Trekking: Volcán Caldera Colorada (Timanfaya)

Caldera Colorada (Red Caldera) is a volcanic crater located in the Timanfaya National Park, in the southwest of the island of Lanzarote. It is one of several volcanic craters in the park that were formed by the eruption of the volcano Montañas del Fuego (Mountains of Fire) in the 18th century.

The crater is approximately 150 meters wide and 50 meters deep and its slopes are covered with red, orange and yellow tones due to the iron and other minerals in the soil. This gives the name “Caldera Colorada” (Red Caldera) to the crater.

Visitors to the park can take a tour to see the crater and other volcanic landscapes, such as the Fire Mountains, La Geria and the Montañas del Fuego. The park also offers several hiking trails that allow visitors to explore the volcanic landscapes and learn about the geology and ecology of the area.

Caldera Colorada is a unique and spectacular natural attraction that offers visitors a glimpse of the island’s volcanic past and the forces that shaped it. The park and the crater are considered a must-see destination for anyone visiting Lanzarote.

Lava bombs

A “lava bomb” is a volcanic rock fragment that is thrown out of a volcano during an eruption. These bombs can vary in size and shape, and can be made of solidified lava or a mixture of volcanic ash and rock fragments. They are formed when molten lava is thrown into the air and cools rapidly, solidifying into a solid rock fragment.