Top Tenerife Outdoor Activities

Drive an ATV through Teide National Park on a half-day tour that’s an adventurous alternative to exploring by bus or car. Instead of being enclosed in a vehicle, you’ll enjoy sun, breezes, and totally unobstructed views as you drive through rolling forests, with the chance to duck off the paved road and discover dirt tracks along the way.

This scuba dive and snorkel excursion in Costa Adeje is designed especially for beginners without much, or any, diving experience. You’ll be trained by a PADI-qualified instructor, and dive down to a depth of no more than 23 feet (7 meters). The lesson will be followed by a snorkeling safari in the warm lagoon waters of the Canary Islands, where you can see all kinds of colorful fish and sea life.

Discover the magnificent landscapes that surround Tenerife’s Mt. Teide and the Masca Valley on an exhilarating full-day excursion. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Teide National Park on a voyage of natural discovery; gaze at sweeping volcanic panoramas and capture photographs of the island’s unique dragon tree. Ascend to Vilaflor, one of Spain’s highest villages, and enjoy leisurely time in Masca and Garachico, provincial villages cradled by rolling hills. Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation on this fascinating tour.

If you’re limited on time, but still want to see whales and dolphins while touring the Spanish Coast, this Costa Adeje Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch is the perfect solution. Set out on the water with a small-group and guide to keep a lookout for dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Plus, you’ll enjoy food and drinks on the catamaran’s spacious sundecks.

Discover the Tenerife natural beauty from the unique perspective of a powerful jet ski. Challenge the ocean waves with this jet ski tour for one hour or two hours and always in small group!

A boat trip that will give you an unforgettable experience with which you will contemplate these colossal and elegant cetaceans, while they pass to port and starboard of the boat, jumping over the water and swimming to the rhythm of the waves. With us, we will guarantee that you will be able to watch cetaceans in the most ecological and appropriate way, since you will be entering the deep waters of the Atlantic in a boat with the prestige of Blue Flag. The definitive fusion of luxury with ecology, built in 2018 specifically for whale watching with the propellers protected inside the hull, respecting the environment and marine fauna. Thanks to the fact that our boat has a wonderful stern to be able to swim and enjoy our coasts and that you end up relaxing with our excursion. Being a fascinating activity from start to finish.

Discover the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean on this Bahriyeli boat tour from Los Cristianos Harbor. You won’t have to worry about missing a whale or dolphin sighting as you have experienced crew members to answer your questions, and point out any marine sightings. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city, and get fantastic views and photo opportunities of Mount Teide, the Tenerife coastline, and marine life.

Head off on an adrenaline-fuelled adventure around the dunes and volcanoes of Teide on a trusty four-wheeled steed — your very own ATV. Explore the dramatic landscapes of the desert and see volcanoes and unusual rock formations that look like they belong on the Moon. Ride out into the wilderness and enjoy the sunset, and then after dusk settles, see the stars come out, and maybe even the Milky Way.

Rather than going to Tenerife's famous viewpoints that often draw crowds, this tandem paragliding experience allows you to take in panoramic views that most visitors miss. Fly over the island with a pilot who will assist you throughout the journey and provide expert guidance. The experience is suitable for beginners and includes certified safety equipment for complete peace of mind.

The Night Sky Star Safari is a comprehensive stargazing activity for all. Including a meal at an authentic Canarian restaurant on the way up the mountain and stopping for an amazing sunset from above the Sea of Clouds, the activity is your introduction to the night sky, stars, and the Universe. The use of telescopes is included, and your astronomer guides will tell you all about the visible constellations and planets.

Teide National Park is home to Mt. Teide, Spain’s tallest peak at 12,198 feet (3,718 meters)—and this tour makes it easy for time-pressed visitors to discover this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Following pickup from your hotel, head to the park, known for its extraordinary, lunar landscapes. For an upgrade, take a cable car to the Rambleta observation point, and enjoy time at leisure to soak up the views.

Explore Tenerife’s mountainous interiors during this half-day, small-group excursion in a Renault Twizy electric mini-car. Roll across the lava fields of Chinyero, visit a banana plantation, and see secluded Canarian villages. Quiet, open-air cars allow for an immersive experience. Tours include a local coffee and complimentary soft drink.

Discover Tenerife Island’s rich marine life by boarding a Catamaran for a 2-hour or 3-hour tour. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day as you’ll have a crew to look after you, serve you unlimited beer or soft drinks, and on the longer tour, sandwiches too. Save time researching, and get access to a spot where whales and dolphins live permanently. On the 3-hour trip, you can also snorkel and swim in a bay.

Have beautiful moments in nature while visiting Tenerife by going on this sunset and stargazing adventure near Teide volcano. Instead of organizing your own car rental and having to figure out where to park, this tour allows you to relax and enjoy the views while a private driver transports you between scenic nature spots. Visit Los Poleos viewpoint and toast sunset views with a glass of cava. Then, enjoy a stargazing experience with telescopes and tripods provided.

Explore Costa Adeje without getting lost during a small-group tuk tuk tour that’s an ideal way to orient first-time visitors. You’ll glide between Tenerife highlights with ease and stop at Plaza de Duque, Playa de Enramada, and the Church of San Sebastian, getting an intimate glimpse of each by walking around. Plus, you can choose from multiple departure times throughout the day to suit your schedule.

Nature lovers will enjoy this small-group whale-watching cruise. Enjoy views back to the coast and mountains of Tenerife while looking out for whales and dolphins. You can even don a snorkel and mask and have a swim, if you like. Tapas-style snacks will be provided on board.

Ride a camel through the trails and farmland that surround El Tanque, a traditional village in northwest Tenerife. Along the way you’ll find some of the Canary Islands’ distinctive farm animals, such as the Canarian goat, Pelibuey Sheep, ponies, and donkeys. It’s a unique way to explore a peaceful area, with the option to upgrade for hotel pickup and a Canarian tapas tasting that features local products, wine, and tea.

Tenerife is one of the best places in Europe to spot dolphins and whales in their natural environment. On this cruise, set sail from Playa de la Américas on the Royal Delfin, a custom-built catamaran with panoramic underwater windows that offer the best possible views. Depending on the season, look out for bottlenose dolphins, pilot whales, or migrating humpback whales, as well as rare species such as orca or blue whales.

See whales, dolphins, and other marine life from a small boat on this educational, eco-friendly whale-watching tour led by biologists that has a maximum of ten guests. The tours depart three times per day from south Tenerife, where you’ll not only observe whales and dolphins but get to listen to them via hydrophone, too.

Explore the seas around Tenerife on this small-group cruise in a sailing boat. Enjoy snacks and drinks on board as you watch dolphins and whales swim by. The captain of the boat is an experienced local sailor who answers any questions about these spectacular animals. After lunch, provided on board, take some time to jump on the water and swim or snorkel, or relax and sunbathe on board.

Sail out for to sea for the chance to spot whales and dolphins in their natural habitat with this catamaran adventure. Along with searching for aquatic mammals, you’ll get the chance to sunbathe on deck as you snack on sandwiches and sip on included drinks. You'll also have plenty of time to swim and snorkel before making your way back to shore.

Learn about conservation, whales, porpoises and dolphins from expert biologists on this small-group tour, with numbers capped at just 10 travelers. On sighting, the boat's engines fall silent and a hydrophone lets you listen to the sounds that marine mammals use to communicate or hunt.

Explore the waters around Tenerife during a half-day whale-watching and snorkeling catamaran cruise from Costa Adeje. Look for dolphins and whales in their natural habitat as the expert crew shares live commentary about the marine wildlife of southern Spain. Pass by the cliffs of Los Gigantes and Masca Bay, and have free time for swimming and snorkeling. Includes unlimited drinks and snacks served on board.