Los Gigantes, a former fishing village located on the sun-drenched west coast of Tenerife, is famous for its majestic jaw-dropping cliffs known as the Acantilados de Los Gigantes that plunge dramatically to the Atlantic. The town was named after the cliffs - Los Gigantes meaning “The Giants.”
Its very own micro-climate, regarded as one of the best in the world, means that Los Gigantes enjoys enviable warm dry weather all year round.
A quaint and charming seaside town with marina, Los Gigantes resort was developed in the 1960s and 1970s and is a bit quieter and more relaxed than some of the bigger resorts further south. It has remained much unchanged over the years and there is just one road in and one road out. The attraction of Los Gigantes is that it does not cater for “massed tourism.” It offers a perfect blend of awe-inspiring views, laid-back island vibes, and ocean adventures.
The attractive marina which is full of small yachts is surrounded by shops and restaurants. Throughout the town there is a wonderful choice of excellent cafes, bars and restaurants to have breakfast, lunch or dinner. Any time of the day is perfect to taste the delicious gastronomy offered by this town. You will find options catering for all tastes, whether you are looking to try the most typical and traditional dishes of the Canary Islands, enjoy fresh fish and local specialties, or if you prefer to opt for international cuisine. There are many places to eat in Los Gigantes! Boutique style shops and a central piazza with a church also feature. The main beach in the town is small and has the natural volcanic black sand of the island.
Nearly one third of all whale and dolphin species pass through the Canary Islands and the coast near to Los Gigantes is a particularly good place for spotting them. Head to the marina and you will find a number of boat companies offering whale and dolphin tours and what could be better on your holiday than spotting one of these fabulous creatures.