Tenerife Hiking Tour
Trek the beautiful paths in the island of Tenerife
Lifetime Deposit
Self-Guided
Tenerife Hiking Tour Overview
Looking for a wonderful hiking destination that is possible almost all year long? Hiking in Tenerife is not to be missed, bringing pleasant weather, interesting locations, great food, and a unique culture.
If you’re hiking in the Canary Islands, you should know that not all islands are the same. Every island in the Canary Islands has its very own character, and you can experience this while island hiking on Tenerife.
Tenerife is the largest island in the Canaries is a popular destination for hiking holidaymakers – and almost the whole year round! From the beginning of February until December the mild climate on the Atlantic allows for wonderful hiking adventures. The stable weather conditions are also what gives the island its distinctive appearance.
Enjoy this 8-day hiking adventure on Tenerife, and explore the island, from the green Northwest of Tenerife to the southern countryside through rugged coastlines and past dreamy mountain villages. Eight days of pure mountain enjoyment in the middle of the Atlantic!
Trip highlights
Walk the breathtaking vistas of Tenerife’s Atlantic coastline, offering a captivating introduction to the natural splendor of Tenerife.
Trek through verdant laurel forests from Garachico to Santiago del Teide to unveil the island's diverse and lush landscapes.
Hike into the rugged Teno Mountains and venture through the renowned Masca Gorge, providing an exhilarating experience of Tenerife's dramatic terrain.
Explore the unique landscape near Mount Teide, including the mesmerizing "white lunarscape," for a memorable conclusion, showcasing the island's volcanic origins and breathtaking panoramas.
Day By Day Itinerary
Garachico is located on the roaring Atlantic coast in the north-west of Tenerife. The old part of town boasts beautiful mansions, churches and the ’Castillo San Miguel’. The volcanic rock pools invite to a refreshing plunge.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Garachico
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
You hike through the very recent volcanic area of Garachico along historic paths. The strenuous ascent to the Ermita de San Francisco is rewarded with a stunning view onto the town situated below, but first and foremost onto the Atlantic Ocean and the entire northern coastline. After a short break in San Juan del Reparo you descend across the fertile landscape past colourful flowers, cacti and agaves back to the sea again.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Garachico
- Distance:
- 6 hours, 15 km, 960 m ascent, 970 m descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
An amazing hike from the sea into Tenerife’s uplands. Hike through remote gorges, characteristic cultivated land and laurel forests you reach the tranquil mountain village of Erjos. You continue along alpine paths through the Teno-mountain range until you arrive at Santiago del Teide. On today’s hike you walk across several vegetation areas – a true paradise for flora and fauna enthusiasts.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Santiago Del Teide
- Distance:
- 5 hours, 10 km, 1030 m ascent, 200 m descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Enjoy panoramic views on your transfer through terraced cultivated areas, while passing grazing herds of goats, to the magical Teno-mountain range. Initially the route takes you up to a mountain ridge from where you can enjoy a marvellous panoramic view. Then you proceed along the ridge over to the Tabaiba pass and onwards on a stunning high-altitude path to the remote mountain village of Masca. From here you have an extraordinary view onto the western coastline and the mighty Masca-gorge with its black rocks. Return to Santiago del Teide by public bus.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Santiago Del Teide
- Distance:
- 4.5 hours, 12 km, 690 m ascent, 630 m descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
You walk directly from the hotel on the enchanting King's Path down to the village of Los Gigantes, with its 450 m high cliffs. Today you will have enough time to explore the lava beaches below the second highest cliffs in Europe, visit the harbour and for a swim in the pool or the roaring Atlantic Ocean.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Los Gigantes
- Distance:
- 2.5 hours, 9 km, 0 m ascent, 840 m descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Transfer to the neat village of Adeje, from there you proceed along ancient bridle paths, which were used formerly to transport goods across the mountains, across remote mountainous areas. The route offers ample panoramic views alongside terraced fields and forests, leading you high above the infernal gorge towards Ifonche. You continue along varied trails to the idyllic mountain region of Arona, situated below the mighty Teide-massif.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Vilaflor
- Distance:
- 5 hours, 15 km, 780 m ascent, 490 m descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
On today’s tour you experience yet another one of Tenerife’s unique landscapes. You walk up to a viewpoint located at over 1800m in altitude just below Mount Teide, from where you can spot the white lunarscape. Let your imagination go wild whilst watching these bizarre sandstone formations on the slopes created by wind, water and the weather. An amazing contrast compared to the black volcanic rock of the past few days.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Vilaflor
- Distance:
- 5 hours, 13 km, 640 m ascent, 590 m descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
The tour concludes after the breakfast.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 7 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included.
- Accommodations for 7 nights are included. You can also book additional nights at most of overnight locations.
- Transfers according to program and luggage transfers are included. Airport transfers between the airport and the start/end towns of the tour are not included.
- Luggage transfer
- Welcome meeting (German, English)
- Detailed Digital travel information documents
- App for Navigation and GPS-data
- Service hotline
- Specific internal transfers: Santiago del Teide – El Palmar and Los Gigantes – Adeje
Not included
- Tourist tax
- Anything not specifically mentioned as included
- Guide
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- Airport transfers
- Printed Route Book
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FAQ
We rate the difficulty level of this tour as a 4 / 5. You can expect relatively rocky paths and trails, requiring a good basic fitness level for hiking durations of up to 5.5 hours per day. Some sections may demand surefootedness, particularly during hikes such as the one through the Masca Gorge. The terrain includes diverse landscapes, ranging from coastal paths to mountainous areas, with occasional steep ascents and descents. While the itinerary offers both challenging and more relaxed options each day, participants should be prepared for some demanding segments, especially in the Teno Mountains and around Mount Teide.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.
TITSA, the public bus service in Tenerife, operates routes to Garachico from various locations across the island. Buses typically depart from major towns and cities like Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Puerto de la Cruz.
The tour ends in Vilaflor.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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