TEIDE NATIONAL PARK
(Teide Viewpoints and National Park)
Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours | Car required
Ideal for: Those who want to see Teide without going to high altitude or doing long hikes
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Location: Km 32.1 on TF-21 road, near El Portillo crossroads (north entrance to the park)
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Opening hours: Daily from 9:00 to 16:15
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Visit the Teide Visitor Center to see exhibitions on the island’s geography and volcanism
Easy hikes in Teide National Park:
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Roques de García Trail
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Duration: About 1–1.5 hours (loop)
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Distance: 3 km
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Access: Starts near Parador de Las Cañadas or from Roques de García parking area
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Fortaleza Trail
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Duration: 1.5 hours (round trip)
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Distance: 2.7 km
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Access: From the Parador de Las Cañadas parking area
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Where to eat: Try a traditional Canarian Guachinche: El Romance – Tel: +34 676 86 96 29
Location: Carretera General Las Cañadas, Km 9.200, 38300 La Orotava, Tenerife.
GARACHICO
Duration: 3 hours | Car required
Ideal for: Those interested in coastal history and volcanic landscapes
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Walk through Garachico’s historic center (former port, convents, main square)
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Exterior visit of San Miguel Castle
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Free time at the El Caletón natural pools (swimming is a must!!!)
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Where to eat: Tasca Restaurante Los Pinos
ANAGA RURAL PARK
Duration: 3 hours | Car required
Ideal for: Nature lovers – a laurel forest in the northeast of the island with misty trails, dramatic cliffs, and lush greenery
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Start at Cruz del Carmen Visitor Center – easy to reach by car, panoramic views and a short circular trail through the forest (Path of the Senses)
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Do a short hike – Path of the Senses offers 3 route options (15 to 45 mins). Great for experiencing Anaga’s biodiversity with minimal equipment or time
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Enjoy the views – Drive to Pico del Inglés viewpoint, one of the most spectacular on the island, overlooking both mountains and coastline
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Go early in the morning to avoid clouds and enjoy cooler temperatures
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Where to eat: Guachinche Casa Paca (Simple but good).
GARACHICO
Duration: 3 hours | Car required
Ideal for: Those interested in coastal history and volcanic landscapes
Includes:
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Walk through Garachico’s historic center (former port, convents, main square)
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Exterior visit of San Miguel Castle
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Free time at the El Caletón natural pools (no need to swim, but possible if time allows)
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Where to eat: Tasca Restaurante Los Pinos
LA OROTAVA
Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours | No car needed, can go by taxi
Ideal for: Lovers of history, architecture, and peace
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Guided or self-guided walk through the historic center (stately homes, Church of La Concepción, colonial houses). Let us know if you'd like a guided tour!
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Visit to Casa de los Balcones (Canarian handicrafts and architecture)
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Walk through the Victoria Gardens with panoramic views
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Free time for coffee at a typical terrace, Casa Egon (try the tambores and milhojas)
BEACHES -NORTH + SOUTH
BEACHES – NORTH OF TENERIFE
(Wilder, volcanic sand, stunning landscapes)
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El Bollullo Beach (La Orotava) – Our favorite! But save it for Sunday if you're staying – we'll go together!
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Benijo Beach (Taganana, Anaga) – One of the island’s most spectacular beaches. Wild, big waves, amazing sunsets. Great for photos and walks.
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Las Teresitas Beach (Santa Cruz) – Golden sand from the Sahara, very calm.
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Playa Jardín (Puerto de la Cruz) – Designed by César Manrique. Easily accessible, family-friendly, with gardens and amenities.
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San Marcos Beach (Icod de los Vinos) – Small, protected beach. Great for a calm swim.
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Charco del Viento (La Guancha) – Not technically a beach, but a group of natural pools. Great for swimming when the sea is calm.
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El Caletón (Garachico) – Natural pools formed in volcanic rock. Stunning and unique.
BEACHES – SOUTH OF TENERIFE
(More sun, golden/white sand, tourist-friendly)
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El Duque Beach (Costa Adeje) – Light sand, calm waters. Ideal for a relaxing day.
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Las Vistas Beach (Los Cristianos) – Very wide and accessible.
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El Médano Beach (Granadilla de Abona) – Famous for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Bohemian, relaxed vibe. Great for walks or watching water sports.
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Abama Beach (Guía de Isora) – Small, golden-sand cove hidden next to the Ritz-Carlton hotel. Beautiful and quiet.
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La Tejita Beach (next to El Médano) – Wild and natural, with views of Montaña Roja. Ideal for peace and space.
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Fañabé Beach (Costa Adeje) – Very popular, lively atmosphere, bars and full amenities. Great for a full beach day.
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Los Cristianos Beach (Arona) – Family-friendly and centrally located.
RESTAURANTS
PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
LAS AGUAS (SAN JUAN DE LA RAMBLA)
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GUACHINCHES
Typical local bar/restaurant with real local gastronomy. It belongs to humble local people who produce their own wine (it is not usually the best wine though). Food is very good and cheap|.
It is a great local experience to get a beter understanding of the local life and culture of the island.
WHAT IS A GUACHINCHE?
Traditional local food, initiated as local wineries that offer some bites on a remote houses next to the wine. Now they have a special license with lower taxations and you can have a feast food for 15€ Portions are HUGE.
Ask for 1/2 portion and try various things and always double check with the bartenders if it’s too much! My recomendations are: "queso asado", "garbanzas", "huevos al estampida", "chistorra", "carne de fiesta" and "quesillo" (desert).
If you ask for local wine, consider mixing it with 7up/sprite. Is the typical local way to make a tinto de verano and drink it!!!
Call to see if they are open;
- Guachinche La huerta de Ana y Eva
- Guachinche El cubano
- Guachinche El romance
- Guachinche La casona
- Guachinche Casa lito