Los Gigantes
Los Gigantes
A small resort on Tenerife's west coast, dominated by the Los Gigantes cliffs rising 600 metres from the sea, and one of the best places in Europe for whale watching.
Los Gigantes sits on the far west coast of Tenerife, about 35km north of the south coast resorts. It is a relatively small and quiet town that takes its name from the extraordinary sea cliffs immediately above it. The Acantilados de los Gigantes rise vertically from the Atlantic to heights of 500 to 800 metres, making them the tallest sea cliffs in Europe. The town itself is relaxed and unpretentious, with a marina, a small black sand beach and a clear view across to the island of La Gomera.
What [Destination] is known for
Los Gigantes is best known for its cliffs and its marine life. The Acantilados de los Gigantes can only be fully appreciated from the sea, and boat trips from the marina are the main reason most people come here. Tours range from short speedboat runs to longer sailing trips that combine the cliffs with a swim stop at the remote Masca beach and a search for pilot whales and dolphins. The waters between Tenerife and La Gomera are home to a resident population of pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins, making this one of the most reliable whale watching spots in Europe. Kayaking beneath the cliffs is another popular option for those who want to get close to the rock faces at their own pace. Back in town, the marina has a pleasant promenade, seafood restaurants and a daily market of local crafts. The small beach, Playa de los Guíos, is dark sand but the water is calm and clear. A few kilometres north, the Teno Rural Park offers hiking and dramatic coastal scenery.
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The essential experience is a boat trip to see the cliffs from the sea, combined with whale and dolphin watching. Most trips last two to three hours and include a swimming stop. For something more active, book a guided kayak tour that takes you along the base of the cliff faces. After returning to the marina, walk the promenade and have lunch looking out to La Gomera. Combine a visit to Los Gigantes with the nearby village of Masca, one of the most dramatic and photographed spots in Tenerife.
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The marina promenade has a good range of seafood restaurants with views over the water. Fresh fish, Canarian potatoes and grilled octopus are the things to order. The restaurants here tend to be quieter and less tourist-trappy than the big south coast resorts.
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The cliffs and marina stay warm and mostly dry for much of the year, thanks to shelter from the mountains behind. July, August and the Christmas to Easter period bring the most visitors. Spring and September give the same weather with a quieter harbour.
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Los Gigantes is on the west coast, about 35 minutes by car from Costa Adeje and 40 minutes from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). The TF-1 motorway connects the south coast to the turning for Los Gigantes. Buses run from the south coast resorts. A car is the most practical way to explore the area and to reach Masca nearby.
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For whale watching, choose a small-boat operator with Barco Azul certification rather than a large catamaran. Morning tours generally have calmer seas and better light. Kayaking beneath the cliffs is one of the best activities on the island — book through the marina. Combine Los Gigantes with a drive to the village of Masca, about 20 minutes inland. The sunsets here are spectacular — the west-facing location and La Gomera on the horizon make for outstanding evening light.
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