Las Gaviotas
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This beach, which name means 'The Seagulls', is formed by volcanic black sand. If you arrive during high tide, the beach can be only a stripe of pebbles and stones, but it will 'reappear' later. The beach is open to the waves, therefore it is a favorite place for surfers who like to ride the waves at the feet of the impressive cliffs.
Location
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20 minutes from Santa Cruz, close to Igueste. Drive towards Playa de las Teresitas but keep on driving up the mountain and then down to the beach.
| Walk | Short walk (5-15 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Yes |
| Boat required | No |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Sandbar |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy with rock |
| Power | Powerful |
| Frequency | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
| Normal length | Long (150 to 300m) |
| Good day length | Very Long (300 to 500m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | West, SouthWest, South |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | North, East, NorthEast |
| Swell size | 3ft-5ft - 8ft+ |
| Tide | Mid tide |
| Tide movement | Don't know |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Few surfers |
Dangers
Nudist colony (France only!)
Videos
None
Nearby spots
El Roque Taganana
1.45 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Igueste
4.19 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Flat rocks |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Almáciga
4.28 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) with sand |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |