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Just off the coast of Africa, the Canaries enjoy year round sunshine and Tenerife provides superb sailing holidays all year.

The Canaries are situated close to the northwest coast of Africa off the Western Sahara. With constant north-westerly wind throughout the year, the sailing is exhilarating but yacht charter in the Canaries requires more experience than in the easier Mediterranean destinations.

Starting your yacht charter in Tenerife gives you the chance to visit three of the most untouched islands in the Canaries - La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro, long considered the "world’s end" until the discovery of America.

The Canary Islands are spectacular volcanic mountains but there are plenty of good harbours and marinas. During your sailing holiday keep an eye out for dolphins and pilot whales that play in the bow wave.

Tenerife Yacht Charter

  • Overview
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    Puerto De Tazacorte

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    Santa Cruz

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    San Sebastian

    Sailing holidays in Tenerife

    • Direct flights from many regional airports
    • Dramatic volcanic mountains
    • Puerto de Tazacorte-tiny streets lined with colourful houses
    • Average distances of 35nm/day, some days up to 60nm
    • Level 3 sailing
    • A year round sailing destination
    • Average winds force 5-8
    • Mostly harbours and marinas
    • Charters run Saturday to Saturday
  • 1 Wk Itinerary

    Suggested 1 week sailing itinerary in Tenerife

    DAY 1 : Santa Cruz

    Embark at Santa Cruz the capital of Tenerife, about 30 minutes from the airport.

    DAY 2 : San Sebastian (28nm)

    San Sebastian on La Gomera was the starting point for Columbus on his first voyage. Overnight in Puerto de Playa Santiago and savor the local Gomera cuisine. The whole island is an unexplored place of wild beauty - go ashore and enjoy the scenery of steep cliffs and beaches, palm groves and the Garajonay National Park, a unique ecological treasure of crystal clear waters and green laurel forests.

    DAY 3 : Puerto De Tazacorte, La Palma (60nm)

    The most exotic of the islands formed from a volcanic crater with a coastline of majestically steep cliffs and black volcanic sands. La Palma is called the 'Pretty Isle' by Canary Islanders for its spectacularly lush vegetation, abundant clear waters and floral wealth which are in sharp contrast to the many volcanic forms that are testimony to the island's origins.

    DAY 4 : La Restinga, El Hierro (65nm)

    Spectactular scenery above and below the water and the sea is so clear, a paradise for snorkellers and divers. All this, plus the kind and friendly nature of the people, makes a visit to the smallest of the Canary Islands a charming experience.

    DAY 5: Puerto de Valle Gran Reyiseros, La Gomera (45nm)

    A very picturesque harbour.

    DAY 6 : Los Gigantes, Tenerife (25nm)

    A lively marina with a superb beach.

    DAY 7 : Santa Cruz de Tenerife (14nm)

    Tenerife 1 week sailing holiday itinerary

  • Sailing Conditions

    Sailing conditions in Tenerife

    Strong north-westerly trade winds all year Force 5-8. The wind varies throughout the year but, though largely predictable, is always interesting. The weather is warm and sunny most of the time.

    We have rated this destination a 'Level 3' (levels info) and you will need RYA Coastal Skipper qualification for bareboat charters in the Canary Islands.

    If you are at all unsure about a destination then please get in touch and our sales team will be more than happy to make their recommendations for you.

  • Getting There

    Getting There

    Flights to Tenerife

    EasyJet have flights to Tenerife South from Gatwick, Bristol & Manchester on Fridays and Saturdays. Jet2 and Thomson have flights from most UK airports on Fridays.

    Transfers

    Transfer time to Santa Cruz is 75 mins. Transfer time to San Miguel and Marina del Sur is 15 mins. 

"I just wanted to say how incredibly impressed I’ve been with all aspects of your service. Throughout, the process has been quick and efficient with quick responses on all queries and even help with issues like arranging delivery of provisions. The charter company and quality of yacht was excellent. For the first time ever I had to make a claim against the indemnity policy for some small damage to the hull (cost less than the policy cost), this was approved within 24 hrs which is huge peace of mind. I do two sailing holidays a year and now won’t book with anyone else (if you can offer us a good deal which I’m sure you can!)"

Mallorca 2019 - N.C.
Trustpilot

Tenerife Yacht Charter prices

Fleet 1 from Lanzarote 2023 Prices shown are in GB£ per yacht for 1 week
Yacht details 27 May-23 Sep23 Sep-31 Dec31 Dec-25 May
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Dufour 382 GL201732296529652965
Dufour 412 GL201732338433843384
Bavaria Cruiser 37201531274527452745

Fleet 2 from Tenerife 2023 Prices shown are in GB£ per yacht for 1 week
Yacht details 13-26 May27 May-21Jul22 Jul-18 Aug19 Aug-22 Sep23 Sep-13 Oct14 Oct-03 Nov04 -10 Nov11 Nov-02 Dec02 Dec-06 Jan
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 419201732285728572857285728572857285723812095

Fleet 1 from Lanzarote 2023 Prices shown are in GB£ per yacht for 1 week
Yacht details 27 May-23 Sep23 Sep-31 Dec31 Dec-25 May
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 479201844423242324232
Bavaria Cruiser 56201554 (3+1)487148714871
Bavaria Cruiser 51201453444244424442
Sun Odyssey 519201853487148714871

Fleet 2 from Tenerife 2023 Prices shown are in GB£ per yacht for 1 week
Yacht details 13-26 May27 May-21Jul22 Jul-18 Aug19 Aug-22 Sep23 Sep-13 Oct14 Oct-03 Nov04 -10 Nov11 Nov-02 Dec02 Dec-06 Jan
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 51920185338104762504865715048 - - 38102857
Sun Odyssey 49020195340954667504865715048 - - 36192952
Jeanneau 5420195348575238600069526000 - - 40953429

Fleet 1 Yachts

Extras payable on embarkation:

YACHT SECURITY:
Refundable deposit €1500 - €2000. Non refundable deposit on request.
COMPULSORY EXTRAS;
All inclusive pack (includes end cleaning, bed linen and towels, dinghy and outboard, cooking gas): Monohulls up to 41' £385, 42' to 46' £430, 47' and above £480
Fuel used (fill up on return)

Optional extras: (i.e. SUP's) available on request

SKIPPER: available on request

Fleet 2 Yachts

Extras payable on embarkation:

YACHT SECURITY:
Refundable deposit €2500. Non refundable deposit on request.
COMPULSORY EXTRAS:
End cleaning, 3 cabins - €100, 4 cabins - €150, 5 cabins - €180, Catamaran 380 - €150. Gas €20.
 
Fuel used (fill up on return)
Optional extras (i.e Outboard, SUP's etc) available on request.
SKIPPER: €1330/week + food and drink + own cabin
 

Prices may be subject to change.

Sailing Qualifications

To skipper a bareboat charter or flotilla yacht, you need to hold a practical sailing certificate equivalent to RYA Day Skipper Practical qualification or RYA International Certificate of Competence (ICC). For charters in Greece, you must now have the ICC certificate. You must also be assisted by at least one competent crew member over the age of 18.

The port authorities in Greece are now insisting on one of the following practical certificates: RYA ICC (International Certificate of Competence), RYA Coastal, RYA Yachtmaster, ASA IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) or the IYT (International Yacht Training) Passport. If you hold an RYA Day Skipper or ASA104 it will no longer be accepted and you need to obtain either an ICC or IPC from the corresponding issuing body (RYA or ASA). If your RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster or ASA105/106 certificate is more than 12 years old and does not have a photo ID, then we would also strongly advise applying for an ICC or IPC. If you are a member of the RYA or ASA, you may qualify for a discount or free certificate, otherwise, you will have to pay. The approximate cost is £50. Please use this link - RYA application for the ICC or ASA application for the IPC.

For charters in Croatia, Malta and the Canaries, at least one member of the crew or the skipper will also need a VHF licence.

RYA qualifications can be obtained by RYA sailing schools in the UK or alternatively choose from one of our overseas centres in Gibraltar, Greece or Turkey.

For Seychelles, the local authorities require an ICC for the skipper of a bareboat or flotilla yacht charter.

For Caribbean and Tropical charters, formal qualifications are not compulsory, however, you should be Day Skipper standard and be assisted by at least one competent crew. A brief sailing resume should be provided to outline your experience.

If you don't hold the relevant qualifications then why not add a skipper?

Sailing Levels

Level 1

Winds force 2-3 (4-11 Knots)combined with generally shorter distances. Good for beginner or intermediate sailors. Line-of-sight navigation but basic knowledge of charts and ability to plot your position required.

Level 2

Winds force 3-5 (7-21 Knots) with approximately 15-20nm per day. Intermediate experience required. Predominately line of sight navigation but an understanding of how to sail in open water.

Level 3

Winds force 4-6 (11-27 Knots) with mileage of approximately 20nm+ per day. Ideal for experienced skippers looking to venture out to new destinations. Day skipper standard but with experienced crew would be recommended.