Hiking the Canary Islands: Tenerife, Anaga, and Beyond
About Spain - From $1,011.75 USD
Like to work up a sweat while you explore the world? This tour of the Canary Islands is a gold mine. Brush through the leafy forests of Anaga, explore Tenerife Island, hike up to amazing views on a trek between the village of Erjos and Masca, and then kick back for wine tasting, and beach time. (You'll have earned it.)
Travel Style
Active
Service Level
Standard
Physical Grading
3 - Average
What's Included
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.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
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
What is the maximum and typical number of participants on this tour?
Max 16, avg 12.
What meals are included in this trip?
5 breakfasts, 3 lunches
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private vehicle, hiking.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hotels (5 nts).
Itinerary
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Puerto de la Cruz
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.
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Puerto de la Cruz
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.
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Puerto de la Cruz
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.
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Puerto de la Cruz/Costa Adeje
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.
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Costa Adeje
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.
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Costa Adeje
Depart at any time.
What are the mandatory travel insurance requirements for this trip?
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
