1. Amarilla Marina

Our base Amarilla Marina in San Miguel de Abona, is an ideal starting point for your Canary Islands sailing tour due to its proximity to the airport (about 8km). The marina is located next to Amarilla Golf, a 18-hole golf course with view to the Atlantic Ocean. Above the marina there are several restaurants on the waterfront which surely offer the right dish for every taste. There are several small rocky coves nearby the port where a refreshing swim is possible. An endless promenade (partly an unpaved path) invites you for a relaxed walk along the sea.

2. Tenerife (Los Gigantes): 25 nm

After spending your first night on board, you feel ready for the first day on the Atlantic. However, you need to stay in the lee of the Teide, with 3.718 m Tenerife’s and even Spain’s highest elevation, to get used to the conditions of bluewater sailing. The day’s tack leads around the southern tip of Tenerife, past the tourist hotspots “Los Cristianos” and “Costa Adeje,” along the coast to the north. With the west coast on starboard, you will reach today’s destination “Los Gigantes” after several hours. The town is well-known for the cliffs that rise vertically from the sea up to 450 m. The view is spectacular, both on land and on water. The port entrance lies in the north/northwest direction. The shallow waters make it challenging to enter the port due to swell and undertow.
Suppose you have the time to spare, why not visit the „Playa de Masca“ with its pirate caves about 3 nm north of the port entrance of Los Gigantes. You can spend the rest of the day in the marina relaxing at the beach or go hiking on the famous cliffs. About 1 km from the marina, there is a Lidl supermarket and another 500 m further a Mercadona. Replenish your supplies here in case you forgot something.

3. La Palma (Santa Cruz de La Palma): 70 nm

You better get up early today because you are going on a long tack to Santa Cruz de La Palma. La Palma is also known as the “Isla Verde,” which means “Green Island.” It earned this name not least because forests make up 40 % of the island. The island has escaped mass tourism and has thus retained its original character.
If you keep heading northwest, you leave the cliffs behind and leave Tenerife’s lee after about 13 nm. From this point on, the sea can get a little rougher. Perhaps you are lucky enough to see or even be accompanied by the numerous whales and dolphins here during this day-long leg. It is a unique experience to see these majestic creatures of the sea up close. After a long day at sea, La Palma is getting closer. The port offers you two marinas: a smaller one at the west coast, in Tazacorte, and a new one at the east side in the island’s capital Santa Cruz de La Palma with large boxes and room to maneuver. If you are not too tired from sailing, why not take a stroll through Santa Cruz?

4. La Palma: Day at the port

After a filling breakfast, organize a car at the next car rental for the day to thoroughly explore the island. The numerous mountain passes lead you to the highest peak of La Palma, the “Roque de Los Muchachos.” Several observatories are situated on its ridge, making for an impressive sight.
On a clear day, you can spot the neighboring islands “La Gomera,” “El Hierro,” and “Tenerife” on the horizon. Even if the weather’s not playing ball, you still have a magnificent view of La Palma. Don’t miss out on the restaurants in the numerous small villages that offer their local specialties. With renewed strength, you could go on a hike through nature, past the vast banana plantations, or visit the “Molino El Regente“, a water-powered mill from 1873. The mill has been restored and converted into a museum. Next, you make your way back to Santa Cruz. Once there, you can bring the day to a close in one of the many tapas bars.

5. La Gomera (Valle Gran Rey): 52 nm

Be an early bird, because today you’re going on a long tack to La Gomera. With the north-east trade winds coming from the port side, you leave Santa Cruz heading south-east. Today’s destination, “Valle Gran Rey,” is the most famous tourist destination in La Gomera and is located on the southwest coast. The marina “Puerto Vueltas” is only used for local fishing and is thus designed for small fishing boats. Accordingly, your yacht can only be moored along the quay and the south pier. Therefore, you should give notice well in advance. You can anchor in a bay near the port entrance. It is located half a nautical mile south-east of the port. After mooring, why not put on your hiking shoes and explore the districts of “La Playa” and “Calera” Doing so also allows you to purchase food if you don’t want to stop at one of the restaurants. While Valle Gran Rey is considered the most important place for tourism, it is not mainstream and cannot be compared to Tenerife.

6. La Gomera (San Sebastián de La Gomera): 18 nm

Start the day with a generous breakfast because today’s leg of 18 nm is quite short. Your destination is the capital of the island, “San Sebastián de La Gomera“. The tranquil town with a population of around 9.000 is considered the starting point for Christopher Columbus’ trip to India, which led to the discovery of America. The marina “San Sebastián” is protected by the ports in the northern part. It is worth mentioning that the marina is equipped with electricity and water, as well as very tidy sanitary facilities.
You have several options for the afternoon program: The shortest takes you to „Playa de San Sebastián“. It allows you to relax. Those interested in culture could explore the tower “Torre del Conde”, the Columbus fountain, and the church “Nuestra Señora de la Asunción.” Let it take you on a trip through time from the Renaissance to the present day. Rent a car to reach the Garajonay National Park. The national park offers the most extensive contiguous laurel forest on earth and countless hiking trails through unspoiled nature. With a bit of luck, you will be able to hear the unique whistle of the goatherds. You can round off the evening in one of the tapas bars.

7. Tenerife (San Miguel): 32 nm

A week of sailing is coming to an end, and finally, it’s time to sail miles again. After sailing around the pier, you’re heading in an easterly direction. With a bit of luck, you will have another chance to sail with whales and dolphins. If you have the time to spare, sail to Playa de las Américas and stop for a swim in the sheltered bay “Playa del Camisón” before heading back to Amarilla Marina. In the evening, you should take a taxi to return to Las Américas and complete the trip appropriately in the countless bars and pubs.

8. The farewell

After the last night on the ship, the trip ends after breakfast. Have a proper breakfast. You will leave the ship at around 9 a. m. We wish you a safe journey back home and look forward to welcoming you again soon!