Our apartment guarantees the perfect holiday all year round thanks to its ideal location. Los Gigantes in the southwest of Tenerife has the highest number of sunny hours on the island. The town is close to the island's bustling tourist paradise, yet it provides an exclusive, peaceful relaxation. We guarantee that you will have unforgettable experiences on the island of a thousand faces of eternal sunshine.
Our apartment is ideal for 2 people, but the sofa bed in the living room can comfortably accommodate 2 more people. The apartment is located in a quiet cul-de-sac, on the second floor of a garden apartment building.
Los Guios beach is 350 meters from our apartment, right at the foot of the beautiful cliffs. The beach has everything you need for a perfect holiday, sun loungers, parasols, bars, cafes, restaurants, shops. It is worth waiting for the sunset after a day of sunbathing, which bathes the gigantic rocks and the ocean in golden colors. Also close to our apartment is the Playa de La Arena beach, known for its black glittering sand and lined with palm trees. Such special stretches of beach can be found mostly on the secluded beaches of Anaga, but here it is also accompanied by a developed infrastructure. This bathing place regularly receives the UNESCO Blue Flag certification, which is an international recognition for the best beaches.
The living room and terrace offer stunning views of the ocean, the iconic rocks of Los Gigantes, the islands of La Gomera and La Palma.
The view at sunset is breathtaking.
The apartment also has a roof terrace equipped with sun loungers, from where the panorama is even more special. Enjoy the sun, listen to the sound of the waves and admire the panorama every day from the terrace!
Thanks to its exceptional unique location, the natural ocean pools of the area are within a few minutes' walk, perhaps the most beautiful of which is the Charco de Isla Cangrejo, which is located 10 minutes from our apartment
The town is located in the southwest of Tenerife, 20-30 km from Costa Adeje, Playa de Las Americas and Los Cristianos.
The once small fishing village has become a popular holiday destination in recent years, but has not lost its original charm. It got its name “THE GIANTS” from the steep cliffs rising 500-800 meters above the coast, which is one of the main attractions of Tenerife and is among the TOP 5 attractions in guidebooks. You can admire this picture from our apartment, even from the sofa.
A beautiful 6-kilometer coastal promenade runs from Los Gigantes to Alcalá, passing picturesque coastlines, coves and natural pools, and at the end of the promenade you will find one of the island's lesser-known beaches, Playa La Jaquita.
You can take wonderful trips to the nearby mountains, and the proximity of the ocean offers plenty of opportunities for water sports, as well as dolphin and whale watching boat trips. One of the island's main attractions, Masca Bay, is also nearby.
The streets of Los Gigantes are lined with cozy bars and shops. In this lovely little town, you can spend every evening listening to live music outdoors, in restaurants serving fresh fish and local specialties. Get ready to fall in love with Tenerife!
Tenerife boasts a diverse natural and cultural heritage and countless records. Let's take a look at some interesting facts!
The Canary Islands are located in the northeastern part of the Atlantic Ocean, geographically they belong to Africa, administratively they belong to Spain,, but they are an autonomous community, meaning they have their own government and legal system.
Of the 8 islands of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is the largest. Other islands:: Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Graciosa, La Gomera, La Palma, El Hiero.
Tenerife has an area of 2,034 km², which is about the size of 4 Budapests or 3 Lake Balatons. Tenerife is home to 43 percent of the Canary Islands' population, with a population of 960,000, ten times that of Hungary. Interestingly, Tenerife is visited by a "Hungarian" population of about9 million tourists every year.
Whale and dolphin watching cruises
Among the most popular programs in Tenerife are dolphin and whale watching cruises, which depart from the port of Los Gigantes, a 2-minute walk from our apartment. Countless tour operators offer 2-3 hour programs here, with yachts, catamarans, sailing boats or even pirate ships. It's a fantastic experience to meet pilot whales, bottlenose and humpback whales in their natural habitat. with dolphins, turtles. Often there are schools of Atlantic spotted dolphins, various flying fish, but we can also meet blue whales or orcas.
TIP: Don't miss swimming in Masca Bay!
PRO TIP: Just for you! At the end of the day, admire the sunset from the roof terrace of our apartment, or even from the sofa!
Teide excursion and night stargazing
Teide is one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world, its 3718- meter peak is the highest point in Spain and the Atlantic Ocean; measured from its base, it is 7500 m, making it the highest volcano in the world after the Hawaiian Islands. The Teide National Park, which covers an area of 18,990 hectares and includes Pico Viejo and Montana Blanca, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most visited national park in Europe. The Teide Observatory is located at 2390 meters. From the top of the volcano, there is a stunning panorama of the Canary Islands, which can be reached by cable car, and the last 300 meters can only be climbed with a permit. Don't miss the night stargazing tours, where the wonderful dimensions of the universe are revealed to us thanks to the zero light pollution.
TIP: Bring warm clothes with you, because due to the large difference in altitude it can be up to 15 degrees cooler than on the coast. +1 TIP: Don't even set off on a scooter!
Masca
This picturesque little village is located in the western part of Tenerife, in the embrace of the Teno mountains, with traditional Canarian architecture and a stunning location. One of the most beautiful villages in Tenerife, away from the tourist beaches, a real gem among the clouds, from which you can enjoy stunning views of the ocean and the gorge. Popular hiking trails start from here, which lead through the valley all the way to the coast. From there, you can return to Los Gigantes by motorboat. These excursions are worth taking with a tour guide. The interesting thing about the Masca Valley is that, according to legend, pirates hid their treasures here. Let me know if you find it!
TIP: Get information before you set off by car, because during peak times there are a lot of tourists visiting this location and in addition to the winding serpentine roads, parking can also be a challenge!
Loro Park - The best zoo in the world
This world-famous zoo is located in Puerto de La Cruz, in the north of Tenerife. It is a unique place where we can see more than 400 different animal species. It also has the world's largest parrot collection and penguinarium. Entering the tropical sanctuary, we can feel like we are in a special oxygen tent thanks to the exotic plants and the jungle-like environment. The park also has world-class orca, dolphin and seal shows. Loro Park has been around for over 50 years, and its exemplary efforts in the field of saving endangered species and scientific research have been recognized worldwide. Loro Park boasts countless records and international recognition.
TIP: If you also visit Siam Park, Europe's best water park, you can buy a discounted combination ticket.
We look forward to welcoming you to our apartment! Our apartment is a family business, and like many stories, this one also started with love at first sight. At first we came to Tenerife “just” for a holiday and to visit our daughter who worked here, the next time we started making plans and dreams, and then we were finally captivated by the atmosphere of the island, its wonderful natural and cultural environment and the positive energy and love of life of the people here. We felt that this was exactly what was missing from our lives, so we made a big decision and moved to Tenerife. A wonderful dream came true when we found this apartment with special features and now we are working to give our guests everything that we experience and have an unforgettable holiday that surpasses all their expectations, because Tenerife is the perfect choice for every type of holiday, both for those who want to be active and for those who want to spend their time relaxing any day of the year. We will help our guests with everything, be it booking flights, transfers, car rentals, personalized programs, recommending hiking routes, gastronomic adventures, and we will even show you those hidden, hidden treasures that you won't find in the guidebooks. Get ready to fall in love with Tenerife too! We look forward to seeing you! Kriszti , Zoli
