Piscinas de Punta Mujeres are natural seawater pools along the coast of Punta Mujeres, on Lanzarote. Lava rocks and black sand surround the pools, where you can swim or look for fish and crabs in the clear water. The tide shapes the visit: at low tide, some pools can be very shallow; at high tide, waves may make swimming unsafe. Bring water shoes and a mask for exploring, or follow the sea wall for coastal views and a quiet place to pause.
Pools shaped by the tide
The natural pools at Punta Mujeres fill with seawater as the tide rises. Their depth changes, so a pool that is easy to explore at one point in the tidal cycle can be very shallow at another. At high tide, waves can also make the water choppy. Check conditions before swimming and choose a walk along the sea wall if the water looks rough.
A coastal village by the pools
Punta Mujeres means “Women’s Point.” The name comes from a local tradition: women waited here for their husbands to return from fishing. The village’s coastline now draws people to its pools, where lava rocks and black sand meet the sea. Fish and crabs can be seen in the water, and the shore has colorful buildings, hanging pots and floral boats.
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When is the best time to swim in the pools?
Go when the tide has filled the pools and the sea is calm. At low tide, some water can be only around 30 centimetres deep; high tide can bring choppy waves.
What should I bring to Punta Mujeres’ natural pools?
Bring water shoes and, if you want to look for marine life, a mask or goggles. Fins can also be useful for snorkeling.
What can you see in the pools?
The clear water can reveal fish and crabs. Around the shore, look for hanging pots, floral boats and colorful buildings.
