Hotels near Los Gigantes Cliffs

The Acantilados de Los Gigantes (Cliffs of the Giants) plunge 600 metres straight into the Atlantic on Tenerife's western coast. These basalt walls are the island's most dramatic geological feature and visible from kilometres away. The town of Los Gigantes sits at their southern base, with a small marina, a black-sand beach tucked against the cliff foot, and a string of seafood restaurants along the waterfront.

The best way to appreciate the scale is from the water. Boat trips depart from Los Gigantes marina daily - options range from two-hour catamaran cruises (EUR 25-35) to small zodiac trips that hug the cliff base. Many tours combine the cliffs with whale and dolphin watching, since resident pods of short-finned pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins live in the channel between Tenerife and La Gomera. From land, the viewpoint at the top of Calle Flor de Pascua gives a free cliff-edge perspective.

Pro Tip: Book an early-morning boat trip (08:00-09:00 departures) for the calmest seas and best light on the cliffs. Afternoon wind chop can make smaller boats uncomfortable. The marina's Playa de Los Gigantes beach gets full sun until late afternoon and is far quieter than the southern resort beaches.