Spain · City Guide
Tenerife
Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands and one of Spain's most diverse destinations, combining the extraordinary volcanic landscape of Mount Teide, the sophisticated resort areas of the south, the green and culturally rich north coast, outstanding whale watching, excellent golf and a year-round mild climate. From the colonial capital Santa Cruz and the La Orotava valley to the dramatic Los Gigantes cliffs and the beaches of Costa Adeje, Tenerife offers remarkable variety.
Elect's take
"Tenerife has far more variety than most visitors explore. Mount Teide is extraordinary, the Anaga rainforest is remarkable and the combination of natural drama and excellent resort infrastructure creates an island that rewards those who venture beyond the beach."
Mount Teide, at 3718 metres Spain's highest peak, dominates Tenerife and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Teide National Park provides dramatic walking and the cable car ascent offers spectacular views. The Anaga Rural Park is an ancient laurisilva rainforest of remarkable biodiversity. The colonial city of La Laguna is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Whale and dolphin watching off the west coast provides outstanding encounters.
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Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak and UNESCO World Heritage Site dominating the island landscape.
Anaga Rainforest
An ancient laurisilva rainforest providing outstanding hiking in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Whale Watching
Outstanding encounters with pilot whales and dolphins off the west coast.
La Laguna
A UNESCO listed colonial city and the intellectual and cultural capital of Tenerife.
Southern Beaches
Excellent resort beaches across Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and Playa de las Américas.
Teide National Park
A spectacular volcanic landscape surrounding Spain's highest peak.
