When the eruptions of 1730 through 1736 on Lanzarote Island created Timanfaya National Park, the lava flowed until it reached the sea.
There it cooled in an instant, coupled with erosion from the battering of fierce powerful Atlantic Ocean waves over almost 300 years, a most spectacular scene was born.
Los Hervideros translates to the boiling pots, and visiting during high tide or when the moon is full the rugged coastline will put on a show.
Take the short walk no more than a half-mile to explore the labyrinth path delightfully designed by artist César Manrique.
Watch as the waves pile in to the underwater sea caves, carving them deeper and deeper with each day.
Discover balconies with the best vistas overlooking blowholes, whose choppy churning water smashes against rock walls, giving the site its name.
In the distance colorful mountains dot the horizon, beckoning a closer look.
The most vibrant of them all is the red volcano Montaña Bermeja standing 367 feet tall, not to be confused with a mountain that shares the same name on neighboring islet La Graciosa.
A parking lot just one minute down the road sits at the base of this mountain and across the street is scenic black sand cove, Playa Montaña Bermeja . Being so close to the road, the beach is very accessible and a great spot for sunbathing, but not so much for swimming due to its strong current. It is a small stretch of sand and at its northern most reaches there are craggy volcanic pillars reaching out of the sea.
With the conglomeration of red mountains, black lava, and blue sea – this area is a carousel for the senses.
Good to know:
+Admission is free
+Large parking lot
+No restroom facilities
+Watch children closely there are steep drops
+Visiting early will avoid tour buses
Nearby:
+Salinas de Janubio
+El Lago Verde