Lanzarote North Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: Small Group Route

Summary

Northern lanzarote buggy ride through villages quarries coastlines

You’ll feel Lanzarote under your skin on this small group buggy tour from Costa Teguise—dusty hands, salty air, and glimpses into quiet villages like Guatiza and Mala. With a local guide leading the way and water plus goggles included, it’s three hours of real island texture—and maybe a little laughter when you least expect it.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what Lanzarote smells like after a rain? I hadn’t, honestly, until we rattled out of Costa Teguise in this line of buggies—six in total, our guide Pablo up front waving us on with one hand and adjusting his sunglasses with the other. The air was sharp with salt and something earthy, almost metallic, as we zipped past Guatiza’s prickly pear fields. I kept thinking I’d get used to the engine’s hum but nope—my teeth were still buzzing by Teseguite.

Pablo switched between Spanish, English, and a bit of German for the couple behind us—impressive, really. At one point he pointed out Tinamala’s old quarry. It looked almost lunar, all pale rock and weird silence except for the wind whistling through gaps. We stopped there for water (included), and I realized my hands were covered in this fine black dust that somehow smelled faintly sweet? Maybe that was just the bottled water mixing with volcanic grit. Anyway, nobody seemed to mind.

The route twisted through El Mojón and then down toward Charco del Palo—tiny seaside town where you could actually hear people laughing from their balconies. Not sure if it was at us or just at life. The sun came out hard near Cocoteros; sunglasses were essential (they give you goggles too). My partner tried to wave at some local kids but mostly just got shy grins back. I still think about how open the sky felt there, like you could see Morocco if you squinted hard enough.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Buggy tour through northern Lanzarote

• Depart from Costa Teguise
• Pass through Guatiza and el Mojón
• Drive through Teseguite and las Nieves
• Visit Charco del Palo
• Continue to Cocoteros and Mala
• See the old quarry of Tinamala

Top questions

How long is the Lanzarote buggy tour from Costa Teguise?

The buggy tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

Do I need a driving license for the buggy tour?

Yes, drivers must present a valid license held for at least 2 years.

Is bottled water provided during the tour?

Yes, bottled water is included for all participants.

Are dust protection glasses included?

Yes, dust protection goggles are provided as part of the tour.

What is the minimum age or height for companions?

Companions must be at least 12 years old or 1.35 meters tall.

Is this Lanzarote buggy tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

Which villages does the buggy route pass through?

The route includes Guatiza, El Mojón, Teseguite, Las Nieves, Charco del Palo, Cocoteros, and Mala.

How many vehicles are in each group?

The maximum group size is six vehicles including one guide vehicle.

What’s included

Your day includes bottled water to keep you refreshed along the way and dust protection glasses so you can focus on the scenery instead of squinting. A local guide leads every step of your small group adventure from Costa Teguise through Lanzarote’s northern villages before looping back again.