Beaches

Arrieta: La Garita is a popular family beach close to shops and restaurants.

Punta Mujeres: a coastal village just north of Arrieta with many ‘piscinas’ – small swimming pools built into the lava with steps – that are free for anyone to use. Great for calm swimming in the often choppy waters that are characteristic of the northern end of the island, and a good area for snorkelling.

Orzola: there are several more isolated, very attractive beaches in the extreme north of the island. Caleton blanco is a bright, white sandy beach hemmed by lava offering very calm and shallow water which is perfect for small children.

Famara: a spectacular beach which stretches for several kilometers below the cliffs of Haría’s risco.

Playa del Risco: Esta es solo accesible por senderos escarpados o en barco, esta es la playa perfecta para quien no quiera las multitudes.