Caldera Blanca
A hike across the 1730 lava field to the rim of a huge crater about 1 kilometer across, circling the edge for views over Timanfaya.
Caldera Blanca lies on the northern edge of Timanfaya National Park and is one of Lanzarote’s most popular hiking routes. Starting from a parking area near Mancha Blanca, you cross a field of sharp black lava and climb the volcanic slope to the crater rim. From there you can walk a loop around the crater, roughly 1 kilometer across, with views of the Fire Mountains, the Famara Cliffs and the sea. The round trip is about 9 kilometers and takes 3 to 4 hours, with about 400 meters of elevation gain. The surface is covered in loose gravel, so wear hiking boots and carry plenty of water and sun protection, and take care near the edge when it is windy. It is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Timanfaya National Park
- Caldera de los Cuervos
- La Geria
- Charco de los Clicos (El Golfo)
- Monumento al Campesino
- Los Hervideros
- Salinas de Janubio
- Puerto del Carmen