Tenerife 365 days to enjoy life Summers full of color Laurel forests, ferns, Sample the best of The best and tranquility the Island climate Experience Gastronomy nature www.AdventureOnTenerife.com 1 CONTENTS 4 Tenerife: The Isle of Treasures 6 Compelling Reasons to Visit the Island 8 Map 10 Mt. Teide 12 Arts & Culture 14 Leisure Sports 16 Whale & Dolphin Watching 17 Adventure Sports 18 Parks & Family Adventures 20 Golf 22 Food & Wine 24 Spas & Wellness 26 Stargazing 28 Itineraries 32 Events Calendar 34 Great Days, Better Nights 35 Key Contacts 2 Turismo de Tenerife www.AdventureOnTenerife.com 3 There’s so much to do it would be easier to tell you the things it’s not “possible to do on the Island of Tenerife ” TENERIFE: Average annual temperature of THE ISLE OF 73oF TREASURES Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands, a chain in the eastern Atlantic Ocean that is part of Spain and located off the Western Coast of Africa. The Island is an idyll with a remarkable variety of geographic options—from other-worldly desert landscapes to lush green mountains to stunning seascapes—you could imagine your- self in any of thousands of locations around the globe without ever stepping off this captivating Island. Average daily temperature: 73˚F 800+ local species of flora and fauna (Miami: 77˚F) Modern transporation system 2 2 Area: 785 mi (Oahu: 597 mi ) Two airports, flights to 150+ cities 3,000 hours of sunlight per year around the world (Miami: 2,903 hours) Two international cruise ports Nearly 250 miles of coastline, Two UNESCO World Heritage sites: 43 miles of beaches Mt. Teide National Park and 48% of the Island is protected the city of La Laguna natural area The Euro is the official currency 4 Turismo de Tenerife www.AdventureOnTenerife.com 5 FEEL THE WARMTH OF THE SUN AND THE PEOPLE COMPELLING REASONS TO VISIT THE ISLAND There are so many reasons to Outstanding nature. Make shopping an art. The perfect fusion. Closer than you think. The sustainable Island. come, we simply cannot mention Beaches of white or even black You can come just for the shopping On Tenerife, the Islanders live life with The Island is very close to Tenerife is an them all. So here are just a few 3 sand, laurel forests surviving from 5 and spend as much time as you 7 passion and we always have a happy 10 mainland Spain and Europe, just 12 environmentally-conscious the Tertiary Period, and Mount Teide. The like indulging in your favourite pastime. smile on our faces. Our sweet, friendly a two to four-hour flight away. Many Island. Bioclimatic houses designed by examples of why Tenerife is a top natural diversity of the Island offers There’s no VAT IGIC (local tax) that is nature means we welcome all visitors flights depart for Europe each day ITER (Technological Institute of Renewable destination: strikingly different scenery around applicable here, generally at 7%, making with open arms (for instance, drivers and the Island’s location makes it a Energy) offering holiday accommodation every corner, as observed by Alexander everything cheaper– plus you’ll find all the invariably stop at pedestrian crossings tri-continental platform and a nexus for and taking full advantage of natural A climate of wellbeing. von Humboldt and Charles Darwin top boutiques and fashion houses. Add to and we make every effort to give precise bonds and development between Europe, resources for domestic use, our zero- Say goodbye to the stressful daily himself during their stay on Tenerife. that all the luxury you desire, magnificent directions). This is the result of our being a America, and Africa. emission tramway or the constant routine. The sunny weather is 1 Its ever-present volcanic origins can be villas, plush limousines, and sleek yachts fusion of Spanish and European forefathers, acknowledgment of our hotels for their beneficial for your physical and spiritual Get in shape. best explored by taking one of the many and you have the kind of holiday that will combined with a strong American and commitment to sustainability are just some harmony. We have a powerful ally: the Our climate, the chance to spectacular Island tours. make everyone back home green with African influence. Many have decided to of the examples of the environmental mild temperatures on the Island all train both at sea level and envy when you recount your adventures. stay and live here having gotten to know 11 awareness that abounds on the Island. year round, so every day becomes Choose what you like best. at altitude, modern facilities and webtenerife.co.uk/activities/shopping/ us during their holidays. a chance to unwind and enjoy the Choose between water sports and accommodation with all the Move with ease. simple pleasures of life. Enjoy the activities at the beach or in the Authentic flavors & wines. comforts of home and more lead Tenerife is the largest of the 4 Clear blue skies. innumerable professional athletes outdoors, stroll through the streets and mountains. Take in the best of rural life, This will be your greatest Canary Islands but not too The skies of Tenerife are so pure (we are referring to European, 13 along seafront promenades, breathe.... go whale and dolphin spotting, have fun discovery. The local cuisine is big to travel around –visitors can 6 and clear that it is regarded 8 World, and Olympic champions) to at theme parks or playing golf. Go hiking, a delicious combination of the best journey from one end of the Island Everything for everyone. as one of the best places in the diving, stargazing, and let yourself go Atlantic and Mediterranean food, choose Tenerife every year for their to the other in a day. Distances are Tenerife has something for all world for stargazing. It is home to the during nights of partying. Indeed, there’s creating exquisite dishes made from fresh demanding and intense training easily manageable– you can travel visitors, whatever time of year you prestigious Canary Islands Astrophysics programmes. Cycling, swimming, 2 so much to do it would be easier to tell Institute along with huge telescopes local produce that simply make your around the Island on public transport or decide to come. Come alone, bring your you the things it’s not possible to do on mouth water. athletics, beach volleyball... Just like them, by hire car if you prefer more flexibility. family, your partner, friends, or even -including the Gregor solar telescope- you can also enjoy your favourite sport on the Island of Tenerife. used by leading Spanish and international Tenerife’s relatively small size has another your pet (which are welcome at many Relax day and night. the Island. scientists attempting to unravel the positive thing: it’s impossible to get lost establishments). Tenerife is a Spanish, European, mysteries of the Universe. on the Island. 9 and family destination. A safe Island in every sense, where calm Better conventions & events. and tranquility reigns, allowing With several large convention Due to its volcanic origins, you to enjoy a relaxing, carefree 14 centers on the Island, Tenerife is vacation with the added assurance of a popular destination for corporate event Tenerife also has black sand beaches, knowing that, if the need arises, you have planners who are looking for a warm, a comprehensive healthcare network at unique location for that special event. “mainly in the north of the Island your disposal. 6 Turismo de Tenerife ” www.AdventureOnTenerife.com 7 Cruz del Carmen-El Batán Cruz del Carmen-El Batán Nearly 250 Piscinas miles of naturales La Laguna coastline, Piscinas TENERIFE POINTS 11 naturales Garachico 43 miles La Mesa 11 of beaches La Mesa 10 12 Tourist Information Office 10 12 World Heritage Site OF INTEREST Santa Cruz 2 Mt. Teide cable car Tourist Information Office Auditorio Ancient Dragon Tree World Heritage Site Garachico - 7 9 5 Mt. Teide San Juan del Reparo 2 1 13 18 Mt. Teide cable car Playa Punta Brava Los Gigantes 9 Ancient Dragon Tree Garachico - 7 Beaches San Juan del Reparo 5 1 13 18 Mt. Teide Playa Punta Brava Piscinas Los Gigantes naturales 15 Mamio- Beaches Los Órganos Los RealePjosisc-inas Hostels and refuges Rambla dne aCturastraoles 16 15 Mamio- Recommended paths 3 Los Órganos 4 Farmers' market Los Realejos- Hostels and refuges Rambla de Castro 16 Golf courses Recommended paths 3 4 Farmers' market Los Gigantes Golf courses Callejón de Teno Mt. Teide Windsurfing / Kite surfing Surfing Callejón de Teno Jet skis Windsurfing / Kite surfing Parador - Sport fishing Altos de Guajara - Surfing Parador Diving Jet skis Marinas Parador - Sport fishing Altos de Guajara - Ports Parador Diving Whale watching 48% of Island Marinas Ports is a protected Whale watching Camino de Chasna - Places of interest 14 Paisaje Lunar natural area1 Auditorium 2 Casa del Vino Places of interest 14 Camino de Chasna - Paisaje Lunar 3 Centro Alfarero Casa Miquelas 1 Auditorium 4 Cueva del Viento 2 Casa del Vino Costa Adeje 5 Forestal Park Arona - 3 Centro Alfarero Casa Miquelas Roque del Conde - 6 Jungle Park 4 Cueva del Viento Arona 7 Loro Parque 5 Forestal Park Arona - 8 Monkey Park 6 Jungle Park Roque del Conde - 9 Archaelological Museum Puerto de la Cruz Arona 7 Loro Parque 6 10 Museum of History 8 Monkey Park 11 Museum of History: Casa de Carta 9 Archaelological Museum Puerto de la Cruz 12 Museum of Science and the Cosmos 6 10 Museum of History 8 13 Museum of Nature and Mankind 11 Museum of History: Casa de Carta 14 Paisaje Lunar 12 Museum of Science and the Cosmos 15 Pueblo Chico 8 13 Museum of Nature and Mankind 17 16 Rambla de Castro 14 Paisaje Lunar 17 Siam Park 15 Pueblo Chico 18 TEA, Tenerife Arts Centre 17 16 Rambla de Castro 17 Siam Park 18 TEA, Tenerife Arts Centre 8 Turismo de Tenerife Mt.