Walking the trails of Tenerife
Walking the trails of Tenerife
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This itinerary combines volcanic landscapes, subtropical forests, historic trails and the Atlantic coast. You will walk among the slopes of Mount Teide, deep ravines, valleys of pine and laurel trees, mountain paths and spots by the sea, with spectacular views of the ocean.
- Start in Puerto de la Cruz, exploring its streets and promenades before heading into the mountainous routes of the north.
- Ascend towards Mount Teide, with unique volcanic landscapes and unforgettable panoramic views.
- Travel through the Corona Forestal and the Orotava Valley, along paths through pine trees, laurel forests and deep valleys.
- Descend towards the coast, with agricultural paths and stretches along the Atlantic completing the route.
- You will be able to savour Canarian cuisine: wrinkled potatoes with mojo sauce, local cheeses, gofio and fresh fish.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Puerto de la Cruz
The first day begins with your arrival at Tenerife North or Tenerife South Airport. From there, you will need to take a bus on your own to Puerto de la Cruz, a charming coastal town located in the north of the island, with a mild climate and a traditional Canarian atmosphere.
If you fly to Tenerife North Airport, you will need to take bus line 30 to get to Puerto de la Cruz. If you arrive at Tenerife South Airport, you will need to take bus line 343 to get to Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find all the information you need on the Titsa website.
If you fly to Tenerife North Airport, you will need to take bus line 30 to get to Puerto de la Cruz. If you arrive at Tenerife South Airport, you will need to take bus line 343 to get to Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find all the information you need on the Titsa website.
Overnight in Puerto de la Cruz
Hotel Tigaiga
This accommodation offers comfortable, fully equipped rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.
It also has two restaurants, as well as a beautiful garden and common areas where you can relax.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - Explore the surroundings of Puerto de la Cruz 3,7 miles | 6 km
Today you will discover Puerto de la Cruz and its surroundings before venturing into the more mountainous routes. This coastal town combines traditional Canarian charm with views of the Atlantic Ocean and a mild climate, making it an ideal starting point.
You can enjoy its most emblematic spots: Lago Martiánez, with its seawater pools designed by César Manrique; the Botanical Gardens, with tropical and subtropical species; and the old town, where cobbled streets and traditional houses introduce you to the essence of the island.
At the end of the tour, you can head to the coast to gaze at Mount Teide in the distance and soak up the Atlantic atmosphere that will accompany you throughout your adventure.
Ascent: 152m (499ft) / Descent: 152m (499ft)
You can enjoy its most emblematic spots: Lago Martiánez, with its seawater pools designed by César Manrique; the Botanical Gardens, with tropical and subtropical species; and the old town, where cobbled streets and traditional houses introduce you to the essence of the island.
At the end of the tour, you can head to the coast to gaze at Mount Teide in the distance and soak up the Atlantic atmosphere that will accompany you throughout your adventure.
Ascent: 152m (499ft) / Descent: 152m (499ft)
Overnight in Puerto de la Cruz
Hotel Tigaiga
This accommodation offers comfortable, fully equipped rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.
It also has two restaurants, as well as a beautiful garden and common areas where you can relax.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Enjoy your day at Mount Teide 8,1 miles | 13 km
At the start of the route, you will need to take bus line 348 from Puerto de la Cruz to the Teide cable car. This linear route can be done as an ascent or descent of Mount Teide.
The climb becomes increasingly demanding, but the reward of the views from the summit, followed by a quick descent by cable car to the bus stop, makes this day a real mountain challenge that is totally worthwhile. With total ascents of over 1,000 metres and a maximum elevation of 3,600 metres, this hike is the most challenging on the itinerary but undoubtedly also the most rewarding.
At the end of the route, take bus line 348 from the Teide cable car back to Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find more information about the buses on the Titsa website.
Ascent: 140m (459ft) / Descent: 1339m (4,393ft)
The climb becomes increasingly demanding, but the reward of the views from the summit, followed by a quick descent by cable car to the bus stop, makes this day a real mountain challenge that is totally worthwhile. With total ascents of over 1,000 metres and a maximum elevation of 3,600 metres, this hike is the most challenging on the itinerary but undoubtedly also the most rewarding.
At the end of the route, take bus line 348 from the Teide cable car back to Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find more information about the buses on the Titsa website.
Ascent: 140m (459ft) / Descent: 1339m (4,393ft)
Overnight in Puerto de la Cruz
Hotel Tigaiga
This accommodation offers comfortable, fully equipped rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.
It also has two restaurants, as well as a beautiful garden and common areas where you can relax.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Enjoy your day in Puerto de la Cruz
On your day off, you can enjoy Puerto de la Cruz and experience the spirit of the island. You can visit the historic Botanical Gardens, opened at the end of the 18th century, where you will discover an impressive collection of tropical and subtropical species.
If you prefer the sea, you can take advantage of an unforgettable experience and go on an excursion from Los Gigantes to see dolphins and whales. Bear in mind that the best time to see whales is from November to February.
Another option is to hike to El Bollullo beach, a round trip of approximately 6.5 km, which will allow you to enjoy a spectacular stretch of coastline and relax on one of the most beautiful beaches in the area.
If you prefer the sea, you can take advantage of an unforgettable experience and go on an excursion from Los Gigantes to see dolphins and whales. Bear in mind that the best time to see whales is from November to February.
Another option is to hike to El Bollullo beach, a round trip of approximately 6.5 km, which will allow you to enjoy a spectacular stretch of coastline and relax on one of the most beautiful beaches in the area.
Overnight in Puerto de la Cruz
Hotel Tigaiga
This accommodation offers comfortable, fully equipped rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.
It also has two restaurants, as well as a beautiful garden and common areas where you can relax.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Circular route through the high slopes of the Orotava Valley 5,1 miles | 8,2 km
At the start of the day, take bus line 345 from Puerto de la Cruz to La Caldera, where you will begin a circular route through the high slopes of the Orotava Valley, in the Corona Forestal, a very popular and easily accessible area for walking.
Its slopes are cool and peaceful, even on hot days, and the gentle inclines make it a less demanding but equally rewarding day out.
Once you have finished the route, take bus line 345 again from La Caldera to Puerto de la Cruz, where your accommodation is located.
You can find more information about buses on the Titsa website.
Ascent: 405m (1,329ft) / Descent: 375m (1,230ft)
Its slopes are cool and peaceful, even on hot days, and the gentle inclines make it a less demanding but equally rewarding day out.
Once you have finished the route, take bus line 345 again from La Caldera to Puerto de la Cruz, where your accommodation is located.
You can find more information about buses on the Titsa website.
Ascent: 405m (1,329ft) / Descent: 375m (1,230ft)
Overnight in Puerto de la Cruz
Hotel Tigaiga
This accommodation offers comfortable, fully equipped rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.
It also has two restaurants, as well as a beautiful garden and common areas where you can relax.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Circular route around Pico del Inglés 3,1 miles | 5 km
Today's route follows an old mountain trail that leads to a remote village and a small Guanche museum, offering a unique immersion in the history and most authentic landscapes of Tenerife.
To get to the start of your route, the Pico del Inglés viewpoint, you will need to take bus line 103 from Puerto de la Cruz to Laguna. Once there, take another bus (lines 275 or 76) to Cruce Pico del Inglés.
From the Pico del Inglés viewpoint, an old path descends along a panoramic ridge between laurel forests and rock formations, giving way to slopes dotted with cacti and agaves.
Further down, isolated farms appear with houses and stables carved into the rock. After crossing two hills, the trail descends to Catalanes, a small rural village where a local museum preserves the remains of the Guanches, the ancient inhabitants of the island.
After a short stretch along the road, the route climbs back up to the ridge, offering sweeping views of the north coast. Here you can rest and have a drink before returning to the Pico del Inglés viewpoint.
Once you hav.e returned to Pico del Inglés, take bus line 76 or 77 to Laguna and then line 103 to finally reach Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find more information about buses on the Titsa website.
Ascent: 487m (1,598ft) / Descent: 487m (1,598ft)
To get to the start of your route, the Pico del Inglés viewpoint, you will need to take bus line 103 from Puerto de la Cruz to Laguna. Once there, take another bus (lines 275 or 76) to Cruce Pico del Inglés.
From the Pico del Inglés viewpoint, an old path descends along a panoramic ridge between laurel forests and rock formations, giving way to slopes dotted with cacti and agaves.
Further down, isolated farms appear with houses and stables carved into the rock. After crossing two hills, the trail descends to Catalanes, a small rural village where a local museum preserves the remains of the Guanches, the ancient inhabitants of the island.
After a short stretch along the road, the route climbs back up to the ridge, offering sweeping views of the north coast. Here you can rest and have a drink before returning to the Pico del Inglés viewpoint.
Once you hav.e returned to Pico del Inglés, take bus line 76 or 77 to Laguna and then line 103 to finally reach Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find more information about buses on the Titsa website.
Ascent: 487m (1,598ft) / Descent: 487m (1,598ft)
Overnight in Puerto de la Cruz
Hotel Tigaiga
This accommodation offers comfortable, fully equipped rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi.
It also has two restaurants, as well as a beautiful garden and common areas where you can relax.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 7 - Enjoy the eastern part of the Orotava Valley 7,6 miles | 12,3 km
Today's route begins with a bus transfer (line 345) on your own from Puerto de la Cruz to Aguamansa. You can find more information about the buses on the Titsa website.
Along the route, you will descend through scattered settlements, orchards and areas of intensive agriculture in the eastern part of the Orotava Valley. The itinerary largely follows old traditional paths, many of which are now paved but still quiet and with virtually no traffic.
The route continues to the coast, where it links up with a pleasant promenade that will take you back to your accommodation in Puerto de la Cruz, bringing the day to a close by the Atlantic Ocean.
Ascent: 850m (2,789ft) / Descent: 228m (748ft)
Along the route, you will descend through scattered settlements, orchards and areas of intensive agriculture in the eastern part of the Orotava Valley. The itinerary largely follows old traditional paths, many of which are now paved but still quiet and with virtually no traffic.
The route continues to the coast, where it links up with a pleasant promenade that will take you back to your accommodation in Puerto de la Cruz, bringing the day to a close by the Atlantic Ocean.
Ascent: 850m (2,789ft) / Descent: 228m (748ft)
Overnight in Puerto de la Cruz
Hotel Tigaiga
This accommodation offers comfortable, fully equipped rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi.
It also has two restaurants, as well as a beautiful garden and common areas where you can relax.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 8 - Puerto de la Cruz
After a delicious breakfast, it is time to say goodbye and return to your place of origin.
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- Accommodation in en suite rooms
- Daily Breakfasts
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Information dossier with maps and routes
- 24-hour telephone support
- Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO2 emissions of your trip
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General information
The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.
Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.
The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.
We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.
The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.
Room types
It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms.
Travel & Transfers
To reach the starting point of this walking route, you will need to fly to Tenerife North Airport or Tenerife South Airport. If you fly to Tenerife North Airport, you will need to take bus line 30 to get to Puerto de la Cruz.
If you arrive at Tenerife South Airport, you will need to take bus line 343 to get to Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find all the information you need on the Titsa website.
To return to your city of origin from Puerto de la Cruz, you can fly from Tenerife North or Tenerife South airports. To get to Tenerife North Airport, take bus line 30, and to get to Tenerife South Airport, take bus line 343.
You can find all the information you need on the Titsa website.
If you arrive at Tenerife South Airport, you will need to take bus line 343 to get to Puerto de la Cruz.
You can find all the information you need on the Titsa website.
To return to your city of origin from Puerto de la Cruz, you can fly from Tenerife North or Tenerife South airports. To get to Tenerife North Airport, take bus line 30, and to get to Tenerife South Airport, take bus line 343.
You can find all the information you need on the Titsa website.
FAQs
Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?
Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:
- Maximum weight of 45 lbs (20 kg).
- Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
- Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
- Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).
What is the best time of year to do this trip?
The trip is available all year round, thanks to Tenerife's mild climate, although the best times for walking are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when temperatures are pleasant and the trails are more comfortable to enjoy.
May and October are particularly ideal months for exploring the island's diverse landscapes on foot, with mild days and less intense heat. In contrast, the summer months (July and August) can be hotter for walking, and in winter, although the climate is generally mild even in December and January, high mountain areas such as Teide can be cooler and require more preparation.
What should my physical preparation be?
This route is of medium-high difficulty, making it ideal for people looking for 4 to 6 hours of walking per day with climbs that can be steeper and longer. It is recommended that you are in good physical condition and in good health. Some sections of the walk have uneven terrain, including rocky areas.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We suggest you make your booking as soon as possible, as soon as you have decided on your travel dates, as it is a popular destination, especially in July and August.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Given that the walks will be along rocky coastal paths, with ascents and descents, it is essential to have walking boots. However, in our information pack, we provide detailed advice and a list of items you should bring with you. This includes waterproof clothing, a hat, sunscreen and other items that may be useful.
What if I'm not able to finish one of the stages?
You can take public transport or taxis to your next accommodation. Please check with the accommodation providers or our local partner, as they are best placed to advise you.
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