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Tenerife's coastline has something for everyone - sun worshippers, water sport enthusiasts, scuba divers and nudists can all indulge their particular passion here. The island's sub-tropical climate, has earned it the title of "The Island of Eternal Spring" El Médano Beachis the closest to Amarilla Golf. It is the longest beach on the island, a two-kilometre stretch of fine golden sand that ends at a volcanic cone called "Montaña Rojo" (Red Mountain). Sun loungers and parasols are available for hire. There is a very pleasant seafront walk to stroll along and many typical Spanish bars and restaurants to choose from on the sea front. El Médano beach stands out for being the ideal place to go windsurfing, although it does not deter other beach goers,especially with children, who enjoy the calm, shallow waters of this beach. The beach is very safe and there is always plenty of space for the children to play ball games, surf board on the waves, build sand castles and generally have fun. Connected to El Médano beach via the Montaña Roja nature reserve is La Tejita beach, a one kilometre stretch of beach of fine golden sand that is set well away from the town. Right next to the spectacular Montaña Roja is this small cove which makes a cosy beach, mainly used by nudists. There is a small bar on the beach for refreshments and snacks, sunbeds and parasols are available for hire. Los CristianosWhat used to be a fishing village has today become one of the biggest holiday areas, with some large beaches including a new man made beach Stretch of golden sand, this beach is at the end of the harbour that begins in the town of Los Cristianos, a lively tourist resort with all the facilities you would expect from an important town. The ferries leave from this port to most of other Canarian Islands of La Gomera, La Palma and Gran Canaria, Playa de Las Americasis the most famous tourist area, and so this is where you will find plenty of small beaches, protected by long breakwaters to stop the made up sand banks being washed away.
Being an area with a large number of tourists, always count on meeting a considerable crowd on the beaches. The great thing about this area is that all beaches are just a footstep away from each other.
This is the place to practice all kinds of water sports and enjoy lovely scenery. El Camisón is one of the many beaches between the tourist resorts of Los Cristianos and Playa de Las Americas. A popular beach throughout the year, it offers a range of enjoyable water sports.
The swimming conditions for children are excellent on this beach due to the breakwater, which protects the beach from currents and waves.
Las Teresitasbeach of Santa Cruz, the most popular and children friendly beach in the area, one long stretch of golden sand, dotted with tropical palm trees. It has showers, changing rooms and sun loungers available. There are always some activities going on like beach volley, aerobics, etc.
The best way for visiting Las Teresitas beach is to combine a pleasant swim in the sea followed by a meal in the nearby village of San Andrés. In this fishing village there are a great number of restaurants perfect for fresh fish or shellfish meal prepared in the traditional Canarian way. The Lido Martianez in Puerto de La Cruz, is most often called Lago Martianez it provides a perfect day out for all the family, The Lido Martianez with its natural salt water swimming pools is one of the largest of all the Canary Islands. The pools are filled with 27 000m3 of water from the ocean which runs through a filter system. The new fountain in the main lake splashes enormous beams of water all around. The lido has a children´s splash pool and some of the main swimming pools are heated.
The ocean surrounding the Lago Martianez can be seen from all angles so you are spoiled by the vast view of the deep blue Atlantic sea.
Opening times are every day
from 10a.m. to 19 p.m.
Dont´t forget to visit the famous Loro Park whilst you are at Puerto de La Cruz- see our section on activities
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