Tenerife Diving Baptism

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 local experts, says, ‘A guide 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.

Nat Geo Day Tour: Teno Alto, Tenerife's Last Shepherd Stronghold

Set off on an immersive tour through Teno Alto, a bastion of rural traditions within Teno Rural Park. Your local guide will unveil the settlement's evolution during a scenic 45-minute hike. Encounter ethnological elements from prehistoric to present times and experience the profound connection of Teno Alto's inhabitants to their land, sustained by agriculture and goat herding – the region's hallmark.At the trail's end, delve into the heart of local culture with an exclusive visit to a cheese farm, where you'll meet one of Teno's last shepherds. Discover the artistry behind award-winning cheeses and the tireless efforts of generations to preserve this ancient craft. Witness a "salto del pastor" exhibition – an esteemed folk sport showcasing remarkable agility and skill.End your adventure at Rebojo, a traditional restaurant in Garachico, where the third-generation owners elevate Canarian cuisine with modern flair. Indulge in a tasting menu meticulously crafted to reflect the flavors and landscapes of Teno Alto, using km0 produce that highlights the region's culinary richness. To complete the experience, complement your meal with carefully selected wines from the region.By joining this tour, you'll not only support sustainable tourism in a protected area but also contribute to the preservation of its cultural heritage. Interact with locals, gain insights into their way of life, and savor the essence of Teno Alto through its flavors and traditions.

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.

Finca Las Margaritas – Banana Experience

Bananas from the Canary Islands are prized all over Spain – and now you can visit a plantation here in Tenerife and taste the real thing. At Finca Las Margaritas in Arona, you'll learn all about their cultivation, the different varieties and get to try derived products, too. The kids will love it.

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.

Jungle Park Entry Ticket

Jungle Park is the perfect family experience just 15 minutes from Los Cristianos and Las Americas. Hundreds of animals from around the world call this place home. From big cats and crocs to meerkats, monkeys and penguins, there's plenty to see. What's more, there are daily live shows. With performances from tropical birds, eagles and sea lions, the entertainment is both fun and fascinating.

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.

2 Parks Ticket - Jungle Park and Aqualand

Double up on the fun of family days out at two of Tenerife's top attractions. Make a splash on the colourful slides, chutes and flumes in Aqualand waterpark, where you can also catch a dolphin show. Then see leopards, lemurs, penguins and more on a wild day out at Jungle Park complete with shows and feeding times to watch. It's a value-for-money combo ticket.

Spa Circuit Aqua Club Thermal

Holidays are all about relaxing, so what better way to unwind than a complete spa circuit experience. Rejuvenate mind and body in Aqua Club Termal with access to its range of sensation showers, steam rooms and saunas, each with their own therapeutic health benefits.In two-and-a-half hours of well-earned downtime, you'll work your way through no less than 10 stations of hydrotherapy jets, massage pools, saunas and steam rooms. Float down the hydro-river or refresh yourself in the thermal zone where contrasts between hot and cold reinvigorate.Submerge yourself in steamy waters, refresh in plunge pools, take a Turkish bath and let your stress melt away in the flotarium – it's pure relaxation from start to finish. And if you really want to spoil yourself, you can add a range of therapies, treatments and massages to your day for ultimate holiday bliss.

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.