The Canary Islands are a Spanish archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean.

The seven main islands are Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro, with the archipelago also including many smaller islands and islets.

These offer many natural swimming pools where the Atlantic is calm, and the sun shines most days of the year.

Charco Azul, El Hierro

Charco Azul, in El Golfo is one of the most spectacular bathing spots in El Hierro.

Located, a valley along the rugged coastline, this pool is one of the finest examples of unique volcanic activity being created naturally by flowing lava. Puertito de Lobos, Fuerteventura

The clear waters of the Puertito de Lobos pools contrast dramatically with the volcanic seabed, which are combined with the small fishing boats and the expanses of water in the area.

El Caletón de Garachico, Tenerife

The area of El Caletón, in Northern Tenerife, is found beside the San Miguel Castle with the imposing presence of the famous rock, from the Garachico eruption in 1706.

It is an area of pure lava, which offers the combination of open sea and calm rock pools.

Charco Azul, La Palma

The natural pool at Charco Azul in La Palma is found in San Andrés y Sauces in the north of the island and is in stark contrast to the rich greenery of the nearby laurisilva.

Punta Mujeres, Lanzarote

Two kilometres of natural swimming pools make Punta Mujeres, in the north east of Lanzarote, a popular point on the island.

Roque Prieto, Gran Canaria

On a coast known for its waves, Roque Prieto has two man-made pools near Santa María de Guía, which are good for bathing.

The ocean refreshes the water constantly and it is so clear that you can see every detail of the rocky bottom.

Aguas verdes, Fuerteventura

While Fuerteventura is known for its white-sand beaches, the west coast, with its rougher seas, has a number of natural pools.

Aguas Verdes in Betancuria has six kilometres of pools dotted along the coastline.

Charco del Conde, La Gomera

At high tide the Charco del Conde pool, located in Valle Gran Rey, provides swimming for all ages to enjoy.

Charco del Viento, Tenerife

There are four natural pools in Charco del Viento, the most popular swimming area in La Guancha.

Even though the force of the sea enters at times, the beauty and contrasting natural colours of this area allow safe bathing in different parts, with some sandy areas and rocky parts ideal for sunbathing.

La Fajana, La Palma

The paths that circle the three pools in Barlovento allow visitors to move quickly and bathe in the crystal-clear waters without being in the open sea.

Useful links

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