Things to do in Teide
Teide, or Mount Teide, is a volcano located on the island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands (Spain). It is the country's highest peak, with an altitude of 3,718 metres above sea level and 7,500 metres above the ocean floor. It is the third highest volcanic structure on the planet, after Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea in Hawaii.
During the European expansion, Teide's towering altitude explained why it was considered the highest mountain in the world, since the Spanish, Portuguese and British sailors used it as a beacon during their navigation through the Atlantic Ocean to the South.
Teide is the most emblematic natural element of the Canary Islands and is visited by millions of people each year. The volcano forms part of the Teide National Park, which was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 2007. A well deserved accolade, as it is the most complete sample of supra-Mediterranean vegetation floor in existence and one of the most amazing volcanic manifestations worldwide.
If you visit the park, don't forget to take the cable car: the base station is 2356 metres above sea level and the highest station is at 3555 metres. Once you reach the top, you will be able to look out at the extraordinary view!
Do not miss the Roques de García, a group of very interesting rock formations, among which is the Roque Cinchado. Astronomy lovers can opt for sunset visits, during which, after watching the sunset, they will learn a lot of interesting facts about the constellations, stars, and planets.
Today, there are many different options to explore Teide: take part in an excursion or a guided tour by private transport, bus or even explore the area on quad bikes.
Our recommendations in Teide
Teide National Park tour with local guide
Tenerife's greatest natural wonder, Mt Teide is Spain's highest peak. Avoiding the busiest times of the day, this expertly guided tour explores its wild volcanic habitats and offers unbeatable views over Tenerife and the rest of the Canaries.
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Mount Teide Quad Trip in a Day
Enjoy an adventurous quad trip on Mount Teide and have fun with your friends and family.
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Teide National Park Hiking Tour
Mount Teide is the most popular attraction in Tenerife, and there's no better way to discover it than this hike. This 9km guided trek introduces you to the rare flora and fauna on the mountain as well as the lava flows. Once you've acclimatized to the altitude, you'll be met with knockout views over Tenerife and the other islands. This is a low/medium intensity hike, where you'll be walking for around three hours.
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4x4 Safari to Teide National Park
A journey through some of the most dramatic landscapes in Tenerife. This 4x4 half-day safari takes you through valleys and above hills into the lava-scarred Teide National Park for a 100% Canarian adventure. You'll also discover remote, rustic villages such as Vilaflor, Chirche and Guía de Isora as well as Roques de García and Pico Viejo viewpoints.
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Teide National Park tour with local guide
Tenerife's greatest natural wonder, Mt Teide is Spain's highest peak. Avoiding the busiest times of the day, this expertly guided tour explores its wild volcanic habitats and offers unbeatable views over Tenerife and the rest of the Canaries.
de, en, fr, nl
Mount Teide Quad Trip in a Day
Enjoy an adventurous quad trip on Mount Teide and have fun with your friends and family.
en, es
Teide National Park Hiking Tour
Mount Teide is the most popular attraction in Tenerife, and there's no better way to discover it than this hike. This 9km guided trek introduces you to the rare flora and fauna on the mountain as well as the lava flows. Once you've acclimatized to the altitude, you'll be met with knockout views over Tenerife and the other islands. This is a low/medium intensity hike, where you'll be walking for around three hours.
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4x4 Safari to Teide National Park
A journey through some of the most dramatic landscapes in Tenerife. This 4x4 half-day safari takes you through valleys and above hills into the lava-scarred Teide National Park for a 100% Canarian adventure. You'll also discover remote, rustic villages such as Vilaflor, Chirche and Guía de Isora as well as Roques de García and Pico Viejo viewpoints.
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Gear up for an exhilarating three-and-a-half-hour quad adventure in Tenerife, tailored for ultimate fun and excitement. This exclusive experience takes you on thrilling off-road trails with the choice of powerful 300cc or 400cc quads. As you rev up your engines and set off, the raw beauty of Tenerife unfolds before you. The tour is designed to showcase the island's diverse terrains, from dusty paths to rocky roads, each providing a unique challenge and thrilling experience. Feel the adrenaline rush of manoeuvring your quad through narrow trails and steep inclines, all while surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes. After an action-packed few hours, the tour winds down, but the excitement lingers as you head back. Share stories and relive moments of the journey as you view the footage captured on the GoPro. It's an ideal adventure that combines the thrill of speed with the beauty of nature, leaving you with lasting memories and stories to tell.
Teide by Night from the South & West
Tenerife's Mount Teide National Park boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery and views in all the archipelago. Crowned by the volcanic peak of Mount Teide, this natural wilderness takes on an otherworldly quality as the setting sun glazes its ridges and rocks in soft pinks, reds and purples.
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Reviews Teide
“Carla are driver and team Ivon lovely,could have had one less stop & food earlier.The food wasn't nice or worth the money vegetarian option was awful and omelette so salty served with hot vegetable. One suggestion is a buffet so people can choose there own food.I felt like my meal was a last minute option even though told,if asked by tui staff for maybe what the customer could suggest.Mount Teide was amazing.”
“Hello, I did not received an invoice to this trip. Please send me it to my email. Thank you! Best regards, Martin Pyšný”
“Hello, I did not received an invoice to this trip. Please send me it to my email. Thank you! Best regards, Martin Pyšný”
“The guide was brilliant but cloud cover ruined the evening now i know you can't control the weather but would think if the night was completely ruined by the weather as ours was then at least a token gesture of a voucher against future trips would be in order rather than nothing?”
