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Marina San Miguel is located on the south coast of Tenerife in the municipality of San Miguel de Abona, set within the Amarilla Golf complex. Here you'll find out how to get from the airport to the marina, where to park and shop, what wind to expect, which destinations lie off the south coast and how skippers berth at Marina San Miguel.
The essentials at a glance
- Tenerife South Airport is only a few kilometres from the marina; from Tenerife North Airport it's about an hour by car.
- The marina is in a holiday and golf resort with no town centre. For a big shop you drive to nearby Las Chafiras.
- Car parks are right at the marina; from 9 p.m. a barrier controls vehicle access.
- The nearest destination is Las Galletas, about 3 nautical miles away. San Sebastián de La Gomera is about 27.
Marina San Miguel: Location and marina at a glance
Marina San Miguel is located on the Costa San Miguel, the coastal part of the municipality, between the two golf courses Amarilla Golf and Golf del Sur. The entrance opens to the southwest; to the west, the yellow volcanic cone of Montaña Amarilla marks the coast.
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More InformationThe marina also appears under the names Amarilla Marina or Marina Amarilla. It always refers to the same facility in the Amarilla Golf urbanisation. The coast here is characterised by golf courses, holiday resorts and residential developments; the historic town of San Miguel de Abona lies inland, around nine kilometres as the crow flies. For crews crossing the Atlantic, the marina is a stop for provisions and rest before the passage.
Arriving for your trip start at Marina San Miguel
From Tenerife South Airport to the marina
The easiest option is to take a taxi: Tenerife South Airport is about five kilometres as the crow flies northeast of the marina, and the journey takes about ten minutes. You'll find the taxi ranks on the east side of the terminal building. Tell the driver your destination is "Marina San Miguel, Amarilla Golf" to avoid any confusion with the inland town of San Miguel de Abona.
If you land at Tenerife North Airport near La Laguna, allow about an hour by car. Without a car, bus line 343 will take you to Tenerife South Airport in about 50 minutes without changing, from where you can continue by taxi.
By car, coach or ferry
By car, take the exit from the TF-1 motorway towards Las Chafiras, San Miguel and Los Abrigos, and from there head towards the coast to the Amarilla Golf development. From the island capital Santa Cruz de Tenerife you'll be there in about an hour; from Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje in 20 to 30 minutes.
The marina can also arrange a hire car for you, from a scooter to a seven-seater. You book it a day before arrival by telephone, on VHF channel 9 or via a form on the website.
The island buses, called Guaguas in the Canary Islands, run under the name TITSA and connect the settlements on the south coast with the airport and the resorts. Those arriving by ferry from La Gomera, El Hierro or La Palma dock at nearby Los Cristianos.
Parking
There are car parks directly at the marina. After 9 p.m. you can only access the grounds via the barrier. The marina office is available around the clock on +34 610 777 280.
The gates to the pontoons are locked. If you're arriving as crew: which pontoon it is will be stated in your trip documents. The marina office is next to the waiting and fuel pontoon.
Showers and sanitary facilities
The marina has showers and toilet facilities. There is also a self-service laundry with several industrial washing machines and dryers, which run on 1-euro coins and are accessible around the clock.
Shopping for the trip
For a big shop you'll need a car or taxi here, as the marina is located in a holiday and golf resort with no town centre.
For the weekly shop, head to Las Chafiras on the TF-1 motorway, about 3.5 kilometres as the crow flies north of the marina. There you'll find the La Gran Manzana shopping centre with a large supermarket and more than 1,000 parking spaces. There is also a shopping service where provisions are brought to the boat at an agreed time.
Doctor, pharmacy and emergency services
The nearest health centre is the Consultorio Local de Las Chafiras. It is open during the day, also serves Golf del Sur and has its own emergency room. The nearest public hospital is the Hospital del Sur in El Mojón in the neighbouring municipality of Arona. Which pharmacy is on duty at night and at weekends is shown on the duty pharmacy search of the Tenerife Pharmacists' Association.
- 112: free emergency number for all emergencies, round the clock, also in English and German
- VHF channel 16: distress call at sea. Sea rescue is coordinated by Salvamento Marítimo, one of its two centres in the Canary Islands being in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
What does the Marina San Miguel offer?
The Marina San Miguel has around 350 berths, a fuel station, a boatyard and security round the clock. The key figures at a glance:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | approx. 28° 01.1′ N, 016° 36.8′ W |
| Berths | around 350 |
| Water depth at low water | 4.5 to 5 m |
| VHF channel | 9, round the clock |
| Speed limit in the harbour | 2 knots |
| Power | 220 and 380 V, 16, 32 or 64 A |
| Fuel station | Diesel and petrol, round the clock |
| Boatyard | Travel lift 60 t, crane |
| Contact | Urbanización Amarilla Golf, 38639 San Miguel de Abona, telephone +34 922 785 124, marina office round the clock +34 610 777 280 |
The marina is guarded and monitored by camera around the clock. Wi-Fi is available for a fee; you get the access code from the marina office. For food there is a restaurant overlooking the marina. Berth enquiries go through the Marina contact page where you'll also find the link to online booking.
How does the wind blow on the south coast of Tenerife?
The prevailing weather is the north-easterly trade wind, which blows particularly steadily in summer. It is deflected around the island: on the south-east coast it accelerates, on the south-west flank it becomes noticeably weaker.
For a passage from San Miguel this means: heading east towards El Médano, you enter the area where the trade wind picks up. Heading west towards Las Galletas and Los Cristianos, you generally sail in lighter winds. During heavy surf, the Government of the Canary Islands issues advance warnings and warnings for coastal phenomena. In such cases it is worth checking the forecast a second time before setting out.
Which sailing destinations lie near the Marina San Miguel?
From San Miguel you can reach the harbours on the south-west coast with a short passage, La Gomera with a full day's sail and Gran Canaria only with a long crossing. The distances are rounded over-water distances on the usual course; for precise planning the chart applies.
| Destination | Distance | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Las Galletas (Marina del Sur) | around 3 nm | westwards past Montaña Amarilla |
| Los Cristianos | about 9 nm | round Punta de Rasca, the southernmost point of the island |
| Puerto Colón (Costa Adeje) | approx. 11 nm | round Punta de Rasca, then northwards along the west coast |
| San Sebastián de La Gomera | about 27 nm | round Punta de Rasca, then across the channel to La Gomera |
| Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | around 70 nm | north-east along the south-east coast, across the channel and northwards round Gran Canaria |
On the south-west coast
Las Galletas is a separate harbour with the Marina del Sur and around 176 berths for boats up to 20 metres; at about 3 nautical miles it's the nearest destination from San Miguel. Los Cristianos is primarily a ferry port but also has berths for leisure craft up to 20 metres. Puerto Colón on the Costa Adeje is a marina for boats up to 24 metres. On the west coast you lie in the lee of the island, often with light winds.
To La Gomera
San Sebastián de La Gomera lies on the eastern side of the neighbouring island. The Marina La Gomera is right next to the town centre and has around 335 berths. The channel between Tenerife and La Gomera is open water; the skipper plans the crossing with an early start and according to the current marine weather forecast.
To Gran Canaria
The passage to Gran Canaria is a long crossing over open water against the trade wind, potentially involving a night passage. How the harbour in Las Palmas is laid out and how you berth there can be read in the Harbour Portrait Las Palmas. How the nautical mile came to be as a unit of measurement is explained in our article on Seemeile.
What is there ashore around Marina San Miguel?
At Costa San Miguel, nature and golf take centre stage; culture can be found in the old town centre inland. For a day in harbour, a walk along the coast and an excursion by hire car are sufficient.
The distances are as the crow flies from the marina.
Coastal Path
From the marina you can reach a coastal path that runs along the coast of San Miguel de Abona. There you can stretch your legs after arrival.
Montaña Amarilla
The yellow volcanic cone around 2.3 kilometres west of the marina is protected as a natural monument and covers nearly 28 hectares. It was formed during an eruption at sea, and at its foot a sand dune migrates. Below the cliffs lies the small pebble beach Playa de Montaña Amarilla, around 2.7 kilometres from the marina, with no facilities.
Amarilla Golf
The golf course surrounds the marina. The eighth hole lies directly by the sea and can be seen from the harbour entrance. The clubhouse has a restaurant with terraces overlooking the fourth hole; you can book a table online.
Town Centre of San Miguel de Abona
The historic town centre lies about nine kilometres inland and is protected as a cultural asset. A tour begins at the museum house Casa del Capitán and passes the parish church San Miguel Arcángel from 1796 on the way to the Casa Azul, a building from the 1920s that now houses the town hall.
For skippers: Berthing, formalities and sea weather at the Marina San Miguel
At the Marina San Miguel you announce your arrival on VHF channel 9 or by telephone and first make fast at the waiting and fuel pontoon. Channel 16 is the distress and calling channel; for the marina itself you use channel 9.
Registration and Berthing
The marina office (Capitanía) with the control tower is manned around the clock, also by telephone on +34 610 777 280. The harbour regulations expressly recommend reporting by radio when entering. Those with a permanent berth here also report arrivals and departures to the marina office.
The waiting pontoon is also the fuel pontoon. It lies about 200 metres inside the entrance on the starboard side, directly next to the marina office. There you will be assigned a berth where you make fast with bow and stern lines, springs and fenders. Lay out lines and fenders on both sides before entering.
What applies after mooring?
Take the boat papers, crew list, insurance policy and valid passports to the marina office. The harbour regulations require proof of liability insurance on arrival. In the office you give the boat's details and your planned length of stay.
Harbour rules
These rules of the harbour regulations directly affect guests (as at October 2026):
- In the harbour the speed limit is 2 knots, on land for cars 20 km/h.
- Anchoring is prohibited in the harbour basin and in the approach fairway.
- Engines must not be run at the berth. Repairs, underwater work and refuelling are only permitted in the designated areas.
- Smoking and open flames are prohibited at the fuel station, including on board boats waiting there.
- Swimming, diving and fishing are prohibited in the harbour basin. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on the pontoons and in the service areas.
- You report your departure in advance, preferably 24 hours ahead, and settle your account before casting off.
What do you pay attention to on the approach?
The approach is free of obstacles. The entrance fairway is marked with red and yellow buoys, which you leave to port when entering. The entrance is lit, and there is also an east cardinal mark. For the precise position of the marks consult the current chart. The depth of 4.5 to 5 metres refers to low water; the Canary Islands have tides.
Which marine weather forecast applies to Tenerife's south coast?
The authoritative source is the marine weather forecast from the Spanish meteorological service AEMET. You can receive it via the VHF marine radio service of the sea rescue service Salvamento Marítimo and on the AEMET sea weather page.
The coastal forecast from AEMET extends to 20 nautical miles off the coast. Tenerife and La Gomera form a single area in it, the coastal waters of Tenerife and La Gomera. For the crossing to Gran Canaria you add the area of the channel between Anaga and Agaete. Channels and broadcast times for VHF transmission are on the Salvamento Marítimo website. The NAVTEX station Las Palmas transmits the offshore forecasts and warnings in English on 518 kHz and in Spanish on 490 kHz.
Boatyard and service
For work ashore there is a 60-tonne travel lift and a crane; lifting is only done with the marina's equipment. In the boatyard area there are firms for engines and electrics, antifouling, sails, GRP and covers, as well as divers. Accessories and spare parts are available through the marina.
Trips from San Miguel on Törnfinder
In October 2026 there are 26 trips on Törnfinder over the next twelve months departing from or arriving at Marina San Miguel. Most start in November, December and January; the typical duration is eight days on board. The trips are offered by five providers, sailing both monohulls and catamarans. All current offers can be found in the trip overview, trips throughout the archipelago under Sailing in the Canary Islands and further sailing areas under Sailing in Spain.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Tenerife South Airport to Marina San Miguel?
Quickest by taxi — the journey takes about ten minutes. Give your destination as "Marina San Miguel, Amarilla Golf".
Where do I park at Marina San Miguel when my trip starts?
In the car parks directly by the marina.
Are there showers at Marina San Miguel?
Yes, the marina has showers and toilet facilities. There is also a laundry room with coin-operated machines, open round the clock.
Is there a supermarket near Marina San Miguel?
The nearest large supermarket is in the La Gran Manzana shopping centre in Las Chafiras, around 3.5 kilometres away and most easily reached by car or taxi.
On which VHF channel can you reach Marina San Miguel?
On channel 9 — the marina office is available round the clock. Channel 16 remains the emergency and calling channel.
Is Marina San Miguel the same as Amarilla Marina?
Yes. Both names refer to the same marina in the Amarilla Golf urbanisation in San Miguel de Abona. Marina del Sur in Las Galletas, on the other hand, is a separate harbour, around 3 nautical miles further west.
How far is it from San Miguel to La Gomera?
It is around 27 nautical miles across the water to San Sebastián de La Gomera round Punta de Rasca, a full day's passage across the open channel.
