Exploration guidée des gorges de Masca à Tenerife

Northwest Tenerife full-day tour with Canarian lunch

With coastal roads, towering cliffs and valley-nestled villages, Tenerife's west is a joy to explore. On this tour in comfortable minivans, you'll go through a roll call of all the must-dos – local product tastings, exploring Teno Rural Park and visiting picture-postcard villages. Arianne, one of our expert guides, says, ‘You'll unearth the geology of Tenerife's past, discovering impressive landscapes along with the island's history and culture.'It all begins in Icod de Los Vinos. A guided tour of the town takes in its centuries-old dragon tree – located in a park that's more like a botanic garden – traditional colonial-style architecture and a sampling of some local products. Then, it's on to the hard-to-reach ‘lost village' of Masca. Precariously perched on a ridge overlooking a rugged gorge, it's one of Tenerife's most jaw-dropping sights.Next, you'll head down to Garachico on the coast, and discover why it's known as the ‘prettiest and unluckiest' town on the island. Stroll by its famous lava pools and see the historic castle before a lunch made from locally sourced ingredients in a family-run restaurant. It's an ideal setting for savouring Canarian cuisine. The afternoon sees you exploring the jagged peaks in craggy Teno Rural Park. It's famed for its laurel and pine forests as well as its exotic flora, so breathe in deeply for the full experience.

Teide and Masca tour from northern Tenerife

This exclusive tour explores Tenerife's most dramatic inland areas. You'll venture in an eight-seater minivan through the otherworldly landscapes of Teide National Park, admire the panoramas from countless viewpoints and visit the ridge-top hamlet of Masca. Plus, there's traditional Canarian lunch on the menu, too. Arianne, one of our expert local guides, say, "I love guiding this tour because it's an overdose of nature, focusing on the island's volcanology, from the past to the present."Your adventure kicks off by heading south into Teide National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – climbing through a dense pine forest. There's a pit stop at Chirche viewpoint, which often overlooks cloud-shrouded terrain below. The scenery around here is still bursting with greenery. But as we journey deeper into the national park, you'll encounter volcanic landscapes that could easily be on the moon, Venus or Mars. Desolate, rock-strewn badlands. A stop at Roques de Garcia allows you to take some pics near these iconic rock formations, with the volcano's cone in the background.Grab a last look at the lava-scarred landscapes at Poleos viewpoint before dropping into a family-run restaurant for a lunch made from seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Rounding off the day is a visit to Masca – a hard-to-reach hamlet perched on a ridge in a deep volcanic gorge. Enjoy free time to poke around and take in the vistas. What is the itinerary for this experience? Itinerary from Southern Tenerife: - 7:50am – pick-up from your hotel- 9:40am to 10.20am – visit of Masca hamlet- 10:20am to 11:00am – drive up to El Teide- 11:00am to 11:45am – stop at Narices del Teide and Juan Evora- 11:45am to 12:20pm – panoramic drive through Teide National Park with stop at MInas San Jose- 12:20pm to 1:45pm – stop at restaurant- 1:45pm to 2:05pm – drive to Parador - Roques Garcia- 2.05pm to 2.30pm – stop at Parador- 2:30pm to 2.50pm – drive to Vilaflor- 2:50pm to 3.15pm – Vilaflor visit - 3.40pm Set off back to hotelsPlease note, the times and schedule may vary on the day Itinerary from Northern Tenerife: - 8:40am – pick-up from your hotel- 9:20am – stop at Lomo Molino- 10:25am – visit Masca hamlet- 12:05pm – stop at the restaurant for lunch- 1:55pm – drive up to El Teide and stop in Narices del Teide- 2:20pm – stop at Roques Garcia- 3:05pm – stop at Minas de San Jose- 3:50pm – stop at Mirador Montaña Bermeja- 4:40pm – drop-off at your hotelPlease note, the times and schedule may vary on the day

Teide and Masca tour from southern Tenerife

This exclusive tour explores Tenerife's most dramatic inland areas. You'll venture in an eight-seater minivan through the otherworldly landscapes of Teide National Park, admire the panoramas from countless viewpoints and visit the ridge-top hamlet of Masca. Plus, there's traditional Canarian lunch on the menu, too. Arianne, one of our expert local guides, say, "I love guiding this tour because it's an overdose of nature, focusing on the island's volcanology, from the past to the present."Your adventure kicks off by heading south into Teide National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – climbing through a dense pine forest. There's a pit stop at Chirche viewpoint, which often overlooks cloud-shrouded terrain below. The scenery around here is still bursting with greenery. But as we journey deeper into the national park, you'll encounter volcanic landscapes that could easily be on the moon, Venus or Mars. Desolate, rock-strewn badlands. A stop at Roques de Garcia allows you to take some pics near these iconic rock formations, with the volcano's cone in the background.Grab a last look at the lava-scarred landscapes at Poleos viewpoint before dropping into a family-run restaurant for a lunch made from seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Rounding off the day is a visit to Masca – a hard-to-reach hamlet perched on a ridge in a deep volcanic gorge. Enjoy free time to poke around and take in the vistas. What is the itinerary for this experience? Itinerary from Southern Tenerife: - 7:50am – pick-up from your hotel- 9:40am to 10.20am – visit of Masca hamlet- 10:20am to 11:00am – drive up to El Teide- 11:00am to 11:45am – stop at Narices del Teide and Juan Evora- 11:45am to 12:20pm – panoramic drive through Teide National Park with stop at MInas San Jose- 12:20pm to 1:45pm – stop at restaurant- 1:45pm to 2:05pm – drive to Parador - Roques Garcia- 2.05pm to 2.30pm – stop at Parador- 2:30pm to 2.50pm – drive to Vilaflor- 2:50pm to 3.15pm – Vilaflor visit - 3.40pm Set off back to hotelsPlease note, the times and schedule may vary on the day Itinerary from Northern Tenerife: - 8:40am – pick-up from your hotel- 9:20am – stop at Lomo Molino- 10:25am – visit Masca hamlet- 12:05pm – stop at the restaurant for lunch- 1:55pm – drive up to El Teide and stop in Narices del Teide- 2:20pm – stop at Roques Garcia- 3:05pm – stop at Minas de San Jose- 3:50pm – stop at Mirador Montaña Bermeja- 4:40pm – drop-off at your hotelPlease note, the times and schedule may vary on the day

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.

Tenerife Adults-Only Catamaran Cruise

Spend three-hours at sea, sailing Tenerife's sun-kissed coast in complete luxury. This adults-only catamaran cruise is the definition of holiday relaxation. The crew will take care of all the details while you kick back with snacks and all-inclusive drinks. There'll be time to take a swim in the shadow of Mt Teide, or simply unwind on deck. It's pure bliss.The VIP treatment begins the moment you step aboard your swish vessel. Greeted with a welcome drink, you'll be delivered into the lap of luxury. With just 12 other guests on board, there's plenty of space to spread out a towel and soak up some sun as scenes of southern Tenerife roll by.When we've found the perfect spot to drop anchor, you'll be able to make a splash as you cool off in the sea, or relax on deck. With a bar serving beer, wine and soft drinks, plus a platter full of snacks, too, this experience is the ideal way to make long-lasting holiday memories.

Exclusive Freebird catamaran whale and dolphin cruise to La Caleta

The best way to spot the dolphins and whales that frolic in the waters surrounding Tenerife is on a cruise. And this three-hour trip by catamaran to La Caleta does just that, and even throws in a refreshing swim before you head back to the port.Cast off on this cruise around Costa Adeje, and you'll enjoy a different perspective on the dramatic terrain of the island. While sunning yourself and feeling a cool breeze wash over you, your captain will sail into waters known for hosting pods of dolphins and whales. With luck, you'll get to spot these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.Over three hours, you'll make waves around La Caleta, keeping your eyes peeled for signs of activity. What's more, you'll learn all about their habits, migration and food, and have time to contemplate their majestic beauty before enjoying a swim of your own. Then it'll be time to head back to Porto Colon while soaking up the sun.

Adults only Tenerife Freebird whale and dolphin catamaran

The calm coastal waters around Tenerife are home to an incredible array of marine life. On this exclusive adults-only cruise, you'll have a chance to spot pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins as they leap and frolic in their natural North Atlantic habitat.Take in Tenerife's dramatic coastal terrain, all while sunning yourself and feeling the cool breeze as you lounge on deck – for your comfort, the boat is a quarter under capacity. Your captain will sail into waters known for hosting pods of dolphins and whales. With luck, you'll get to spot these magnificent creatures. You'll even have time to take a swim. And to top it all off, you'll be pampered by the crew. There'll be complimentary drinks at the shaded bar, and you'll lunch on board. It's a great morning or afternoon searching for some of Mother Nature's most interesting creatures while chilling out on board.

VIP guided tour of La Gomera with Garajonay Park and lunch

Seen from the sea, La Gomera's jagged peaks and lush green landscapes tell you something special lies ahead. And this island just west of Tenerife really is something out of this world. You'll discover remote villages, explore the Jurassic-like Garajonay National Park and visit the capital, San Sebastián.

La Gomera tour with Garajonay Forest and San Sebastian

La Gomera boasts unspoilt landscapes and a distinct culture all of its own. On this tour, you'll visit this Jurassic-like island and discover Garajonay National Park, a string of villages and the charming capital, San Sebastian. Arianne, one of our guides, says of the island, ‘La Gomera is a totally different world – it's a return to the past, to the origin of the Canary Islands.'The star of the show is without doubt Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's a mishmash of deep ravines and gorges filled with ancient, misty laurel forests and rare plant life. On a visit to its interpretative centre, you'll find out about its botany and history. You'll also get to know hamlets such as oasis-like Chejelipes, which is on the banks of a reservoir, and the northern villages of Hermigua and Aguilo.And you'll get you to learn about local culture, too. There's a demonstration of the unique-to-the-island ‘whistling language' known as 'silbo gomero'. To round off the experience, there's free time to explore San Sebastian. Here, you can follow in the footsteps of Columbus before he began his first voyage of discovery. More than a visit to another island, a trip to La Gomera is a journey to another era.

Tenerife Tour with Teide National Park and lunch

Tenerife's mix of volcanic landscapes and charming colonial towns makes for epic sightseeing. And you'll discover the best of these in just one day on this VIP experience. See the famous Roques de Garcia, visit Puerto de la Cruz and enjoy lunch in a restaurant famed as much for its views as for its traditional Canarian fare. Arianne, one of our guides, says, "I love this tour because it combines everything that the island offers – botany, volcanology, sociology and the local way of life."Your adventure begins the moment you board your VIP bus in the morning and set off towards Teide National Park. Along the way, there's a coffee stop at Vilaflor – the island's highest village – which has a compact old quarter of colonial buildings. At the national park, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you'll have free time to explore the Roques de Garcia. These jagged volcanic rocks make the ideal backdrop for some selfies. Then, as you head north out of the park, the lunar-like landscapes give way to luxuriant eucalyptus forests.Our next stop is a popular restaurant, which boasts views of Teide and the coastline. Tuck into a typical lunch made from locally sourced seasonal products. In the afternoon, we'll head into Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy a stroll along its volcanic seafront and through its palm-studded plazas and exotic gardens. On the return leg, we'll stop at a famous viewpoint, which looks down on the wave-washed coastal village of Garachico.