Los Gigantes is a delightful resort on the South West coast of Tenerife famed for its natural beauty. The pretty town, located some twenty miles or so from Los Cristianos and Playa de Las Americas, has many attractions to offer visitors of all ages.
With its sunny café-lined streets, the stunning, sandy beach, not to mention the prestigious marina which lends the town an air of exclusivity, Los Gigantes is an ideal destination for those wishing to explore Tenerife.
Much of the resort's appeal comes from its wealth of natural attractions such as the child-friendly beach with its black volcanic sands. Unlike many of the beaches on the south of the island which are man-made, this un-crowded, gently-sloping beach can be found in all its organic glory.
The south west of the island is said to bask in the very best of the Canary Island's incredible climate and this, coupled with the warm crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, provides an outstanding opportunity for scuba diving as well as the chance to choose from the array of trips to local dolphin and whale colonies. The ocean also provides the perfect vantage point for viewing the breathtaking scenery of the imposing cliffs.
Right next to the beach you will find the Marina, said to be one of the best in Tenerife. Here you can while away the hours in one of the cafes or bars that line the front of the marina or stroll along the top of the sea wall for a good look at the boats on one side and the town on the other.
Further inland, the town's commercial centre offers a large selection of top-class restaurants serving a variety of international cuisine and provides shopping for everything from locally grown fruit and vegetables to designer clothes. The central square is a pedestrian zone where the town's church stands and many of the main local events take place.
Lying at the foot of the spectacular cliffs which give the resort its name, Los Gigantes has a wonderful sense of tranquillity and great care has been taken to ensure that any development maintains this atmosphere. The Gigantes (meaning "Giant") cliffs provide a dramatic backdrop to the town's many amenities as well as providing a natural protection from over-expansion in the area.
This blend of sympathetic development and natural beauty makes Los Gigantes a must see for those wishing to discover the charms of Tenerife.
