Masca from above

About this tour

A 7-hour ridge walk above Masca on Tenerife that climbs through Laurel forest before descending into lush subtropical rainforest, then opens onto sweeping island vistas. The 12 km moderate hike gains 375 metres over undulating terrain, reaching 1100m altitude. On clear days you'll spot Mount Teide across the Santiago valley and the volcanic landscape framing Masca gorge below, finishing through pine forest into verdant countryside.

Highlights

• High ridge walk with panoramic Laurel forest views
• Subtropical rainforest thick with hanging lichen and moss
• Knockout vista down onto Masca gorge and volcanic terrain
• Mount Teide visible across Santiago valley on clear days
• Descent through pine woodland into green valley
• Private transport and Andy as your guide included

What to expect

You'll start with a steady climb along an undulating ridge where views open across the Laurel forest canopy. The path then narrows into dense subtropical rainforest—genuinely one of Tenerife's most significant ecosystems—before emerging suddenly onto high ground. Here the landscape flattens into dramatic panoramas. You're standing above Masca gorge looking across volcanic slopes, and if visibility permits, Teide dominates the distant horizon. The final stretch descends easily through pine forest into pastoral countryside that feels oddly English. Expect about 5 hours of actual walking over moderate, well-defined terrain.

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