At our latest monthly Beach Clean-Up, Canary Green headed north to the stunning Playa El Socorro. As an organisation dedicated to sustainability, we aim to highlight not only the areas that need urgent help but also those that serve as a model for the rest of the island. Playa El Socorro, with its dramatic green […]
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Sustainable education in Tenerife is a core mission for us, and as part of our work in South Tenerife, we recently delivered a sustainability-focused educational session at Colegio Internacional Costa Adeje. Organised as part of Canary Green initiatives, the session aimed to introduce younger generations to the importance of protecting the natural environment and making
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Located in the south of Tenerife, K9 Dog Shelter Tenerife is a place dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and rehoming dogs that are waiting for a second chance. The shelter relies heavily on volunteers and community support to keep things running. We visited the shelter and spent time walking the dogs, giving them attention, and
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On March 28, Canary Green hosted a community Beach Clean-Up in Playa San Juan, bringing together volunteers, local partners, and environmental advocates. As an organisation focused on sustainability and community-driven action, Canary Green creates initiatives that actively protect the island’s coastline while connecting people through meaningful experiences. The clean-up brought together over 60 participants who
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When we visited Finca Canarias in Hermigua, La Gomera, we quickly realised this was more than just a farm visit. It was a genuinely interesting and eye-opening experience that perfectly captures what sustainable tourism in the Canary Islands can look like. Aloe Vera with Deep Island Roots La Gomera already asks something of you before you even
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Recently, we had the absolute joy of hosting a special dance workshop with Escape Fit by Maggie and it turned into one of those moments that perfectly captures what Canary Green is all about: movement, connection, creativity, and community. The setting couldn’t have been more inspiring. With the ocean just steps away, sunshine on our faces,
During our time exploring Tenerife, we visited ORI Surf, located in the south of the island around El Médano — one of the best spots for surfing in Tenerife. Specialising in mindful and small-scale surf experiences, ORI Surf offers more than just lessons — it creates a deeper connection between people, the ocean, and nature.
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Following recent heavy rainfall, parts of the coastline in the south of Tenerife, particularly around Playa de las Américas, have been affected by sewage pollution leading to contaminated water and beaches. Periods of intense rain can overwhelm local drainage and wastewater systems. When this happens, untreated or partially treated sewage can be discharged into the
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⚠️ Please note: permit status changes over time. Before booking, check our updated list of legally registered boats at our website. When we joined Picarus Sailing Club for a whale watching tour in Tenerife, we experienced a slow, respectful, and truly sustainable way to explore the ocean. https://www.canarygreen.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Picarus-Spotlight.mp4 A Different Way to Experience Whale Watching
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