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Full advisory →Is Tenerife safe? 🇨🇴
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As of July 2026, Tenerife scores 41/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: caution advised. No — Tenerife, Colombia is not safe for visitors right now. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (high risk) and robbery (high risk). The U.S. State Department rates it Level 3 (Reconsider Travel).
Safety Report
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Tenerife 🇨🇴
Colombia · Assessed 29 July 2026
41
/ 100
Caution advised
Safer than ~28% of countries
Score capped at 46 — Homicide rate 25/100k. No other indicator can raise the score above this.
What drives this score
Crime37/100ElevatedCrime index 61.3 / 100
Sentiment39/100ElevatedMostly negative
Advisories41Caution
Stability53Caution
Health64Fair
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Caution
Advises against all-but-essential travel to parts
“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against all but essential travel Colombia-Venezuela border and northern Colombia FCDO advises against all but essential travel to: all of Norte de Santander Department, including Cúcuta.”
Updated 2026-06-22T15:51:45Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
“Canada's official risk level for Colombia: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).”
Updated 2026-07-09T15:12:18.8513366-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Elevated
Homicide rate
24.9 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3Colombia24.9South Africa43.7
21
Robbery / mugging
HighArmed muggings and violent robberies are reported in isolated tourist spots and at night in Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos
Pickpocketing
HighPickpocketing and bag‑snatching are rampant in resort centers, especially during festivals and nightlife hours
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Fair
04 · Institutions
Stability
Caution
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Elevated
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly negative
39/100
Reported feel35Mostly negative
Robbery risk34High risk
Pickpocket risk58High risk
Recent traveller reports and forum posts express growing concern over scams, pickpocketing and anti‑tourism protests, indicating visitors feel unsafe in many areas.
No — Tenerife, Colombia is not safe for visitors right now.
Recent data shows a homicide rate of 24.9 per 100k, a high crime index of 61.3, and multiple active anti‑tourism protests and strikes, while official advisories urge reconsideration of travel. Pickpocketing and rental‑car break‑ins are common in resort zones, and recent incidents include a fatal rogue wave and a large‑scale pickpocketing bust.
Recent developments
- Jun 2026Spanish police arrested over 80 members of a pickpocketing ring operating across Tenerife’s tourist zones, seizing €8.39 million in fraud proceeds (canarianweekly.com)— canarianweekly.com
- May 2026A rogue wave struck a tourist pool in Tenerife, killing three people including a 79‑year‑old Dutch woman (NL Times)— NL Times
- Dec 2025Eight Colombian women rescued from sexual slavery in Spain, highlighting human‑trafficking risks in the region (ColombiaOne.com)— ColombiaOne.com
- Apr 2024Thousands protested in Tenerife demanding limits on tourist numbers, reflecting rising anti‑tourism tensions (Morning Star)— Morning Star
Common scams
- Time‑share and scratch‑card fraud targeting tourists
- Pickpocketing in crowded resort areas such as Playa de las Américas
- Rental‑car break‑ins and mobile‑phone theft
Full briefing
Tenerife, Colombia is currently unsafe for visitors. The multi‑database safety profile rates the city at 41 / 100 (CAUTION) and flags a homicide rate of 24.9 per 100 k, a crime index of 61.3 and a high risk of petty crime. Official travel advisories from the U.S., U.K. and Canada all advise “reconsider travel” or “exercise a high degree of caution,” citing crime, civil unrest, kidnapping and natural‑disaster concerns.
Recent dossier items confirm the danger is acute on the ground. In June 2026 Spanish police dismantled a pickpocketing network that had stolen over €8 million from tourists, and a month earlier a rogue wave killed three people at a tourist pool, underscoring physical‑hazard risks. Anti‑tourism protests have persisted through 2026, with strikes and demonstrations aimed at housing pressures and overtourism, creating an atmosphere of tension in resort districts. Travelers also face documented scams: time‑share and scratch‑card fraud that can drain thousands of pounds, frequent pickpocketing in Playa de las Américas and other nightlife hubs, and rental‑car break‑ins that often lead to credit‑card theft.
Because of these factors, visitors should treat Tenerife as a high‑risk destination. Keep valuables out of sight, never leave items unattended on beaches or in crowded venues, and use only registered taxis or reputable rideshare services. Carry limited cash, secure cards in RFID‑blocking sleeves, and stay in well‑lit, heavily patrolled areas after dark. Monitor local news for any new alerts, avoid isolated streets, and register with your embassy if possible. Above all, reassess the necessity of travel given the current advisories and the island’s volatile safety climate.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Tenerife districts for visitors: 3 safer, 3 needing caution and 2 best avoided. See them plotted on the Tenerife safety map.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife (La Salud)avoidhigher local crime rates and reported thefts; advisable to stay in safer districts
Mascaavoidremote mountain village known for car break‑ins and limited emergency access
Playa de las Américascautionbusy nightlife area with high pickpocket and rental‑car break‑in risk after dark
Los Cristianoscautionpopular resort with crowded streets; petty theft common, stay alert in evenings
El Médanocautionpopular wind‑surf spot; occasional petty theft and occasional heat‑related incidents
Puerto de la Cruzsafertourist‑friendly town with good police presence and lower petty‑crime rates
La Lagunasaferresidential university area with low crime and strong community feel
Adeje (Costa Adeje)saferwell‑patrolled resort zone, low violent crime, but watch for scams targeting tourists
07 · After Dark
Is Tenerife safe at night?
53% of people in Colombia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2024).
Armed muggings and violent robberies are reported in isolated tourist spots and at night in Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos
After dark, be most careful around Santa Cruz de Tenerife (La Salud), Masca, Playa de las Américas, Los Cristianos. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Trip Profiles
Score by traveller type
Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Tenerife's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
Solo female travellerCrime +35% weight40
Solo travellerCrime +23% weight40
Family with kidsCrime +19% weight · Health & Air +12% weight43
Nightlife-focused tripCrime +28% weight40
Travellers 65+Crime +13% weight · Health & Air +16% weight · Stability +4% weight45
Business tripCrime +14% weight · Stability +6% weight41
09 · Questions
Tenerife safety FAQ
Is Tenerife safe for tourists right now?
No — Tenerife, Colombia is not safe for visitors right now. Recent data shows a homicide rate of 24.9 per 100k, a high crime index of 61.3, and multiple active anti‑tourism protests and strikes, while official advisories urge reconsideration of travel. Pickpocketing and rental‑car break‑ins are common in resort zones, and recent incidents include a fatal rogue wave and a large‑scale pickpocketing bust. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
Which areas of Tenerife should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Santa Cruz de Tenerife (La Salud), Masca as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Tenerife?
- Time‑share and scratch‑card fraud targeting tourists
- Pickpocketing in crowded resort areas such as Playa de las Américas
- Rental‑car break‑ins and mobile‑phone theft
How does Tenerife compare with other places in Colombia?
Tenerife ranks #3 of 4 Colombia destinations we've assessed, scoring 41/100. See the Colombia safety overview for the full list.
How is this Tenerife safety score calculated?
The score blends 13+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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