Lanzarote: La Corona Volcano & Famara Cliffs Hike

What's on the other side of that volcanic crater rim?

You climb to the rim of La Corona volcano, walk through Lanzarote's endemic landscape, and then traverse the Famara cliffs with views across to the Chinijo Archipelago. An expert local guide leads the 8km, 3.5-hour hike, provides a snack halfway, and points out the rare plants and birds along the way. Optional hotel pickup means you don't have to navigate to the starting point yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike Crown Volcano and Famara Cliffs

• Start hike at Ye village
• Ascend to Crown Volcano crater
• Admire panoramic volcano views
• Observe volcanic tube and landscapes
• Walk along Famara cliffs
• View Las Peñas del Chache and Chinijo Archipelago

The experience

The hike starts at Ye, a small village in the north of Lanzarote, and climbs toward La Corona, the Crown Volcano. It's not a scramble. The path is steady and well-marked, but the moment you reach the crater rim, the whole landscape opens up. You're standing above agricultural fields that look almost geometric from up there, and you can see the 7.6 km volcanic tube that runs through the mountain. The sea sits on the horizon, and if the light is right, you can pick out the Chinijo Archipelago in the distance. Your local guide points out the endemic plants as you walk: species that only grow here, nowhere else on earth.

After the volcano, the route shifts. You leave the crater behind and move onto the Famara cliffs themselves, a long wall of rock that drops toward the water. This is where the views get almost too much: Las Peñas del Chache rises across the way, and La Graciosa sits out in the archipelago like something from a different world. The cliffs are dramatic without being terrifying. You're walking on solid ground, not along a knife edge. The whole hike takes about three and a half hours and covers 8 kilometers, so it's not a full-day commitment. You get an energy bar and a piece of fruit partway through, which lands when you need it.

The hike is rated medium difficulty, which means it's doable for most people with a reasonable level of fitness, and kids from seven upward usually manage it fine. Your guide knows the terrain and the birds. You'll spot plenty of them, since the cliffs and volcanic slopes are home to species you won't see anywhere else. If you don't want to arrange your own transport to Ye, pickup from your hotel is available as an add-on, which saves the logistics of finding the trailhead yourself.

What’s included

• Expert local guide leading the full route.
• 8 kilometers of hiking across La Corona volcano crater and Famara cliffs.
• energy bar and piece of fruit as a snack during the walk.
• optional roundtrip hotel transfer service to and from the trailhead at Ye.

Options for this experience

2 options

No transfer serviceGuide in English, Spanish or German · 09:30

With shuttle serviceGuide in English, Spanish or German · 09:00Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesThursdayDepartures at 09:00 and 09:30

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AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (7 to 11 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupUp to 16 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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

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Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by Tour2b

Is this one for you?Pick this hike if you want to see Lanzarote's volcanic geology and archipelago views in a single morning without arranging your own transport or worrying about pacing. The guide handles the route and timing, and the optional pickup means you start from your hotel.

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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 (7 to 11 years). Children under 7 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How difficult is the Famara cliffs hike?

It's rated medium difficulty. You need a moderate level of fitness, but it's not technical climbing. Children from age 7 can usually complete it.

How long does the hike take?

About 3 hours and 30 minutes for the full 8 kilometers, including time to look at views and listen to your guide.

What's included in the hike?

A local expert guide, an energy bar and piece of fruit during the walk, and the route itself. Hotel pickup is optional and costs extra.

Can I see La Graciosa from this hike?

Yes. From the Famara cliffs section, you can see La Graciosa in the Chinijo Archipelago, along with Las Peñas del Chache across the way.

Is this hike suitable if I have a fear of heights?

The hike is not recommended for people with vertigo. While you walk along cliffs with views, you're on solid ground, but the exposure may not be comfortable if heights bother you.

What's the volcanic tube I'll see?

La Corona volcano has a 7.6 km tube running through it: a tunnel created by flowing lava. You'll see it from the crater rim as part of the volcanic landscape.

Are there rare plants on this hike?

Yes. The area is known for endemic flora: plants that grow only in Lanzarote. Your guide will point them out as you walk.