Walk 1- etc.
Our regular routes. National Park 1-4. Teno mountains 5-8. Anaga mountains 9-12. Orotava valley 13-16.
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Ascent |
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Descent |
FORTALEZA. A delightful, easy-undulating walk to the impressive Fortaleza rock, with astounding viewsof the north coast. We then take aa gradual ascent to the west ridge to gaze across the whole of the Orotava valley and the Anagas and visit to the Visitors centre/Rock garden before a well-earned coffee-stop.4.5 hrs. NEW!
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255 m |
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175 m |
MONTANA BLANCA. A high-level but easy ascent to reach the Teide “eggs” also reveals some splendid views of the north coast and the Fortaleza rock. We descend gradually with a panorama walk to a Teide Park hamlet and cafe. 4 hrs.
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350 m |
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425 m |
GUAJARA - VILAFLOR. From the Parador we walk below the north face of Guajara and the wonderfully-coloured Azulajos rocks before climbing steadily up to the southern ridge to view the south coast of Tenerife, far below, before continuing steadily down to the lovely village of Vilaflor. 5 hrs.NEW!
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430 m |
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550 m |
WALK UNDER THE STARS. The most fantastical experience-walking on the “Lunar Landscape” of the National Park into the sunset. The stars and planets blaze down-we gaze up in awe. 3.5 hrs.
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90 m |
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130 m |
TENO ALTA. We ascend the Baracan ridge, with superb views of the El Palmar valley and the north coast, before circling the high-level plateau, past goat farms and abandonded terraces to reach the hamlet of Teno Alta. 4 hrs.
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360 m |
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140 m |
EL PALMAR-MASCA. A new walk to Masca beginning with a traverse of the valley of the wheat before a gentle ascent along the ridge then down to the jewel-like village of Masca. 4 hrs.
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360 m |
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360 m |
THE TWO VOLCANO ROUTE. From the base of the Chinyero monument(1909 eruption) we cross the lava stream, with wonderful views of La Gomera and the North-west coast before reaching the canal that supplies the South with water. We then follow the canal before crossing over the huge lava stream of the Garrachico volcano(1704). Splendid views of the north coast.4 hrs.
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265 m |
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350 m |
FINCA GUERRA. A stupendous ridge walk above the Masca gorge with fantastic views both of Masca and the Teno mountains and coastline. Some very short vertiginous stretches, but grandad's arm is available. Fruit drink and cake in Masca.4hrs. NEW!
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350 m |
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350 m |
TABORNO RONDO. From the prettiest village in the Anagas, we walk to Taborno, perched on the visually-stunning ridge of Taborno. We then walk a circular route above the Afur valley with outstanding views along the north coast.4hrs. NEW!
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420 m |
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350 m |
CHAMORGA TRIANGLE. We begin with a steady climb from the most-northerly village of Chamorga, onto a ridge that gives commanding views of the coast and lighthouse. We then continue westwards along the ridge with lovely views of the north coastal villages before descending easily to Chamorga. 4hrs. NEW!
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250 m |
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250 m |
BEJIA BOOMERANG. From Pedro Alvarez we make a visit to this amazing double traverse of the Bejia valley. Fine view of the coast with a reduced descent to ease ze knees 4.hrs. NEW!
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285 m |
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480 m |
12. CHINEMADA-EL BATAN.From the lofty “village of the caves” with spectacular views of the coast, we walk a mainly-contoured route, past Guanche caves and terraces plots. A steady descent to an ancient linen-producing village leads to a splendid view down the ravine. 4 hrs.
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255 m |
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380 m |
13. JARDINA RONDO. A splendid circular walk on the south side of the Anagas. We explore some Guanche caves and then view Gran Canaria and Santa Cruz harbour to the south and the Mercedes valley to the North. 4hrs.
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260 m |
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310 m |
LA CORONA-MAZEPE. A modified walk from the western ridge of the Orotava, through terraced farm land and marvelous views all along the north coast. We cross the Barranco Ruiz and take coffee on the cliffs above San Ramblas. 4 hrs.
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180 m |
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450 m |
15.THE ORGANOS RONDO. This is the classic , high-level traverse above the “organ pipes”, which crosse the Candalaria trail, with super views down the Orotava from 5,000ft. A steady descent follows to Miguel’s for refreshment.5.5hrs.
A easier option, below the organ pipes is available, with a visit to a galleria and La Caldera to feed the blue chaffinches.
4 hrs.
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370 m |
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550 m |
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60 m |
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250 m |
16. BARRANCO RUIZ RONDO. Part coastal, part cliff-side walk with lovely views along the whole of the north coast.3.5 hrs.
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270 m |
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270 m |