Tenerife golf holidays

Tenerife is a dream destination for sun-seeking golfers, offering a stunning mix of championship courses, volcanic landscapes, and year-round sunshine. With beautifully designed layouts, dramatic coastal views, and warm hospitality, it’s no wonder Tenerife is one of Europe’s most popular golf holiday spots.

Add in the convenience of top courses all within a 30-minute drive, and it’s easy to see why golfers keep coming back.

Travel tips:

• Booking tee times: Tee times can fill up quickly, so booking early is highly recommended to secure your preferred slots.
• Travel essentials: With the island’s mix of ocean breezes and volcanic terrain, be sure to pack sun cream, a good windbreaker, and comfortable golf shoes.
• Best times to visit: Tenerife is a true year-round destination, with excellent golf conditions, however May and September offer some great value deals.
• Accessibility: Tenerife has two airports, Tenerife North (TFN) and Tenerife South (TFS), and is approximately a four-and-a-half-hour flight from the UK.

Some of the best golf courses in Tenerife include:

Abama Golf Course – Best for luxury and ocean views Set against the Atlantic Ocean, this world-class resort offers an immaculate golf experience with this Dave Thomas-designed course. Built into the natural landscape, it features terraced fairways, tricky elevation changes, and fast greens. With strategic bunkering and sea views from almost every hole, it’s a premium playing experience that challenges and rewards in equal measure.

Buenavista Golf Club – Best for dramatic coastal golf Designed by Seve Ballesteros, this spectacular course hugs the rugged coastline in the northwest. Far removed from the busier southern resorts, Buenavista offers a peaceful, quiet and secluded escape on your Tenerife golf trip. With waves crashing nearby and several holes right by the cliff’s edge, it’s a visual masterpiece that tests your game, especially when the wind picks up!

Golf Las Américas – Best for parkland-style golf near nightlife Centrally located near Playa de las Américas, this popular course combines palm-tree-lined fairways with water features and a relaxed atmosphere. A great choice for those wanting to mix golf with the island’s buzzing social scene.

Golf del Sur – Best for unique volcanic features Famous for its black sand bunkers and wide fairways, Golf del Sur offers a striking layout framed by palm trees and ocean views. It’s a scenic and accessible course that suits all levels of golfer.

Golf Costa Adeje – Best for championship play and sea views Host of multiple professional events, this challenging course makes the most of Tenerife’s natural contours with tiered fairways and stunning backdrops. The ocean is always in sight, creating a spectacular setting for every round.

Amarilla Golf & Country Club – Best for relaxed coastal rounds A laid-back alternative with stunning marina views, Amarilla’s signature hole, a par 3 over the sea, is worth the visit alone. This is a welcoming course ideal for casual rounds in the sunshine.

Whether you're chasing views, luxury, or value, the island has something for every type of golfer.