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A classic flying area in Lanzarote, where the constant wind make it possible to do sports like paragliding. This take off point, situated on the Famara cliff itself, in the north of the island, is located precisely in Chimida. With a west-northwest wind direction, it is an ideal place not only for paragliding but also for hang gliding and treats gliders to spectacular views if they follow the mountainside northwards, in line with the striking cliffs which lead to Mirador del Río.

Situated in the north-west of El Hierro, the Dos Hermanas peak is one of the best places in the whole of Spain to practise paragliding. The southernmost of the Canary Islands offers fabulous conditions that make a flight here really spectacular. The trade winds, the orientation of the land itself and the possibility to take off from several different altitudes make this the ideal spot for learning and acrobatics. In fact, the island has hosted an important international annual gathering of paragliding pilots for the past 20 years, which attracts enthusiasts from all over the world.

The island’s main sports climbing zone is in the heart of the Tamadaba Natural Park close to Artenara village in north Gran Canaria. This almost pristine landscape holds one of the best preserved pine forests in the Canary Islands and is the island’s undisputed climbing hotspot with around 400 routes of medium difficulty and up to 40 metres.

The walls may not be the most vertical in the Canary Islands, but climbing in the stunning natural setting of the Cañadas, in Teide National Park, next to the highest peak in Spain - with a height of over 2000 metres - is a unique experience. Located in the centre of Tenerife, its spectacular volcanic formations have numerous designated climbing areas for all types. One of the most popular is la Cañada del Capricho with is appointed for sports and block climbing.

One of the climbing hotspots in the Canary Islands are the basalt walls of pretty Fataga valley in south Gran Canaria. Close to Fataga village, with its whitewashed houses and tiled roofs, this wild area is known as the Valley of 1000 Palms. The red valley walls contrast with the green of the palms and offer a wide range of routes for climbers of all abilities. This range of routes makes Fataga a favourite spot for climbing in Gran Canaria.

The right side of the Vallehermoso ravine in the north of the island of La Gomera, hides an interesting and memorable multi-pitch climbing location. This is the emblematic Roque Cano, a rock formation, a natural monument and a symbol of the island along with the Roque Agando, whose walls reach heights of up to 250 metres. Climbing this summit is an adventure suited to the more daring and experienced climber, particularly when ascending its western face.

One of the most spectacular climbing areas in Tenerife is the Guaria ridge, located in the natural reserve of Montaña de Tejina; a protected landscape in the municipality of Guia de Isora nestled in the south-west of the island. These ancient volcanic walls have the longest sports routes on the island - around 90 – although the shape of the rocks also allows a combination of sport and classic climbing with several lengths of rope, which is why it is considered one of the best places for climbing in Tenerife.

A landscape that is definitely worthwhile venturing into is the Barranco del Agua (Water Ravine), in the north-west of La Palma. This protected area has the best examples of cactus existing on the island and is the ideal setting for sport climbing. The area, located in Puntallana, is excellent, with 140 well-appointed routes – developed by local climbers - on vertical walls that can reach heights of 40 metres.

One of the top locations in the Canary Islands for classic climbing is Ayacata in the central highlands of Gran Canaria. This spectacular location, with views to iconic Roque Nublo rock, has a number of walls with over 200 routes of varying lengths and levels. Some are advanced climbs that challenge even top climbers.

If there is a place that brings together a large amount of climbing sectors in one small space, it's Arico. This municipality in the south-east of Tenerife is home to the most popular climbing areas of the Canary Islands. Criss-crossed by pine forests and deep ravines, it is ideal for lovers of this sport and has more than 500 well-appointed routes covering all levels of difficulty – predominantly intermediate - and with a maximum height of 35 metres.