Hiking through Enchanted Forest above Masca: Half-day Adventure in Tenerife's Natural Wonders
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41 Ratings
Santiago del Teide
Embark on an unforgettable half-day adventure through Tenerife's Enchanted Forest above Masca. Discover panoramic vistas, ancient forests, and enchanting encounters that will leave you breathless.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Av. de La Iglesia, 66 - This diverse hiking trail offers stunning views of Teide, the highest mountain in Spain, as well as the deep gorges above Masca. The trail begins in a pine forest, then leads to a panoramic viewpoint where you can see both sides of the island. From there, the trail descends into ancient laurel forests overgrown with mosses and ferns. This enchanted forest is very similar to the Anaga forest, but much closer to the south of the island.

This hike is a must-do for any nature lover visiting Tenerife. It is an easy/moderate hike, a loop, suitable for everyone, 6.6 km long, 240m ascend, 240m descent, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear. The hike takes about 4 hours to complete.

Here are some highlights of the hike:

Panoramic views of Teide and the deep gorges above Masca
Ancient laurel forests overgrown with mosses and ferns
Enchanted forest similar to the Anaga forest
If you are looking for a unique and unforgettable hiking experience, book this tour today!

What's Included
  • Hiking sticks provided for support.
  • Complimentary snacks to fuel your journey.
What's Not Included
  • Sport closed shoes or hiking boots
  • Bottled water
  • Pickup from: Coastal area from San Juan to Los Cristianos - 25€ one way
Additional Information

Unleash your adventurous spirit and embark on an unforgettable journey through Tenerife’s captivating landscapes. Discover panoramic vistas, ancient forests, and enchanting encounters that will leave you breathless.

Our journey begins in a fragrant pine forest, leading us to a panoramic viewpoint showcasing Tenerife’s dual nature. Marvel at the majestic Teide and the dramatic Masca gorges.
After indulging in a scenic picnic on the top of the cliff, we’ll delve into the heart of an ancient laurel forest, where time seems to stand still. Mosses and ferns carpet the forest floor, creating an otherworldly atmosphere very similar to the mystical Anaga. As we navigate through this verdant wonderland, mist and clouds will envelop us, adding an air of enchantment to our adventure.

This is a journey that will captivate your senses and leave you yearning for more. Book your place now and join us on this unforgettable exploration of Tenerife’s natural wonders!

Location
Av. de La Iglesia, 66
Avenida de La Iglesia
Catholic Church - Parroquia de San Fernando Rey Street La Inglesia, 66, 38690 Santiago del Teide
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Pwill64
May 19, 2024
Alex is passionate about Tenerife - Been to Tenerife 18 times but apart from a daily run we never leave the resort. This time we booked this guided walk & we very glad we did. Alex was our guide, he picked us up from our hotel. Communication via WhatsApp was excellent. Alex was very informative & passionate about the bio diversity of Tenerife. It was a great experience & id highly recommend it.
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Georgegache
May 15, 2024
Amazing experience with a great guide! - The hike was easy but beautiful and diverse. Elena was a great guide, with lots of stories, insights, sandwiches and sweets 😁. Also, she made some great pictures for us. Don’t think twice! 😉
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H6451cjthomasl
May 13, 2024
Great experience! - A really great experience! The hike was amazing and the scenery breathtaking. We were a small group of 4 with a similar walking pace. Alex is a passionate, very friendly person who shared stories about Tenerife, about the plants and trees and gave us recommendations for the rest of our stay. I absolutely recommend and will gladly hike with Alex or Elena again.
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Alexpf8403pi
May 11, 2024
Great relaxing trek with one of the most interesting forests I’ve seen - We were initially skeptical about this trip because we thought that we have a lot of forests in our country(Romania) and there is so much to do in Tenerife anyway. But this forest really is something else. The changing of climates simply by passing a ridge was astonishing and the moss on every tree really gave the forest an eerie, sort of enchanted feel to it. Our host Elena was very knowledgeable, fun and passionate and made us feel great!
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508giannisf
May 6, 2024
Definitely recommended high quality experience! - An overall amazing experience! Our guide was very thoughtful and allowed us to decide the pace of our hike. He was well-informed and pleasant, which, along with the breathtaking scenery, made this a truly unforgettable day to remember.
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Derek_g
Apr 10, 2024
Spectacular and rewarding hike - Fantastic views and enchanting scenery - excellent hike guide and very knowledgeable and experienced. Enjoyed it totally, learned a lot and found the hike quite comfortable.
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Dezzer66
Apr 9, 2024
Superb hike around Masca area - Alex was a superb guide and we thoroughly enjoyed his commentary and knowledge. The walk was not difficult, although challenging here and there. The views were stunning and the range of Vegetation surprising. We would definitely do another hike with Alex and would highly recommend him for Tenerife hikes. Thanks Alex and see you next year!!!
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Maryna_b
Apr 1, 2024
Wonderful experience - Alex was a wonderful guide! With humor and interesting insights about the island he took us on this tour and was attentive and helpful all the time. I will for sure recommend this tour to everybody interested in nature, good company and guidance.
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Shellie_m
Mar 22, 2024
Completely enchanted! - Had a truly wonderful morning with Elena our guide. It was a small group of six lovely people. Elena was so knowledgeable and brought the whole experience to life. Can’t wait to come back and book the next one.
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Susan_r
Apr 3, 2024
Transportation costs and additional 50% for this tour - I didn’t actually go in this tour. I booked and confirmed my pickup at my hotel and only after I booked a non refundable tour did I get told the cost of pickup was additional. - and an additional 50%!!! This fraudulent and I will be disputing with my credit card company
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