Teide National Park

National park La Orotava, Canary Islands, Spain

What to expect

Teide National Park is a unique and fascinating destination located in the heart of Tenerife, in the Canary Islands. The park is centered on Mount Teide, the highest mountain in Spain and the third-highest volcano in the world, rising 7,500 meters above the ocean floor. The park's landscape is characterized by a volcanic scenery, with a variety of flora and fauna, including over 1,400 species of invertebrates and 212 species of plants, 58 of which are found only in the Canary Islands. Visitors can explore the park through 41 signposted routes, including the challenging Montaña Blanca - Pico del Teide route and the more accessible Montaña de los Tomillos trails. The park is also home to the Teide Observatory, where visitors can learn about the importance of solar telescopes and the unique conditions that make Tenerife an ideal location for studying light. With its breathtaking scenery and unique geological features, Teide National Park is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and families alike

Plan your family visit to the Teide National Park with these blog insights 👇

TENERIFE with family, Tenerife with children

This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the slopes of the volcano, discovering the volcanic geology at 2000 meters altitude. We stopped at miradors offering beautiful views. We tried to cross the clouds to get closer to the crater. We also saw the snow on the Teide

Highlights: The children were impressed by the volcanic formations. The views from the miradors were breathtaking. They loved the experience of going above the clouds. The snow on Teide was beautiful ✨

5 top things to do in Tenerife with kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We went trekking in this park, which was really exciting

Highlights: The kids loved the unique habitat and the numerous animal species ✨

Road trip in Parc national du Teide in Tenerife

This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the park with our kids by driving on the TF24, TF38 and TF21 roads and making stops at scenic viewpoints

Highlights: We were all amazed by the stunning views and varied landscapes, from forests to arid expanses ✨

5 hikes in Tenerife with children

This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked through the stunning volcanic landscape, enjoying breathtaking views of the Teide volcano, lava fields, and Canarian pines. We also explored ancient lava flows and discovered small lava tunnels

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the volcanic landscape, especially the lava formations. We all enjoyed the stunning views and the chance to hike in such a unique environment ✨