This excursion offers you the opportunity to visit the most essential places of the north of Tenerife in a way you never imagined. We will visit the charming villages and learn about their traditions and gastronomy, including landmarks of impressive nature such as Punta de Teno or the hamlet of masca, through which we will descend. Whale watching, hiking, wine tasting, stories and legends ... Is there a more complete excursion? Keep reading!
Our starting point is the exceptional Puerto de la Cruz, whose proximity to the sea and good weather will provide all the energy you need to start the day. This city is considered the "jewel of the Atlantic" for its historical value, having been a pioneer in the development of tourism and international trade since the sixteenth century.
We left early in the morning, because we have a whole day ahead of us and we have to make the most of it. Our first destination requires that we go to the mountains. Climbing the northern summits we enter the municipality of Los Realejos, whose highest part offers one of the best views of the north of the island. For our delight we stop at the viewpoint of El Lance. You will feel like Mencey Bentor, who from a privileged position contemplates his kingdom forever. Thanks to its height, the site is perfect for those who dare to paraglide. Surely, we will witness the excitement of the initial leap of these brave men.
After this break, we continue to the municipality of Icod de los Vinos. The road becomes very pleasant as it circulates along unoccupied rural roads, sheltered by the autochthonous nature and the picturesque agricultural landscapes.
Once you enter the town, from any point and just looking up, you will enjoy one of the best views of Mount Teide. We stop in the village to enjoy its charms, enlivened by the Malvasia tasting, the most exclusive wine on the island. In this tasting, we also try delicious local cheeses accompanied by the most traditional honey. Imagine this experience in an incomparable rural setting, it is a real gift for the senses!
Finally, we can not continue the trip without introducing ourselves to the Drago, an impressive thousand-year-old tree. His legend among the locals makes him come alive as a protective symbol, a magical impassive warrior who bleeds red sap
After a well-deserved rest, we descend to the so-called “Isla Baja” to visit Garachico. This small fishing town combines its seafaring charm of yesteryear with the innovation of the new times. Its people have witnessed one of the most popular eruptions of the islands, as it devastated the main port of Tenerife, leaving a deep mark on Canarian society. The vestiges of this phenomenon we will observe them in their totality approaching the viewpoint of the Emigrant.
Then, we will follow the main road towards Buenavista del Norte. It is a quiet town that gathers in its architecture elements of its first settlers, mostly of Andalusian origin, while maintaining its Canarian identity. With the objective of exploring the most natural side of the area, we enter the Teno Rural Park, where we discover a rich and varied protected native flora and fauna. Looking out over the Atlantic, we see the island of La Gomera. The fresh sea breeze will give you a moment of disconnection that you will remember back home. Before leaving this rural park we will visit the unique lighthouse of Teno, where you can explore its surroundings and the beautiful views of the westernmost point of the island.
Next, we advance to Masca hamlet, a unique village in the Teno massif with impressive ravines and cliffs that were once used to hide pirates. Today, it is a place frequented by hikers who do not hesitate to venture towards the coast along the route of the ravines. And now your turn has arrived! This three and a half hour trail is suitable for all ages, with the help of trekking poles anyone can do it. However, we must take into account the steepness of the terrain: you will have to avoid large rocks, but do not worry because you can take all the time you need. The tour is very fun and enjoyable, because while you go down you will find authentic movie sets, you will wonder how the steep ravine harbors so much life, that at the beginning of the trail it goes unnoticed. In addition, the sun will accompany you at all times, the lights and shadows will contribute to the perfect photo that we recommend you not forget to take. In this way, at the end of the six kilometers of road you will find the pleasant surprise of a wild black sand beach where you can take a refreshing dip. At this point the magic of the Atlantic may had put a spell on you and make you don’t want to leave from this peaceful corner of the world, but the adventure does not end here: a water taxi awaits you at the jetty towards the port of Los Gigantes. Take your time to observe dolphins and whales, let the sea lull you, enjoy the last hours of sun at sea and recharge your batteries. On land, our most comfortable transportation awaits you to take you back to your accommodation. After a long day of emotions, you will appreciate the punctuality of the service and the exquisite treatment of our professionals. You will not regret choosing us!
