[1] It was originally proposed to construct a second order lighthouse on the Savage Islands, which lie 165 km north of Tenerife.

[2][3] Completed in 1864, it is one of the oldest lighthouses in the Canaries; Punta de Jandía on Gran Canaria was also opened in the same year.

[1][2] Built in a similar style to other Canarian 19th century lights, it consists of a white washed single storey house, with dark volcanic rock used for the masonry detailing.

A twelve metre high tower, with a twin gallery is attached to the seaward side of the house, facing the Atlantic Ocean.

[1] The lighthouse still retains its original Fresnel lens, which was supplied by Barbier and Fenestre of Paris.