Anaga Mountains & Enchanted Forest, Tenerife Hiking Tour
Overview
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7 hours
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This is a fully organized, all-in-one day adventure that combines scenic driving, a visit to the Enchanted Forest, and a longer guided hike through a remote, less-traveled part of the Anaga Mountains.
Along the way, you’ll experience varied terrain — forest paths, mountain ridges, and short tunnel sections — in places that are often quiet and uncrowded.
The tour is well suited for cruise guests visiting Tenerife, offering a rare opportunity to explore these landscapes within a single day. Pickup and transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan make the logistics easy, while the small-group format keeps the experience personal.
A relaxed picnic break in nature and photos after the tour complete the day.
Tour details
Total experience: ~ 7 hours (including pickup, transport, breaks, and return)
Hiking time: 3.5–4.5 hours
Hiking distance: 7 km
Elevation gain: 250 meters
Terrain: uneven mountain trails, forest paths, and ridgelines
Group size: small group format up to 8 persons
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with a fear of heights or vertigo
Not recommended for travelers with low physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers aged 75 and over
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Spend a full day exploring the Anaga Mountains on a guided hiking tour in Tenerife’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, away from the busy resorts. Pickup is provided from the southern or eastern coastal areas, followed by a drive to Anaga. You’ll start with a short introductory walk (about 25–35 minutes) in the misty Enchanted Forest, where laurel trees and shifting clouds create a unique atmosphere. In clear weather, you may also catch distant views of Mount Teide. Next, travel by vehicle to the main trailhead, passing a still-inhabited cliffside cave village along the way. The main hike follows mountain trails across ridges, forested slopes, and valleys, with varied terrain and constantly changing scenery. Your guide shares insights into the region’s nature, history, and everyday life, and a relaxed picnic break is included (hilltop or inside a cave, depending on conditions). This experience works well for experienced hikers and for first-timers in good general physical condition, but it does involve uneven terrain and narrow paths. The route ends with a short but physically demanding final climb. After the tour, you’ll receive 20–30 digital photos taken throughout the day.
What‘s Included
Accident insurance
20–30 digital photos from the tour
Hotel pickup and transportation to Anaga Rural Park and between hiking sections
Hiking Tour with an expert guide
Civil liability insurance
A picnic break during the hike with sandwiches (Spanish jamón and cheese), juice, energy bars, and dried fruits or nuts
Hiking gear: trekkimg poles, helmet, flashlight
Bottled water
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Anaga Mountains & Enchanted Forest, Tenerife Hiking Tour
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Reviews
135 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing hike
deniss219,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed the hike. The guide (Alex) kept the hike interesting the whole time and knows a lot of facts about surroundings and he is funny too! Our group had good fitness level and Alex adjusts the hike accordingly. Don’t be afraid to sign up if you aren’t a seasoned hiker. Highly recommending and it’s the way to actually explore Tenerife!
Unique experience
Arina Grey,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a unique hiking experience that is impossible (or almost impossible) to get on your own, but with a guide discover completely new species! Alex is a super guide who knows with a great sense of humor, takes care of the comfort of all participants. During the haik there was enough rest for everyone to go at their own pace, but there were also stretches of tension, which was clearly offset by the reward of a fantastic new view:)
We had a great experience...
Dimitri S,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great experience with our tour guide Alex who was very attentive and knowledgeable. Our pick up was early in the morning (7h30) but on-time from Los Gigantes. We were a small group of 6. The first part of the tour is a short walk in the Enchanted Forest which does feel a little magical like a walking in a fairy tale. We were there early in the morning and had the impression to be alone with our group. When being utterly silent you could hear the water drops falling from the moisture that collects on the moss trees. The second and biggest part of the tour is the hike in the Anaga mountains we got well equipped with walking sticks, helmet and flash light. Impressive views of mountains and sea, narrow paths through tunnels and following an old water channel. We even got lucky and had goat encounters twice during the hike. In the middle of the hike we had a picnic stop with a sandwich, nuts and juice on a very nice viewpoint surrounded by green mountains and looking out on the sea. The complete hike took about 4 hours for 5.75km and 285m elevation gain. I would recommend having a good condition and some hiking experience to do this tour. Also good hiking shoes are recommended. We were wearing sneakers ourselves, which was ok, but decent hiking shoes would have been more comfortable for better grip. We very much enjoyed the tour and would recommend if you like to hike and being in nature off the beaten tourist tracks.
Unusual waterway track to hike
j0ntryggvih,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting hike along unusual track. Sometimes pretty scary hights to look down. Alex the guide did a good job and took good care of everything.
Great tour
Dale B,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing, but rigorous trip. The basic facts are ( from Apple Watch), 6 miles and 88 flights of stairs climbed over a 7 hour day. We are two men in our 60s and did okay, but there are some places that are a bit scary and the drops are steep. Still, the views are amazing and Alex is very patient and helpful for everyone’s different abilities. We’re a bit stiff but very glad we did it. This is a very, very worthwhile tour.
Great views and nature beautiful
56ba,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A nice walk in forest and mountains. Beautiful views. Guide Alex is humorous and tells a lot of the area. He also makes sure the pace is right. Watch out for stragglers. You need a little bit of fitness and good shoes.
Fantastic Guided Hike with Alex
Mldddlt,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The hike was amazing! Communication before the hike was excellent and timely, and the pick-up was punctual. Alex, our guide, drove safely, shared his knowledge about the island, and made everyone feel safe and well taken care of throughout the hike. Alex provided hiking poles, helmets, and flashlights for everyone, so everything was well organised for the hikers. The views were breathtaking! Hiking boots are a must. Despite road closures, Alex even managed to get us to the Enchanted Forest, which made the experience even more special. Overall, it’s a very accessible hike, although the final section requires a reasonable level of fitness.
Walking with Goats
peterarthur221161,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow what a great experience. Alex was extremely knowledgeable and put our group at ease very quickly. A stunning area to explore walking along some spectacular routes usually reserved for Goats ( Greatest Of All Time!) Would definitely recommend this trip.
wicked hike - a definite must do
Luzon25,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00For us more mature folk, this hike was definitely a little challenging — but worth every single minute. We began with a 30-minute walk through the rainforest. Extra clothing or layers are definitely needed as this section is quite cold, but it’s incredibly beautiful, and our tour guide shared lots of interesting information along the way. From there, we moved on to the main hike in a truly stunning area. By lunchtime we had reached the top of the mountain, rewarded with breathtaking views and a lovely lunch, which was very welcome after the climb. The next stage took us along a water gully, through tunnels and alongside sheer drops, with views absolutely to die for. The final part of the hike was a scramble up rocks. Thanks to the patience and encouragement of our guide, I managed to make it to the top. It was tough, but completely worth the effort. An unforgettable experience!
Wonderful Hike
I4178PWrichardb,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fabulous hike. Can't fault it at all. Brilliant communication before hand. Picked us up outside our hotel. Gave us a potted history en route. The enchanted forest was a wonderful experience. Take some warm clothes and a jacket as you will be 1000m+ in altitude so its a tad chilly and damp. The main walk was lower down and significantly warmer. I wore long shorts others wore hiking trousers. Best to wear hiking shoes or boots. Take a warm top as well as a t-shirt. Don't for get your suncream and a hat. Most of the hike is relatively easy for an experienced walker but there is a short scramble at the end up to the van. There are some enclosed spaces and precipitous edges so check with the walk lead if you have any phobias relating to these. The views are to die for, its just such a gorgeous area. You will not be short of photo opportunities. The guide is very knowledgeable about the geological history of the area and happy to answer questions. A light lunch is provided. The early pickups may mean you miss breakfast so take a few energy bars if this is the case for you. Drop off was equally efficient. And the tour lead provides a link to all the photos he took for you to download. We absolutely loved the tour. Strongly recommend it.
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