Why reef-safe sunscreen matters for Lanzarote snorkelingWhen I’m planning a snorkel off Papagayo or a calm morning at Playa Chica, sunscreen is one of the small details that makes a big difference. Not only do we need protection from strong Atlantic sun and reflected heat from volcanic rock, but what we put on our skin affects the reef and the clarity of our mask. Choosing a product that...
Early mornings on Lanzarote still hold a kind of hush that I’ve learned to cherish: salty air, soft light over...
Famara is one of those spots that will spoil you: reliable cross-shore winds, long sandy beach launches and plenty of...
I love combining two very different coastal experiences: a short night hike to enjoy sunset and stars, followed by a...
If you’re a certified PADI Open Water diver who hasn’t been in the water for a while, booking a refresher day from...
Los Hervideros is one of those places that looks like a moonscape from the shore and a dramatic cathedral of black rock...
Planning a day that squeezes a morning hike, an afternoon windsurf session and an evening reef snorkel around Lanzarote...
I love combining two very different coastal experiences: a short night hike to enjoy sunset and stars, followed by a cautious, tide-aware snorkeling leg at low light near Playa Blanca. If planned properly, this loop becomes a magical way to see the island’s coastline — volcanic cliffs, rock...
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If you’re a certified PADI Open Water diver who hasn’t been in the water for a while, booking a refresher day from Puerto del Carmen is one of the best ways to shake off the rust and regain confidence before diving around Lanzarote. I run these refreshers regularly and have refined what I pack,...
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Los Hervideros is one of those places that looks like a moonscape from the shore and a dramatic cathedral of black rock below the surface. I’ve snorkelled there more times than I can count, and each trip teaches me something new about timing, tides and how unforgiving volcanic coastline can be....
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Planning a day that squeezes a morning hike, an afternoon windsurf session and an evening reef snorkel around Lanzarote is one of my favourite ways to experience the island — you get volcanic landscapes, adrenaline and calm underwater life all in a single 24-hour loop. It takes a bit of...
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When I head north along Lanzarote’s rugged coastline—whether for a solo hike across the lava fields above Famara or a windsurf session off the more exposed headlands—I pack an emergency kit tailored to the island’s particular challenges: strong sun, fickle winds, few shaded routes, sparse...
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I get asked a lot where to see angel sharks and sargos around Lanzarote — two very different encounters that I still find quietly thrilling every time. Angel sharks (Squatina spp.) are secretive, bottom-dwelling predators that lie camouflaged on sandy flats, while sargos (commonly Diplodus sargus...
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Shooting underwater doesn't have to cost a small fortune. Over the years diving and snorkeling around Lanzarote, I've learned how to balance quality, reliability and price so I can bring back usable, beautiful images without breaking the bank. In this article I share the housing choices, strobes...
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I’ve run hundreds of guided dives and island trips around Lanzarote, so I get asked all the time: “How much will a week of island sports actually cost?” Below I break down a realistic, budget-friendly plan for seven days on Lanzarote that mixes scuba diving, snorkeling/windsurf rentals, local...
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Taking toddlers and nervous non-swimmers snorkeling from Playa Blanca is one of my favourite low-key family days on Lanzarote — when it's planned right it feels calm, safe and endlessly rewarding. Over the years I’ve guided families and tested a lot of gear, and here I share what I actually use...
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I get asked all the time which dive computer I recommend for diving around Lanzarote and the rest of the Canary Islands — and it’s a fair question. Atlantic conditions here can be changeable: strong surge at the reefs, chilly thermoclines, bright surface glare, and long days of multiple dives....
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