La Palma’s Charco Azul

The best natural pool in La Palma

The Charco Azul in La Palma offers visitors a different, unique way to enjoy the sea. Its popularity has grown following a recent makeover, in fact it was awarded an international prize in 2013 for its new services. Based in San Andrés y Sauces, one of the prettiest boroughs in the north of the island, it's a perfect setting to enjoy a day of sea and sun with the family, in stark contrast to the rich greenery of the nearby laurisilva, a prehistoric forest of great importance.

A pool with excellent services, awarded an 'Ecoplaya' flag

This bathing zone has become one of the best swimming spots thanks to the huge rock pools, protecting bathers from the waves and also the children's pool with a flat bottom, a tiny waterfall, the steps, railings, sunbathing zone, showers and changing rooms, security measures, cleanliness, green areas and parking. No wonder those responsible for the Ecoplaya (green beach) awards gave the prize to this corner of La Palma in 2013.

Recommended tide

Mid tide

Hammok sunshade

Parking

Showers

Solarium

Kids zone

Solo en verano

Oleaje moderado

San Andrés y Sauces

Sustainability

Never leave waste of any type lying around, including cigarette butts. Leftover food leads to a proliferation of rats and wild cats.
Do not throw any waste or other objects into the water.
Respect the animals. Do not bother them or feed them. If you see an injured specimen, you can call the emergency number: 112. Do not pick flowers or plants from the environment.
Do not pick up or take away stones or any other item from the natural environment. And do not move them to pile them up into sadly famous 'towers'.
Do not use soap or gel in the showers.
Try to use ocean-friendly sun creams.
Try not to alter the peace of the environment with excessive noise (loud music, yelling, etc.) or activities that might be bothersome, such as ball games.
Pets are prohibited at many natural pools. Make sure you can take them beforehand.