Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
From €49 per personDuration depends on the chosen option, and the itinerary may change.Final booking with external provider
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Volcanic landscapes of southern Lanzarote

Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call

★★★★★ 2.5 or 5 hrs · €49 starting price per person
From €49 per person free cancellation up to this limit

See Timanfaya’s volcanic scenery without hiring a car, choosing either a short park-focused visit or a broader journey through southern Lanzarote.

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⚡ The longer option adds the Green Lagoon and La Geria · Price, starting times, languages and availability depend on the option and must be confirmed on GetYourGuide.

The cruise, lunch and camel ride are not included. According to the listing, the optional ride lasts 25 minutes and costs €11. You can reserve without paying immediately.

✔ Admission to Timanfaya National Park included
✔ Pickup after the cruise terminal police checkpoint
✔ Air-conditioned coach and guide according to option
✔ The longer option adds the Green Lagoon and La Geria

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Cruise passengers prioritising Timanfaya
  • Travellers seeking organised transport from the terminal
  • Visitors wanting to combine volcanoes, vineyards and coastline on the longer option

How long does it take?

Duration depends on the chosen option, and the itinerary may change.

What's included?

  • Admission to Timanfaya National Park
  • Guide in the language available for the selected option
  • Air-conditioned coach
  • Insurance during the excursion
  • Pickup after the cruise terminal police checkpoint

Is it worth it?

It may be worthwhile if you want to use a port call to see Timanfaya without driving. The longer option covers more places, but the stops may feel brief.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Confirm the duration, language and exact meeting point on GetYourGuide. A wine tasting is mentioned in the description but is not clearly confirmed as a formal inclusion.

Designed for a port callDeparture is linked to the Arrecife cruise terminal and returns are generally coordinated with ship schedules, although no contractually guaranteed buffer is advertised.
Two ways to visit TimanfayaThe 2.5-hour option focuses on Timanfaya; the 5-hour tour adds further stops in southern Lanzarote.
No need to hire a carCoach transport lets you travel the volcanic roads with a driver and guide.
Know the conditions before choosingThe camel ride, lunch and cruise are not included; you should also confirm the meeting point and available language.

📖 What you may see during the excursion

Timanfaya is the main visit: lava fields, the Fire Mountains and geothermal energy demonstrations form the core of both options.

The 5-hour option broadens the route to include the Green Lagoon, La Geria and an optional camel ride. The order differs between sections of the listing, so the itinerary should be treated as indicative.

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A 1-hour guided Timanfaya visit in the published itinerary

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Indicative 20-minute stops at the Green Lagoon and La Geria

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A brief view of Casa Museo and Monumento al Campesino

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A practical way to fit several landscapes of southern Lanzarote into a cruise stop.

Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
The scenery shifts between vineyards, lava and volcanic coastline. Southern Lanzarote

Short option or 5-hour route

The 2.5-hour excursion is devoted exclusively to Timanfaya and offers German- or English-speaking guides.

The 5-hour option adds the Green Lagoon, La Geria and a 25-minute camel ride available for €11. Depending on the booking, the guide may speak German, English or Spanish.

Cruise passengers Volcanic scenery Air-conditioned coach Two durations

What travellers report

A practical way to fit several landscapes of southern Lanzarote into a cruise stop.

Reviews particularly value the guides, organisation, driving through Timanfaya, scenery and transport. Criticism mainly concerns the tight pace and short stops.

2.5 or 5 hrsdepending on the selected option
4.6/5visible rating based on 2,154 reviews
€49starting price per person
24 hrsfree cancellation up to this limit

🗣️ What travellers report

Guides and organisation

Travellers highlight engaging explanations and helpful organisation when locating the coach.

Driving and scenery

The drivers’ skill on Timanfaya’s narrow, winding roads receives praise, as does the volcanic setting.

Itinerary pace

Some reviewers find the schedule tight and certain stops too short.

Pickup and return to the cruise ship

The stated pickup takes place after the cruise terminal police checkpoint. The published itinerary starts at HiperDino Express Marina Lanzarote, but the exact location may vary with the berth.

Follow the provider’s messages and confirm the exact point in the availability details. Although reviews mention timely returns, the listing gives no guaranteed buffer before the ship departs.

Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
Stops and their order may change. Indicative itinerary
Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call

Price and options

Choose according to the time available during your port call

From €49 per person

The price starts at €49 per person. Your selected option determines the duration, language, stops and available starting times.

Duration2.5 or 5 hours, depending on the option
LanguagesGerman and English on the short option; German, English or Spanish on the longer tour, depending on booking
TransportAir-conditioned coach
OperatorLANZAROTEGUIDES S.L
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Private optionNo private option is advertised
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Price, starting times, languages and availability depend on the option and must be confirmed on GetYourGuide.

Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
Check the selected option before booking. Booking details

How to book this experience

1

Choose a date

Open availability and check updated times, language and conditions.

2

Compare options

Check final price, duration, meeting point and what's included.

3

Book securely

The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Who is this excursion for?

It is a practical choice for cruise passengers who want to see Timanfaya and, on the longer option, several southern landscapes without driving.

It may be less suitable if you want to explore each stop slowly, need confirmed accessibility or expect the camel ride to be included in the price.

Cruise passengers stopping in Lanzarote Travellers who do not want to hire a car Visitors interested in volcanic landscapes People comfortable with a tightly timed itinerary
Timanfaya from Arrecife: an excursion designed around your port call
A convenient excursion with carefully timed stops. Before booking

❓ Frequently asked questions

Does the excursion pick up passengers at the cruise terminal?
The listing states that pickup is after the terminal police checkpoint. The exact point associated with the ship’s berth may change, so check the provider’s messages and availability details.
What is the difference between the 2.5- and 5-hour options?
The shorter option focuses only on Timanfaya. The 5-hour version adds the Green Lagoon, La Geria and the possibility of an optional camel ride.
Is the camel ride included?
No. It is optional on the longer tour and, according to the supplied information, lasts 25 minutes and costs €11.
Does the excursion guarantee a return before the cruise ship departs?
Reviews mention generally good coordination, but the listing gives no contractually guaranteed buffer. Check the schedule and follow the provider’s instructions.
Is the excursion accessible for travellers with reduced mobility?
The source does not confirm accessibility arrangements. Pushchairs cannot be taken inside the coach, although folding models can be stored in the luggage compartment. Ask about your specific needs on GetYourGuide.

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Make the most of your port call

Discover Timanfaya with organised transport from Arrecife

Choose a park-focused visit or extend the journey across southern Lanzarote.

Review the starting time, language, meeting point and current conditions before confirming.

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