Maspalomas Dunes

Dunes of Maspalomas

Travelling to the desert without leaving Spain? In Gran Canaria it is possible.

Maspalomas Dunes are one of the symbols of the Island. This natural space is unique for its beauty and variety of ecosystems and was declared a Special Nature Reserve. It has 400 hectares that house a magnificent beach, a large field of Dunes formed completely by organic sand, the well-known Maspalomas Oasis and a forest of Palms, where you can enjoy, if you wish, a camel ride in the purest Saharan style. Feel like a Tuareg!

This enclave situated between Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas is surrounded by numerous hotel complexes, which is why the influx of visitors who come to enjoy it and roll around in the sand is quite high. Who wouldn't want to spend an afternoon going up and down dunes, filling up with sand and enjoying the good weather of Gran Canaria to end up taking a swim in the sea? Without a doubt, a perfect plan to share with friends or your couple!  And when you finish, you can take a walk along the kilometer long coast enjoying the pleasant temperatures that the island has, around 23ºC in winter and 30ºC in summer, to end up having a cool drink in any of the many bars and restaurants that are located both in the avenue of Playa del Inglés and in Faro de Maspalomas. This last one is another of the favourite places for visitors due to its proximity to the dunes and Charca de Maspalomas as well as the gastronomic offer of the maritime avenue; where you will find entertainment for young and old and perfect places to continue filling your holiday photo album.

From the top of any of its multiple dunes you can enjoy a spectacular view of the southern coast of Gran Canaria, where you can contemplate the contrasts of the fine golden sand with the intense blue of the sea and sky. This image left by Maspalomas Dunes is a beautiful picture to take on your holidays and return home with a postcard that will make your family talk about it. One of the places you can't miss on your visit to the island!