{"id":255277,"date":"2026-06-13T19:47:11","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T17:47:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/destinations\/spain\/canary-islands\/"},"modified":"2026-06-16T14:17:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T12:17:00","slug":"canary-islands","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/destinations\/spain\/canary-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"Canary Islands: Guide, Tips &#038; What to See 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- LK_DEST_HERO start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_HERO end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_UPDATED start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest-up\"><style>.lk-dest-up{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:6px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',Georgia,sans-serif;background:#faf7f2;border:1px solid #eee8dc;border-left:4px solid #c39f76;border-radius:10px;padding:12px 18px;margin:0 0 1.6rem;font-size:14px;color:#3d3429}.lk-dest-up strong{color:#b0895e}.lk-dest-up .s{color:#6b5d4a;margin-left:auto}@media(max-width:560px){.lk-dest-up .s{margin-left:0;width:100%}}<\/style><span>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Updated: <strong>16. 6. 2026<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"s\">content coming soon<\/span><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_UPDATED end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_NAV start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-navbox\"><div class=\"lk-dest-navlab\">What are you after first?<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-nav\"><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#kdy-jet\">When to go&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#rezervovat-vcas\">What to book early&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#ubytovani\">Where to stay&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#usetrit\">How to save&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#clanky\">Our articles&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_NAV end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_FACTS start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-chiprow\"><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Capital <b>Madrid<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udcb0 Currency <b>Euro (EUR)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f Language <b>Spanish<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udd50 Time zone <b>UTC+00:00, UTC+01:00<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udcde Dialling code <b>+34<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udd0c Plug <b>C \/ F \u00b7 230 V<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udec2 Visa (CZ citizens) <b>Schengen \u2014 visa-free<\/b><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_FACTS end -->\n\n\n<p>You probably picture the <strong>Canary Islands<\/strong> as a sure thing \u2013 sunshine even in January, volcanic beaches, eternal spring. 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} .lk-dest-lmap{ height:320px; } }\n@media (max-width:900px){ .lk-dest-arts,.lk-dest-trips,.lk-dest-stays{ grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);} .lk-dest-prac{ grid-template-columns:1fr;} .lk-dest-how{ grid-template-columns:1fr;} }\n@media (max-width:560px){ .lk-dest-arts,.lk-dest-trips,.lk-dest-flights,.lk-dest-stays{ grid-template-columns:1fr;} .lk-dest-weather{ grid-template-columns:repeat(6,1fr); row-gap:12px;} .lk-dest-cur{ flex-direction:column; text-align:center;} }\n<\/style><div class=\"lk-dest-cur\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/lukas-a-lucie-lk-media-700x700-1.jpg\" alt=\"Lucie a Luk\u00e1\u0161 \u2014 Loudav\u00fdm krokem\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><div><div class=\"k\">This isn&#8217;t a catalogue<\/div><div class=\"n\">We&#8217;re Lucie and Luk\u00e1\u0161 \u2014 and travel is our life<\/div><div class=\"d\">The two of us put this guide together and keep an eye on it. We only pick trips and tips we&#8217;d take ourselves, and we only write about places worth your time.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-how\"><div>\u270d\ufe0f <b>We build it by hand<\/b> \u2014 the two of us choose the destinations and tips, and bots help us keep the numbers up to date<\/div><div>\ud83d\udd04 <b>We refresh prices every morning<\/b> \u2014 no week-old trips or flights hanging around here<\/div><div>\ud83e\udded <b>We only recommend places we&#8217;d go ourselves<\/b> \u2014 and we&#8217;ll tell you what to skip too<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_CURATOR end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"co-videt\">What to see and do in Canary Islands<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The Canaries aren&#8217;t one island but seven different worlds. So first we recommend reading our comparison of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/canary-islands-which-island-choose\/\">which island to choose<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 it&#8217;ll save you a lot of dithering. After that, it all comes down to what you want from your holiday.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tenerife-spain-things-to-do\/\">Tenerife<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 the largest island, home to the <strong>Teide volcano (3,718 m)<\/strong>, the best beaches and lively resorts. A great choice for a first visit.<\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/gran-canaria-things-to-do\/\">Gran Canaria<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 a &#8220;miniature continent&#8221;: the Maspalomas dunes, mountains in the island&#8217;s heart and quiet towns in the north.<\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lanzarote-spain-things-to-see\/\">Lanzarote<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 lunar volcanic landscapes, vineyards growing in lava and the architecture of <strong>C\u00e9sar Manrique<\/strong>. Our personal favourite for photos.<\/li><li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/fuerteventura-spain-things-to-do\/\">Fuerteventura<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 endless pale-sand beaches and wind. A paradise for surfers, peace-seekers and long seaside walks.<\/li><\/ul><p>All the islands share one thing: <strong>year-round warmth<\/strong>, good food (try papas arrugadas with mojo sauce on your very first day) and volcanic scenery you won&#8217;t find anywhere else in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_PHOTO start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_PHOTO end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_WEATHER start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">Weather and best time: Canary Islands<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-weather\"><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">8\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:27px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Jan<\/span><span class=\"p\">39<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">9\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:31px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Feb<\/span><span class=\"p\">40<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">11\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:35px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Mar<\/span><span class=\"p\">51<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">11\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:37px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Apr<\/span><span class=\"p\">59<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">15\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:46px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">May<\/span><span class=\"p\">26<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">17\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:50px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Jun<\/span><span class=\"p\">35<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol on\"><span class=\"t\">24\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:68px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Jul<\/span><span class=\"p\">10<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol on\"><span class=\"t\">23\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:66px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Aug<\/span><span class=\"p\">47<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol on\"><span class=\"t\">18\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:54px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Sep<\/span><span class=\"p\">78<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">16\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:49px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Oct<\/span><span class=\"p\">62<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">12\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:38px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Nov<\/span><span class=\"p\">29<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">9\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:32px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Dec<\/span><span class=\"p\">38<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wleg\">Bar = average daily high (\u00b0C), number below = precipitation (mm\/month). Warmest: <b>Jul, Aug, Sep<\/b>. Source: Open-Meteo, 2019\u20132023 normals.<\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_WEATHER end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kdy-jet\">When to visit Canary Islands<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>This destination has one huge advantage \u2013 you can go <strong>all year round<\/strong>. Coastal temperatures stay between <strong>20\u201328 \u00b0C<\/strong> and it&#8217;s pleasant even in winter. That&#8217;s why the Canaries are so popular as an escape from the grey days back home.<\/p><p>If you want swimming without compromise, <strong>May to October<\/strong> is ideal, when the sea is warmest. The main tourist (and priciest) season, by contrast, is <strong>December to February<\/strong>, when all of Europe heads here for winter sun \u2013 flight and accommodation prices shoot up then.<\/p><p>Our tip for the best price-to-weather ratio: <strong>April, May and October<\/strong>. It&#8217;s warm, the sea is still (or already) swimmable, and the crowds and prices are thinning out. Just bear in mind the beaches on the eastern islands (especially Fuerteventura) are nearly always windy.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_TIPS start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_TIPS end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_GYG start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_GYG end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_MAP start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">Map: Canary Islands<\/div><div id=\"lk-dest-map-kanarske-ostrovy\" class=\"lk-dest-lmap\"><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-mapcap\">\ud83d\udccd 4 places from our articles \u2014 click a point \u00b7 \u00a9 OpenStreetMap<\/div><script>(function(){function init(){var el=document.getElementById('lk-dest-map-kanarske-ostrovy');if(!el||el._lk)return;el._lk=1;var map=L.map(el).setView([28.3,-16.5],7);L.tileLayer('https:\/\/{s}.tile.openstreetmap.org\/{z}\/{x}\/{y}.png',{attribution:'\u00a9 OpenStreetMap',maxZoom:18}).addTo(map);var ic=L.icon({iconUrl:'https:\/\/unpkg.com\/leaflet@1.9.4\/dist\/images\/marker-icon.png',iconRetinaUrl:'https:\/\/unpkg.com\/leaflet@1.9.4\/dist\/images\/marker-icon-2x.png',shadowUrl:'https:\/\/unpkg.com\/leaflet@1.9.4\/dist\/images\/marker-shadow.png',iconSize:[25,41],iconAnchor:[12,41],popupAnchor:[1,-34],shadowSize:[41,41]});var M=[{\"lat\": 27.958, \"lng\": -15.60623, \"t\": \"Gran Canaria, Canary Islands\", \"u\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/gran-canaria-things-to-do\/\", \"i\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gran-canaria-hero2-768x819.jpg\"}, {\"lat\": 28.40038, \"lng\": -14.00487, \"t\": \"Fuerteventura, Canary Islands\", \"u\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/fuerteventura-spain-things-to-do\/\", \"i\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fuerteventura-hero-768x262.jpg\"}, {\"lat\": 28.29358, \"lng\": -16.62145, \"t\": \"Tenerife, Canary Islands\", \"u\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tenerife-spain-things-to-do\/\", \"i\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/tenerife-hero-768x410.jpg\"}, {\"lat\": 29.03971, \"lng\": -13.63629, \"t\": \"Lanzarote, Canary Islands\", \"u\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lanzarote-spain-things-to-see\/\", \"i\": \"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lanzarote-hero-768x505.jpg\"}];var g=[];M.forEach(function(p){var mk=L.marker([p.lat,p.lng],{icon:ic}).addTo(map);var d=document.createElement('div');d.className='lk-mpop';if(p.i){var im=document.createElement('img');im.src=p.i;im.alt=p.t;im.loading='lazy';d.appendChild(im);}var h=document.createElement('div');h.className='lk-mpop-t';h.textContent=p.t;d.appendChild(h);if(p.u){var a=document.createElement('a');a.href=p.u;a.target='_blank';a.rel='noopener';a.className='lk-mpop-b';a.textContent='Read \u2192';d.appendChild(a);}mk.bindPopup(d,{minWidth:222,maxWidth:240});g.push(mk);});if(g.length){map.fitBounds(L.featureGroup(g).getBounds().pad(0.25),{maxZoom:9});}setTimeout(function(){map.invalidateSize();},350);}if(window.L){init();return;}var c=document.createElement('link');c.rel='stylesheet';c.href='https:\/\/unpkg.com\/leaflet@1.9.4\/dist\/leaflet.css';document.head.appendChild(c);var s=document.createElement('script');s.src='https:\/\/unpkg.com\/leaflet@1.9.4\/dist\/leaflet.js';s.onload=init;document.head.appendChild(s);})();<\/script><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_MAP end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_ITINER start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_ITINER end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_REGIONS start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_REGIONS end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_ARTICLES start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_ARTICLES end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"doprava\">How to get to Canary Islands<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Flying is the easiest option. You can reach the Canaries <strong>both directly and with a connection<\/strong> \u2013 direct charter and low-cost flights mostly leave from major hubs, otherwise the usual connections are via Madrid, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Barcelona (booking)\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/barcelona-booking\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Barcelona<\/a> or German and Vienna airports. A direct flight takes roughly <strong>5 hours<\/strong>.<\/p><p>Driving or taking the train makes no sense for obvious reasons \u2013 these are islands in the Atlantic off the African coast. To travel between the islands you take either <strong>short flights<\/strong> or <strong>ferries<\/strong> (e.g. Tenerife\u2013Gran Canaria). If you want to combine several islands, plan your transfers ahead \u2013 capacity fills up in season.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_FLIGHTS start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_FLIGHTS end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"auto\">Renting a car<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>In the Canaries a car is <strong>usually worth it<\/strong>. If you want to see more than just the beach by your hotel \u2013 volcanoes, the interior, hidden coves \u2013 you won&#8217;t manage without one. Rentals are relatively cheap and the roads are good quality. On the other hand, if you&#8217;re planning pure lounging at a single resort, a car is a needless expense and the occasional taxi or bus will do.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Book ahead via a comparison site<\/strong> \u2013 in season (winter) capacity fills up and on-the-spot prices tend to be higher.<\/li><li><strong>Mind the insurance and deposit<\/strong> \u2013 the base price often doesn&#8217;t include full cover. Pay extra for <strong>full insurance with no excess<\/strong> and spare yourself the stress over a scratched bumper.<\/li><li><strong>Fill up in good time and park sensibly<\/strong> \u2013 there are no tolls to worry about on the islands, but parking in resort centres can be a headache.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_CAR start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><a class=\"lk-dest-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain-canary-islands?a_aid=lukaskonecny&amp;chan=hub&amp;data1=kanarske-ostrovy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Compare car rental prices (DiscoverCars) \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_CAR end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ubytovani\">Where to stay in Canary Islands<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Accommodation in the Canaries spans a huge range \u2013 from all-inclusive resorts to cosy apartments. Where to stay depends mainly on what you want from your holiday:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Resorts (Playa de las Am\u00e9ricas, Maspalomas, Costa Calma)<\/strong> \u2013 comfort, the beach around the corner, restaurants and entertainment. Ideal for families and a first visit.<\/li><li><strong>Quieter towns and villages<\/strong> \u2013 a more authentic atmosphere, better prices and local food. Great if you have a car.<\/li><li><strong>Apartments with a kitchenette<\/strong> \u2013 our favourite compromise: you save on food and have more freedom than in a hotel.<\/li><\/ul><p>If you want to see more of an island than just the beach, we recommend staying <strong>closer to the action with a car<\/strong> and heading out on day trips. In high season (winter), book your accommodation <strong>a good 2\u20133 months ahead<\/strong> \u2013 the best places at reasonable prices disappear fastest.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_STAY start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">Our accommodation picks<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-stays\"><a class=\"lk-dest-scard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Hotel%20Riu%20Palace%20Jandia%20Fuerteventura&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"lk-dest-sbody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-splace\">Jand\u00eda, Fuerteventura<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-sname\">Hotel Riu Palace Jandia<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-swhy\">A luxury hotel in the peaceful south with a breathtaking view over an endless beach and first-class service.<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-sgo\">Check prices \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-scard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Hotel%20Lava%20Beach%20Lanzarote&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"lk-dest-sbody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-splace\">Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-sname\">Hotel Lava Beach<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-swhy\">We love it as the perfect happy medium, with beautiful design and a great location close to the island&#x27;s main attractions.<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-sgo\">Check prices \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-scard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Hotel%20Resort%20Lanzarote&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"lk-dest-sbody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-splace\">Playa Blanca, Lanzarote<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-sname\">Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel Resort<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-swhy\">We recommend it for real luxury right by the beach, with top-notch service.<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-sgo\">Check prices \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><a class=\"lk-dest-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Canary%20Islands&#038;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\" style=\"margin-top:14px\">Find accommodation in Canary Islands \u2192<\/a><div class=\"lk-dest-disc\">Based on our articles. Links are affiliate \u2014 they don&#8217;t change your price, they help us run the site.<\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_STAY end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cestovka-vs-sam\">Package tour or independent travel?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>You can do the Canaries either way \u2013 it depends on what you want from your holiday. Here&#8217;s our honest comparison:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>A package pays off when<\/strong> you want a carefree all-inclusive beach, you&#8217;re flying out for a week and you don&#8217;t want to sort anything out.<\/li><li>\u2026when you&#8217;re travelling with kids and you&#8217;ll appreciate the airport transfer and a rep on hand.<\/li><li>\u2026when you come across a good last-minute deal \u2013 for the Canaries, flight + hotel combined is often cheaper than booking it separately.<\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Go it alone when<\/strong> you want to combine several islands or get to know the interior and local food.<\/li><li>\u2026when you want to rent a car and stay flexible on route and dates.<\/li><li>\u2026when you&#8217;re after more authentic accommodation away from the big resorts.<\/li><\/ul><p>The two of us tend to do the Canaries <strong>on our own with a car<\/strong> \u2013 we love discovering volcanoes and taverns away from the crowds. But for a quiet beach with the family or a first visit, a <strong>package is perfectly fine<\/strong> and often cheaper too. There&#8217;s no shame in choosing comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_TRIPS start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_TRIPS end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rozpocet\">Budget: daily costs in Canary Islands<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"lk-dest-budget\"><thead><tr><th>Level<\/th><th>Accommodation<\/th><th>Food<\/th><th>Transport &#038; activities<\/th><th>Total\/day<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Backpacker<\/td><td>30 \u20ac\u201345 \u20ac<\/td><td>14 \u20ac\u201320 \u20ac<\/td><td>10 \u20ac\u201316 \u20ac<\/td><td>~50 \u20ac\u201380 \u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Standard<\/td><td>45 \u20ac\u201385 \u20ac<\/td><td>25 \u20ac\u201335 \u20ac<\/td><td>20 \u20ac\u201330 \u20ac<\/td><td>~90 \u20ac\u2013155 \u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Comfort<\/td><td>100 \u20ac+<\/td><td>40 \u20ac\u201360 \u20ac<\/td><td>35 \u20ac+<\/td><td>~175 \u20ac+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>These prices are <strong>approximate, per person per day<\/strong> (excluding flights) and assume you&#8217;re sharing accommodation between two. The Canaries are <strong>gentler on the wallet than mainland Spain<\/strong> \u2014 the food and local wine especially are a treat. You&#8217;ll save the most with a kitchenette apartment and lunches at the local <em>guachinche<\/em> taverns.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"usetrit\">How to save when planning<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Buy flights 2\u20134 months ahead<\/strong> for the winter season; for spring\/autumn, 6\u20138 weeks is often enough. Avoid the Christmas and Easter dates \u2013 that&#8217;s where you overpay the most. <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cheap-flights\/\">Search for flights with our finder.<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Book winter accommodation 2\u20133 months ahead<\/strong> \u2013 the best places at reasonable prices vanish fastest. Outside the season, last minute can pay off too. Check out <a href=\"#ubytovani\">our accommodation tips<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Watch both first and last minute packages<\/strong> \u2013 for the Canaries, last minute often wins outside the school holidays, but for specific dates (winter, spring break) go for first minute. Keep an eye on the <a href=\"#zajezdy\">current packages<\/a> on this page.<\/li><li><strong>Activities and day trips<\/strong> (whale watching, the Teide cable car) should be booked ahead in season \u2013 on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Spot\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-spot-2\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the spot<\/a> they tend to be pricey and sold out. See <a href=\"#rezervovat-vcas\">what to book early<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>You&#8217;ll save the most on food<\/strong> \u2013 a kitchenette apartment and lunches at local taverns make a big difference over a week.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"prakticke\">Practical information<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Language and currency:<\/strong> they speak Spanish, but you&#8217;ll get by in English at the resorts. You pay in <strong>euros<\/strong>, and as part of the EU there are no surprises.<\/li><li><strong>Card payments:<\/strong> cards are accepted almost everywhere, but keep a few euros in cash for markets and small taverns.<\/li><li><strong>Connectivity:<\/strong> you&#8217;re in the EU, so roaming works fine. If you only have a small data allowance, an <strong>eSIM<\/strong> is worth it \u2013 set it up in a few minutes and you&#8217;ll have data the moment you land.<\/li><li><strong>Safety:<\/strong> the Canaries are calm and safe. Just keep an eye on valuables on the beach and in the car.<\/li><li><strong>Sun and sea:<\/strong> don&#8217;t underestimate the volcanic beaches and strong sun \u2013 use high-factor sunscreen and watch out for currents in the Atlantic.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_CROSS start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">Before you go<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-prac\"><a class=\"lk-dest-ptile\" href=\"https:\/\/lk-sim.com\/regions\/europe?ref=loudavymkrokem&#038;lng=cs&#038;utm_source=loudavymkrokem&#038;utm_medium=portal&#038;utm_campaign=destinace&#038;utm_content=kanarske-ostrovy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"lk-dest-pico\">\ud83d\udcf6<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pt\">Data eSIM for Canary Islands<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pd\">Mobile data the moment you land, no roaming. from&nbsp;<b>2,5&nbsp;\u20ac<\/b> \u00b7 35 bundles covering Canary Islands<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pgo\">Choose eSIM \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-ptile\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/safetywing-nomad-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span class=\"lk-dest-pico\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pt\">Travel insurance<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pd\">Covers medical costs and cancellation \u2014 set it up online in minutes.<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pgo\">Compare insurance \u2192<\/span><\/a><div class=\"lk-dest-ptile\"><span class=\"lk-dest-pico\">\ud83d\udcb1<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pt\">Currency and rate<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pd\">Current rate: 1&nbsp;\u20ac \u2248 24.15&nbsp;CZK (CNB). In Canary Islands you can pay by card almost everywhere.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_CROSS end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lk-lm-faqwrap\"><style>.lk-lm-faq{border:1px solid #e3e8e7;border-radius:9px;margin:8px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fbfcfc}.lk-lm-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;list-style:none}.lk-lm-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.lk-lm-faq summary:before{content:'+';color:#1a7a6b;font-weight:700;margin-right:8px}.lk-lm-faq[open] summary:before{content:'\\2212'}.lk-lm-faq>div{padding:0 0 14px;color:#4b5563;line-height:1.6}<\/style>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Which Canary Island is best for a first visit?<\/summary><div>For a first visit we recommend Tenerife or Gran Canaria \u2013 they offer the best mix of beaches, day trips and infrastructure. Lanzarote is amazing for volcanic scenery, and Fuerteventura for quiet beaches and surfing. You&#8217;ll find a detailed comparison in our article on which island to choose.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>When is the best time to visit the Canary Islands?<\/summary><div>You can go all year round thanks to temperatures of around 20\u201328 \u00b0C. For swimming, May to October is ideal, when the sea is warmest. April, May and October offer the best price-to-weather ratio. Winter (December to February) is the priciest, as all of Europe heads here for the sun.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>How long is the flight to the Canaries?<\/summary><div>A direct flight takes roughly 5 hours. With a connection (most often in Madrid or <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Barcelona (booking)\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/barcelona-booking\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Barcelona<\/a>), allow 7\u20139 hours of total travel time depending on the schedule.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Do I need a car in the Canaries?<\/summary><div>If you want to see more than just the beach by your hotel \u2013 volcanoes, the interior, hidden coves \u2013 a car is worth it. Rentals are relatively cheap. For pure lounging at a single resort, you don&#8217;t need one.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>What currency is used in the Canaries?<\/summary><div>You pay in euros. Cards are accepted virtually everywhere, but it&#8217;s good to have a few euros in cash for markets and small taverns.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Is a package or an independent trip the better choice?<\/summary><div>A package pays off for a carefree beach holiday, with kids, or when you come across a good last-minute deal. Go it alone when you want to combine several islands, have a car and flexibility, or get to know authentic accommodation and food.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>When should I book flights and accommodation to save money?<\/summary><div>Buy flights for the winter season 2\u20134 months ahead; for spring and autumn, 6\u20138 weeks is enough. Book winter accommodation 2\u20133 months ahead; outside the season, last minute can pay off too.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Can I use my normal mobile plan in the Canaries?<\/summary><div>Yes, the Canaries are part of the EU, so roaming works just as it does at home. 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