·3 min read·By Villa de Marcos Team
Best Beaches Near Costa del Silencio, Tenerife
Discover the top beaches within walking and driving distance of Costa del Silencio — from volcanic coves to golden sand beaches perfect for families.
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Costa del Silencio sits on Tenerife's southern coast — quiet, sun-drenched, and surrounded by some of the island's most interesting beaches. Whether you're staying at a villa in the area or just passing through, you're within easy reach of everything from volcanic black-sand coves to calm family-friendly shores.
Here are the best beaches near Costa del Silencio, from closest to furthest.
Playa de Montaña Amarilla — 5 minutes on foot
The jewel of Costa del Silencio. Montaña Amarilla ("Yellow Mountain") is a sheltered volcanic cove with dark sand and incredibly calm, clear water. The surrounding rock formations are dramatic, and snorkelling here is excellent — you'll spot fish, sea urchins, and on a good day, turtles.
Getting there: A 10-15 minute walk from the centre of Costa del Silencio. Follow the coastal path heading east from the residential area.
Best for: Snorkelling, photography, quiet mornings before the day-trippers arrive.
Playa La Ballena — 15 minutes on foot
A small, sheltered beach popular with locals. The water is usually calm and clear, protected from the swell by the natural rocky headlands. There's a beach bar nearby and a pleasant promenade.
Best for: Families with young children, calm swimming.
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Playa Las Galletas — 5 minutes by car
Las Galletas is a working fishing village with a pleasant sandy beach. It has a relaxed, local feel — you'll find small restaurants serving fresh fish right on the seafront. The beach itself is modest in size but clean, with calm water.
Best for: Authentic Canarian atmosphere, local seafood lunch after a swim.
Playa Colmenares — 8 minutes by car
A quieter, less-visited beach between Costa del Silencio and Guaza. It's a natural, undeveloped beach — no sunbeds, no bars — just the volcanic landscape and the Atlantic. Ideal if you want solitude.
Best for: Quiet sunbathing, rock pooling, watching sunsets.
Playa de Los Enojados — 10 minutes by car
A long, flat beach with calm water that's very popular with families. There's parking nearby, some beach facilities in season, and it's generally less crowded than the bigger resort beaches further north.
Best for: Families, long walks along the shore.
Tips for Visiting Tenerife Beaches
What to bring
Reef shoes are essential — many southern beaches have rocky entries and volcanic sea floors. Pack sunscreen even in winter (UV levels are high year-round this close to the Tropic of Cancer — see our guide to Tenerife in winter), and arrive early to beat the crowds.
- Parking — most beaches have free roadside parking, though it can be limited in peak season.
- Facilities — the most popular beaches (La Ballena, Las Galletas) have beach bars; Colmenares and Montaña Amarilla are natural, no-facilities beaches.
Staying Near Costa del Silencio
If you're looking for a base to explore all these beaches, Villa de Marcos is located in the heart of Costa del Silencio, just a short walk from Playa de Montaña Amarilla. With 7 bedrooms and space for up to 14 guests, it's an ideal choice for families and groups who want to explore southern Tenerife at their own pace.
Beaches are only part of the picture — here's everything else to do in Costa del Silencio, and if you're deciding between areas, our honest comparisons of Costa del Silencio vs Los Cristianos and vs El Médano.
Explore Villa de Marcos →Frequently asked questions
What is the closest beach to Costa del Silencio?
Playa de Montaña Amarilla, a sheltered volcanic cove with dark sand and calm, clear water, is a 10-15 minute walk from the centre of Costa del Silencio. It is one of the best snorkelling spots in the area.
Are the beaches near Costa del Silencio sandy?
Some are. Montaña Amarilla has dark volcanic sand, and Las Galletas and Los Enojados have sandy stretches. Much of the coastline is volcanic rock with natural pools, so reef shoes help.
Which beach near Costa del Silencio is best for young children?
Playa La Ballena, about a 15-minute walk away, is small, sheltered and usually calm — well suited to young children. Los Enojados is also flat with calm water and popular with families.
Do you need a car to reach the beaches near Costa del Silencio?
Not for the closest ones — Montaña Amarilla and La Ballena are walkable. Las Galletas, Colmenares and Los Enojados are 5-10 minutes by car.
What should I bring to Tenerife's southern beaches?
Reef shoes for rocky volcanic entries, sunscreen since UV is high year-round, and water. Natural beaches like Colmenares and Montaña Amarilla have no facilities, so bring what you need.
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