What color is the sand in Lanzarote beach?

Lanzarote, like most of its Canary Island neighbours, is mostly formed by volcanic eruptions, though most of its beaches are covered in either white or golden sand.



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Unlike most of the Canary Islands, Lanzarote is home to just a few black sand beaches, one of the most serene being Quemada Beach. It is mostly covered with rocks and pebbles, but you can find a place to lay down your towel under the hills that line the shore.

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Formed when sea water flooded an old volcanic crater, the water is green as a result of algae (Ruppia-Maritima) in the water. There's a vibrant green mineral called olivine founded around the lagoon making popular with geologists and jewellery makers.

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Lanzarote is often referred to as the best Canary Island for beaches and Caletón Blanco is one that belongs on postcards. Squish your toes in pristine white sand on your way to sinking into serene water so clear you can see nail polish shining brightly on the bottom.

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The Canaries' Best Beaches
  • Lanzarote. Lovers of all things sun, sand and sea will find beach paradise in Lanzarote! ...
  • Tenerife. Wide golden arcs add a heavenly holiday spark when it comes to Tenerife's beaches. ...
  • Gran Canaria. ...
  • Fuerteventura.


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During your holiday in Lanzarote, you can exercise by swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, a large natural pool available all year round. This also provides the opportunity to observe the island's marine fauna, making for a spectacular swimming experience surrounded by aquatic life.

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Gran Canaria is most noted for its rugged coastlines, white sandy beaches, calm waters and African-influenced climate.

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Las Teresitas, Tenerife Las Teresitas is almost one mile long, consisting of fine, golden sand and flanked by cacti, palm trees, and olive-hued hills. The shore here is gently sloping, so perfect for paddlers of all ages. There are kayaks and paddle boats for hire if you want more aquatic fun.

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Tenerife has a range of stunning and unique black sand beaches that are each worth visiting. One of the most famous is Playa Jardin, in Puerto de la Cruz, with its impressive botanical garden, black volcanic sand, and crystal-clear turquoise waters.

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The sand on the beaches is formed by the erosion of the nearby cliffs, which in Tenerife takes on special importance due to its volcanic origin and the characteristic black colour of the solidified lava. Lanzarote and Iceland are some of the few places in the world where we can find this unique colour.

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Green Lake is a protected area so it is strictly forbidden to swim in it or to throw any kind of garbage in its surroundings. It is everyone's duty to take care of our natural heritage in order to continue enjoying it for many years more.

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