When you arrive at the South Airport in Tenerife, you will be transferred to the first accommodation in Santiago del Teide, where you will stay for two nights. Your adventure begins!
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Get ready for an epic self-guided hiking adventure through Tenerife's volcanic heart! Trek between towering volcanoes, witness breathtaking lunar landscapes and experience the thrill of exploring one of Europe's most extraordinary natural wonders at your own pace. The hike is fully supported, with GPX route notes, accommodations, transportation, luggage transfers & more.
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On your first hiking day, you will walk a gradually ascending road toward the picturesque Masca Valley, following paths with spectacular views. The ideal day trip for acclimatization.
Hiking distance: 11 km/6,84 mi
Elevation change: + 480 m/1,575 ft, – 480 m/1,575 ft
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In the second stage of your tour, you will walk to the Chinyero volcano. The Chinyero volcano is the youngest volcano on the island and last erupted in 1909. The area around this volcano offers an intriguing mix of volcanic landscapes and vegetation. Step by step, you will make your way toward the Teide area, where you will spend the night in one of your guides’ special accommodations.
Hiking distance: 16.6 km/ 10,32 mi
Elevation change: +660 m up/2,165 ft, – 420 m/1378 ft -
Ready for a new day? On day 4, you will trek further up to the Teide area. You will follow a long route with some elevation gain, climbing through the forest until you reach the tree line. When you have reached the goal point of this day, you will be transferred to the accommodation, the oldest hotel in Vilaflor, where you will be spending the next two nights!
ALTERNATIVE OPTION: You will be taken straight to Parador. You can spend an extra day in Parador to summit El Teide with or without a guide. If you choose this option, you will skip the rest day in El Medano on Day 7 of the itinerary. At 3,715 m/12,188 ft, Pico del Teide is the highest point in Spain, with an incredible 80-m/262-ft crater. The view from the top is unforgettable!
Contact your guide about pricing and availability (this depends on hotel and permit availability for Mount Teide).Hiking distance: 21 km/13 mi
Elevation change: +960 m/3,150 ft, – 70 m/230 ft -
On day 5, you will be transferred to Parador Cañadas del Teide. Walk further, and you will enter one of the most beautiful & diverse nature reserves in Tenerife, a spectacle of nature with views of El Teide. And the coolest part? You can only reach it by foot! Descending further and further to Vilaflor, you will slowly reach the tree line again and walk back to the accommodation.
Hiking distance: 18 km/ 11,18 mi
Elevation change: +470 m/1,542 ft, – 1,200 m/ 3,937 ft -
The last day of hiking has arrived. From Vilaflor, you will make your way downhill towards Arona, winding between pine trees. The journey is complete! A transfer will drop you off in El Medano, where a lovely hotel awaits you.
Hiking distance: 20 km/ 12,43 mi
Elevation change: +668 m/2,192 ft, – 1,391 m/4,563 ft -
Chill out on the beach, take a surfing lesson, or stroll through the shops and terraces. On day 7, everything is allowed, nothing is mandatory!
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Your hiking adventure has come to an end. You will be transferred to the airport and say goodbye to Tenerife.
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What you get on this adventure:
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- 8-day Tenerife volcanoes self-guided hike
- Transfers during the tour
- Airport transfers before and after the tour
- Hotel accommodations
- Most breakfasts*
- Luggage transport
- Route notes (GPX)
- 24/7 support for the duration of the hike
What’s not included:
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- Transportation to and from Tenerife
- Lunches, dinners, some breakfasts*
- Optional trips – Sunset on El Teide, extra night in Parador, cable car to El Teide
- Trip and cancellation insurance
- Mountain sports insurance – highly recommended
*Most of the accommodations you will be staying in on this trip provide breakfast. However, some smaller-scale accommodations don´t. In that case, your guides will provide information on where to get breakfast – shops, local bakeries, bars, etc.
If you want to do any additional activities mentioned in the itinerary, like the expedition to the top of El Teide, make sure to notify your guides in advance.
Also, if you want to stay in Tenerife for longer, your guides can arrange that for you. Make sure to contact them in advance and inquire about the possibilities.
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To participate in this trip, you need to have great fitness levels and prior multi-day hiking experience. You will hike for 6-8 hours a day, covering an average of 9.5 miles/15.2 km every day (6-13 miles/9.6 – 20 km) for 6 consecutive days. The hiking will be done on unpaved paths with significant elevation change. If you want to enjoy this adventure, good conditioning is a must.
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
- Shorts
- Long comfortable trousers
- T-shirt
- Warm clothes for layering
- Windbreaker or raincoat for mountain areas
- Sun hat or cap
- Hiking socks
- Comfortable and durable hiking boots
- Walking poles
- Daypack
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle or Thermos (1.5 to 2 L)
- Swimwear
- Flip flops
- Camera — optional (but recommended)
Your guides recommend that you take out mountaineering or mountain sports insurance. This is important because the hike will take you through remote and difficult-to-reach areas.
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans. -
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A self-guided tour is an independent exploration without a formal guide leading the way. Instead of being part of a group with a tour leader, you will navigate the tour yourself, using resources provided by the operator, such as maps, guidebooks, audio guides, or digital apps. Your guide will also take care of other parts of the tour, such as 24/7 support, accommodation, and transportation.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For this adventure, the usual group size is 1-4.
Hiking in Tenerife can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors younger than 18 are not permitted to join the hike.
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To get to Tenerife, most people fly into Tenerife South Airport, also known as Reina Sofia Airport. It is accessible by direct flight from most larger European airports.
From the airport, you will be transferred to the first accommodation in Santiago del Teide, the starting point of the tour, at the pre-arranged time.
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We highly recommend you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance.
With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more. Travel insurance covers canceled flights, natural disasters, and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans.
If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!
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