Walk the Trails of Tenerife

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    [title] => Arrival day
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Welcome to Hotel La Casona del Patio. Unpack and settle in.
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    [title] => Chinyero & Arenas Negras Volcanoes
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The week begins by exploring Tenerife’s two youngest volcanoes: Arenas Negras and Chinyero. Tenerife is still an active volcanic island and this pair of volatile giants last erupted in 1706 and 1909, respectively. We’ll learn about the nature and geology of the area and find out how local people faced the eruptions, battled against devastating lava flows, and escaped with their lives.
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                            [title] => San José de Los Llanos - Ecomuseo Los Partidos
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Distance: 8 miles (13km) 
Ascent: 1,300ft (400m)
Descent: 1,300ft (400m)
Leaving from San José de Los Llanos, we’ll walk through Canary pine forest before crossing the extinct lava flows surrounding Arenas Negras and Chinyero. We’ll pass by fields full of almond and fig trees in Los Baldíos, which – thanks to the island’s year-round climate - blossom over wintertime. Finally, we’ll end our walk at Ecomuseo Los Partidos for an insight into rural life and traditions.
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                            [title] => Santiago del Teide - San José de Los Llanos
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Distance: 8.5 miles (14km)
Ascent: 1,950ft (600m)
Descent: 1,500ft (450m)
Departing from the hotel, we’ll climb the old path of Los Arrastraderos, admiring the fields full of almond and fig trees. We’ll follow the most recent lava flow caused by the eruption of Chinyero in 1909 and follow it until we reach Arenas Negras. With luck, we’ll spot the native Canary Blue Chaffinch. We’ll end the walk in San José de Los Llanos.
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    [title] => Teno Mountains
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Today takes us to Tenerife’s west, home to the Teno Mountains. We'll head into a landscape of great contrasts – from lush forests to deep canyons – as well as diverse climates and ancient traditions. The area is protected as a Rural Park, aiming to preserve both its natural and human heritage.
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                            [title] => Erjos to Cruz de Hilda
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Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Ascent: 1,070ft (325m)
Descent: 1,800ft (550m)
Begin the day spotting migrating birds at the Charcas de Erjos ponds before climbing the mountain rim. We’ll cross the Monte del Agua laurel forest, head up to the Teno ridge, and follow the crest for wow-worthy views over the Masca canyon on one side and the Palmar valley on the other.
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                            [title] => Santiago del Teide to Cruz de Hilda
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Distance: 8 miles (11km)
Ascent: 2,000ft (600m)
Descent: 2,450ft (750m)
Departing from the hotel, we walk the Santiago del Teide valley and gain altitude until we reach Charcas de Erjos ponds. We ascend and cross a corner of Monte del Agua evergreen laurel forest. We contour Cruz de Gala mountain (1,354m), the highest summit in Teno, through a Canary pine grove, and enjoy extended views over the whole Teno area and Mount Teide, uphill in the centre of the island. From there, we follow the Teno ridge with great views over Masca canyon and El Palmar valley. Finally we descend over the picturesque Masca hamlet where we can refresh before driving back to the hotel.
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    [title] => Teide's Caldera and Volcanoes
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The Teide National Park is in focus on today’s walks, which sits over 2,000m above sea level in the centre of the island. We’ll cross 16km of the caldera, through a mind-bending array of rocks and lava, crowned by Mount Teide (3,715m) - an active volcano and Spain’s highest mountain. After a fabulous time in Teide National Park you will be transferred to your new accommodation Hotel Laguna Nivaria.
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                            [title] => Samara – Narices Del Teide
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Distance: 5 miles (7.5km)
Ascent: 1,560ft (475m)
Descent: 900ft (275m)
You’ll get an insight into the island's volcanic nature, exploring the volcanic fields in the west of Teide National Park, crossing lava flows, black fine ashes, and discovering basaltic caves used by shepherds a long time ago. The panoramic views from above the clouds and the contrast of vivid colours are outstanding.
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                            [title] => Samara – Boca Tauce
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Distance: 7.5 miles (12km)
Ascent: 1,900ft (575m)
Descent: 1,300ft (400m)
Starting from Samara volcano, we’ll contour the inner side of the Teide’s caldera criss-crossing between lava fields and Canary pine forest. During the walk you’ll have the imposing Teide and Pico Viejo volcanoes on one side, and the western islands on the other.
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    [title] => Free day
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Each week there’s a free day when no guided walks are offered. You’re welcome to stay at the hotel and take advantage of its spa facilities, or head out and explore at your own pace.
There’s the town of La Laguna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can dip in and out of historic mansions and churches as you wander around the old quarter. Or step aboard the tram to Santa Cruz, the capital of Tenerife, where you’ve got the bazaar and food market or the Palmetum, a large botanical garden, and an array of museums.

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    [title] => Anaga Biosphere Reserve
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Today we will discover the Anaga mountains, one of the oldest volcanic regions in Tenerife and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. It’s home to some of Europe’s most varied native wildlife as well as many villages and inhabitants. You’ll explore sustainability through walks in this rich but fragile environment.
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                            [title] => Cruz del Carmen – Chinamada – Las Carboneras
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Distance: 5.6 miles (9km)
Ascent: 1,400ft (425m)
Descent: 2460ft (750m)
We begin the walk from Cruz del Carmen. We then descend through the native laurisilva forest and farmland, catching spectacular views of deep barrancos. When we reach Chinamada, we’ll take a picnic stop at this charming hamlet, known for its dwelling caves. A short walk out then to the Mirador de Aguaide is rewarded with stunning vistas of the rugged coastline, before continuing on to Las Carboneras village.
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                            [title] => Pico del Inglés – Taborno – Chinamada – Las Carboneras
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Distance: 7.5 miles (12km)
Ascent: 2130ft (650m)
Descent: 3200ft (975m)
Starting from the top of Anaga mountains, we make our descent along old pathways enjoying the magnificent views over deep barrancos. We discover many local plants and trees and learn from our knowledgeable guides about rural life here in Anaga that is rapidly changing. We pass Taborno, Las Carboneras and Chinamada hamlets, this last one known for its dwelling caves.
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    [title] => Teide National Park
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On our last day, we’ll have a second chance to be amazed by the crowning glory of Tenerife, the UNESCO World Heritage of Teide National Park. You’ll have panoramic views over the Orotava Valley and Mount Teide during our drive and stops from a few viewpoints to keep you mesmerised.
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                            [title] => El Portillo - Montana Blanca
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Distance: 5.5 miles (9km)
Ascent: 1,720ft (525m)
Descent: 740ft (225m)
Teide National Park is a paradise for geology lovers, and this walk is no exception. Starting at El Portillo Visitor Centre and its Botanical Garden, we walk over the pumice stones of Montaña Blanca volcano, light and porous, discover the tiny fragments of the black, heavier obsidian glass, and discover “the eggs of Teide”. We learn about Guanche’s use of these region and resources and hear about expeditions to the top of Mount Teide over the last centuries. A bus transfer to Roques de García area shows a great contrast of volcanic materials and landscapes. 
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                            [title] => Guajara Mountain Loop
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Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km)
Ascent: 2,300ft (700m)
Descent: 2,300ft (700m)
Starting at the Parador hotel, we head for the highest point on the crater rim, Montaña Guajara (2,715m). Our ascent winds its way around the flanks of the mountain, reaching the broad summit plateau with plenty of time to take a breather and revel in the views.
As we’re closer to the stars up there, we’ll hear about the British astronomer Piazzi-Smyth’s expedition and the importance of the Teide Observatory before we descend back to Parador.
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    [title] => Departure day
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We hope to see you again soon.
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