Holidays in Arrecife

Arrecife is a beautiful port town situated in the Spanish Canary Islands. Capital of the island of Lanzarote, the resort is a popular holiday destination for travellers of all ages. Arrecife offers visitors a varied landscape of long, sandy beaches, historical monuments and dramatic volcanic terrain.

When to take Arrecife holidays

Due to its proximity to North Africa, Arrecife has a typically dry climate and sunshine all year round. To take advantage of the summer months, an ideal time to plan Arrecife holidays would be from April until November when temperatures range between 20-30 degrees Celsius. The island can be reached by flying in to Lanzarote Airport, conveniently located just 7 km from the resort. Taxis and a regular bus services are available upon arrival to escort visitors to the town of Arrecife. Arrecife is in the Western European Time Zone.

Arrecife holidays: What to see and do

A great place to begin Arrecife holidays would be at El Reducto, Arrecife's beach. The white, sandy shore is backed by a long promenade which runs along the entire coast. There are plenty of watersports facilities available including wind surfing, sailing and scuba diving and strong swimmers can swim out to the small island of Fermina. El Charco de San Ginés is a beautiful sea water lagoon surrounded by outdoor bars and cafés.

There are a number of sites in Arrecife where holidaymakers can explore the impressive volcanic formations. Jameos del Agua is a spectacular volcanic grotto that has been tastefully transformed into a modern auditorium, garden and swimming pool. To witness volcanoes in their natural setting, visitors can walk or take a camel ride around the Timanfaya National Park. The International Museum of Contemporary Art is located in an 18th century fortress which overlooks the port. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy a round at the prestigious 18-hole golf course whilst enjoying Atlantic ocean views.