Tenerife · 3 guided hikes · Volcanoes and laurel forest
Hiking
in Tenerife
Walk the island with people who grew up on it
Tenerife is more than beaches and Mount Teide. It's young lava, ancient laurel forest and villages you can only reach on foot.
Our guided hikes in Tenerife cover three very different landscapes: the laurel forest of Anaga Rural Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve; the lava flows of Chinyero, the last volcano to erupt on the island; and the Monte del Agua forest in Teno Rural Park.
No previous experience is needed. We are Canarian guides, born and raised in Tenerife: we tell you about the history, geology and plants of each place as you walk, in small groups. If you want a short, easy walk, start with the Forest of Enigmas or Chinyero.
Our hiking routes
Three circular routes in the north and west of the island. Sort them by difficulty, price or duration.
| Hike | Landscape | Area | Duration | Distance | Difficulty | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Forest of Enigmas
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Laurel forest | Anaga Rural Park, northeast | 3 h | 5.5 km · +190 m | Easy · family | From €52.50 |
Chinyero Volcano
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Volcanic | Chinyero Nature Reserve, northwest | 3-4 h | 6.6 km · +170 m | Easy | From €52.50 |
Erjos – Monte del Agua
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Laurel forest | Teno Rural Park, northwest | 4-5 h | 11 km · +400 m | Easy · moderate | From €60 |
Prices per person when booking on our website (25% off the standard price). Every hike includes a qualified guide, accident, rescue and liability insurance, and a photo report. Free cancellation up to 24 h before.
Which hike should I choose?
Coming with family, or it's your first hike
The Forest of Enigmas is the shortest and easiest: 5.5 km through the laurel forest of Anaga, declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2015. Recommended from age 10.
You want to see volcanic Tenerife
On the Chinyero Volcano hike you walk among Canary pines and over solidified lava flows, with Mount Teide and Pico Viejo in the background. It was the last volcano to erupt on the island.
You enjoy walking and want something longer
Erjos – Monte del Agua is 11 km with 400 m of elevation gain: the Erjos ponds, views of Mount Teide and a long section inside one of the most important laurel forests in the Canary Islands. Recommended from age 12.
Why hike with a local guide
Our guides are qualified Técnicos Deportivos (Spanish state-certified sports guides) who have walked these mountains all their lives. They explain what you're looking at — the lava, the Canary pine, the cloud forest — look after the group and the environment, and send you the photos afterwards. To get ready, read our guides to the best hiking routes in Tenerife, group hiking rules and hiking trail signs.
Looking for more adrenaline? See our canyoning tours in Tenerife.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need previous hiking experience?
No. None of our hikes requires previous experience, although a good level of fitness is recommended.
The Forest of Enigmas (5.5 km, +190 m) and Chinyero Volcano (6.6 km, +170 m) are easy. Erjos – Monte del Agua (11 km, +400 m) is easy to moderate and takes 4 to 5 hours.
What is the minimum age?
The Forest of Enigmas and Chinyero Volcano are not recommended for children under 10, and Erjos – Monte del Agua for children under 12. None of the hikes is recommended during pregnancy.
How much does it cost and how do I pay?
Booking on our website gives you 25% off, and Canary Islands residents get 35% off:
- Forest of Enigmas and Chinyero Volcano: €70 standard price, €52.50 online, €45.50 for Canary Islands residents.
- Erjos – Monte del Agua: €80 standard price, €60 online, €52 for Canary Islands residents.
You can pay by card from each hike's page, or by Bizum to +34 633 658 015 after letting us know through the contact form.
What is included in the price?
- Qualified guide (Técnico Deportivo).
- Accident, rescue and liability insurance.
- Group first-aid kit.
- Permits.
- Photo report.
What should I bring?
Hiking boots or trainers with a good grip, water (at least 1.5 litres per person), some food (energy bars, fruit, nuts or a sandwich), comfortable outdoor clothes for the weather (a light warm layer, cap and rain jacket), a backpack and any personal medication you need.
For safety reasons we can't accept pets.
Where do we meet and how do I get there?
- Forest of Enigmas: Cruz del Carmen, at 9:00.
- Chinyero Volcano: Mirador de Los Poleos, at 9:30.
- Erjos – Monte del Agua: Plaza de Erjos, at 9:30.
We don't provide transport to the meeting point, so you need your own or a rental car. All three hikes are circular: you finish where you parked.
Can I cancel or change the date? What if the weather is bad?
With more than 24 hours' notice, changes and cancellations are free and you get a 100% refund within 3 to 15 days. You can change the date up to twice within two months of booking.
If the weather is bad, we call you as early as possible so you don't travel for nothing, and you choose between a new date or a full refund.