Car Hire Gran Canarias Puerto Rico

The gem of the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria is a rugged beach paradise. Boasting an exceptional mix of landscapes, from desert sand dunes to lush mountains and stunning beaches, the island is sure to delight all who visit.

Arrange your Avis hire car in the popular resort of Puerto Rico and discover this idyllic island.

With its picturesque beaches, wild mountains and year-round sunshine, it’s not hard to see why Gran Canaria has been a favourite tourist destination for decades. The island’s striking beach resort of Puerto Rico is the perfect base to discover the rest of the island, and it couldn’t be simpler with the convenience of a rental car.

Once a small fishing port, Puerto Rico is nestled at the base of a mountainous backdrop and has grown into one of Gran Canaria’s liveliest beach resorts. Situated on the sheltered south of the island, Puerto Rico boasts some of the very best weather in Gran Canaria, while its beaches offer a wide choice of watersports that is second to none. Try windsurfing or take a jet ski out to sea for a ride. Playa de Puerto Rico offers it all.

The resort’s main promenade overflows with beachfront cafes and outdoor restaurants. Just a 20-minute drive outside town, the Dunas de Maspalomas nature reserve is a must-visit. These wild, golden sand dunes lead to Playa del Inglés, where you can spend an afternoon relaxing by the ocean.

With so much to please, exploring Puerto Rico is simple with your Avis hire car.

From Puerto Rico, all that Gran Canaria has to offer is within easy reach. The island is known for its stunningly diverse landscapes, and from behind the wheel of your rental car, it’s possible to experience it all.

Las Palmas

An hour’s drive via the GC-1 from Puerto Rico, Las Palmas is the island’s vibrant capital city. Founded in 1478, the city boasts many historic and cultural attractions. Spread across two bays, it’s strikingly beautiful. Las Palmas’ old quarter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the district of Triana has an array of shops and cafes to mooch around. The golden sands of Playa de Las Canteras attract beach lovers to this northern point of Gran Canaria.

Parque Natural de Tamadaba

This impressive natural park sits on the western edge of the island, just under a 90-minute drive from Puerto Rico. Popular as a walking destination, the park has a number of hikes winding through its hilly landscapes and pine forests. The Presa de los Pérez (a large man-made dam) stands here, alongside a number of caves. These mountainside features were once home to the original inhabitants of the island and some locals have even built white cottages into the cliffs.

With your Avis hire car, it couldn’t be simpler to take in the very best of gorgeous Gran Canaria.

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