El Caletón de Garachico

A swimming spot for all the family in one of Tenerife’s charming towns

The Atlantic has arms that soothe and the area of El Caletón, in the north of Tenerife, more than proves it. Just beside the San Miguel Castle (16th Century) and with the imposing presence of the famous rock, symbol of the Garachico eruption of 1706 when this was the most important port in Tenerife, this area of pure lava offers the perfect combination of open sea and calm large rock pools for the whole family, just metres away from all the services you need for a lovely day out.

Bathe in El Caletón de Garachico

Swimming in El Caletón isn't just about recharging your batteries in the salt water; it also offers you the chance to see a part of one of the most beautiful historic centres of the Canary Islands, with the spectacular La Culata cliffs and views along the rest of the northern coastline. There are lifeguards during the summer, a restaurant on the lava itself, parking facilities, a public swimming pool next door, a beach nearby, the new port and numerous fabulous places to visit, where you can eat or shop. Everything you could ask for in one delightful spot.

Recommended tide

Mid tide

Showers

Solarium

Is accessible

Kids zone

Todo el año

Oleaje moderado

Garachico

Bathe with caution

Sustainability

Never leave waste of any type lying around, including cigarette butts. Leftover food leads to a proliferation of rats and wild cats.
Do not throw any waste or other objects into the water.
Respect the animals. Do not bother them or feed them. If you see an injured specimen, you can call the emergency number: 112. Do not pick flowers or plants from the environment.
Do not pick up or take away stones or any other item from the natural environment. And do not move them to pile them up into sadly famous 'towers'.
Do not use soap or gel in the showers.
Try to use ocean-friendly sun creams.
Try not to alter the peace of the environment with excessive noise (loud music, yelling, etc.) or activities that might be bothersome, such as ball games.
Pets are prohibited at many natural pools. Make sure you can take them beforehand.