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Tenerife Resort Masca

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The tiny village of Masca is located in the southwest of Tenerife, forming part of what is known as the Teno Rural Park. It was originally a Guanche settlement before the Spanish conquest. The village is now home to around 90 inhabitants. It can’t really be classed as a resort and you will have to do some serious searching to find places to stay.

That said, there are a great many trips and tours which visit Masca. It’s also an amazing place if you like walking or hiking (Andy Tenerife Walker can advise). The descent to the Barranco de Masca is one of the most beautiful and popular hiking routes in Tenerife.


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When checking out excursions, if you are based in Masca, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point. This will  certainly be true if you are staying in Masca.

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Tenerife Resort Los Gigantes

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In Los Gigantes the summers are short, warm and humid, while the winters are long, comfortable and dry. Los Gigantes is windy but mostly clear year round.

Los Gigantes is an impressive must-see destination located on the west coast of Tenerife. The cliffs of Los Gigantes de Tenerife are one of the natural jewels that the island offers and an essential visit in the Canary Islands.

It dates from the sixteenth century and was built on an old Nasrid gate and in which you can see Roman statues and inscriptions.


Trips and Tours for Los Gigantes

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Los Gigantes, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Los Gigantes has a modern marina, opposite the Poblado Marinero -an architectural complex reminiscent of the Canarian style – a fishing district with a small port that is especially active in the tuna harvest from April to November. The marina has 368 berths spread over five pontoons with fresh water and electricity, as well as a travel-lift, a service station and mechanics on the dock itself. If a boat holiday is your thing then check out Moovers II at Amarailla Golf Marina.

Los Gigantes boasts an attractive sand beach but being black volcanic sand, is not rated particularly highly among beach lovers.

Tenerife Resort Playa Paraiso

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For the warmest weather, the obvious choices are in Tenerife South. Playa Paraiso typically enjoys the warmest average year-round temperatures on the island, mostly calm with no strong winds. High and low temperatures are typically 21c/16c in January and 29c/23c in August.

Playa Paraiso is a quiet and chilled place in Tenerife South, close enough to grab a taxi to the more popular resorts if you want to go for a night of fun. Playa ParaĂ­so is technically on the Costa Adeje but it is not the Costa Adeje that most people know. It’s a bit off the beaten path.

  • Coastal Walk to Callao Salvaje, also relatively undeveloped, a tranquil place. The coastal path can lead you here, though do bear in mind that itÂ’s unpaved in parts. En route to Playa de Ajabo beach and Callao Salvaje you may see wildflowers as well as breathtaking coastal scenery.
  • El Puertito – To see unspoiled Tenerife, take a trip to El Puertito, a nearby village. The picturesque black sandy bay here is flanked by soaring cliffs, and the colourful fishing boats plying the waters only add to its charm.
  • Hike to La Caleta (moderately challenging). Wear sturdy shoes, as youÂ’ll venture off the path in places. The distance is around six miles (10 km) and it takes around two-and-a-half hours to complete the route.


Trips and Tours for Playa Paraiso

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Playa Paraiso, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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The resort has a nice little beach at the southern most end of the resort.

Tenerife Resort Los Cristianos

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For the warmest weather, the obvious choices are in Tenerife South. Los Cristianos typically enjoys the warmest average year-round temperatures on the island, mostly calm with no strong winds. High and low temperatures are typically 21c/16c in January and 29c/23c in August.

Los Cristianos began life as a tiny fishing village in the south of Tenerife but is now the second busiest port in Tenerife. However, the town still maintains a distinct Canarian flavour with narrow streets and passageways that give it an authentic feel. For less adventurous holiday makers, this is the closest you may get to authentic Canarian life. However, the town is a perfect springboard from which to explore other parts of the island, or other islands.

Catamaran Trips

Tenerife Catamarans

Los Cristianos has a fantastic range of restaurants, from the simplest cafe to upscale fine dining. Nearly all public promenades, walkways and beaches have excellent disabled access and ramps.


Trips and Tours for Los Cristianos

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Los Cristianos, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Whilst Los Cristianos tends to cater to a more mature clientele in the winter months, the resident population is quite young. For late night action, the place to visit is CC San Telmo, a long strip of bars and restaurants next to Las Vistas Beach. Early evening is fairly sedate with life focused around the intimate restaurants and ‘chill-out’ terrace bars but things typically liven up after midnight. The strip also has a couple of indoor clubs/discos open until very late.

Los Cristianos has 2 excellent beaches, Las Vistas and the Harbour beach. Las Vistas is by far the more attractive with light coloured sand, turquoise waters, water sports and almost every other amenity.

Tenerife Resort Playa de las Americas

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For the warmest weather, the obvious choices are in Tenerife South. A 16 miles area typically enjoys the warmest average year-round temperatures on the island, mostly calm with no strong winds. High and low temperatures are typically 21c/16c in January and 29c/23c in August. Los Abrigos, Las Galletas and El Medano are inclined to be windy. In winter they can be a couple of degrees cooler and in summer, several degrees warmer.

In one of the liveliest areas of Arona, in the south of Tenerife, is Las Américas beach, also known simply as Las Américas, a golden sand beach brought directly from the Sahara (Africa). El Camisón and Las Vistas are the most popular beaches in the area. Las Vistas is a long beach located in the heart of Las Americas.

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Tenerife Boat Trips

Playa de las Americas boasts an amazing choice of international dining restaurants, from burgers to fine dining. Those looking for traditional Canarian options will not fare so well on the main tourist strips .


Trips and Tours for Playa de las Americas

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Playa de las Americas, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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The resort has a lively nightlife, which is roughly split into areas:

  • Veronicas/Starco – famous strip of bars and nightclubs eg Papagayo Beach Club
  • The Patch – live-music themed bars pitching to all ages, TIBU nightclub
  • Safari Centre /The Golden Mile – nightlife is centered around 2 or 3 bars / lounge-clubs pitching to an up-market glam crowd of all ages.

Tenerife Resort Santa Cruz de Tenerife

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In North Tenerife, Santa Cruz has a climate similar to South Tenerife but as you start to go further North, the climate changes rapidly and dramatically. At a higher altitude, the area is often shrouded in a haze, similar to mist. Also there is a significantly higher rainfall than in the South, which of course means lush green vegetation!

Beaches

  • Las Teresitas
  • Las Gaviotas
  • Roque de las Bodegas
  • Almáciga
  • Benijo

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When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Tenerife Resort La Laguna

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The warm ‘summer’ season lasts for 4 months, from July to October, with an average daily high temperature above 73f. La Laguna is typically 5 to 7 degrees colder and is somewhat damper than in the South.

La Laguna Beaches

  • Playa Arenal
  • Playa Arenisco
  • Playa El Apio
  • Playa El NavĂ­o
  • Playa El Roquete
  • Playa Juan NegrĂ­n
  • Playa San Juan
  • Playa Troche

Check out some of trips on offer for La Laguna, which will give you a good feel for how busy the resort is.

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La Laguna Free Tour

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of La Laguna, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Tenerife Resort La Orotava

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In La Orotava, the summers are warm and arid; the winters are long, cool, and dry and it’s windy but mostly clear year round. The average annual temperature is 17c (63f). There are the three natural black sand beaches:

  • El Ancon Beach
  • El Bollullo Beach
  • Los Patos Beach

Check out trips on offer for La Orotava, which will give you a good feel for how busy the resort is.

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Free Walking Tour of La Orotava

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of La Orotava, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Tenerife Resort El Medano

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For the warmest weather, the obvious choices are in Tenerife South. El Medano enjoys the warm year-round temperatures. High and low temperatures are typically 21c/16c in January and 29c/23c in August. El Medano is inclined to be a little windy.

El MĂ©dano has a golden sand beach, shallow waters and moderates waves. Over time the center of El MĂ©dano has become a popular spot for windsurfing and kite-surfing due to it’s constant winds. It is one of South Tenerife’s most attractive beaches, both for water sport enthusiasts and for those who are looking for a family-oriented resort.

Check some of the trips on offer for El Medano, which will give you a good feel for how busy the resort is.


Trips and Tours for El Medano

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of El Medano, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Tenerife Resort Garachico

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In Garachico, the summers are warm, humid, and arid; the winters are long, comfortable, and dry. It is windy and mostly clear year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 60°F to 82°F and is rarely below 56°F or above 88°F.

The beach is small and has black sand. It’s in the town so access is easy. The best views are from the castle and everything is a promenade.

Check out some of trips on offer for Garachico, which will give you a good feel for how busy the resort is.

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Free Walking Tour of Garachico

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Garachico, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Tenerife Resort Puerto de la Cruz

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In North Tenerife, Santa Cruz has a climate similar to South Tenerife but as you start to go further North, the climate changes rapidly and dramatically. La Laguna is typically 5 to 7 degrees colder and is somewhat damper than in the South. At a higher altitude, the area is often shrouded in a haze, similar to mist. Also there is a significantly higher rainfall than in the South, which of course means lush green vegetation!

On the north coast of Tenerife below the Taoro (La Orotava) valley, Puerto de la Cruz was the first holiday resort in the Canary Islands with visitors, explorers and writers coming for decades. Today, Puerto de la Cruz attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year who fall in love with its lush green landscape, flora and fauna, in sight of Mount Teide and stunning picture postcard views.

The resort has two stunning beaches. Playa Jardin is a 1km long strip of black volcanic sand. It’s huge so plenty of room to spread out your beach towel sand relax.


Trips and Tours for Puerto de la Cruz

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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Playa Martiánez is located next to the Lago Martiánez (a man-made lagoon water park with waterfalls, sub-tropical gardens and sculptures.) It also has black volcanic sand but is smaller, simpler and less developed than Playa Jardin.

The center of Puerto de la Cruz has an extensive range of bars and restaurants catering for all tastes and wallets. Nightlife, whilst not as lively as Playa de las Americas in the south, caters for all tastes and ages. However, the locals are generally night-owls so expect to start after midnight.

Tenerife Resort La Caleta

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The small fishing village of La Caleta is just a short drive from many popular holiday resorts in Tenerife. La Caleta has some of the best seafood restaurants on the island. It is located on the south west coast of Tenerife, not far from Costa Adeje, which is about an hour’s walk away for those who like to stay active on holiday.

There are no real sandy beaches in La Caleta. There are some stunning beaches beyond the mountains to the side of La Caleta, but you can’t access them by road. The paths are steep in some places, so remember to bring sensible shoes.

Los Morteros beach is a rocky cove with many spots where you can jump into the sea.

The number of trips on offer for La Caleta will give you a good feel for how busy the resort is.


Trips and Tours for La Caleta

When checking out excursions, if you are based in the resort of La Caleta, be aware that many excursion companies pick up from your hotel in the popular resorts. Many of the cheaper trips, including the free trips, require you to make your own way there or to the nearest pick up point.

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