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Description
Playa rústica de arena y grava con un grado de ocupación medio. Es una playa aislada que no tiene paseo marítimo.
La Ballenita is a remote beach of sand and gravel in Buenavista del Norte (Santa Cruz de Tenerife). At La Ballenita the sand is dark.
It measures 30 metres long and 8 metres wide; recorded occupancy is moderate.
The registry describes the sea at La Ballenita as: moderate surf. La Ballenita is reached easily on foot and by car, and has parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at La Ballenita. No hazard signage is recorded at La Ballenita.
- Length
- 30 metros
- Width
- 8 metros
- Sand type
- Oscura (Arena / Grava)
- Occupancy
- Medio
- Sea conditions
- Oleaje moderado
- Access
- A pie fácil / Coche
- Reference hospital:
- Centro de Salud Buenavista del Norte
- Nearest marina:
- Puerto Los Gigantes
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
- 🛟 Lifeguard
- 🅿️ Parking
Not recorded in the registry for La Ballenita: Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, Nudism.
Facilities at La Ballenita according to the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check the signs at the beach before you swim. Beach registry: March 2026 edition.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at La Ballenita?
Yes. A lifeguard service is recorded at La Ballenita, though it is usually seasonal: check the hours when you get there.
How do you get to La Ballenita?
According to the MITECO registry, La Ballenita is reached easily on foot and by car, and there is parking.
Is La Ballenita a good beach for children?
La Ballenita has no children's area on record. Before swimming at La Ballenita, check the flag and the day's sea state.
Does La Ballenita have a Blue Flag?
No. La Ballenita is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The nearest Blue Flag beach is La Arena (Santiago del Teide), 15 km away in a straight line. Without a flag, La Ballenita can be just as good: the label measures services and water quality, not looks.
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