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Playa de Masca
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Playa de Masca is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 14th place out of 197 beaches in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife region 39.4 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of Masca settlement, just 2.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small bay with crystal blue water and gray sand, so you don't need 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Playa de Masca 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.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Del Eco, which has a rating of 5.8.
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Playa de Masca (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is located outside the Masca 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 Tenerife and the correct question is not how to get to Playa de Masca, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.
User reviews
"The view from Masca is breathtaking, but it's not something you'd want to experience more than once. The road to get there is a winding, treacherous journey through the mountains. If you're looking to reach the beach, you'll have to endure a grueling 8 km hike down from the village."
Ioan Iavorschi
"This spot is an excellent place to unwind and take in the sights. The ocean is crystal clear, and the view of Los Gigantos is stunning. The temperature is perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying a peaceful day."
Rudy Klaasen
User reviews
"The view from Masca is breathtaking, but it's not something you'd want to experience more than once. The road to get there is a winding, treacherous journey through the mountains. If you're looking to reach the beach, you'll have to endure a grueling 8 km hike down from the village."
Ioan Iavorschi
"This spot is an excellent place to unwind and take in the sights. The ocean is crystal clear, and the view of Los Gigantos is stunning. The temperature is perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying a peaceful day."
Rudy Klaasen
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de Masca?
The coastline of Playa de Masca is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Playa de Masca?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de Masca, 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 Masca good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa de Masca does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Playa de Masca 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa de Masca secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Playa de Masca?
Playa de Masca 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 Masca?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa de Masca.
There are 3 restaurants nearby.Bar Restaurant Masca is the closest place located 3100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de Masca?
There are 1134 places to stay in the Playa de Masca area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de Masca include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa de Masca from parking?
The Playa de Masca has no parking spot
Are there any attractions nearby Playa de Masca?
There are 4 attractions near Playa de Masca that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Barranco de Masca located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de Masca?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa de Masca 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 Masca (Tenerife) 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 Masca (Tenerife) 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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