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La Ballena

59FairNi demasiado tranquilo ni demasiado emocionante.
Arona·Santa Cruz de Tenerife·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of La Ballena

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Sea & weather

Open-Meteo Marine
0mNow
0m+1h
0m+2h
0m+3h
0m+4h
0m+5h

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
08:26Sunrise
13h 13mDaylight hours
21:40Sunset

Tides at La Ballena today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
00:12
1.6m
▼ Low
06:25
0.2m
▲ High
12:37
1.6m
▼ Low
18:50
0.2m
Coefficient: 109Spring tides

Water and air temperature at La Ballena

Open-Meteo
19°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
17°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
70%Humidity

Wind at La Ballena today

NESO
Speed16 km/h
Max gust30 km/h
DirectionONO

Flag and jellyfish at La Ballena

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at La Ballena

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
16km/h ONO
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 16km/h
Windsurf
16km/h ONO
Kitesurf
16km/h · Ideal
Snorkel
25m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Excelente
25m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.08 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Lluvia
21° 16°
2.5mm
Jue 30
Nublado
22° 16°
Seco
Vie 1
Nublado
23° 17°
Seco
Sáb 2
Nublado
23° 18°
Seco
Dom 3
Nubes
22° 17°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil
Bus typeInterurbano, Línea 470
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Marina San Miguel (Amarilla Golf & Marina)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
14%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (20% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada alta · Día laborable

Restaurants near La Ballena

OpenStreetMap · 800m
La Gaviota
Restaurante · 248m · €€
Ver →
Cafeteria Mencey
Bar · 302m · €€
Ver →
O Pazo
Restaurante · 316m · €€· We-Mo 13:00-17:00, 19:00-23:00
+34 605035084
Ver →
Sapori Di Mare
Restaurante · 339m · €€
Ver →
Bobby's
Restaurante · 502m · €€· Mo-Su 14:00-24:00
Ver →

Hotels near La Ballena

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Ona Alborada
★★★☆☆
181m · €€
Web+34 932 20 89 50
Duende del sur
★☆☆☆☆
265m · €
Palia Don Pedro
★★★☆☆
597m · €€
Villa One Tenerife
★★★☆☆
603m · €€
+34 639 88 60 57
Aparthotel Westhaven Bay
★★★☆☆
606m · €€

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Camping Nauta
Camping· ★★★
2.5 km · Motorhomes · Tents
⛺
Camping Montaña Roja
Camping· ★★★
9.6 km · Motorhomes · Tents
WiFi
Web+34 601 63 66 94

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardNo · ShowersNo · AccessibleNo · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsNo · Foot washersNo · BinsNo · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalSí · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about La Ballena

MITECO 2024
Length30 m
Average width30 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentUrbana
Coastal facadeUrbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
MunicipalityArona
ProvinceSanta Cruz de Tenerife
RegionCanarias
Coordinates28.008331° N, -16.651578° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalClínica San Eugenio
Call 922752626112

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About La BallenaEverything you need to know ↓

Pequeña playa de arena oscura situada en el pueblo de Las Galletas. Dispone de Club Náutico y zona reservada para submarinismo

If you're planning to visit La Ballena, you're choosing one of the most authentic beaches in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It stretches 30 metres in length and 30 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Canary Islands, where you can swim almost all year round. It's a more natural beach, without major facilities — perfect if you're looking for something quieter and more unspoiled. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Use this page to see current sea conditions, expected crowds and how to get there without any hassle.

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Frequently asked questions about La Ballena

How is the water at La Ballena today?+

Water temperature at La Ballena is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does La Ballena have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at La Ballena?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at La Ballena?+

Wind at La Ballena is 16 km/h with gusts of 30 km/h (ONO).

What time is high tide at La Ballena?+

Today's high tides at La Ballena are at 00:12 and 12:37 (1.6m). Coefficient 109, spring tides.

Is there parking near La Ballena?+

La Ballena does not have official parking.

Are dogs allowed at La Ballena?+

No, dogs are not allowed at La Ballena.

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Beach facts
Length30 m
Width30 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 29 Apr, 23:01
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (0). Midday is perfect: warmer water