Tamadaba Natural Park

Tamadaba Natural Park

Gran Canaria

Pine forests and rocks


Some of the nature reserve's most outstanding assets are a set of diverse and beautiful landscapes, along with large, extraordinarily well-preserved pine forests.

Tamadaba is a huge massif that encompasses the ecosystems of steep cliffs such as Andén Verde and the cliffs and slopes of Guayedra. Curious rock formations due to erosion can also be observed. Pine forests of great ecological value stand out, such as those of Tamadaba and Tirma, excellently preserved and home to several endemic bird species, such as the Gran Canaria blue finch and the Great Spotted Woodpecker. In fact, it is classified as a Special Protection Zone for Birds. Tockroses, cardoons and tabaibas grow in the lower areas. Palm tree groves appear in the riverbeds of the ravines. Visitors can also admire the exceptional Canary Island cedar and native species, such as the magarza and the bird's tongue fern.

Tamadaba Natural Park


Gran Canaria  (Canary Islands)

Type of area:Natural Park Area:7,538.6 hectares Email:artenaraturismo@gmail.com Email:turismo@aytoagaete.es Tel.:+34 928 666 102 (oficina de Turismo de Artenara) Tel.:+34 928 554 382 (oficina de Turismo de Agaete) Website:Tamadaba Natural Park

Gran Canaria (Canary Islands):

Useful information

What you need to know


  • Cultural information

    Nearby are the towns of Agaete, Artenara and La Aldea de San Nicolás, each with a rich cultural and monumental heritage. Among the latter, several archaeological sites stand out, such as the Maipés burial mound and excellent examples of Canarian folk architecture in the old towns of these villages.

  • Environmental information

    The reserve is structured as a succession of ravines, escarpments and massifs of great beauty and grandeur. As for vegetation, the excellent pine forests of Tirma and Tamadaba stand out. Among the fauna species there are several endemic ones.

  • Information for visits

    Several roads lead into this natural area, which can be accessed from several points. The tourist offices of Artenara or Agaete can provide you with the information you need before your visit.