Famara is one of those spots that will spoil you: reliable cross-shore winds, long sandy beach launches and plenty of room to build speed. If you want to get the most from a Famara cross-shore run — safely and smoothly — preparation makes all the difference. Below I share my step-by-step routine for prepping gear, body and mindset, specifically when I'm using Fanatic or Duotone kit. These are...
I love combining two very different coastal experiences: a short night hike to enjoy sunset and stars, followed by a...
If you’re a certified PADI Open Water diver who hasn’t been in the water for a while, booking a refresher day from...
Los Hervideros is one of those places that looks like a moonscape from the shore and a dramatic cathedral of black rock...
Planning a day that squeezes a morning hike, an afternoon windsurf session and an evening reef snorkel around Lanzarote...
When I head north along Lanzarote’s rugged coastline—whether for a solo hike across the lava fields above Famara or...
I get asked a lot where to see angel sharks and sargos around Lanzarote — two very different encounters that I still...
I run guided dives around Lanzarote almost every week, and over the years I’ve developed a compact, conservation-first briefing I use with clients before every trip. The goal is simple: keep divers safe, reduce our footprint on fragile volcanic reefs and marine life, and give people a better...
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I still remember the first time I breathed nitrox on a dive around Lanzarote — a calm wall off Los Colorados, the sun slicing through the water column, and a feeling that I could stay down a little longer without the usual edge of fatigue. Since then I’ve used enriched air on many of my deeper...
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Why this loop mattersI love Famara for its raw coastline and wind-sculpted sand, and I’m equally drawn to the strange, quiet beauty around Los Jameos. This hidden loop between Caleta de Famara and Los Jameos is one of my favourite day hikes when I want a mix of dramatic coastal views, volcanic...
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First dives are magical — weightless, quiet and full of new sensations — but they can also throw up a few physical surprises that spoil the moment if you don’t know how to handle them. Over the years I’ve guided hundreds of first-time divers around Lanzarote and across the Canary Islands,...
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I’ve spent a decade exploring the coast around La Santa — from calm sheltered bays to the rocky open stretches that demand respect. If you’re planning to snorkel or freedive here, understanding tides and currents is the single most important safety and enjoyment hack you can learn. In this...
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I often get asked what wetsuit I travel with when I head to Lanzarote — whether I'm guiding a snorkel trip off Papagayo, teaching a rescue course, or chasing wind at Famara. The island’s water is generally forgiving, but conditions vary: cooler mornings, wind-churned seas, and long days in and...
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Playa Chica is one of my favourite spots for night diving in Lanzarote—sheltered bay, easy shore access and a seabed that comes alive after sunset. If you’re booking your first guided night dive with a PADI instructor, here’s a step-by-step, practical walk-through of what to expect and how to...
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Famara is one of those places where the Atlantic writes its own rules — and where I never get bored of discovering small changes in wind, swell and sandbar shapes that completely alter a windsurf run. Over the years I've spent countless sessions on this coast, from relaxed freeride to...
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I run regular day trips from Puerto del Carmen and over the years I’ve developed a compact checklist I give to new divers before they join my boat. These are the essentials that keep a day safe, relaxed and enjoyable — gear that actually matters in Lanzarote conditions, simple gas and dive...
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I dive and snorkel around Lanzarote almost every week, so I know how quickly a calm swim can turn choppy when the Atlantic wind picks up. Choosing the right snorkel mask for these conditions makes a huge difference — not just for comfort, but for safety and how much you actually see underwater....
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