Teide National Park Tour

Discover Tenerife’s most breathtaking landscapes in one unforgettable day. From volcanic craters to historic villages and iconic natural landmarks, this tour brings the island’s highlights to life.

Description

Experience one of the most spectacular landscapes in Europe on this half-day excursion to the legendary Teide National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the highest peak in Spain, Mount Teide. This tour takes you from the sunny coastal resorts of Tenerife into a completely different world: a dramatic volcanic environment shaped by ancient eruptions, lava rivers, and surreal rock formations.

As you ascend through the island, you’ll pass from bustling seaside towns into cooler high-altitude zones filled with Canary pine forests and traditional villages such as Vilaflor, one of the highest villages in Spain. The scenery changes rapidly, offering incredible photo opportunities at every turn as the landscape becomes more rugged and lunar-like.

 

Once inside Teide National Park, the views become truly unforgettable. Vast calderas, hardened lava fields, and towering volcanic structures dominate the horizon. You’ll make several guided stops so you can fully take in the dramatic surroundings, learn about the island’s volcanic origins, and enjoy panoramic viewpoints over the island and neighbouring Canary Islands on clear days.

One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to Los Roques de García, an iconic rock formation located at the foot of Mount Teide. Standing at 3,718 metres above sea level, Mount Teide is not only Spain’s highest peak but also one of the most impressive volcanoes in the world. This area is often described as feeling like another planet due to its unique geology and colours.

After exploring the central viewpoints, the journey continues with a relaxing drive back down through the national park, giving you more chances to admire the ever-changing volcanic scenery before returning to your resort.

Why Choose Tenerife First Excursions for booking this specific tour?

  • Our expert guides provide extensive local knowledge, helping you explore the finest spots in Tenerife with insider tips and fascinating stories.
  • We maintain comfortable, well-equipped transport and a stellar reputation for service, so you can trust us for a memorable day.
  • From booking to your return, we handle all details so you can relax and fully immerse yourself in the adventure.

Key Points

  • Duration: Approx.  4-5 hours
  • Availability: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays
  • Departure & Transfer: Pick-up is from the south of Tenerife. After booking, we’ll send you the exact pick-up location and time based on your hotel. If you want this information before booking, you can contact us via live chat or WhatsApp.
  • Accessibility: Not recommended for wheelchair users
  • Tour Focus: Volcanic landscapes, UNESCO World Heritage National Park, photography stops, natural landmarks
  • What to bring: Warm layers are highly recommended (temperature drops at altitude), comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and a camera
  • Option to add the Cable Car. Message us on Live Chat or WhatsApp after booking

 

PRICES

  • Adults (over 12): 39.00€
  • Children (2 – 11): 27.00€
  • Infants (under 2): 0€ (Not recommended for this tour)
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  • Marcobambino Avatar
    Marcobambino
    5 star rating
    4/20/2023
    Great Family Experience Booked as a family of adult and kids for parasailing at Puerto Colon through Matty at Tenerife First Excursion. Very easy to book and very friendly and quick to reply to any questions we had in regards to the trip. Great prices, Great hour out on the sea. Seen dolphins. Kids and adults alike loved the experience. Would highly recommend booking with them. Will deffo do more next time we are back.
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    Caitlin Campbell Avatar
    Caitlin Campbell
    7/16/2019
    A great booking experience. Easy booking process for Siam and Loro Park with a better deal on the boat trips than any other shop I had visited. Tenerife First Excursions made booking trips extremely easy and the most reasonably priced in the area.

    If you are wanting any general information or trips then give these guys a visit, they really know what they are doing! Thanks 😁
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    Blackwater_13 Avatar
    Blackwater_13
    4 star rating
    3/26/2025
    Trip that delivered Small number trip Nice comfy boat Saw dolphins, pilot whales, orcas, Portuguese man of war All next to the boat Quiet bay for lunch and swim Lunch not gastronomy- but didn’t expect that either Loads to drink if you want that Crew great Can recommend
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    Tina R Avatar
    Tina R
    4 star rating
    6/04/2023
    Liked it! Nice trip. Small beautiful sail boat. Comfy small group with just 6 peoples. Friendly captain. Seen some isalnd wales. We enjoyed it!
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    beduino1971juanito
    4 star rating
    10/12/2021
    Agradable experiencia. Buena experiencia. Tres horas de buen rollo y rato muy agradable. Gui agrada durante la ruta y explica muchas cosas, la mayoría interesantes. El único pero, vimos pocos animales y ,aunque la idea de nuestro guía fue que no era lo principal de la excursión, nos apetecía un montón. Lo mejor, al ser un barco pequeño, que solo podíamos ir cinco personas y fue una ruta que se convirtió en privada y fue un verdadero gustazo.
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    Michael C Avatar
    Michael C
    5 star rating
    8/12/2024
    “We’ve absolutely loved it” We booked around 4 excursions through Tenerife first. They was super quick at replying via their WhatsApp and every single excursion went off without a hitch. All times, locations, QR Codes, Bus rides it was all sorted through Tenerife first. The process has been very straight forward and hassle free and when you’re on holiday that’s exactly what you want. We also did a Stargazing small group excursion which was lead by Ben Simington. We done all the main attractions in Tenerife and can honestly say this was the highlight of our Holiday. Ben ensured we was catered for with dietary requirements and his knowledge on astronomy and Tenerife in general is second to none, a fantastic evening/night we even got to see Saturn with its Ring! We also done a dolphin and whale boat trip with Danny, again very informative on the ocean and was a brilliant skipper. We wholeheartedly recommend both Tenerife First, Ben and Danny to anyone who heads to Tenerife and we will for sure be using again in the future! Thank you Tenerife First for adding to our holiday experience! “we’ve absolutely loved it!” ♥️
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    baconbrandon983 Avatar
    baconbrandon983
    5 star rating
    9/12/2024
    Lindsey is great Lindsey made hiring a mustang for the day extremely easy. It gives you peace of mind organising through Tenerife first excursions as you know you can trust them and that’s important when dealing with deposits in a foreign country. Had the best day hiring the mustang. Lindsey is extremely knowledgable and helpful!
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    Curious23277195774
    5 star rating
    8/10/2024
    Mi experiencia Una experiencia increíble, fuimos en el barco con los amigos, gracias Andreea por encontrarme ese barco limpio y con un capitán increíble, muchas gracias, un saludo
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