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Playa del Caracol
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About
Playa del Caracol is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 123th place out of 235 beaches in the Las Palmas region 131.6 km away from its center, the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It is one of the beaches of Tarajalejo settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal blue water and gray sand & pebble 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 etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Playa del Caracol 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.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Agando, which has a rating of 5.9.
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Playa del Caracol (Las Palmas) is located outside the Tarajalejo 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 Fuerteventura and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Playa del Caracol with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., 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
"Reaching Pebble Beach can be a challenge, even with a 4x4 - unless you are a local or have been there before. I suggest taking the coastal route (which will take around an hour from the R2 Bahia Playa Hotel) to explore the other beaches and the stunning desert vistas."
Maverick McCloud
"The beach is a great place to spend the day, with plenty of activities to keep you entertained. The sand is soft and the ocean is beautiful."
The beach is an ideal spot for a day of fun and relaxation. The powdery sand is a delight to walk on and the view of the sparkling sea is breathtaking. There are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, from swimming and sunbathi..."
Miguel Bautista
User reviews
"Reaching Pebble Beach can be a challenge, even with a 4x4 - unless you are a local or have been there before. I suggest taking the coastal route (which will take around an hour from the R2 Bahia Playa Hotel) to explore the other beaches and the stunning desert vistas."
Maverick McCloud
"The beach is a great place to spend the day, with plenty of activities to keep you entertained. The sand is soft and the ocean is beautiful."
The beach is an ideal spot for a day of fun and relaxation. The powdery sand is a delight to walk on and the view of the sparkling sea is breathtaking. There are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, from swimming and sunbathi..."
Miguel Bautista
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Mojo picón• 24 min walk
- Restaurante El Brase...• 24 min walk
- La Barraca• 24 min walk
- Pizzeria Faufal Tara...• 24 min walk
Attractions
- Cueva de Playa en Ta...• 18 min walk
- Hotel Ruins• 2.3km
- Plaza• 2.8km
Transport
- FUE• 36.6km
- Estación de Guaguas...• 29.4km
Localities
- Tarajalejo• 1.9km
- Las Palmas de Gran C...• 131.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa del Caracol?
Playa del Caracol has a gray sand and pebble cover. 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 pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Playa del Caracol?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa del Caracol, 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 del Caracol 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 del Caracol does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa del Caracol 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa del Caracol secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. 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
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa del Caracol?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa del Caracol.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mojo picón is the closest place located 1900 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa del Caracol?
There are 378 places to stay in the Playa del Caracol area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa del Caracol include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa del Caracol from parking?
The Playa del Caracol has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres and you have to overcome a small descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa del Caracol?
There are 3 attractions near Playa del Caracol that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cueva de Playa en Tarajalejo located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa del Caracol?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa del Caracol is September. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa del Caracol (Fuerteventura) 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 del Caracol (Fuerteventura) 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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