Teide

No matter when you go, Teide never ceases to amaze. Although it may seem strange, the volcanic landscape changes according to the seasons, turning white in the middle of winter or red in spring when the huge tajinastes (Mount Teide blugloss) are in full bloom. The Cañadas form a gigantic crater of about 17 km in diameter, and here you can practice many activities: stargazing, hiking, climbing or even a simple car ride, as the views alone are worthwhile.

You don't have to sweat to enjoy one of the best views of Tenerife. The alternative to the path we recommend is the cable car, which is perfectly accessible by road and has a free parking service opened from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

TIMETABLE
From 9:00 h at 17:00 h.
However, its functioning may be altered due to climatic conditions. We recommend that you ask about its operability before starting the route.

PHONE NUMBER:
+34 922 694 038

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WALKING
The most adventurous option is to walk up. To start the trail you have to arrive by car to the Montaña Blanca car park, following the Cañadas TF-21 road until Km 40,5. It is also advisable to wear suitable footwear, a wind jacket, a light backpack with water in it, energy bars, neck panties, sunscreen, sunglasses and above all a written authorization to ascend to the summit (see next paragraph).

Starting point:
White Mountain Parking, Km 40.5 of the Las Cañadas TF-21 road, 2356 m.
Height difference:
1400 meters (to the Refugio Altavista)
Difficulty:
Mountainous route of great physical demand: steep and stony path. Do not underestimate altitude sickness
Length:
9,4 km (one way)
Duration:
4 hours and 45 minutes
Signalling:
Panels with numbers along the entire route  

AUTORIZATHION FOR THE SUMMIT

In order to make the final ascent to the summit, the visitor must request prior written authorization (free of charge) through the website. With this permission, visitors will be able to walk to Pico del Teide using the "Sendero Telesforo Bravo" (nº 10 of the Park network), which connects La Rambleta (3555 meters) with the summit (3718 meters). This route is done on foot. This procedure is compulsory regardless of whether you have reached La Rambleta on foot or using the cable car.

The corresponding permit, which can only be processed through the indicated website, is valid for a specific date and time period. It should be noted that the processing of the permit may be carried out no later than 14:00 hours the day before and that in any case obtaining the permit will be subject to the availability of places. On the other hand, the permit may not be valid if the National Park Administration closes the trail.

It is not necessary to have the Park´s permission to spend the night in the Altavista Refuge.

If you spend the night at the Altavista Refuge (3260 meters) you do not need the permission, but you must leave the trail to the summit before 9:00 am. It will be enough to show the sealed document of the stay. This mountain refuge has 3 bedrooms with capacity for 60 people, as well as a kitchen, toilets (without shower), a medical room and a set of individual sheets given to each hiker on arrival

You can stay at the Refugio Altavista for one night only and it is one of the most extraordinary experiences Tenerife has to offer. We strongly recommend that you bring flashlights or headlights if you are planning to climb to the top before sunrise.