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Attractions and Amenities
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Attractions and AmenitiesIn recognition of the contribution that tourism makes to the island's economy, it is not surprising to find that the Tourism Board de Lanzarote have offices in the area at:Oficina de Turismo de Puerto del Carmen Avenida de Las Playas, s/n 35510 Puerto del Carmen Tias Telephone: +34 928 515 337 Fax: +34 928 515 337 Email: puertodelcarmen@cabildodelanzarote.com
and as with other resorts on the island, these local offices are then supported by the Central Department of
Tourism in Arrecife:
As we have already briefly mentioned on our general introduction pages, the focal point of this part of the coast is
undoubtedly the magnificent Puerto Calero Marina, which in recent years has become one of the most exclusive
and prestigious yacht harbours in the Canaries. Construction of the marina began almost 25 years ago now when the
developer José Calero first recognised the potential in this part of south east Lanzarote and formed Puerto Calero SA
with the aim of creating an exclusive development consisting of a marina, residential area and golf course.
Today, although the dream of a golf course has not yet been fully realised, the Puerto Calero Marina is nevertheless
home to around 420 luxury yachts and boats ranging in size from 8 to 75 metres. Contact details for more information are:
The success of Puerto Calero Marina development has also attracted many other leisure services organisations to base their
businesses here. These include the 75ft Catlanza catamaran which sails daily from the marina along the east coast towards
the resort of Playa Blanca and the Papagayo beaches. On the way you have the opportunity to experience a ride
on a powerful jet ski and perhaps even steer at the helm and imagine what's it would be like to own your own
million dollar catamaran. Contact details for more information and bookings are:
A unique way of seeing what lies beneath the seas around Lanzarote is by the Sub Fun Tres tourist submarine,
which also operates out of the marina at Puerto Calero.
For the technically minded, the Sub Fun Tres is 1 of only 8 Mark III tourist submarines that were built by
the Mobimar Corporation of Finland
and is 18.6m long, can safely dive to a depth of 75m and cruise at 2 knots,
whilst carrying a maximum of 48 passengers plus a crew of 2. A trip on The Sub Fun Tres
usually lasts around 1 hour, during which you will normally be submerged for around 50 minutes,
and departs throughout the day from 10am. Contact details for more information and bookings is:
Another more cultural attraction in the area is the Canarian Cetacean Museum, which is housed in the former dry dock facilities
of Puerto Calero. Before you ask, a cetacean is any member of the group of marine mammals that includes whales, dolphins and
porpoises. The museum is run by The Association for the Study of Cetaceans in the Canary Archipelago, which is often abbreviated
to "Secac", and represents the results of over 20 years worth of research into the whales and dolphins of the Canary Islands.
With the aid of images, sound, life-size replicas and various skeletons, visitors are able to experience at first hand
the characteristics and lifestyle of these fascinating creatures. The museum is fully accessible for disabled visitors and
explanations and details of the exhibits are given in three languages. The museum is open seven days a week from around
11:00am each day and contact details for more information and bookings are:
If you have access to a car, the Rancho Texas park on the outskirt of Puerto del Carmen, is the recreation of the American wild west
complete with cowboys, indians, wig wams, buffalo, crocodiles and many other exotic animals.
Overall the park took over 5 years to create and now covers an area of some 50,000 m˛.
As you enter the attraction you are met by Sofia, who is a huge owl with piercing yellow eyes, and with whom you
will undoubtedly be photographed with. During the day you can lose the children for hours whilst they play in
the Indian village or pan for gold amongst the waters of the goldmine water wheel, although be sure to reserve
their seats for the eagle, crocodile and parrot shows that also take place at regular intervals throughout the
day. In keeping with their western theme, the park also has its own riding stables where absolute novices
can safely enjoy a short horseback ride, and more experienced riders can undertake a 1/2 day trek down
to the beach. During the evening and after the main park closes for the day, their Country and Western
themed nights are also a very popular attraction where the whole family can party the night away.
Their own professional entertainment team will endeavour to keep everyone entertained with a combination
of live music and line dancing along with special entertainment for the children. Central to the evening is always
their "eat as much as you can" American style BBQ complete with beer, sangria or soft drinks all included
within the entrance price. Entrance to the park is quite reasonable at around 14€ for adults and 9€ for children,
although for those visitors staying in one of their 10 specially designed lodges on site daily entrance is of course
free. Contact details for more information and bookings is:
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