About this tour
When Tom from our team tried this guided buggy ride in Lanzarote, we spent two and a half hours tearing through volcanic terrain from Puerto del Carmen. The route stitches together proper red-rock landscapes: a 40-minute walk up El Cuervo volcano, a drive through the distinctive terraced vineyards of La Geria, and a stop at Las Grietas, a dramatic volcanic formation. It's pitched at anyone after a bit of speed mixed with scenery, and the buggy's nimble enough to feel like you've got control — though the ride stays road-based rather than full off-road.
Highlights
- El Cuervo volcano walk offers unobstructed views of raw lava fields
- La Geria vineyards are genuinely unlike anywhere else on the island
- Buggy handling lets you feel each turn through the landscape
- Las Grietas formation makes for striking photographs
- Windbreaker included saves buying one on the spot
- Route timing allows proper stops rather than rushed photo ops
- Compact group size means guides aren't herding dozens
What to expect
You'll collect your buggy in Puerto del Carmen and head straight into the volcanic park for the walk up El Cuervo. The incline isn't brutal, but it's steady and the ground's loose underfoot — expect to feel your legs. Once back at the buggy, the drive toward Tías is where it gets fun: the road winds through La Geria's patchwork of vines planted in circular pits, which is genuinely striking when you're moving through it rather than viewing from a bus window.
Las Grietas is your final stop — a jagged volcanic gorge that photographs well if the light's right. The whole experience moves at a decent clip without feeling rushed. The buggy itself is responsive on the tarmac, though this isn't a dust-and-adrenaline off-roader; it's more controlled adventure.
What travellers say
- Hands-on buggy control beats being a passenger on group coaches
- La Geria vineyards are genuinely distinctive and rarely explored this way
- El Cuervo walk gives proper volcanic landscape immersion
- Small-group pace allows time for photos and questions
- Windbreaker included, saving a last-minute purchase
- Transport surcharge of €5 per person adds to final cost
- Requires two years' full driving licence for buggy operation
- Exposed volcanic terrain demands sun protection and water
- Early morning timing may not suit late risers
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
If you hold a full driving licence and fancy hands-on control of your own buggy rather than being shepherded on a coach, this beats standard group tours. The volcanic landscape is genuinely dramatic, and La Geria's terraced farming is context you won't get from a guidebook. Small groups keep it personal.
You'll need two years of full driving licence to operate the buggy yourself — passengers without a licence will need the guide to drive. The El Cuervo walk is exposed, so bring water and sun protection. Transport costs an extra €5 per head on top of the tour price. Early starts are likely, which catches some people out. Not suitable if you've got heart concerns — the pace and terrain mean it's not sedentary. Infants can come but they'll be in a pram or specialised seat, so factor that into comfort.
Windbreaker's included. Wear closed shoes and bring sunscreen. Groups tend to be small, peak season (summer) books faster.
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.