In the Canary Islands there are a lot of places to discover, places that go beyond the "sun and beach" that is always sold and that are true natural wonders. One of these places is on the island of Gran Canaria and is the Tamadaba Natural Park , which has a spectacular beauty thanks to its large pine forest, its totally native flora and landscapes that are a true paradise.
It is in Artenara , about 30 kilometers from the capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and it is also one of the best places on the island to go hiking and enjoy nature. Its location puts it facing the sea and with beautiful cliffs at high altitude, which leaves a wonderful landscape. In addition, there are areas enabled for camping, so it is the perfect place to spend a couple of days in an incredible natural environment.
The Tamadaba Natural Park also has several trail routes , such as the Camino del Faneque (which has a 1,000-meter cliff), the Camino del Pico de la Bandera (which takes you to the highest peak of the park to enjoy the best views) or the Camino del Fin del Mundo (which takes you to another spectacular viewpoint that makes you feel like you are really at the end of the world).
In addition, you can also find a lot of native fauna such as blue finches , great spotted woodpeckers in the area of ​​the pine forests and various species of seabirds that are on the cliffs. A corner of essential visit if you are going to be on the island of Gran Canaria . I have been and I guarantee that it is an unforgettable experience, one of those places that you have to visit at least once in your life.