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Best beaches in Tenerife: Traveler’s top picks for sun and sea

Tenerife’s finest beaches, according to Conde Nast Traveler

Tenerife offers countless options for enjoying the sun and sea, whether you prefer pebble beaches, white sand, black sand, or the natural pools and rock pools so beloved by locals. So, if you love nature and, more specifically, the scent of sand and the sound of the waves, this island has choices that are sure to delight. And it’s not just those of us in the Canary Islands who know this; people far beyond these shores are well aware of it too. In fact, the prestigious travel magazine Conde Nast Traveler has compiled a list of the best beaches in Tenerife, describing them as “natural paradises to make you fall in love with the island.”

While it is true that Tenerife offers much more than sun and sea, there is no doubt that, when the weather is good, a dip in the ocean is an essential part of the plans for islanders and visitors alike. With an island like this, it is only natural that it attracts attention. Traveler particularly highlights its qualities: from the mild, stable climate that allows you to enjoy the sea at any time of year, to the famous microclimates of the Canary Islands, which mean that even if it is cloudy in one part of the island, you can be basking in sunshine just a few kilometres away. As if that were not enough, Tenerife boasts an incomparable beauty thanks to its volcanic origins, which contrast with the blue of the sea and the golden sand, offering options for every taste.

With all these features, it is clear that the island has unbeatable attractions, allowing you to enjoy the coast at any age and at any time of year. But if you do not know where to start, here is Traveler’s list of the best beaches in Tenerife. And do not worry—every single one is a safe bet:

The full list of recommended beaches

El Bollullo (La Orotava)
El Médano (Granadilla de Abona)
Las Teresitas (Santa Cruz de Tenerife)
Tamadite (Anaga, Santa Cruz de Tenerife)
La Jaquita (Guía de Isora)
La Tejita (Granadilla de Abona)
Las Américas (Arona)
Los Cristianos (Arona)
Diego Hernández (Adeje)
El Caletón (Garachico)
Playa Amarilla (San Miguel de Abona)
Los Morteros (Adeje)
La Nea (El Rosario)
Playa de Castro (Los Realejos)
Playa de San Juan (Guía de Isora)
Playa Grande (Porís de Abona, Arico)
El Balito (Adeje)
El Socorro (Los Realejos)
Las Gaviotas (Santa Cruz de Tenerife)
Los Guíos (Santiago del Teide)
Playa del Duque (Adeje)

Something for every beachgoer

Among all these options, you will find wild beaches suitable only for the most adventurous, others ideal for surfing and windsurfing enthusiasts, highly touristy spots where finding a local is a challenge, and others so tranquil that they are the perfect choice for a day out with young children. And you—which one takes your fancy?

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