Circuit hike through the mystical Anaga mountain range
Duration: Approximately 4 hours with breaks
Difficulty: Medium: the elevation gain is +/-350 m, which requires a good basic level of fitness.
Your experiences on the tour:
Discover what makes the Anaga Mountains so unique in the world – a mountain range that is 7–9 million years old and has formed amazing landforms.
Immerse yourself in the laurel forest, whose moss-covered trees, ferns, and wisps of fog create an almost fairy-tale atmosphere.
Experience breathtaking views of deep valleys and steep canyons.
Along the way, you will learn a lot about Tenerife's volcanic origins and the culture and history of the indigenous Guanche people.
Meeting point:
Perfect for arrival by public bus.
We start in Las Mercedes at “Plaza de las Mercedes” – the starting point of our return tour through the evergreen fairytale forest.
Equipment recommendations
- Hiking shoes – ensure a secure grip on rocky, slippery paths
- At least 1L of water – For the physically demanding, mountainous route
- Wind and rain protection – The mountains are often shrouded in fog or rain due to trade wind clouds
- Warm clothing – It can be significantly cooler at the highest point at about 1,000 m
- Hiking poles – optional but helpful – can be rented from the guide
This tour offers you an intense natural and cultural experience: ancient forests, mystical legends, spectacular views – and last but not least: the feeling of immersing yourself in a living piece of Earth's history.
I look forward to exploring this fascinating landscape with you!
Please bring weatherproof clothing, especially warm clothing and rain protection, as the climate in the Anaga Mountains can often be cool and humid. In addition, we recommend bringing enough water to be well supplied during the hike.
The tour generally takes place as planned – except in cases of force majeure, official closures by the island government, or cancellation by the guide. The guide also reserves the right to flexibly adapt the route or the itinerary of the hike to the weather conditions and the physical condition of the participants in order to ensure the safety and well-being of all.
If the hike is cancelled by the guide, the customer will receive a full refund of the amount.
Please note: In the event of a no-show without a valid reason, a refund is only possible in exceptional cases.
By completing the booking, you confirm that you have read and agree to the above conditions.