#469 European Rank
El Golfo (Charco Verde)
Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Photo: H. Zell (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.41/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
22.4°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€48/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Volcanic Black Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Lanzarote, Canary Islands · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
19.1°C
Air 23°C
Feb
18.4°C
Air 24°C
Mar
18.3°C
Air 26°C
Apr
18.7°C
Air 29°C
May
19.6°C
Air 32°C
Jun
20.8°C
Air 35°C
Jul
21.6°C
Air 37°C
Aug
22.4°C
Air 37°C
Peak
Sep
23.0°C
Air 35°C
Oct
22.8°C
Air 32°C
Nov
21.5°C
Air 28°C
Dec
20.1°C
Air 25°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 22 Jun – 26 Nov (>21°C) · 156 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.7 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.3 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.5 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About El Golfo (Charco Verde)
A vivid emerald lagoon cupped in a half-collapsed volcanic crater, ringed by black sand and rust-red cliffs.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Short walking path from El Golfo fishing village parking area leading to the designated cliffside mirador.
•Protected Status / Environment: Located within the Parque Natural de los Volcanes, protected natural reserve; swimming inside the green lagoon is strictly prohibited.
•Notable Feature: An intense emerald-green lagoon (*Charco de los Clicos / Charco Verde*) nestled inside a half-submerged hydrovolcanic crater, bordered by volcanic black sand and red cliffs.
Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Lanzarote, Canary Islands. Accessible via regional coastal roads (28.981°N, -13.831°E).
•The green lagoon is protected; swim on the adjacent black beach.
•A half-sunk volcanic crater and a vivid green lagoon on Lanzarote's west coast.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
TFS · 25m drive20-30 min transfer from Tenerife South (TFS).
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Golfo (Charco Verde)
What is the water temperature at El Golfo (Charco Verde)?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at El Golfo (Charco Verde) averages 22.4°C (72°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is El Golfo (Charco Verde)?
El Golfo (Charco Verde) is classified as a volcanic black sand shoreline located in Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain.
Is El Golfo (Charco Verde) good for families with kids?
Yes, El Golfo (Charco Verde) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at El Golfo (Charco Verde)?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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