Cueva de los Verdes
A long lava tube formed by the Corona volcano's eruption. A guided walk of about 1 km reveals a stunning optical surprise hidden inside.
Cueva de los Verdes is a section of a lava tunnel formed about 20,000 years ago by an eruption of the Corona volcano. The full tunnel stretches roughly 6 km and once served as a hideout for islanders fleeing pirates. Visitors can only explore about 1 km of it, on a guided tour lasting around 50 minutes. Soft lighting brings out the multiple levels of passages and the lava textures, and at the end the guide reveals a famous visual illusion (no spoilers here). Some passages are low and require stooping, and there are steps, so visitors with mobility issues should take care. Tickets cost about €15. It is only 1 km from Jameos del Agua, so the two are often visited together.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00; guided tours depart at set times
Nearby sights
- Jameos del Agua
- Haría
- César Manrique House Museum (Haría)
- Mirador del Río
- Jardín de Cactus
- La Graciosa
- Playa de Famara
- Castillo de Santa Bárbara