Hiking the Canary Islands: Tenerife, Anaga, and Beyond
Overview
Itinerary
Arrive at any time. Located off the coast of northwestern Africa the Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago, are an Atlantic gem of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, rugged volcanic coastlines and lush mountains. Formed by volcanic eruptions millions of years past, Tenerife, the largest of the islands, is shadowed by the Mount Teide volcano.
- Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Head north to Anaga Rural Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Enjoy a guided hike through the ancient "Laurisilva" forest to the village of Chinamada where you can visit pre-historic cave houses. Return to Puerto de la Cruz for a free afternoon, opt to visit Sitio Litre botanical gardens or a local vineyard.
- Anaga Forest Hike and Chinamada Village: Hike through Anaga rural park, carved by volcanic eruptions over 7 million years ago and now a protected UNESCO World Heritage Biosphere Reserve. Enjoy the subtropical "laurisilva" forest, lush with trees, ferns, moss and lichen–a heaven for bird watchers. Continue to the coast and watch the landscape change as we follow the Atlantic cliffs and a drier climate to the village of Chinamada. Here we visit pre-historic cave dwellings and catch a glimpse into daily life.
- Free Time: Take some time for explore on your own, or visit gardens and vineyards.
- Sitio Litre Gardens: Visit Sitio Litre, the oldest botanical garden on Tenerife, featuring an 18th century mansion. The gardens are lush and lovely and known for it's variety of orchids.
Set out on a hike in the Teno Rural Park from the mountainside village of Erjos. Walk along a stunning mountain ridge to Cruz de Gala on your way to the Bolico summit. You'll also be able to see great views of the neighbouring islands and the ancient volcanic landscape in the Masca Valley of Masca. You'll finish up for the day in the picturesque village of Masca before returning to Puerto de la Cruz.
- Hike to Masca Village through Teno Rural Park: Today's hike to the village of Masca will be about 4-5 hours. You will start just above 600 meters and the elevation gain/loss is about 350 meters all together. The length is approximately 16km and offers rewarding views just about the whole way through.
Visit the colonial town of Orotava then hike through the volcanic caldera of Teide national park. Enjoy sweeping views of the park from the viewpoint at the summit of Samara. After continue on to the beach town of Costa Adeje.
- Orotava Orientation Visit: Take a short visit to the colonial town of Orotava, gateway to Tenerife's volcano, Mount Teide. Take in the stunning architecture of the town, known for its beautiful interior courtyards and intricately carved wooden balconies.
- Teide National Park Hike: Hike in Teide national park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This rocky trail takes us through the starkly beautiful volcanic landscape of ash, pumice and lava slopes within the 16km-wide crater. Hike up to the viewpoint on Samara peak for sweeping views and catch a glimpse of Mount Teide, Spain's highest Peak at 3718m.
Take a full free day to relax on the golden sand beaches Tenerife is admired for, wander the bustling promenade or opt for an excursion to the smaller island of La Gomera.
- Free Time: Take a full free day to enjoy Tenerife's beaches.
- La Gomera Excursion: Set off on a full-day adventure from Tenerife to the island of La Gomera. Discover dramatic landscapes, local culture, and charming villages on this island escape with roundtrip ferry transfers, hiking and a local lunch. (170-190 EUR per person)
Depart at any time.
Trip Inclusions
- Explore the island of Tenerife.
- Hike Anaga's leafy laurisilva forests.
- Gaze out on the Mars-like landscape of Las Caãdas del Tiede.
- Bask in free time on the gold sand beaches of Costa Adeje.
- Hike from the village of Erjos to Masca.
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Anaga Forest Hike and Chinamada Village visit
- Hike between the village of Erjos and Masca
- Orotava Orientation Visit
- Teide National Park Hike
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Private vehicle, hiking
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- Hotels (5 Nights)
- 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
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