Can you drive around the Canary Islands?

The best ways to get around the Canary Islands are by car and by plane. Although there are bus systems available on all the islands, most don't run frequently enough to be useful to tourists. And the islands' attractions are far too spread out to see completely on foot.



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Most of the main islands in the Canaries are simply too large to explore without a motorized vehicle. While there are local buses on each island, it's relatively challenging to get around on them, especially if you're unfamiliar with the area.

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Tenerife also has the ideal blend of glorious landscapes and historical heritage. And travelling by car is the quickest and easiest way to see the beauty of the island. With a road perimeter of 359 km, you can easily drive around the whole island in around 3-4 hours.

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The island's road perimeter is a mere 359 km, meaning you can circumnavigate the entire landmass in just 3-4 hours by car. The best car rental deals can usually be found at the airport. However, there are two airports in Tenerife, so be sure to compare prices before you book.

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If you were to ask 'is driving in Tenerife hard? ', I'd have to answer 'no! '. Just like in any other country, some of the roads are in better condition than others, and unlike major cities, a lot of the roads are more narrow.

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For those who love exploring beaches, getting out on the ocean, discovering hidden spots, and viewing coastal landmarks, a trip island hopping around the Canary Islands is the perfect holiday.

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Getting Around The Canary Islands The best way to move between islands is by ferry. It's also the most enjoyable one. Three companies operate ferry services: Fred Olsen, Naviera Armas, and Transmediterranea, with Tenerife and Gran Canaria as the hub.

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The smallest of the main Canary Islands, El Hierro is also the least touristy. If you want a chilled-out holiday in a small fishing village, with wild empty beaches that harbour some superb diving, then this is the place.

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How many days do you need in the Canary Islands? We recommend that you stay for at least 1 week in the Canary Islands to get a feel for the culture and the extraordinary landscape. Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and Gran Canaria are perfect for a longer vacation too.

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The archipelago is served by 8 airports connecting all the islands. In all cases the flying time is less than an hour and there are frequent departures all day long. Travelling by boat between the islands is usually cheaper and offers a different setting in which it is easy to spot dolphins and other species.

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10 Best Towns and Resorts in the Canary Islands
  • Costa Teguise, Lanzarote.
  • Betancuria, Fuerteventura.
  • Los Llanos, La Palma.
  • Teror, Gran Canaria.
  • Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife.
  • Playa de la Arena, Tenerife.
  • Arrieta, Lanzarote.
  • Puerto del Rosario, Fuertaventura.


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The easiest way to island hop in the Canaries, and almost certainly the most pleasant, is by inter island ferry. All seven of the main islands are connected in this way, with Tenerife and Gran Canaria acting as hubs.

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The most budget-friendly islands in the Canaries are actually the biggest and most popular islands. Tenerife, Gran Canaria , Lanzarote and Fuerteventura all offer plenty of package holiday deals and have a wider range of accommodation options than their smaller neighbours ...

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Lanzarote. Lanzarote tends to be the hottest and most arid of the Canaries, as it is closest to the Sahara desert and because it is one of the lowest lying islands. The Sahara can bring high temperatures and fine sand to Lanzarote, causing occasional heatwaves.

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Go for Tenerife if you prefer popular tourist destinations with great restaurants and nightlife. On the other hand, Gran Canaria is your best bet if you want to explore the breathtaking landscapes and outstanding beaches.

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Walking along the paths of the Canary Islands is one of the best ways to enjoy the landscape, which is full of contrasts: luxuriant forests, volcanic plains, steep cliffs or crags, sand dunes and areas like rain forests.

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Sailings from Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Agaete take on average 1hr 20m. The fastest ferry from Tenerife to Gran Canaria is from Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The distance from Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Agaete is 38 nautical miles (70km) with a crossing time of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.

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The smallest of the main Canary Islands, El Hierro is also the least touristy. If you want a chilled-out holiday in a small fishing village, with wild empty beaches that harbour some superb diving, then this is the place.

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Areas to Avoid Because of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.

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It also rains very rarely and not too much. However, there is a big disadvantage of the weather in Tenerife, known as ”CALIMA”. It's the hot wind from Sahara which brings dust and sand, and it can happen anytime. This is the main reason why you'll not be able to see as far as usually.

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