Tufia is a small fishing village on the east coast of Gran Canaria. Its white houses rise above the cliffs and look out over a beach of black volcanic sand, a striking contrast. The place also holds an ancient past: the early Canarians lived here, as the remains found in the caves near the cliff reveal.
At a glance
Zone: East · Agüimes· See everything in this areaWhy it's worth a visit
- An authentic village, little visited by tourists.
- A beach of black volcanic sand.
- Beautiful seabeds, full of life.
- Traces of the history of the ancient Canarians.
Getting there
- By car: 10 minutes from the airport and 20 from Las Palmas; take the GC-1 and exit towards Tufia.
- On foot: from the car park it's a short, easy walk to the village and the beach.
- Public transport: local lines connect Tufia with nearby towns.
Useful tips
- Bring a mask and snorkel if you want to see the fish near the rocks.
- It's a perfect spot for photography, thanks to the contrast between the white houses and the black sand.
- The sunset here is beautiful: it's worth staying into the evening to watch it.
Good to know · It's just 10 minutes from the airport via the GC-1; bring a mask and snorkel, as the seabeds by the rocks are full of life.
Where it is
Address: 35219 Tufia, Las Palmas
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