Things to do in Tenerife

North West Tenerife Hidden Secrets Guided Tour with Transport

It's one pretty village after another on this exclusive tour in the rugged northwest of Tenerife. We'll drop in at a roll call of the island's must-visits. Christian, one of our expert guides, says, ‘A biologist shows you around the park in Icod de los Vinos and gives you the lowdown on its fascinating dragon tree, which is 20 metres tall.' Santiago del Teide, local speciality tasting and a trip to Teno Rural Park are also part of the line-up.First up is a pit stop in Santiago del Teide, a highland village of whitewashed homes. Then, in Icod de Los Vinos, you'll see up-close its centuries-old dragon tree. You'll also have free time to have a gander around the town. Garachico is next. Devastated by a 1706 volcanic eruption and rebuilt on its lava, it's been dubbed the ‘prettiest and unluckiest' place on the island. Its natural lava pools, guarded by a volcanic rock castle, draw bathers from all over the island.When it's time to take a break, there's a tasty local lunch, served in a family-run restaurant in a traditional finca. The afternoon sees you exploring the craggy peaks of Teno Rural Park. It's famed for its biodiversity but also serves as the larder for most of Tenerife's top-quality natural produce. You'll even get to try some locally made marmalades and jams, all produced with a minimum carbon footprint. Finally, round off the day in the ‘lost hamlet' of Masca. Precariously perched on a ridge overlooking a valley, it's one of Tenerife's most eye-catching spots.

Millenial Dragon Tree Park Tenerife

This is your chance to set eyes on a living national monument – the drago milenario, or millennial dragon tree. It's one of the oldest living species in the world, and you can take a closer look at the Millenial Dragon Tree Park, which comes complete with a sustainable garden to stroll around, picnic area and views over Teide all around.Believed to be over 800 years old, the drago milenario tree deserves all the attention it gets. Set in a park in the north of Tenerife, near Icod de los Vinos, you'll not be able to take your eyes off the main attraction – it reaches an incredible 18 metres into the sky.Once you've taken in the majesty of the drago milenario tree, you'll find a garden that represents all the differing endemic species of Tenerife, as well as background views of the Teide in the distance. Spanish, English and German video guides are available throughout the parl, then there's the winery and a cave with a reconstruction of an aboriginal Guanche burial to check out too.

Accessible Eco Experience Boat Trip

A wildlife-watching cruise along Tenerife's south coast is an experience nobody should miss out on. That's why Atlantic Eco Experience is a boat trip specially adapted for those with reduced mobility. You'll have around four-hours at sea spotting seabirds, dolphins and turtles with a marine biologist guide, plus snacks and drinks along the way.

Trekking Tour of the Anaga Mountains

Take a trek through one of Tenerife's most jaw-dropping beauty spots. On this 3-hour hiking tour, you'll venture into the Anaga Mountains – a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

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.

Casa del Platano Banana Experience

Find out why bananas from the Canary Islands are prized all over Spain. Visit a plantation here in Tenerife and taste the real thing. At Casa del Platano, you'll learn all about their cultivation, the different varieties and get to try derived products, too. The kids will love it.

Teide Masca Private Tour

Teide National Park's moon-like landscape scattered with volcanic relics and surreal rocks is a fascinating place to explore – and a private tour makes it even more special. On this full day trip, you'll discover the pretty villages of Vilaflor and Masca as well as countless panoramic viewpoints worthy of a photo.

Island Tour from the South

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3-hour whale and dolphin observation on an eco-catamaran

Admire and listen to the dolphins and whales swimming in the waters of Tenerife. Swim into the ocean and enjoy a meal on an eco-catamaran.

Tenerife Medieval Show with Transfer

If the thought of transporting yourself back to a distant past of knights errant, broadswords and fair maidens appeals, this evening of revelry and excitement is just the thing – it's fit for a king and the whole family.

La Gomera 4x4 Safari Tour from the South

From ancient laurel forests with bubbling streams to deep palm-filled valleys and black sand beaches, La Gomera is the unsung hero of the Canary Islands. You'll take the ferry over from Tenerife to explore its verdant national park and seek out some spectacular rock formations on this 4x4 full day tour.

Full Day Tenerife Tour with La Laguna and Lunch

Dusty and lunar-like in the south, green and mountainous in the north, Tenerife packs a continent into one island. Think quaint villages, stunning views and wine tasting on this full day experience. You'll visit the UNESCO-listed old town of La Laguna, drop into a bodega for lunch and explore two plantations. Arianne, one of our local expert guides, says, ‘This is a tour with a difference, offering the perfect combination between north and south, and culture and nature.'First up is a visit to an aloe vera plantation. Here, you'll learn about the healing qualities – especially skincare – of this crop. Then it's on to La Laguna, arguably the prettiest town on the island. Throw in its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it makes for a real gem of a stop. Wander its poker-straight streets of pastel-coloured palaces and colonial-era churches and convents, or stop for a coffee in one of the cool tree-lined plazas. Taste local products such as marmalade and cheese in the weekly market and admire the town's famous flower displays.It's then on to a family-run wine cellar for a typical Canarian lunch surrounded by vintage bottles and aged barrels. All ingredients are seasonal and locally sourced to reduce the environmental impact. And it goes without saying that some of the bodega's wines will be served with the food. Rounding off the day is a tour of a banana plantation. Sample the sweet and juicy local variety, which is highly regarded throughout Spain.