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Salinas de Janubio Private Tour: Uncover History of Salt Extraction in Lanzarote

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95 Ratings

Yaiza

Uncover the fascinating history of salt extraction in Lanzarote on a private tour of Salinas de Janubio. Explore the artisanal and manual process of making sea salt and discover the family history, architecture, and landscape of the only salt mine in the Canary Islands.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Salinas de Janubio - In Salinas de Janubio you can enjoy a 90-minute guided tour and discover the process of making sea salt from the cookers to the extraction in an artisanal and manual way, as it was made in the past.
It is the only salt mine in Lanzarote and the Canary Islands with more than 127 years of uninterrupted activity, passing from generation to generation.
A unique visit on foot, where you will enjoy its family history, the hydraulic layout, its mills for extracting water, its architecture and its landscape, ethnographic and environmental values.

It will end at the Bodega de la Sal with a tasting of Flor de Sal and the Flavors of Janubio.

What's Included

Tasting of Flor de Sal.
Experiencing the Flavors of Janubio.

Additional Information

At Salinas de Janubio, you will be led on a 90-minute guided exploration where you will gain insights into the traditional process of sea salt production, from the boiling stages to manual extraction, just as it used to be done in bygone days. This salt mine, the only one in Lanzarote and the Canary Islands, boasts over 127 years of continuous operation, with the knowledge passed down from generation to generation. Experience this distinct journey on foot, appreciating their family heritage, watercourse designs, water extracting mills, architectural highlights and ethnographic and ecological significance. Join us on this saline journey through the largest salt marshes in the Canary Islands, offering visitors a unique landscape where the bond between mankind, the sea, and Lanzarote’s volcanoes is palpable.

Location

Tienda de salinas de Janubio

Calle los Hervideros

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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113hazelr

Apr 10, 2024

Well worth visiting; we highly recommend the tour. - You can just park in the car park, make a purchase at the small shop or cafe/bar, and look out over the salt lakes for free. But you can't get through the barrier and actually walk amongst the salt lakes and see them up close, nor get near to the lagoon, without the tour. Incidentally, it is also prohibited to approach the lagoon from the beach on the opposite side (there's another car park here too) as it's a protected area (the signs are rather small). I struggled to identify birds on the lagoon from the beach with just binoculars. I initially baulked at the 22 euros each fee for the tour; it seemed pricy. However, I'm really glad we went ahead. Our guide was an Italian lady called Sabrina who spoke both Spanish and English, and whose knowledge and enthusiasm were infectious. The (approx 90 minute) tour was so interesting, covering the production process, the history, the ecology and more. This information allows you to appreciate what you are seeing so much more, and the importance of the salinas to the island, and of the paying visitors to the salinas. Close to the lagoon, we were allowed to climb to the top of one of the wind powered water pumps for the best views. Here, I was also able to identify ruddy ducks and black winged stilt. Then we returned to the buildings for a tasting session - not only of their salt but of local wine, cheese and tomatoes from other producers. All wonderful. Surprising that salt can have such distinct flavour and textures! You also receive a complimentary packet of their salt to take home (looking forward to using that on some home grown padron peppers later this summer!), so you really do get your money's worth! Muchas gracias.