Amazing Tenerife – Spectacular Scenery, Magic Moments

Guided walking holiday in Spain

From € 443.- / 8 days
Price per person based on 2 people sharing

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Walker staying next to a huge pine tree Hiker posing in fornt of a snowy peak Walker posing at the end of a red dirt road, distant hill in the background
So you thought Tenerife was all about the sun, sea and sangria, but what you probably don’t know is that the Island also offers a full range of landscapes and micro climates from moon-like deserts and ancient lava flows to beautiful lush green laurel forest, mountain ravines and coastal paths.

​This fabulous walking holiday will show you just how diverse our landscapes are and introduce you to some of the flora and fauna, a lot of which is endemic to Tenerife and the Canary Islands.

All in all, Tenerife is the perfect place for hikers looking for something a little bit different.

Accommodation in Tenerife

This quiet 3* complex, Paloma Beach Apartments, is built on four levels with lifts and stairs to all floors. One and two bedroom apartments are available with views of the private pool, tropical gardens or Atlantic Ocean. All of the apartments are individually furnished to a high and modern standard.

Spacious common room with TV and a terrace
Bedroom with two single beds
Outside pool and with palm trees around it

Onsite there is a well run and well stocked poolside bar serving drinks and food from 08.30 until midnight. There are also plenty of other bars and restaurants nearby serving a variety of cuisine and offering light evening entertainment.

The heated swimming pool has a separate children’s pool and the surrounding terrace offers a tranquil haven for guests to relax and soak up the sun. There are plenty of sun beds and sun shades available for a small charge (€2 per day – available 10am-6pm). There is a small play park onsite where children can play safely and there is outside exercise equipment located poolside.

Man staying on the edge of cliffs, pine trees around
Man staying on a trail

Paloma Beach Apartments are located just 100 meters from the sea and a pleasant 25 minute stroll along the promenade from the busy town centre of Los Cristianos and two world-class beaches are within a 15-25 minute walk.

There is a chemist and two well stocked supermarkets within a 5 minute walk of the complex including a British “Iceland”. There are also many shops and cash points close by.

Standard 1 bedroom apartments are spacious, comfortable and decorated in a classic style. They include free Wifi, 32″ TV & DVD player, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, plus a full kitchen. There is also a safe available for a small fee.

Walking in Tenerife

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Group of people walking in a green canyon

These walking holidays are designed to demonstrate all of Tenerife’s various landscapes. The hikes will be of moderate intensity lasting 3 to 5½ hours and distances will be between 8-15 km. There will be varying levels of ascent some of which are challenging and will take in many of the breathtaking views that the island has to offer, including laurel forest, barrancos (gorges), high mountains, open countryside and farm land.

Tenerife walking holiday itinerary

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Man taking a selfie, dry valley in the background

These hikes will be discussed and agreed with the group as a whole at the welcome meeting, but here is a typical itinerary.

Day 2 – Walk 1 – Breathtaking Barrancos
Discover the beauty of some of Tenerife’s amazing gorges (barrancos) whilst walking on old traditional paths and trails that link the remote farms and hamlets of Arona. These hidden gems are stunningly beautiful and definitely away from the crowds.The barrancos tell a sorry tale in local history as the Guanche King or “Mencey” of Adeje hid with his tribe in the caves here and fought off the Spanish Conquistadors.
The barrancos also have many endemic plants and flowers and the geological structures are simply awesome.
Distance: about 8km
Duration: 3-4 hours
Gradient: approx. 570m
Difficulty: easy to moderate

Day 3 – Walk 2 – Amazing Anaga
The Anaga Mountains occupy a large section of the north-east part of Tenerife and consists of coastline, ravines, laurel forests and villages that are so remote it is amazing that anyone actually lives in them.
The area’s special climate has led to the existence of one of the most important specimens of laurisilva or laurel forest in the world (laurel, til and evergreen laurel).
This whole area is a protected natural landscape and our walk is a great introduction to the area and its outstanding natural beauty. There are many routes to choose from with this walk so the distance can be reduced if required.
Distance: about 15km
Duration: 5 hours
Gradient: approx. 600m
Difficulty: moderate to hard

Day 4 – Walk 3 — The Wow Factor Walk
This is a moderately difficult walk mostly above 2,000m altitude but achievable for anyone with a moderate level of fitness. The path starts in the Canarian pine forest above the pretty and historic village of Vilaflor and shortly after this, our trail enters the Teide National Park and quickly climbs to reach the Caldera Rim at an altitude of circa 2550m.
After lunch our journey continues on a jaw-dropping mountain trail through very pleasant scenery. This particular stretch of the trail lasts for a good 1 ½ hours and is a fairly easy gradual descent back to our starting point. All in all, this is probably one of the most satisfying hikes in the Canary Islands.
Distance: approx. 12 km
Duration: 5 hours
Gradient: approx. 500m
Difficulty: moderately hard

Man posing on a wooden fence, sea and mountain in the background
Man posing in front of snowy peak

Day 5 – Walk 4 – Masca from above
This picturesque alpine hike explores a high undulating ridge with some short steep but safe ascents that offers panoramic views of the laurel forest. We then follow a path deep into the sub-tropical rain forest where hanging lichen and mosses abound. This is without doubt one of the most important eco-systems on the island.
Then, just like magic, open countryside appears where we are given the most spectacular panoramic view the island of Tenerife has to offer. For the next 45 minutes or so, we are literally looking down on the Masca gorge and the surrounding volcanic landscape. On a clear day, the finale is a fabulous view of Mount Teide looming in the distance across the Santiago valley and the lava fields high above. Our hike then continues on easy footpaths through pine forest and descends majestically into a valley which is reminiscent of the English countryside. Here many meadow plants exist with bees merrily buzzing and butterflies fluttering around us.
Distance: about 12km
uration: 4 ½ hours
Gradient: approx. 375m
Difficulty: moderate

Day 6 – Walk 5—Mount Guajara
Guajara is Tenerife’s 3rd highest peak. Rising to 2,718 metres (9,000 feet) this impressive turret-shaped mountain has sheer cliffs on 3 sides.
We ascend the exhilarating north face offering superb views down into the crater of Las Caňadas. On the summit we discover a ruined building which was one of the first high altitude observatories to be built in the world to view the stars. We descend Guajara’s back where the southern coast unravels in a haze below. It is simply stunning. This walk is 10km and hard going due to the steep terrain.
Distance: about 10km
Duration: 5 hours
Gradient: approx. 710m
Difficulty: hard

Dates and Availability

A man and a woman in hiking gear
Man with walking gear posing for a photo
We have a couple of set dates for this holiday, however, providing we have availability in our walks schedule and there is accommodation available at Paloma Beach, we can do this any time except for Christmas/New Year Week.

Friday 11th – 18th October 2024 – 7 nights:
Price: €481.50 per person based on 2 people sharing a 1 bedroom self-catering apartment.
Price: €800.- per person for 1 person in a 1 bedroom self-catering apartment.

Tuesday 11th – 18th June 2024 – 7 nights:
Price: €443.00 per person based on 2 people sharing a 1 bedroom self-catering apartment.
Price: €723.00 per person for 1 person in a 1 bedroom self-catering apartment.

(Subject to accommodation being available)
Other dates are available please enquire.

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    Map of Spain showing the location of the Amazing Tenerife – Spectacular Scenery, Magic Moments Guided walking holiday

    Holiday Type:

    GuidedTrail
    Walking Holiday


    Board Basis:

    Self catering

    Price:

    From € 443.- / 8 days
    Price per person based on 2 people sharing

    Features:

    • Luggage transport
    • 1 One accommodation

    What's included:

    • 7 Nights accommodation in a 1-bedoom self-catering apartment
    • Airport transfers from the south airport in Tenerife to accommodation and return
    • Welcome meeting with free drinks and tapas
    • 5 Guided walks
    • Transport to and from the hikes

    NOT included:

    • Flights
    • Travel insurance
    • Hiking gear

    Walking Grade:

    hills and low mountains
    • Hills to low mountains
    • Easy to moderate walking
    low and high mountains
    • Low to high mountains
    • Moderate walking

    Remarks:

    Tailor-made walking possible

    Best time to go:

    All year, Tenerife has a great climate

    Contact Details:

    Amazing Tenerife – Spectacular Scenery, Magic Moments, a Guided walking holiday in Spain by Tenerife Guided Walks

    Contact: Lynne Scaife
    Telephone: +34 630 589966

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    Languages spoken:

    English

    Getting there:

    • Tenerife South Airport (15 km)

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