Tenerife with Kids: Essential Rentals for Family Holidays

Travelling with children doesn't mean travelling with mountains of luggage. Tenerife is wonderfully family-friendly, and with the right rental equipment waiting for you on arrival, you can fly light and still have everything your little ones need. From newborns to teenagers, here's your complete guide to family equipment rental in Tenerife.

Getting Around: Transport Essentials

Car Seats and Boosters

Spanish law requires children under 135cm to use appropriate car seats. Rather than lugging bulky seats through airports, rent them on arrival:

• Group 0+ (birth to 13kg): Rear-facing infant carriers, compatible with most pushchair systems
• Group 1 (9-18kg): Forward-facing seats with harness, suitable for 1-4 year olds
• Group 2/3 (15-36kg): High-back boosters for older children up to approximately 12 years
• i-Size seats: Latest safety standard seats available for all age groups

We recommend booking your car seats in advance, especially during school holidays. All our seats are safety-certified, regularly inspected, and thoroughly cleaned between rentals.

Pushchairs and Buggies

Tenerife's varied terrain means choosing the right pushchair matters:

• Lightweight umbrella buggies: Perfect for promenades and shopping areas in Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje
• All-terrain pushchairs: Essential for exploring natural areas like Anaga Rural Park or the coastal paths
• Double buggies: Side-by-side or tandem options for families with two under three
• Travel systems: Combined pushchair and car seat units for seamless transitions

Beach and Pool Equipment

For Babies and Toddlers

Spending days at Tenerife's beautiful beaches is the highlight of any family holiday. Make it comfortable for everyone with:

• Pop-up UV tents: Essential for protecting babies from the strong Canarian sun, especially between 11am and 3pm
• Baby float rings and puddle pools: Safe water introduction for the littlest ones
• Beach wagons: For carrying all the gear across sandy beaches
• Sand-free beach mats: Much more practical than towels with sandy toddlers

For Older Children

• Snorkelling sets: Child-sized masks, snorkels, and fins for exploring rock pools
• Bodyboards: Lightweight foam boards sized for children, perfect for the gentle waves at Playa de las Teresitas
• Kayaks: Sit-on-top family kayaks that accommodate an adult and child safely
• Beach games: Volleyball nets, cricket sets, and frisbees for active beach days

Accommodation Equipment

Sleep Solutions

Not all holiday accommodation comes equipped for young children. Essential sleep-related rentals include:

• Travel cots: Full-size cots with comfortable mattresses, fitted sheets included
• Bed guards: Safety rails for children transitioning from cot to bed
• Blackout blinds: Portable blinds that attach with suction cups—crucial for early-rising toddlers in Tenerife's bright mornings
• Baby monitors: Audio and video monitors so you can enjoy the terrace while little ones sleep

Feeding and Bathing

• High chairs: Portable clip-on chairs or full-size wooden high chairs
• Baby bath tubs: Foldable tubs for accommodations with only showers
• Sterilisers: Microwave or electric sterilisers for bottle-feeding families
• Blenders: For preparing fresh baby food with Tenerife's wonderful local fruits

Activities and Entertainment

Outdoor Adventure

Tenerife offers incredible family activities beyond the beach:

• Child carriers (hiking backpacks): For exploring trails in Anaga or the national park with babies and toddlers
• Children's bikes: With helmets and stabilisers if needed, for cycling along coastal paths
• Scooters: Perfect for the long, flat promenades of Las Américas and Los Cristianos
• Binoculars: Child-friendly pairs for whale watching from the coast or birdwatching in the laurel forests

Rainy Day Solutions

While rare, Tenerife does occasionally have overcast days, particularly in the north. Be prepared with:

• Board game collections: Age-appropriate games for family evenings
• Portable DVD players or tablets: Pre-loaded with children's content for restaurants or travel days
• Art supply kits: Colouring books, paints, and craft materials

Safety Equipment

• Baby gates: For villas with stairs or unfenced terraces
• Socket covers: Childproofing for your accommodation
• Corner protectors: For glass tables and sharp furniture edges
• Pool alarms: Floating sensors that alert if a child enters the pool area unsupervised
• GPS trackers: Wearable trackers for active toddlers at busy beaches or attractions

Top Family-Friendly Locations

These Tenerife destinations are particularly well-suited to families:

• Costa Adeje: Calm beaches, family restaurants, and Siam Park water park nearby
• Los Cristianos: Flat promenades, shallow sandy beaches, and ferry trips to La Gomera
• Puerto de la Cruz: Loro Parque zoo, botanical gardens, and the natural pools at Lago Martiánez
• El Médano: Wide open beaches, relaxed atmosphere, and the Montaña Roja nature reserve for easy family hikes

Booking Tips

• Book early: Family equipment is in high demand during school holidays (Easter, summer, half-terms)
• Bundle packages: Most rental companies offer discounts for multiple items
• Delivery service: We deliver directly to your accommodation before you arrive
• Flexible returns: Life with kids is unpredictable—look for companies with flexible collection times

At Go Tenerife, we understand family travel. Our baby and child equipment is meticulously maintained, thoroughly sanitised, and delivered directly to your accommodation. Browse our family rental packages and travel light to Tenerife—we've got everything your little ones need.