Playa de Tufia — Local services in Telde

Tufia beach is in the village of the same name on the eastern side of Gran Canaria. The village is specific for it's small white houses, and the beach for its black natural sand and dark-colored seabed due to lava. There is a huge parking lot before the entrance to the village, but unfortunately there are no shops, cafes or restaurants in the village itself. The beach is very small, about 40 m, so if you come during high tide, you can lie on the black lava shore or walk to Aguadulce beach, which is a 10-minute walk from it. Aguadulce is considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the island because the sand is golden, but it does not exude charm like the...

The best beach to go snorkeling on Gran Canaria. You can park on the hill and then just walk a little between the white houses, which are lovely by the way. A real authentic feeling and a lot of local people, not very touristy. There are no shops, bars or restaurants, which we loved. There is volcanic black sand and there is an entrance in the water that is not very rocky. The rocky hill protects the beach from the wind and waves. In the water we saw a pretty variety of tropical fish, the water was also very clear for the Canary Islands. A pretty little beach which...

I recently visited a beach that was nothing short of paradise. The crystal-clear waters made it an ideal spot for snorkeling, allowing me to explore the underwater world with ease. The gentle, calming breeze added to the tranquil atmosphere, making it a perfect escape from the daily hustle and bustle. The only minor drawback was its size, particularly when the tide was at its peak, but that didn't diminish the overall experience. It was a near-perfect beach getaway, and I can't...