Location
Spain
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Playa de Benijo
Benijo is a wild black-sand beach in the Anaga Rural Park on the north-east tip of Tenerife, in the municipality of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It is about 300 metres of dark volcanic sand backed by steep green cliffs, with rock stacks rising from the sea offshore, and faces the open Atlantic: waves are big and currents strong, so swimming can be risky. The Canary Islands tourism board lists it as a nudist beach, the Spanish Naturist Federation includes it, and nude and clothed visitors share the sand. There are no sunbeds or parasols; a few restaurants stand on the road above. Some people camp on the beach even though it is not allowed. The tourism board's page has carried a notice that the beach is temporarily closed because of a landslide, so check current status before you travel.
Getting there
Benijo is at the end of the winding mountain road through Anaga from San Andrés / Taganana; drive slowly. There is limited parking by the road and restaurants above the beach, and the tourism board lists public transport to the area. A path and steps lead down from the road to the sand; it is steep and not wheelchair accessible.
What visitors say
Visitors describe Benijo as one of Tenerife's most spectacular wild beaches, with dramatic cliffs and sunsets, reached by a long twisting road. Common warnings concern big waves and strong currents, and the lack of sunbeds or shade. Nude bathers are a regular sight but the beach is mixed. Some visitors note people camping there despite the ban.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
The Canary Islands tourism board (Hello Canary Islands) lists Benijo as a nudist beach, and FEN includes it. Camping on the beach is not permitted. The board's page has shown a temporary closure notice due to a landslide (date unconfirmed, 2026).
Naturism at Playa de Benijo sits under Spain's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.
Full country law: Spain public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 28.5759, -16.1852
Visitor tips
- 1 Official designation: nudity is protected inside the marked area.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benijo open?
The Canary Islands tourism board has posted a temporary closure notice for a landslide; check current status before going.
Is it safe to swim?
Be careful: waves and currents are often strong.
Is it a nude beach?
Yes, the regional tourism board lists it as a nudist beach, though use is mixed.
Is there food?
Yes, a few restaurants stand on the road above the beach.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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