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Gran Canaria is famous for its great beaches and year round warm temperatures.
About 90 beaches count the island. Of course many beaches without sand. The best known here are the Maspalomas beach with the dunes in the background, or z.b. Playa del Ingles.
We know that there are many tourists who do not like venturing into the open sea. And even if you want a little cooling while sunbathing, zou don’t even want to put your feet in the water.
For all those tourists who are a little afraid of the open sea, there are numerous natural swimming pools in Gran Canaria.
At low tide you are surrounded by a rock wall that protects you from the open sea. These natural pools are great for snorkeling, as it is teeming with fish of all kinds within the pools.
One of the most sought after holiday destinations in Gran Canaria and a new home for many foreigners. Arguineguin offers a beautiful bathing bay and a natural swimming pool with a block over the open sea.
Hardly anyone finds their way to the La Furnia natural pool. Here, in the north of the island, some of the scenes for Danny MacAskill's Gran Canaria video were filmed. Sensational place to enjoy a few hours in peace.
On the way to the capital Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, you pass La Laja. An enormous monument - the god of the sea Triton - points directly to the natural swimming pool La Laja. Basins of various sizes invite you to swim your rounds in a safe environment.
You'll find El Puertillo when you make your way to the north of the island. Between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Galdar is the tranquil village with a long beach promenade. In addition to a sandy beach and some bars and restaurants, there is a huge ocean pool that is very popular with snorkelers.
About 10 minutes drive from El Puertillo, there is another great natural swimming pool. The "Charco de San Lorenzo” has two pools, of which the smaller one is suitable for children at low tide. Enjoy the view over the wild sea in the north of the island with its surfers.
Hidden behind kilometer-long banana plantations, you will find Roque Prieto in the deep north of the island. This natural swimming pool offers a breathtaking sunset, reflected in the swimming pool located in a bay.
The natural swimming pool El Agujero is located right next to a sandy beach. So you can choose if you want to sunbathe or take a dip in the natural pool. If you are hungry and thirsty, you will surely find some goodies in the restaurant next door.
Los dos Roques is a settlement in the hidden north of the island Gran Canaria. Half sandy beach, half sea pool invites you to enjoy a relaxing day. Children have a small playground here to romp.
Especially at weekends a very popular destination of the locals. These natural pools are probably the most spectacular on the island. There are caves through which you can pass from one basin to the other. Alternatively, ladders have been created to allow access from the inner basin to the outside basin.
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With these 9 natural swimming pools you already have some grwt recommendations for an exciting day. Remember to bring food and drinks, because most of these places have no restaurants. We also have to add that there are no comfortable loungers at these natural swimming bays. So take beach mats with you.
Have fun!