- Mount Teide National Park is like Mars—take the cable car up for incredible views.
- Siam Park is voted the best water park in the world—huge slides and a wave pool.
- San Cristobal de La Laguna is a UNESCO colonial town—colorful and historic.
- Los Gigantes cliffs are massive rock walls rising from the sea—see them by boat.
- Carnival of Santa Cruz (February) is second only to Rio in size and color.
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When to go: All year
It's warm all year. Winter is popular for escaping the cold. Summer is beach weather.
Carnival is in February.
- Best: All year.
- Carnival: Feb.
- Winter: 20°C+.
Getting there: Bus or Car
Tenerife South (TFS) is for resorts. Tenerife North (TFN) is for locals/mainland.
Buses (Titsa) are green and good. Car rental is best to explore.
- TFS: Tourists.
- TFN: North.
- Car: Recommended.
Where to stay: South or North
South (Costa Adeje/Americas) is sunny, resort-heavy, and touristy.
North (Puerto de la Cruz) is greener, more local, but cloudier.
- South: Sun/Resorts.
- North: Green/Local.
- Santa Cruz: City.
What to see: Teide and Loro
Teide National Park. Loro Parque (zoo). Siam Park (water park).
Masca village (hidden in mountains). Anaga Rural Park (laurel forest).
- Teide: Volcano.
- Siam Park: Water fun.
- Masca: Scenic.
- Anaga: Hiking.
Food: Papas Arrugadas
Papas Arrugadas (wrinkled potatoes) with Mojo sauce (red/green) are mandatory.
Gofio is a local flour. Fresh fish is everywhere. Guachinches are local rustic eateries.
- Potatoes: Wrinkled.
- Mojo: Spicy sauce.
- Guachinche: Local food.
- Barraquito: Coffee.
Getting around: Car
Rent a car to see the volcano and villages. Buses are okay but slower.
Roads are good but winding in mountains.
- Car: Essential.
- Bus: Titsa.
- Tram: In Santa Cruz.
Budget: Moderate
Cheaper than mainland Europe. Alcohol and gas are low tax.
Attractions (parks) are pricey.
- Food: Good value.
- Gas: Cheap.
- Parks: Expensive.
3 Days in Tenerife
Day 1: Teide National Park. Cable car. Roques de Garcia.
Day 2: North. La Laguna. Anaga Forest. Teresitas Beach.
Day 3: South. Whale watching boat. Siam Park or relax on the beach.
- Day 1: Volcano.
- Day 2: Green North.
- Day 3: Sun & Fun.
FAQ
Is it just for Brits?
The south resorts are. The north and interior are very Spanish/Canarian.
Black sand?
Yes, volcanic sand. It gets very hot! Wear sandals.
Is Teide active?
Dormant. It hasn't erupted since 1909. It's safe.