This hike is mainly above 2,000m and offers panoramic views of the islands of El Hierro, La Gomera and La Palma. Much of this walk is in the lunar landscape of the Parque Nacional del Teide which was given UNESCO World Heritage status in 2007.
The hike will appeal to anyone interested in Tenerife’s natural beauty, geology, history and archaeology and the highlight of this walk is to see some of the lava tubes that were used by the Guanches.
This picturesque alpine style hike explores a high undulating ridge with some short steep ascents that offer panoramic views of the laurel forest.
We then follow a path deep into the sub-tropical rain forest; this is without doubt one of the most important eco-systems on the island.
Then, just like magic, a mountain landscape appears that could be out of "The Sound of Music" where we are given one of the most spectacular panoramic views the island has to offer.
This is part of an old trading route known as the Camino de Chasna. This partly cobbled trail takes in some of the finest scenery which traverses from north to south for some 80+ km.
The Parque Rural de Teno is on the north west of the island and there are many bespoke hikes.
On this walk you can expect to see long undulating ridges with vistas abounding down towards the sea, quaint isolated villages and hamlets, small sections of laurel forest AKA the “enchanted forest” but basically, the actual route will be predetermined depending on client’s aspirations and ability.
The walk parameters shown are typical but not cast in stone and may vary.
With 360º panoramic views which are out of this world, the ascent and descent are both dramatic for different reasons, although, mainly on a good mixture of mountain paths and forest trails in the Corona forestal.
The highlight of the ascent is when the path runs adjacent to the open barranco which gives us spectacular views across the picturesque Orotava Valley. Upon reaching the summit the vistas across the National Park to Mount Teide are second to none.
A magnificent hiking tour through the ever changing and bizarre volcanic landscape of the Las Cañadas region of the Teide National Park where we also discover the ancient Guanche “Tagoro” meeting circles of yesteryear.
The walk starts on pleasant terrain through desert like landscape where magnificent vistas of Mount Teide abound.
After an hour we have a steep climb (the only one on this hike), up the impressive Arenas Negras (black sands) followed by easy walking where fantastic views of Mount Teide come into view once more.
Much of this walk, as the name implies, takes us in and out of 5 or so barrancos (gorges), many of which are very steep sided and extremely dramatic.
Although, it must be said, the paths are not dangerous but care is needed in places because of fallen pine cones on the forest floor. Generally, it is an “up and down” hike after the initial climb through the barrancos.
This is a walk on the trail of our pretty and endemic springtime flowers and of course, very popular with the ladies.
There is no set route with this walk as Andy decides on the day depending on where he has recently seen the best flowers but you are guaranteed forest trails, open countryside and possibly volcanic landscapes and it goes without saying, beautiful views and vistas.
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AvailableJanuary to May (no set day, ask for availability)
Discover the dramatic north coastline of Tenerife where many historic and natural attractions are found.
The clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean and small shale/black sandy beaches and coves are a stunning backdrop for this lovely walk. Long stretches of dramatic coast line dominate the view as far as the eye can see.
During the walk you will see many banana trees and palm groves and old manor houses of a bygone age.