Playas de Papagayo
Yaiza
A set of golden-sand coves sheltered by cliffs, inside the Los Ajaches Natural Monument. The best-known beaches on the island, and sheltered from the trade wind, so the water is usually calm.
- Parking
- Paid dirt track: around €3 per vehicle per day, which covers all the beaches inside the Los Ajaches Natural Monument.
- Facilities
- No
- Wind
- resguardada
- Sea
- tranquilo
- With children
- Yes
Watch out for
There are no showers, no public toilets and no lifeguards. In high season there is usually a food van near the main car park, and little else. Bring water.
Price and opening hours checked on July 29, 2026