Tenerife is one of Europe's most compelling golf destinations, it offers sunshine all year round, an impressive line up of courses and the kind of atmosphere that makes your golf trip feel like an actual holiday. Whether you are planning a group getaway or solo escape, getting the details right from the start is key to planning the perfect Tenerife golf trip. Here’s what to consider.
When Are You Going?
Tenerife's climate means golf is playable throughout the year but timing your trip well can improve your experience and your budget.
- November to February is peak season, temperatures sit comfortably at 20°C - 23°C & the island attracts a steady flow of UK golfers escaping the winter, making courses busier & accommodation costly, so book in advance
- March to May offers a sweet spot, warm enough to play in shorts, quieter on the courses & less costly
- September to October is a strong option, the summer crowd thins out, temperatures remain mid-to-high 20s & availability improves across hotels & tee times
- June to August suits those happy to play early morning or late afternoon, prices drop, courses are quiet & the Atlantic breeze keeps things manageable
Which Courses To Put On Your List
Tenerife has around a dozen courses, ranging from relaxed holiday friendly layouts to championship courses. A well-planned trip will give you a mixture of challenge and enjoyment.
Abama Golf
A standout for serious golfers with a Dave Thomas design on the slopes of Mount Teide, it demands precision but rewards it with views across the Atlantic to La Gomera. A buggy is included in the green fee, and you'll want (or need) it.
Golf Costa Adeje
Offering 27 holes and a more forgiving experience than Abama, without making any golfer feel like a pushover. It’s a natural choice for groups of mixed handicaps.
Buenavista Golf
Found north of the island with a Seve Ballesteros design and an unusually balanced card: six par 3s, six par 4s and six par 5s. With a mountainous background and an ocean ahead, it has a unique setting like none you will find amongst the Canaries, worth the hour’s drive (from the South of the island).
Golf del Sur
Nearby to Tenerife Sur Airport, is this well regarded 18-hole championship layout with a volcanic setting. Having a strong approach to your play is well rewarded here.
Golf Las Americas
An enjoyable, target style course that suits anyone wanting holiday golf without the pressure of championship challenges.
Where To Stay
Where you base yourself often shapes the whole trip, the south of the island, around Costa Adeje, Las Américas and Golf del Sur, puts you within close proximity of most courses. For something more secluded, the Ritz Carlton Abama sits directly on the course and is a good suit for anyone looking for a premium stay. If Buenavista is on your itinerary, the Meliá Hacienda del Conde sits beside it.
How To Get The Planning Right
A Tenerife golf trip has more elements than you might initially realise, such as:
- Tee time availability
- Transfer logistics
- Course combinations that make geographic sense
- Accommodation that suits your group
Going through Chaka Travel means those details are handled for you and the itinerary is built around what you want from the trip.
At Chaka Travel, we plan premium golf trips that take care of everything from first enquiry to the last hole. Tell us what you're looking for and we'll put together a trip worth talking about.
Get in touch with us today to begin planning your Tenerife golf trip.