Tenerife guide
The sunny south-west coast in four areas: the Costa Adeje resort strip, quiet Callao Salvaje, Adeje town above the coast, and Amarilla Golf by the airport.
Pick your corner of the south
Airport times are driving estimates from Tenerife South. Beach notes link to sources in each area guide.
| Area | Vibe | Beach | From TFS airport | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Adeje | The resort strip: promenade, water parks, marina | Duque, Fañabé, Torviscas, Troya | ~20 km · 20–30 min | Beach holidays and families |
| Callao Salvaje | Quieter village to the west | Playa de Ajabo (pebbles, gravel, grey sand) | ~29 km · 30–40 min | A quieter coast |
| Adeje town | Above the coast | Check details | ~25 km · 25–35 min | Long stays, Barranco del Infierno |
| Amarilla / Golf del Sur | Quiet golf and marina | Rocky coast, ladders into the sea | ~13 km · 15–25 min | Golf and a short airport run |
Everything in one place
From the airport
Bus 40, taxi and transfer from Tenerife South.
Things to do
Water parks, whales, Teide, Masca and La Gomera.
Golf
Five courses, fees and tee-time links.
Restaurants
Costa Adeje and Callao Salvaje.
Shopping
Centres, supermarkets, Sunday hours, pharmacies.
Costa Adeje
Beaches, sub-areas and La Caleta.
Callao Salvaje
The quiet village and Playa de Ajabo.
Amarilla Golf
Golf, the marina and the airport.
Long-term rentals
Monthly stays from 30 nights.
Before you go
The essentials. Full details are in each guide.
Car or bus?
Titsa buses link the airport and the coast: line 40 to Costa Adeje, 471 to Callao Salvaje, 415 to Golf del Sur. For Teide and Masca, see the bus notes in the activities guide.
Ten+ card
Titsa's travel card costs €2. A 1-day pass is €10 and a 7-day pass €50. Last checked October 2026 on titsa.com.
Weather by season
Check details: we have not published a sourced weather summary yet.
Four Tenestay homes
Holiday stays from 5 nights in Costa Adeje and Callao Salvaje. Long stays from 30 nights in Adeje and at Amarilla Golf.
Short answers
Which area is best for families?
Costa Adeje. Siam Park, Aqualand, whale boats and the promenade are all on or above the strip.
Do I need a car?
Not for the coast: buses 40, 471 and 415 cover the airport and the main areas. For Teide and Masca, check the bus options in the activities guide.
Which area is closest to the airport?
Amarilla / Golf del Sur, about 13 km from Tenerife South.