Itinerary
- Day 1
Garachico
You'll arrive in Garachico, a coastal town on Tenerife's northwest coast, and check into your hotel which occupies a restored 17th century mansion. After getting settled, take some time to rest and explore the immediate area. The town itself has a nice historic feel with its cobblestone streets and older architecture, so a short walk around helps you get your bearings before dinner.
Landmarks/POIs Garachico - Day 2
Parque Rural de Teno
This morning you'll drive through banana plantations in La Isla Baja heading toward Parque Rural de Teno. From El Palmar village, the walk takes you up toward the mountain ridge and Mirador de Baracan, where you get views down into deep ravines that drop to the coast and La Gomera in the distance. Along the route you'll pass abandoned terraces, stone circles, and old farmhouses. The hike covers significant elevation and takes most of the day, so plan for a full walking adventure with varied terrain.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk to Mirador de Baracan from El Palmar with views of barrancos and coastline
- Explore abandoned terraces, stone circles and traditional farmhouses in Parque Rural de Teno
Landmarks/POIs Parque Rural de Teno Mirador de Baracan El Palmar La Gomera - Day 3
Arenas Negras
Start at the Ecomuseo del Tanque to see how people lived here historically, then follow the Canal de Vergara as it leads toward La Corona Forestal, which is basically Tenerife's forest reserve and home to lots of birdlife including the endemic Canary blue chaffinch. As you walk, the vegetation changes noticeably and you'll see black sand and volcanic rock appearing as the Arenas Negras volcano comes into view. Later you'll cross the Chinyero lava field where green lichen covers the dark rock. It's a long day with quite a bit of walking and elevation change.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ecomuseo del Tanque to learn about historic island life
- Follow Canal de Vergara to La Corona Forestal and observe endemic birdlife including Canary blue chaffinch
- Cross Arenas Negras volcano landscape and Chinyero lava field
Landmarks/POIs Ecomuseo del Tanque La Corona Forestal Arenas Negras Chinyero - Day 4
Charcas de Erjos
Beginning in the quiet village of Erjos, you'll head toward Monte del Agua where there's plenty of diverse plant life and birdlife to see. Continue up to Casas de La Cumbre, and from there deep ravines open up in front of you with Mount Teide visible in the distance (snow-capped depending on season). After that, you'll descend to the Charcas de Erjos ponds where local and migrant birds congregate. This is a full day hike with good elevation gain and a nice mix of landscapes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Monte del Agua for diverse flora and birdlife
- Hike through Casas de La Cumbre with views of ravines and snow-capped Mount Teide
- Visit Charcas de Erjos ponds to observe local and migrant birds
Landmarks/POIs Erjos Monte del Agua Casas de La Cumbre Mount Teide Charcas de Erjos - Day 5
Vilaflor
Today you're in Teide National Park exploring the volcanic landscape with multiple volcanic features. You'll climb to the summit of Samara for panoramic views across Montana Reventada and over to Pico Viejo, Tenerife's second highest volcano. Along the way you'll see archaeological remains from the Guanche people at Cuevas Negras. Later, drive to Vilaflor, the highest village on the island, known for its almendrados (almond biscuits). You can grab some before settling in at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb to summit of Samara for panoramic views of volcanic formations
- Visit archaeological Guanche remains at Cuevas Negras
- Explore Teide National Park including Montana Reventada and Pico Viejo
Landmarks/POIs Teide National Park Samara Montana Reventada Cuevas Negras Pico Viejo Vilaflor - Day 6
Moon Landscape
You'll walk the Camino Real de Chasna, an old shepherds' path that historically connected the north and south of Tenerife. The route takes you through protected pine forest and then reaches Los Escurriales, often called the Moon Landscape because of its unusual geological formations. Wind and water erosion have shaped this area over many centuries into something that looks pretty otherworldly. It's a moderate to long walk depending on how far you go, but the scenery makes it worthwhile.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walk the Camino Real de Chasna, ancient shepherds' path connecting north and south of island
- Explore Los Escurriales (Moon Landscape) - geological formation created by wind and water erosion
Landmarks/POIs Camino Real de Chasna Los Escurriales - Day 7
Mount Guajara
For your final walking day, you'll tackle the Siete Canadas trail with views of Mount Teide's caldera and the ochre-colored lava flows, finishing at the summit of Mount Guajara. On clear days you can see as far as Gran Canaria and La Palma from up there. If that feels too ambitious, an easier option takes you to Teide's caldera and the Roques de Garcia rock formations, which is about 3.5km/2 miles and takes around 2 hours. Either way, it's a great way to cap off your week of walking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walk Siete Canadas trail to Mount Guajara summit with views of Mount Teide's caldera and lava flows
- Alternative: Easier walk to Teide's caldera and Roques de Garcia (3.5km/2 miles/2 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Siete Canadas Trail Mount Guajara Mount Teide Caldera Roques de Garcia Gran Canaria La Palma - Day 8
Departure
You'll head back to the airport today in time for your return flight. Depending on your flight time, you might have a bit of morning time, but plan to leave with enough buffer for the drive and check-in.
