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San Sebastián de la Gomera
Playa de la Guancha
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About
Playa de la Guancha is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 159th place out of 197 beaches in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife region 73.8 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of El Cabrito settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal blue water and gray sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Playa de la Guancha coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail more than 1km long.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de El Cabrito, which has a rating of 6.8.
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+21
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+19
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4.8
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Playa de la Guancha (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is located outside the El Cabrito settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the La Gomera, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"That place is a perfect spot for a day of relaxation. The waves come in gently, making it ideal for swimming. On the weekends, a warm and friendly couple can be found here, who own the nearby holiday home. You can get to this beach either by boat or by following the GR132 itinerary's Etapa 8."
Mikaylah
"The beach may look nice, but the sight of the nearby rubbish dump is an eyesore. The wind carries the plastic waste from the dump, polluting the beautiful blue waters of the sea."
Maria Asensio
User reviews
"That place is a perfect spot for a day of relaxation. The waves come in gently, making it ideal for swimming. On the weekends, a warm and friendly couple can be found here, who own the nearby holiday home. You can get to this beach either by boat or by following the GR132 itinerary's Etapa 8."
Mikaylah
"The beach may look nice, but the sight of the nearby rubbish dump is an eyesore. The wind carries the plastic waste from the dump, polluting the beautiful blue waters of the sea."
Maria Asensio
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de la Guancha?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Playa de la Guancha?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de la Guancha, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playa de la Guancha good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa de la Guancha does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa de la Guancha good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa de la Guancha secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Playa de la Guancha?
Playa de la Guancha can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de la Guancha?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de la Guancha.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de la Guancha?
There are 200 places to stay in the Playa de la Guancha area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de la Guancha include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa de la Guancha from parking?
The Playa de la Guancha has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long trail with descent at the end.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa de la Guancha?
There are 4 attractions near Playa de la Guancha that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Torre del Conde Park located in 2.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de la Guancha?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa de la Guancha is September. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 19°C and water 20°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa de la Guancha (La Gomera) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa de la Guancha (La Gomera) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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