Playa de Benijo
A wild black-sand beach at the northern end of Anaga, with sharp sea stacks rising from the water; one of the island's best sunset viewpoints.
Playa de Benijo lies at the northern end of the Anaga mountains, reached after passing through the village of Taganana. The black volcanic sand beach has steep hills at its back, and the Anaga sea stacks in the water form silhouettes at sunset. The waves and undercurrents are strong, so it is better for walking and photography than for swimming. It is about a 10-minute downhill walk from the car park, and a few seafood restaurants line the shore. There are no lifeguards, so take care.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Playa de Las Teresitas
- Anaga Rural Park
- Museo de la Naturaleza y Arqueología (MUNA)
- Mercado de Nuestra Señora de África
- Auditorio de Tenerife
- Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- San Cristóbal de La Laguna
- Basilica of Candelaria