About this tour
When Em from our team grabbed a buggy for this run through north Lanzarote, we found ourselves on what the outfit reckons is their exclusive route. We rattled out of Costa Teguise through Guatiza, el Mojón, Teseguite, and las Nieves before looping back — all in just over two hours with a maximum of five other vehicles ahead and behind. The terrain's volcanic scrub and quiet coastal villages, the kind of landscape that makes you realise how much of Lanzarote stays off the beaten track. Groups cap at six buggies, so it never feels like a convoy stampede.
Highlights
- Volcanic landscapes of north Lanzarote from a buggy seat
- Small-group format — only six vehicles total
- Passes through Guatiza, Teseguite, and las Nieves
- Dust protection gear and windbreaker supplied
- Starts and ends at Costa Teguise
- Multilingual guides keep up with mixed-nationality groups
- Quieter villages bypass the tourist crush
What to expect
You'll collect your buggy and safety kit at Costa Teguise, then head north into terrain that feels genuinely remote for Lanzarote. The route winds through small villages and volcanic scrubland, stopping briefly in places like Guatiza and Teseguite where you'll see how locals actually live — not curated for visitors. The pace is steady rather than adrenaline-fuelled; it's more about exploration than stunts. Wind can pick up, so the windbreaker they provide is practical, not just comfort. Two and a half hours means you're driving most of that time, so expect some fatigue if you're not used to steering a buggy over rough terrain.
The landscape doesn't offer dramatic cliffs or obvious Instagram moments — it's understated volcanic beauty. You'll notice sparse vegetation, stone walls, and the occasional goat herd. Groups stay small, which means your guide can actually chat rather than shout instructions into the void. Fuel the vehicle properly beforehand and don't assume every village will have a café.
What travellers say
- Genuinely quiet — locals and villages, not tour-bus crowds
- Small six-vehicle maximum keeps it intimate
- Dust and wind gear included, practical for terrain
- Multilingual guides adapt to mixed groups
- Suits all fitness levels, low barrier to entry
- Off-the-map villages most visitors never see
- Not accessible for pregnant travellers or spinal issues
- Bumpy terrain unsuitable for children under 1.35m
- Transport fees (€5 pp) add to advertised price
- Windy and dusty — not everyone's comfort zone
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This genuinely is an under-the-radar corner of Lanzarote, and a buggy lets you access it without needing weeks on foot. Small groups mean personal attention from guides who switch between languages. The dust jacket and glasses solve real problems — volcanic grit is no joke out here. It suits anyone fairly comfortable on a bike or quad, and there's no extreme fitness barrier.
It's not for the pregnant, those with spinal issues, or kids under 1.35 metres tall — bumpy terrain rules them out. You'll need a valid driving licence (two years minimum), closed shoes (mandatory, not optional), and you're liable for transport at €5 per person on top. The route skips major sights; if you want dramatic viewpoints or famous villages, this won't tick those boxes. Weather can be windy and dusty — bring extra water. Peak season (summer, Easter) will have you waiting your turn. Buggies aren't luxurious, so don't expect suspension or climate control.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.