Arona (Province de Las Palmas) walks

Between Arona and Vilaflor, a loop on the heights offering beautiful panoramic views of the Adeje valley, a playground for paragliders. After crossing the Barranco del Rey, a beautiful deep gorge, the trail climbs gently around Mount Suarez, then more steeply up the slopes of Roque Imoque. Along the way, cactus, abandoned farms and old threshing floors and small caves. The gently sloping return journey faces the marine horizon of the island's southern tip.

Montaña Amarilla was created by an underwater volcanic eruption, the crater of which still dominates the area. The sea and erosion have finished shaping the surrounding area into a curious and singular landscape found nowhere else on the island. The landscapes follow one another, with rows of volcanic cones dominated first by Teide, then by the coast, where the yellow rock that gives the mountain its name appears.

El Barranco del Infierno, the ravine of hell, named for its steep terrain, is located in the town of Adeje, in the south-west of Tenerife. It is a magnificent hike due to its vegetation and views of the coast.This hike is a round trip and there is a fee. However, it is well worth the investment of €15 per person.Although the number of people is limited on the site, it is still quite busy. The waterfall at the end of the hike is nothing special, but it is located in a superb setting.Important note: the elevation gain is 350 m, not 900 m as indicated on the information sheet.

Easy hike on a well-marked trail. Beautiful views of the ocean and La Gomera in a mountainous environment with Canary Island pine trees.

Undoubtedly one of the most interesting hikes for those who don't have much time. Views of Mount Teide, lava flows, "Wild West" rock formations. You'll get an overview of the area's panoramas in a hike that's accessible to all.

In the Teide National Park, this hike takes you up to a superb summit which offers splendid views of Teide on one side, and the south coast of Tenerife on the other. The route is very well marked, with signs at every crossroads. It's virtually impossible to get lost. ⚠️Please note the hunting season in the Park. See Practical Information. Updated October 21, 2022.

A superb loop on one of Tenerife's most beautiful peaks. The whole circuit offers an extraordinary view of the caldera and the summit of the Pico del Teide. The difficulty lies in the suspended passage below the summit. It's an aerial passage, but never exposed, so don't attempt it if visibility is poor. New markings have been added to some of the passages, so the description below will probably have to be adapted to the new markings on the summit section.

An easy hike on a good path. You’ll enjoy superb views of El Teide and the surrounding area. Then you’ll encounter rugged, eroded rocks in a variety of shapes and colours as you approach Montaña Guajara (alt. 2,717 m), the highest peak in the vast caldera. Towards the end of the route, you’ll see viper’s bugloss, those tall plants endemic to Tenerife that bloom red (in the right season). As a bonus, there’s a safe car park.

On the slopes of Spain's highest peak, the Pico de Teide, access to which is restricted. You should book and ask for authorization to access the summit (3715m) with National Park wardens in advance.

An easy loop through an incredible volcanic landscape. A must-see in the Teide National Park.

After walking for 800 m, you’d think you were in the middle of the desert. Sandy terrain (but you don’t sink in), a gradient of colours, gentle undulating terrain, and dark rocks providing a striking contrast. A real treat! A 6 km family walk if you do a return trip to the point (2). A relatively steep climb of 200 m in elevation if you do the full route. El Teide is very close by.

An easy family hike that allows you to admire the last volcano to emerge in Tenerife by walking around it. You will walk among the volcanic fallout on a good path. The massif is dotted with pine trees, some denser than others.

Magnificent, easy hike through a fairy-tale forest, past a black volcano and rocky landscapes. Easy and beautiful. Done with children aged 6 and 9, without any problems.

This short route allows you to enjoy this area with its magnificent scenery. The view stretches far into the distance, and the cliffs are impressive. A pleasant route that climbs steadily amidst prickly pears and other vegetation. Even in winter, it’s a pleasure to walk here, whilst being far from the crowds of tourists in Masca. There is the option to extend the walk further along this good path, for 1.5 km, to Cumbre Bolico. Personally, I was stopped in my tracks by the fog that rolled in at the end of the day.

This round trip hike from the Mirador Altos de Baracan car park on the ridge will take you through the spectacular landscapes of Baracán via the Macizo de Teno ridge.

A magnificent circular route within the Teno Rural Park, passing through the village of Teno Alto and continuing to the foot of the Baracán peak. The path crosses a forest of heather and laurel, unique to the Canary Islands due to its altitude and humidity. Before the junction with the road, a viewpoint offers a glimpse of the majestic Mount Teide. In Teno Alto, follow the signposts for La Mesita and Cumbre de Baracán. A beautiful descent along a rocky and very exposed path, with steep slopes on either side. I recommend doing this route in good weather. Completed in 3 hours 40 minutes.

A short circular walk on the Teno Alto plateau, inspired by the "Teno Alto Self-Guided Trail" on the website www.tenerifeon.es. We start from the small plaza in the center of the village (plaza de Teno). The route begins on paths through pastures between farms where goats are raised and cheese made. The village is then reached by skirting a volcanic hill with caves. Beautiful views of the countryside, pastures, the sea, the Isle of Gomora and Teide. At the end, a final round-trip section with shaded sections offers a view of Punta del Teno. At the time of the walk (mid-November 2023), the Los Bailadreros bar was open in the village and connected to the square, where we were able to eat and drink. In fact, it's frequented by many hikers on much longer treks.

A pleasant hike through the lava blocks along the coast. Malpaís de Güímar is a nature reserve declared a protected area. It's a unique volcanic landscape stretching from the Montaña Grande to the coast. This loop is perfect for children, as it's short and very easy.

A lovely walk amongst volcanic ash and lava flows pouring into the ocean at the foot of the Socorro volcano. There are several educational signs in the reserve. Given the darkness of the surroundings, you should definitely avoid doing this when the sun is at its highest, even if the sea breeze offers effective refreshment!

Pleasant hike along the coast... Good shoes required (mid-cut or high-cut) as the terrain is rather uneven in places and your ankles/knees will be put to the test on the loose stones for much of the route.