Hiking in Teide: Roques de García
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Meeting point
- Car park of the Teide Parador, in Las CañadasView on map
- Languages
- Spanish, English and German
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Age
- From 8 years
Description
The Roques de García trail crosses a landscape that looks like another planet: lava formations, the Llano de Ucanca and Mount Teide always in the background. It is a circular route of about 3.5 kilometres, suitable for almost everyone.
Our guide, a naturalist from the island, tells how the volcano was formed, which plants survive above 2,000 metres and how the Guanche shepherds lived. We stop for photos and to breathe the mountain air.
We go in groups of 12 people at most and start early to avoid the heat and the crowds.
Highlights
- The Roques de García with Teide in front
- Naturalist guide from the island
- Groups of 12 at most
- Early start, no heat or crowds
Included
Included
- Accredited local guide
- Water and fruit
- Activity insurance
Not included
- Cable car ticket
- Food
Bring: hiking boots, layers of clothing: from 5 to 25 degrees in one day, A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Itinerary
- 08:30
Meeting at the Teide Parador
- 09:00
Walk up to the Roques viewpoint
Explanation of how the volcano formed.
- 10:00
Llano de Ucanca and photos
- 11:30
Back at the Parador
Meeting point
Car park of the Teide Parador, in Las Cañadas
28°13′N 16°38′W
Before you go
Accessibility
- Pets: No
- Strollers: No
- Reduced mobility: No
Not recommended for
- People with serious heart or breathing problems
- Women in their sixth month of pregnancy or later
Important information
You are above 2,000 metres: drink plenty of water and tell the guide if you feel dizzy. Leaving the trail and collecting stones or plants is not allowed.
If your plans change
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure.
If the operator cancels, the amount paid is refunded. All conditions
Frequently asked questions
What if the weather is bad?
If the park closes the trails because of wind or snow, we change your date or refund you in full.
What fitness level is needed?
Basic level: 3.5 kilometres with little climbing. We walk slowly, with stops.
Do I need a permit for the park?
No. This trail is open access and we take care of everything else.
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