The true nature of an island is in the Sea
Tenerife is an island with many different faces; Different climates, different landscapes, different forms of leisure… but it is still an island! Sailing here is the most natural thing in the world, the coast is wide, the winds are light and the coastline is full of charming corners. Are you coming to do a little sailing in Tenerife?
The practice of sailing has strong roots on the island of Tenerife.
As you probably already know, in Tenerife there are numerous options in terms of water sports and adventure or nature activities linked to the sea. Sailing, both in competition and for recreational purposes, is one of the most deeply rooted here, in different modalities: optimist, vaurien, snipe…
In the same way that there is a lot of variety in terms of the leisure offer related to sailing, both in dinghy sailing and in other modalities, the same can be said of the areas to practice. You can find them along the entire perimeter of the island with great ease, although on the southern coast and around Santa Cruz de Tenerife is where sailing clubs and facilities are most abundant.
Here below we present some of these abundant options for sailing in Tenerife, whether you have never set foot on a sailboat or if regattas have no secrets for you.
Sailing in the north of Tenerife
The north coast of Tenerife is less quiet, and that means that nautical activities are less widespread; but that does not mean that there are not…
CIDEMAT: The Tenerife Marine Sports Centre belongs to the Cabildo de Tenerife. If you want to take a sailing course, Tenerife makes it easy for you through this centre. Its facilities (located in Valleseco, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife) make it easy for anyone to practice various activities, including dinghy sailing, for which they have 50 boats. An excellent reference.
Canary Islands Multicharter: To the north of Santa Cruz, in the neighborhood of El Suculum, next to San Andrés, we find this company focused on recreational nautical activities: fishing, whale watching, snorkeling, charter trips and, of course, excursions that can range from three hours to three days (a private cruise), for about ten crew members. They have two beautiful sailboats for this, the Spaniel and the Roulette.
Aquavela: As for sailing school, Tenerife north is an ideal place. This teaching centre (they are located in Puerto de la Cruz) is a unique opportunity to sail and to improve your skills as a boat skipper, something essential if you want to go further and become independent. They offer several qualifications, from the basic sailing license to the yacht skipper. A good option to learn sailing in Tenerife.
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Sailing in the south of Tenerife
The number of nautical and sailing activities in the south of Tenerife is directly proportional to the influx of tourism to the area. There is so much to choose from…
Velatenerife: Its name makes clear its vocation and main activity: sailing in Tenerife. Its base in Playa de San Juan (on the coast of Guía de Isora) is ideal for beginners in the art of dinghy sailing or to explore the coast on your own by renting both dinghy sailing and cruising sailing (also with a skipper, if you prefer). Their staff is excellently trained from a technical perspective and in customer service.
Sports Club Tenerife: Originally oriented towards nautical board sports, they have grown to become a sailing classic in Playa de las Américas. They organize excursions, rent sailboats and carry out many other activities related to the sea, both for small groups or families as well as for couples or independent travelers. If you are nearby and you are interested, do not hesitate to look for them.
Kailani: This company specializes in whale watching, and they can offer really pleasant sailing experiences, since you can participate in the definition of the route, the duration of the journey and other details to personalize the experience. They pride themselves on their services suitable for people with mobility difficulties. If you are going to be in Costa Adeje, this is your reference.
"The sea will give every man a new hope, as sleep gives him dreams." – Christopher Columbus
That is my ship, my treasure...
The wind on your face, the sun on your skin, the salt in your nose… Sailing is one of the best ways to face the challenges of nature and feel like self-owner while enjoying a unique experience full of sensations. It’s one of those things we should all do once in a while, or at least once in a lifetime.
And why not do it in Tenerife? With unbeatable climatic conditions and coastal landscapes capable of taking the breath away from the most painted, it is the perfect location to start, improve or achieve excellence in sailing. Find the facilities closest to your destination or that catch your attention the most, find out more and… go for it!
And, as we have told you, you don’t need to be a sea dog, precisely. You just have to feel like enjoying the ocean for a while, to let yourself embark (pun intended) on a little adventure; because going out to sea always is. And, as in a good adventure, you never quite know what you are going to find…
So don’t miss your opportunities to get sailing in Tenerife during your time on the island. It’s the kind of activity that appeals to families with kids, couples in love, or groups of friends looking for something new and exciting. And, of course, to those who know the sea and know how to enjoy it and get the most out of it.