Tenerife
offers unrivalled opportunities to blow out the
cobwebs and experience a diversity of nature and
terrain exclusive to the Canarian archipelago under
blue skies and clean air.
Whatever your level of
fitness or commitment there is an abundance of
routes suitable, be it an easy or strenuous you will
always return rewarded.
There
are many walking guides available for the island
allowing you to follow your own nose, or
alternatively you can join one of our professional
walking guides. This offers many advantages as you
tap into a wealth of local knowledge, shown the best
the island can offer, gaining a more personal
insight to the inhabitants and history, all while in
safe and secure hands, leaving you only to absorb
and enjoy the beauty around you.
Our groups are no bigger the 10 people in order to
give you a personal touch and maintain the
tranquillity and space so much apart of this
experience.
We highly recommend that you bring
good walking specific shoes, this will aid your
confidence and comfort as the terrain can vary from
country lane, grass, to sand and rock strewn path.
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Tenerifelodge can offer you the following guided
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Teno |
| 3hour – 200m uphill and 200m descent – level :
medium |
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walk follows country lanes, mountain paths and
forest roads and consequently, gives us great views
of the islands impressive diversity including Masca,
La Gomera and Mount Gala.
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| Ifonche |
| 3hour - 250m uphill 250m descent - 10km -
level :medium |
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| A varied and interesting walk across many deserted
mountain paths. On this tour you get to enjoy the
fauna and flora of the south side of Tenerife and
the magnificent views of the whole south coast. |
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| Anaga |
| 3hour - 100m uphill and 350m
descent - 10km - level : easy |
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| Anaga, known as the islands ‘walking paradise’
is an area of significant ecological importance
containing extraordinary bio-diversity, and unusual
and impressive topography. This tour holds many
small surprises and lovely views on the north side
of Tenerife.
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| Masca |
| 3hour - 600m descent - 4km - level :
hard |
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| The tour starts in the very
famous village of Masca. We descend on an old
fishermen’s’ trail until we reach the
ocean. After a refreshing swim we join Pedro who
picks us up with his boat and will take us to Los
Gigantes, Translated into English as ‘The Giants’
the name seams almost an understatement when you
witness the vertical cliff (250m) |
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| Valley of La Orotava |
| 4hour - 300m uphill and 450m
descent - 15km - level : medium |
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| A walk through a dense forest with eucalyptus trees,
narrow foot paths and amazing views on Puerto de la
Cruz, Orotava and the Pico del Teide. |
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| Las Cañadas |
| 3hour - 200m uphill and 200m
descent - 13km - level : medium |
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| One of our favourites: Sand, lava, and rocks
creating a breathtaking peaceful landscape. This
walk always leaves a great impression with the
people who come along. We walk on the north side of
the island and get enjoy magnificent views of the
pico del Teide and the Valley of La Orotava. |
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| Pico del Teide |
| 5,5hour - 1400m - 8km - level :
hard |
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Climbing the highest
mountain of Spain, and the 3rd highest
island volcano in the world rising 3718m / 12,198ft.
Situated in
the national park "Parque Nacional de las Cañadas
del Teide is a strenuous hike but a very rewarding adventure.
Upon reaching the summit you will achieve a 360º
view of Tenerife and neighbouring islands. We
promise this will be a day you’ll never forget.
Please note: You can only do
this climb if you have a permit from the local
authorities
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All our tours take up a full
day giving us plenty of time to enjoy the nature and
the views. You meet our guide and mini bus in the town
of El Medano, at 9 am. Before we start walking we
have a short stop at a Canarian bar for a coffee. The
guide will provide a picnic. You will be back in El Médano
approximately between 5 and 6:30pm, depending on the
tour you’re doing. We advise you to wear good
walking shoes and to bring protection for whatever the
weather gods have in mind (sun screen, windsheeter,
fleece, etc…) adequate water is essential, if you
require any medication please do not forget this.
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Our tours are not a race, we like to take our time
to enjoy. |
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We also welcome the little ones, children from
0-14years pay half price. The very little ones can
come along in a baby backpack (have a look on our
rental page) |
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Walking is a great way to get to know your team,
friends or to de-stress. We can organise a complete
walking week in Tenerife or one of the other islands. |
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Services: |
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-Rental of walking-sticks, walking shoes and baby
backpacks (see Rental page) |
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-Walking guides of Tenerife at Tenerife Outdoor
(Granadilla) |
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-Walking accessories and
outfits at Tenerife Outdoor(Granadilla)
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