Water from the Moon: why every drop of water in Lanzarote is precious
- Casa Mialma Lanzarote
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
When we talk about water in Lanzarote, we discover one of the island’s most fascinating and lesser-known stories. Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean but without rivers, lakes, or significant natural freshwater sources, Lanzarote has learned to live with a resource that is both essential and rare.
Rainfall is scarce throughout the year, and the volcanic soil does not allow large reserves of fresh water to form naturally. For this reason, most of the water that reaches homes across the island comes from seawater desalination, an advanced technological process that makes life possible in this unique environment. However, producing freshwater from the ocean requires a considerable amount of energy and careful management of resources.
Every time we turn on a tap in Lanzarote, it is worth remembering that behind that simple gesture there is a long journey..
Tap water in Lanzarote: can you drink it?
One of the most common questions visitors ask when arriving on the island is: Can you drink tap water in Lanzarote?
Although the water supplied to homes meets official health and safety standards, the desalination process and the treatments it undergoes can affect its taste and mineral composition. For this reason, most residents and visitors generally choose bottled water for drinking and cooking.
Tap water is perfectly suitable for showers, personal hygiene, cleaning, and all other household uses. It is simply a matter of choosing the option that makes your stay more comfortable while understanding the particular characteristics of this island.
A precious resource that should never be wasted
In Lanzarote, saving water is not only an environmental choice: it is a way of respecting the land and the people who call this island home all year round.
It is not unusual for some municipalities to temporarily interrupt the water supply, sometimes even for two days a week, in order to manage the water network efficiently or carry out maintenance work.
For this reason, many homes, including many holiday accommodations, have water tanks or traditional aljibes, old-style reservoirs that have been used on the island for generations to collect and store water. These reserves help guarantee water availability during temporary interruptions, but they are not unlimited.
Even when a property has a water tank, the stored water is still a limited resource. This is why using it carefully and avoiding unnecessary waste is essential.
A small gesture that reflects the way you travel
Travelling also means learning about the place that welcomes us, understanding its challenges, and respecting its natural balance.
In Lanzarote, small actions can make a real difference: taking shorter showers, turning off the tap while brushing your teeth, using washing machines and dishwashers only when fully loaded, and reporting any leaks as soon as possible.
These are simple habits, but together they help protect one of the island’s most valuable resources.
Lanzarote teaches us that sustainability is not about making great sacrifices, but about becoming more aware of our everyday choices. Here, water is not just a service: it is the result of a delicate balance between nature, technology, and respect for the environment.
During your stay, every drop you save is a gesture of care towards this extraordinary island, helping preserve its authenticity and beauty for future generations of travellers.
Truly getting to know a place like Lanzarote also means learning to respect the unique balance that defines it and shapes its beauty. Being aware and taking part through small daily actions of care and responsibility allows you to take home not only wonderful memories, but also the authentic feeling of having been a true traveller.
At Casa Mialma Lanzarote, we do our best to act with respect and responsibility towards the island that welcomes us. Caring for the land and its environment is an important value for us, and one that we wish to share with our guests.
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