After Tenerife, a beautiful discovery of Lanzarote (page 3 of 4)

How do you get around the island? Renting a car?

How do you get around the island? Renting a car?

Oh yeah, of course, you need a car to get around and explore! 😊 Plus, it’s really not expensive 😄 Looking back at my notes, we got one for 60 € a week directly from Goldcar, which is a Spanish agency. That was a good deal back in 2014—I don’t know about now 😅 I can only encourage you to go—it’s not far, it’s a change of scenery, and you can hike there too. Sure, not in the Parque del Fogo, and there’s not much elevation, but it’s still a super chill vacation 😊

Hi Isabelle,

Just a heads-up about Goldcar—they’ve got quite a few complaints online (mostly about unexpected, unjustified charges). Glad you didn’t have any issues with them, though! Otherwise, Cicar is currently the most reputable rental company for reliability. I went with Plus Car and had no problems at all, and I haven’t come across any negative reviews for them either: https://fuerteventuralanzarote.blogspot.com/

Hi Isabelle,

Just a heads-up about Goldcar—they’ve got quite a few complaints online (mostly about unexpected, unjustified charges). It seems you didn’t have any issues with them, which is great. Otherwise, Cicar is currently the most reputable rental company for reliability. I went with Plus Car myself and had no problems—I haven’t seen any negative reviews about them either: fuerteventuralanzarote.blogspot.com/

Hi Jean Philippe, Yes, that’s true—we’ve never had any issues with Goldcar, even though we’ve booked with them quite a few times 😇. Though not recently, so take that with a grain of salt 🙂 Thanks for suggesting another option.

Hi Fanny, Thanks for these valuable tips. I’m heading there solo for a week in August (yes, I know it’s the busiest time!). I’ve been dreaming about this destination for over 30 years. Some backpacker friends recently recommended it to me. My only regret is that I’m only staying for a week. I rented a C3 from Autoreinsen. I’ve booked my first Airbnb far from the crowds in Uga, then a small apartment by the sea in Arrieta. Two accommodations to avoid the August traffic (?) and to better explore each region.

Can’t wait to go after reading your post! Thanks

Hello,

I was there in August 2016—it wasn’t crowded at all... On the two hikes we did, we were even alone!

Hi Fanny, Thanks for these valuable tips. I’m heading there solo for a week in August (yes, I know it’s the busiest time!). I’ve been dreaming about this destination for over 30 years. Some backpacker friends recently recommended it to me. My only regret is that I’m only staying for a week. I rented a C3 from Autoreinsen. I’ve booked my first Airbnb far from the crowds in Uga, then a small seaside apartment in Arrieta. Two places to avoid the August traffic (?) and to better explore each region. I can’t wait to go after reading your post! Thanks

Thanks, Catherine—I think you’re going to love it!

Hi Carmen, We rented a car from Cicar before our trip! No issues at all: nothing to pay at booking. When you register, you agree on a pickup location and time! They delivered the car to our hotel, the contract was signed in 2 minutes, the price paid was exactly as quoted at booking... and the person even spoke French😉 (maybe when the booking is made from France, they send someone who speaks the language, or maybe it was just luck...). And for the return, we just left the keys at our hotel reception! We had an automatic... I guess after the US, we’ve really gotten used to them😉!

Hi Fanny, Sharing is a joy... shared! 😊 And bravo for your gorgeous photos (you have a great eye for photography). They really whetted my appetite... and "goodness knows" there’s plenty to see in Lanzarote! 😍

Thanks Fanny. Yes, an automatic is really nice. We have one at home. 🙂

Thanks Fanny. Yes, an automatic is really nice. We have one at home.🙂

Us too, recently😉

Hi Mariann

Thanks for the kind compliments😎

Sharing is a happiness...shared

yeah, so true[;]

Hi Fanny,

Thanks for this great discovery. Your tips will be really useful for my next trip to Lanzarote.

Have a great evening!

Anne

Good evening Happy if this can be useful to you. 😉 Have a good evening

Hi Fanny, Thanks for introducing me to this destination—I’d only heard of it by name before. 🙂 The desert and volcanic landscapes, the architecture, the hiking opportunities, and how close it is all make me want to go... Another one to add to our already super-long wishlist! Guillaume

Hi Guillaume,

Thanks for introducing me to this destination—I’d only heard of it by name before. 🙂 The desert and volcanic landscapes, the architecture, the hiking opportunities, and how close it is all make me want to go... Adding it to our already long wishlist!

There’s no shortage of places or ideas... 😉 I’m a little behind on reading your travel journal, but I’ll catch up as soon as I can. See you soon. Fanny

Hi Françoise 🙂 So funny, while looking for Fanny’s travel journals about the USA, I came across the one she wrote about Lanzarote (your photos are gorgeous, Fanny)!!! Of course I read it, recognized lots of familiar usernames, and stumbled on your post. We went there for 10 days at the beginning of October 2015 and loved it. The island is tiny and packed with incredibly varied beauty. Sure, it’s very dry, but that’s also what makes it so unique!! We did the amazing hike to Caldera Blanca, which we found easy!! For those, like us, who aren’t big on beaches and don’t want to be in the crowds at the coastal hotels, there’s a lovely little guesthouse with a pool in the center of the island—perfect for exploring everywhere (in Guime). Its owners (Belgian and French-speaking) are fantastic, and the breakfasts are to die for. It’s called the "5 Elements" guesthouse. If you decide to go to Lanzarote (don’t hesitate, you won’t be disappointed), I’ve kept my itinerary and documents from the trip. Have a great day, everyone! Martine 🙂

Hi Martine

So funny, while looking for Fanny’s travel journals for the USA, I came across the one she wrote about Lanzarote (your photos are gorgeous, Fanny)

Thanks😉

Of course I read it, I recognized tons of familiar usernames, and I came across your post.

- Yep, tons of familiar usernames😉

We went there for 10 days in early October 2015 and loved it. The island is tiny, and it’s packed with incredibly diverse beautiful sights. Sure, it’s super dry, but that’s what makes it so unique! We did the amazing hike to Caldera Blanca, which we found easy!! For those, like us, who aren’t big on beaches and don’t want to be in the crowds at the coastal hotels, there’s a really nice little guesthouse with a pool in the center of the island—perfect for exploring everywhere (in Guime). The owners (French-speaking Belgians) are fantastic, and the breakfasts are to die for. It’s called the “5 éléments” guesthouse.

Thanks for this extra info

Hi, We're actually heading there as a family in a month to the 5 elements. Did you cook at the gîte or eat out at restaurants? And I’d love to hear about your itinerary! :-) Thanks

Hi Fanny :) I’m already answering your first question. When we were there, the guesthouse didn’t offer evening meals (I think they do now), and we only prepared our meal on-site once. We ate at small restaurants. As for my itinerary, I’m looking for my notes and I’ll let you know this week. Have a good evening! Marcalamar :)