Playa Blanca resident Freya Finch will walk approximately 212 kilometres around Lanzarote in seven days, starting on 15th November, to raise money for two charitable causes and attempt a Guinness World Record.
Freya Finch is preparing for a major challenge that will see her walk the entire coastline of Lanzarote, covering approximately 212 kilometres on foot between 15th and 21st November 2026.
Starting at 07:30 on Sunday, 15th November, from Playa Blanca town centre, Freya hopes to become the first person to officially complete the island’s entire coastal route on foot.
The challenge will raise money for two causes close to her heart: 1st Lanzarote Scouts and research into pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in Gran Canaria.
As Group Scout Leader of 1st Lanzarote Scouts, Freya hopes to help three of her Explorers and herself attend the World Scout Jamboree in Gdańsk, Poland, from 30th July to 8th August 2027.
The other half of the money raised will support research into pulmonary arterial hypertension in Gran Canaria. The research team helped Freya’s mum, making the cause particularly personal for her.
Seven days around the island
Freya’s route will take her from Playa Blanca along the west coast, north towards Órzola and then down the east coast before returning to the south.
The planned stages are:
- 15th November: Playa Blanca to Tenesar, via El Golfo and Timanfaya.
- 16th November: Tenesar to Famara, via La Santa.
- 17th November: Famara to Órzola, via Haría and the Mirador del Río.
- 18th November: Órzola to Arrieta.
- 19th November: Arrieta to Playa Honda, via Costa Teguise and Arrecife.
- 20th November: Playa Honda to Playa Quemada, via Puerto del Carmen.
- 21st November: Playa Quemada to Papagayo, crossing the Los Ajaches hills.
The route may change depending on access and safety. In particular, Freya will have to travel inland between Famara and Órzola because the coastal path beneath the Famara cliffs has been closed since a rockfall in May 2026.
The challenge has some strict rules. Freya must complete the entire route on foot, without using taxis, buses, cars, bicycles or lifts. She will also avoid supermarkets, shops, restaurants and cafés throughout the week.
At the end of each day, she must sleep wherever she has reached, whether in a tent, her camper van or a friend’s house. Friends and family can bring her food, water and other supplies in the evenings.
Raising €10,000 for charity
Freya has set a fundraising target of €10,000, with donations split equally between 1st Lanzarote Scouts and PAH research in Gran Canaria.
At the time of writing, just over €1,000 has been raised.
Freya has lived in Lanzarote for almost 22 years and runs Finchy Fitness in Playa Blanca. Alongside her fitness business, she is actively involved in the local community through her work with the Scouts.
She describes her challenges as being “a little bit mad” and hopes this latest adventure will help raise awareness and funds for both causes.
Residents invited to join the walk
People in Lanzarote will have the opportunity to join Freya for sections of the route. A live tracking map on her website will show her location while she is walking.
Anyone wishing to walk with her should contact her through WhatsApp beforehand. Friends and supporters can also leave messages on her website, which she plans to read each evening.
Freya will share daily updates, including photographs and details of the challenges along the way.
More information, the live map and updates are available at www.followfreya.com.
Donations can be made through her GoFundMe page. Freya can also be contacted by email at finchyfitnessclasses@gmail.com or by WhatsApp on +34 646 605 838.
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