Playa Taurito Things To Do

Playa Taurito beach is a well sheltered sandy beach that is perfect for relaxing and soaking in the sun throughout the day. Most of the hotels are located right next to the beach and there is also the nearby busy beach at Puerto Rico if you want an alternative to the quieter Playa Taurito beach.

 

There is no shortage of sports activities in Playa Taurito if you want to keep active during your holiday. Water polo, tennis, squash, rifle shooting and golf are very popular activities in and around the Playa Taurito area. Indulging in some exciting water sports such as jet-skiing, wind-surfing and water-skiing is a great way to spend afternoons at the beach for both adults and kids.

 

As the evening draws in many people head to the bars in Playa Taurito, especially those along the beachfront. The nightlife in Playa Taurito is a low key affair and the bars and hotel restaurants are the perfect way to spend an evening enjoying a drink and sampling some of the delicious food on offer. For a more vibrant nightlife head to Puero Rico where there is an amazing selection of bars and discos.

 

Gran Canaria has a wealth of sightseeing attractions available and a number of excursions can be arranged. Sailing excursions around the island are one of the best ways to view Gran Canaria and affords you the opportunity to stop of at secluded beaches along the way. Hiring a jeep will allow you to explore the countryside and stop off at villages and resorts such as Puerto Rico, Patalavaca, and Maspalomas.

 

Gran Canaria is famous as one of the best diving locations in Europe and diving experiences include wrecks, reefs and amazing marine life. There is a dive centre located at Playa Taurito with lessons and excursions available for divers of all skill levels. For more information visit www.canary-diving.com.