

The guide sets a steady pace through Cueva de los Verdes so groups stay together and don't block other visitors. You need to keep up with the group.