Lanzarote North Buggy Tour: Volcanic Trails & Small Groups

Summary

Volcano buggy ride past Guatiza, Teseguite, Charco del Palo and more

You’ll ride buggies past Lanzarote’s volcanoes, old quarries near Guatiza, and quiet villages like Teseguite and Mala — all in a small group with a local guide leading the way. Expect salty air on your face, engine rumbles under your hands, laughter over the radio, and stories you can’t read in any brochure.

What’s the experience like?

It started with Miguel handing me these dust goggles — he grinned and said, “Trust me, you’ll need them.” I laughed, but by the time we’d left Costa Teguise and hit those first gravel roads near Guatiza, I got it. The air tasted dry and mineral-rich, like you’re breathing in the island itself. Miguel led our little convoy (just five buggies plus his), waving now and then at farmers who seemed to know him. Someone’s dog barked as we passed a cactus field. I tried to wave back but nearly missed a turn — steering’s trickier than it looks.

We circled the Tinamala Volcano — not close enough to feel heat or anything dramatic like that, but close enough to see its rough black skin up close. There was this old quarry nearby; Miguel stopped us there. He told us how they used to carve out blocks for houses back when his grandfather was young. The wind whipped around us so hard it made my jacket flap like crazy (thankful for that windbreaker they gave us). At one point, I caught this weird mix of salty sea air and something almost metallic from the rocks — hard to describe unless you’ve stood there.

After Teseguite, we snaked through El Mojón and down toward Las Nieves. The landscape shifted from sharp lava fields to these gentle green patches where goats grazed (I swear one stared right at me like it knew I wasn’t local). Charco del Palo looked sleepy under the midday sun; a few locals waved from their porches. Sometimes Miguel would shout facts over the engine noise — about how cocoteros used to be busier when salt was big business here. My Spanish is terrible but he didn’t seem to mind; he just smiled wider whenever I tried.

I didn’t expect to feel so much grit on my skin or come home smelling faintly of dust and ocean — but honestly, that’s what sticks with me most. Three hours went fast. If you want something polished or easy, maybe skip it… but if you want Lanzarote raw and up close (with a guide who actually cares), this buggy tour is still bouncing around in my head days later.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided buggy tour through northern Lanzarote

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

Top questions

How long is the Lanzarote north buggy tour?

The guided buggy tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

Where does the buggy tour start?

The tour departs from Costa Teguise in Lanzarote.

What villages do we pass on this buggy tour?

You’ll pass through Guatiza, El Mojón, Teseguite, Las Nieves, Charco del Palo, Cocoteros, and Mala.

Is a driving license required for the buggy tour?

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

Are there any height or health restrictions?

Minimum height is 1.35m; not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the departure point.

What should I wear for the Lanzarote buggy tour?

You must wear closed shoes; bringing a jacket is recommended due to wind.

What’s included

Your day includes dust protection goggles for comfort on volcanic trails and a windbreaker jacket if you need one—plus guidance from a local expert throughout your small group journey across northern Lanzarote’s unique landscapes.