Dunas Maspalomas holiday, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain

Also Known As The Dunes Of Maspalomas

Also known as the dunes of Maspalomas is situated on the southern tip of the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands of Spain. This island is much closer to Africa than it is to Spain, which may explain the incredible dunes of Maspalomas.

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Las Dunas de Maspalomas is a kilometer wide dune area that has been set aside as a natural park.

It is almost seamlessly connected to the bustling tourist town of Playa Del Ingles.

One of the most interesting things you do in the dunes of Maspalomas is to go on a camel ride. They will take you through the dunes that are eerily akin to the Sahara desert in a camel caravan that will make you feel like you are part of the Arabian nights.

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So what else are the dunes of Maspalomas famous for? Nudity! Not only out in the middle of the dunes, but also along the beach. This area is a favorite spot for naturists. So if you are offended by naked people, this is an are you will want to avoid. If you would like to know more about the German Naturist movement, visit the FKK Website

The area on the western edge of the town of Maspalomas is called El Oasis, and to the south is El Faro de Maspalomas, which is the highest lighthouse of all in the Canary Islands, and marks the southernmost point of the island.  Beneath the lighthouse have sprung up hotels, restaurants and stores.  All of these combine to help you enjoy your Maspalomas holiday, since you do not have to go far to find food or souvenirs.

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Even though the dunes are a protected area, that does not mean that you are not allowed to wander about in them. There is, however, an area in the  dunes that is forbidden to enter. The area is known as La Charca, and it is the remains of a seawater lagoon with reeds around the eastern edge. This reedy area is home to nesting waterfowl. You can actually view the front part of La Charca as you walk along the beach boardwalk. From this edge, it just looks like a beach pond.  The back portion of this area is where the reeds are and where the waterfowl nest. If you like nature, you can get some good views as you walk along the boardwalk.

Hotels Maspalomas

As is the case in every tourist destination in the world, you can find accommodations to fit your needs.  They will range from budget to luxurious. In the Maspalomas area you can find hotels, apartments, bungalows, or villas.  You will find them in the heart of the tourist area as well as removed from the hustle and bustle.  You can even rent a hilltop villa, where solitude is the order of the day.

There are many choices here for taking an all inclusive Gran Canaria holiday, or if you do not want to be obligated to eat and drink everything at the hotel, you might want to think about going half board instead.  That way, if the fare is icky you won't starve to death, and if the party is better somewhere else, at least you won't feel cheated.

Dunas Mirador Maspalomas

 Built in 1998, this popular hotel consists of 411 double rooms and 26 suites. The accommodation is spread over six buildings, each with either 4 or 5 floors. Various facilities are available to guests including a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, boutiques, a cozy bar and a nightclub. In addition, the hotel has a restaurant, a public Internet access, a kids' club and a laundry service.

The spacious rooms come equipped with an en suite bathroom, a direct dial telephone, a hire safe (rental), balcony or terrace

The grounds offers guests use of 2 swimming pools (one is heated during the winter) connected by waterslides with separate children's pool as well as a furnished sun, sun beds, parasols and pool towels (under charge) and snack bar. Other leisure options include table tennis, tennis, archery, cycling, volleyball, pool and a massage service

This hotel is located on a bank, overlooking Masapalomas. Countless shops and restaurants are located in the immediate vicinity. A free shuttle service runs guests to the beach, situated 4 km away. There is a bus stop located directly in front of the hotel.

The town of Maspalomas

Maspalomas is not just a place of high rolling sand dunes. The town of Maspalomas is actually the oldest tourist town on the island of Gran Canaria. There is plenty to see and do in the town of Maspalomas and there are plenty of places to find fine dining.

The Yumbo shopping center is a place where you can go to get in all of your shopping needs while on your Gran Canaria holidays and is just a bus or taxi ride away from Maspalomas. In  Maspalomas, you will find Holiday World amusement park and the Oceano Parque Acuatico Maspalomas, both of which are ideal places for families with children to spend the day.

Also close by to the town of Maspalomas is Aqua Sur, another waterpark and the Parque Ornitologico Palmitos, a 200,000 meters of artificial biotope with over 1000 palm trees, cactus garden, an orchid and butterfly house, and the seawater a query them. With over 230 exotic species of bird. This is also great entertainment for kids, as they have a parrot show here that is especially entertaining.  So remember, a trip to Dunas Maspalomas is not just a destination on a map, it is an entire vacation experience.

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