Because of its location, Las Palmas is obviously a place for tourists who love to participate in outdoor and water activities. The warm weather that the Canary Islands enjoy year round allows tourists to partake in water activities any month of the year. The water that surrounds the Las Palmas area is warm, so adults and children find it comfortable for participating in many different water sports.

Because of the winds that are usually present around the waters off Las Palmas , many tourists enjoy sailing while they are on vacation here. Other types of boating are popular as well – such as windsurfing.

For anyone who likes to fish, Las Palmas is the place to visit. There are deep sea fishing excursions in which tourists can participate, and there are also areas to fish without the need to travel too far.

Whale watching is another popular activity, and there are whale watching tours for tourists. Companies sell tickets and then take tourists on boats to see the whales in their natural ocean environment.

Of course, a vacation would not be complete without access to golf courses and tennis courts. Most of the hotels and resorts here either have their own or they have contracts with others so that vacationers can play when they so desire.