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Yacht Charter Tenerife

With attractive islands, idyllic beaches, exciting prevailing winds and long sailing season, the Canaries are the ideal destination for a European sailing vacation.

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  • A variety of fauna and flora
  • Delicious local food specialities
  • Impressive volcanic landscapes

Sailing Tenerife

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 The Canary Islands are a Spanish archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean off Spain’s southwest and Africa’s northwest coasts, comprising Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro. These are the seven main islands, although there are many other smaller islets to discover while sailing the Canary Islands. 

On Tenerife, where we have our base at Amarilla Marina, you’ll find the world’s third highest volcano, Mount Teide. Renting a boat in Tenerife is great for lovers of marine life as you can see dolphins, pilot whales and even manta rays. It’s also a hotspot for watersports, especially kitesurfing.

Lanzarote is home to a national park with impressive geological formations created by volcanic eruptions and, if you love beach life, Fuerteventura has a coastline with 150km of white sand. For a subtropical experience, La Gomera offers hiking in a luxuriant forest with rare flora and fauna, while in Gran Canaria you can take a challenging 12km walk to the impressive Roque Nublo monolith. 

For your yacht charter in the Canaries, you’ll need a sailing license recognized by the local port authorities. Alternatively, you can hire a skipper. Read our guide to sailing qualifications for more information.

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Available charter types

Bareboat

For experienced sailors, a bareboat charter is the perfect getaway..
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Skippered

Relax and leave all the sailing to a professional skipper.
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Easy crewed

The simplest, hassle-free way to charter a crewed private yacht.
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Fully crewed

Your own private yacht for an all-inclusive luxury sailing vacation.
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Cabin cruise

Reserve a private ensuite stateroom on a modern catamaran.
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SailShare

Low package rates for island-hopping aboard a sailing yacht.
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Aqualodge

Get closer to nature on the perfect self-catering Caribbean holiday.
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Power Catamaran

Cruise faster and see more on the perfect charter boat.
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Things to do in Tenerife

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Volcano cable cars

Visit Mount Teide in Tenerife, Spain’s highest peak, by cable car. Head to the top in just eight minutes for an incredible view where you can spot some of the other Canary Islands on clear days. Early morning is said to be the best time.

The Fire Mountains of Timanfaya

Sail to Lanzarote and visit a lava flow landscape formed from eruptions 300 years ago. See how close the magma is to the surface and eat chicken grilled by volcanic heat.

Corralejo on Fuerteventura

One of the best things to do in Fuerteventura is to head to the Grandes Playas with its wide stretch of golden powder sand, rolling dunes and the chance to go kite and windsurfing. For more seclusion, head south from Playa Larga.

Garajonay National Park

On Gomera, walk through this lush, green laurel forest, often covered by a thick, damp mist reminiscent of tropical rainforests. The vegetation is unique and the park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Sand dunes

On Gran Canaria, head to the Natural Dune Reserve of Maspalomas and feel like you have arrived in Africa. These dunes are huge and a great setting to watch the sunset.

Weather insights

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When is the best time to visit Tenerife?

The best time to visit Tenerife is between spring and fall, although it is warm all year round. Tenerife has a typically dry climate between March through October, which gives a long sailing season. It is known as the sunniest island in the Canaries. In the spring, temperatures are around 73ºF before peaking in the summer months around 82ºF on average. Even during fall, you can still enjoy warm days around 78ºF right up to mid-October.

What are the sailing conditions in Tenerife?

Sailing conditions in Tenerife are excellent, with northeast trade winds that blow strongest in the warmest hours of the day. The winds are strongest in the shoulder seasons and peak in July at up to 30mph.

Pay attention to advisory information regarding sailing La Palma.

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Sailing charters in Tenerife with Dream Yacht Charter

Bareboat yacht charters

Take the helm and enjoy an itinerary bursting with geological wonders and beautiful beaches with a sailing trip in Tenerife.

Skippered Yacht charters

You can still enjoy sailing Tenerife even if you don’t know how to sail. Hire a skipper to show you and your guests around the islands’ highlights while you relax.

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Tenerife sailing itinerary

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8-day itinerary Tenerife

DAY 1 : Amarilla Marina, San Miguel de Abona, Tenerife

Embark from our base in Amarilla Marina on the southern coast of Tenerife in Santa Cruz. It’s just a short 20-minute drive from the airports on the island.

DAY 2: San Miguel de Abona, Tenerife – San Sebastián, La Gomera (28nm)

Set sail for San Sebastian on the island of La Gomera. San Sebastian was the starting point for Christopher Columbus for his first trip to America. On the island, you will find Columbus’ old house which has been turned into a museum. Stay overnight in Puerto de Playa Santiago and enjoy the delicious local cuisine. In the center of the island, you can discover the Garajonay National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Since 2012, the island’s Anaga area has been recognized as a Biosphere Reserve.

DAY 3: San Sebastian, La Gomera – La Palma (60nm)

You can still visit La Palma and enjoy hiking along ancient trails in the forests of Bosque de Los Tilos or Roque de los Muchachos, plus the natural swimming pools of Charco Azul.

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

Head south of La Palma to explore the spectacular landscapes of La Restinga. It is the main seaside resort and fishing port of El Hierro, known for its colorful boats. It is also famous for its diving centers. You will find two small black sand beaches near the fishing port, an ideal place to discover the clear sea of the smallest Canary Island.

DAY 5: La Restinga, El Hierro – Puerto de Valle Gran Reyiseros, La Gomera (45nm)

Set sail for Puerto de Valle Gran Reyiseros, a small town on the western coast of La Gomera. Enjoy relaxing on beautiful black sand beaches and the exotic feel from the palms and banana plantations. Or, for the more adventurous, explore several hiking trails that run from the village of La Calera to the Garajonay National Park. Don’t miss the hippy craft market every Sunday.

DAY 6: Puerto de Valle Gran Reyiseros, La Gomera – Los Gigantes, Tenerife (25nm)

Explore Los Gigantes, a place that lives up to its name. It is a must-see highlight during a cruise in Tenerife. Here, huge cliffs 300 to 600m high plunge into the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean. You will have a magnificent view, not to be missed! This magnificent view, which is really something to see. You will enjoy the superb colors of these breathtaking cliffs.

DAY 7: Los Gigantes, Tenerife – Santa Cruz de Tenerife (14nm)

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the ancient capital of the Canary Islands and has retained its true charm and authenticity. Take your time visiting historic churches and discover the pretty streets with their brightly colored houses. The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the most important in Spain and one of the largest in the world. The festivities last a month and end with a big ball.

DAY 8: Santa Cruz de Tenerife – San Miguel de Abona, Tenerife

Head back to base at Amarilla Marina for check out.

Useful information for sailing charters Tenerife

Tenerife statue market old town

How do I get to Tenerife from the US?

To reach the base for your Tenerife charter vacation, you can fly from New York to Tenerife Sur Airport (TFS) via European cities with American or Norwegian airlines, or from Miami with Tap Air Portugal. You can also fly to Tenerife Norte Airport (TFN). Alternatively, you can fly to Madrid and get a connecting flight to Tenerife. Check the airport websites for more information.

We can arrange taxi transfers to our marina, which takes about 15 minutes from Tenerife Sur Airport and an hour from Tenerife Norte Airport.

What is the language spoken?

The local language of Tenerife is Spanish, although English is widely spoken among the friendly islanders.

What is the currency?

The currency in Tenerife is the Euro (EUR).

What documents do I need to sail Tenerife?

For your sailing trip in Tenerife, make sure your passport is in date and valid for the duration of your stay. You will also need a sailing license recognized by local port authorities.

Talk to us to make sure you have the correct documents before you travel.

How do I get around Tenerife?

Major car rental companies operate offices at the airport, or you can use the public bus service. Just look for the bright green buses. For more information, visit the bus company’s website.

You can take one of the area’s white taxis. These run on the meter or you can negotiate a price, which should be agreed on before you get into the taxi.

What is the Wi-Fi like?

There is internet access available at the marina in the cafe and you can pay to access an internet-enabled laptop. Wi-Fi is also available via cafes and hotspots, but you may need to pay. Cell phones can work depending on zones, but don’t forget the roaming fees.

Where can I find weather forecasts?

You can find Tenerife weather forecasts on the Windy.com website..

What provisioning is there?

There are plenty of choices for provisioning in Tenerife, including a supermarket just a five-minute drive from our marina.

What baggage can I take on my Tenerife sailing vacation?

When sailing the Canary Islands, please take only soft bags and not suitcases as they are too cumbersome.

What is the electrical current?

The land electrical current in Tenerife is 220V.

What is the dialing code?

The dialing code for Tenerife is +34.

What is the cancellation policy for Sail Share?

We highly recommend you arrange travel insurance in case you need to cancel for an unexpected reason to cover non-refundable deposits.

Our Sail Share cabin cancellation fees are:

  • More than 90 days before original embarkation date: 25% of the charter fee
  • 89 – 60 days before original embarkation date: 50% of the charter fee
  • 59 – 30 days before original embarkation date: 75% of the charter fee
  • Fewer than 29 days before original embarkation date: 100% of the charter fee

How flexible is the itinerary for a Sail Share charter?

Our yacht itineraries are designed by our destination experts and are set to showcase the best of the destination’s highlights. They are set and not flexible, even if you book all the cabins.

What happens if the weather changes while sailing on a Sail Share charter?

The skipper may decide to change the itinerary if there is bad weather.

Can I choose which cabin I want when I book a Sail Share?

Choose a double cabin with shared bath, or private bath for an additional fee.

Are there child or age restrictions for Sail Share?

Minimum Age: 16 years old

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Absolutely amazing! Fred + Isabelle were so accommodating and did so much for us. Isabelle’s food was incredible. Thanks so much!

Laura

Exumas Cabin

Excellent. Very professional and great service!

Thomas

Antigua Bareboat

Just what we needed coming out of a year of lockdown, to see new places and connect with nature. Highly recommended for your next sailing adventure!

Johan

St. Martin Bareboat

Excellent cruise and very good stay. Skipper attentive, very pleasant and very professional.

Maxime

Guadeloupe Skippered

Just returned from another fantastic sailing week at your base in Pula and I would like to thank everyone involved for making this possible on such short notice and without any problems.

Mathias

Croatia Bareboat

The marina itself is a perfect starting point with great facilities! The Lagoon 42 was in good condition and the skipper was amazing and very knowledgeable of the area.”

Jonathan

Spain Skippered

What an AMAZING experience. We’ve just returned from a week long skippered charter from Corfu, sailing around the beautiful islands of the Ionian. Paxos, Antipaxos and Corfu Old Town were beautiful and the secluded bays we had the pleasure of visiting thanks to our local skipper, Nicholas, were simply overwhelming. Fly and flops are no longer for us – we’ll be chartering with DYC for the foreseeable future.

David

Greece Skippered

Our group of 10 had an AMAZING time in French Polynesia from May 21-28, 2022! The food was amazing, our captain and chef, husband and wife: Henry and Mehee (sp), were incredible and the whole experience on board was a dream! We can’t wait to book another trip through DYC

Katie

Tahiti Crewed Premium

DYC provided a great sailing experience for my extended family on 2 monos out of Scrub Island. The boats were in great shape and preformed perfectly and the staff were friendly and helpful. Having worked for a number of charter companies over the years DYC is one of the best.

Charlie

British Virgin Islands Bareboat

I’m currently in the Maldives and having the time of my life. Captain Jack and the crew are professional, safe and FUN! The boat is immaculate and the food is delicious. He even makes CAKE! The beds are surprisingly comfortable and we are all sleeping 9 hours a night. If you like island hopping, there is no other better option than Dream Yacht Charter. We will be booking Tahiti next year.

Cynthia

Maldives Cabin

The new boat was in fabulous shape. We had the greatest possible experience exploring archipelago waterways and islands. I could never imagine this might be so much fun and joy and we are already looking forward for the another upcoming trip in Ionian.

Vyautas

Scandinavia Bareboat

Baja is my favorite place now. There was something for everyone: sailed under northerlies with mostly calm evenings, snorkeled, fished, bummed it on the sandy beaches, enchanted by pelicans feeding, greeted by the barking sea lions and explored the Ispiritu Santo island geology. DYC La Paz base provided competent professional support with a well provisioned and maintained boat. We were nourished well by an onboard cook arranged with DYC freeing us all for more play. A vacation and an adventure connected with nature.

Taiyoko

Mexico Crewed Premium

All staff were fantastic and made our trip very memorable. Incredibly friendly and welcoming, the food was amazing. The service throughout the trip was always first class!

Tommy

Thailand Cabin

Absolutely recommended. Perfect service and set up. Will charter again and will recommend Dream Yacht Charter anytime.

Zahradnik

Turkey Bareboat

I just returned from 3 weeks of amazing sailing with my family on one of your catamarans in Sardinia. I would like to express my thanks to our skipper Simone and Daniela, our hostess.

Giles

Sardinia Skippered

For a first cruise as a skipper, the Mediterranean is great. The Dream Yacht Charter service is too!

Thomas

France Bareboat

We had an incredible trip and actually got engaged on the first night of our sail! We will certainly be back one day. Thank you for getting us ready for our charter. We were definitely beginners but he gave us a very thorough but very easy to follow training and it gave us a lot of confidence.

George

Australia Bareboat

The on board experience was way beyond our expectations. Isabelle provided exceptional three course meals. We could not believe her creativity and delicious meals. Thomas was an excellent skipper. He was always on the lookout for our needs. Thanks guys!” Spira, New Caledonia bareboat with crew charter

Spira

New Caledonia Easy Crewed

Yet again another fantastic sail with another great crew. Thanks again to a great captain and cook. Was totally fantastic.

Connie

Seychelles Cabin

It’s always a pleasure sailing with DYC in the UK. Great team, great boats, great sailing. Very flexible and work hard to make your trip a success. Many thanks.

Derek

Brittany Bareboat

Unforgettable spots to snorkel and beaches. Very experienced crew. Highly recommend.

Simone

Cuba Cabin

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