About this tour
When Tom from our team ran this 7–8 hour VIP tour, we wound through Tenerife's raw volcanic northeast in a comfortable 4WD — the kind of vehicle that makes you feel properly looked after. The Anaga region is genuinely striking: jagged roques (old volcanic plugs), dikes cutting through hillsides like stone walls, and ravines that drop away sharply. We cruised from the southern resorts through the colonial charm of La Laguna, down to the beaches near Santa Cruz, then deep into the mountains where cloud cover rolled in thick. It's a guided loop that hits geological drama without pretending to be something it isn't.
Highlights
- Volcanic roques and dikes — geological bones of the island laid bare
- Cloud blanket rolling across Anaga mountains mid-tour — eerie and photogenic
- Pico del Inglés viewpoint: panoramic stop with proper vantage
- La Laguna's colonial streets — genuine old-town texture, not a resort theme park
- 4WD comfort factor — air-con and smooth suspension matter on winding mountain roads
- Lunch included — one less logistical thing to sort mid-day
- Monte de Las Mercedes forest run — lush contrast to the volcanic drama
What to expect
The day starts early (08:45 at the meeting point or via hotel pickup) and moves at a steady clip. You'll roll north through populated bits of Tenerife first — not the scenic highlight, but it sets context. La Laguna is genuinely worth the stop: cobbled streets, colonial architecture, proper character. Then you head to Las Teresitas beach for a brief reset, followed by the main event: the Anaga mountains. This is where the geology gets real. Volcanic formations loom overhead, the road winds tight, and if the weather co-operates, cloud cover adds a moody atmosphere. The Pico del Inglés viewpoint is the payoff moment. Lunch happens mid-tour (included, but don't expect gourmet). The Monte de Las Mercedes forest walk on the way back is a pleasant wind-down before heading home. Pacing is manageable — lots of time in the vehicle, a few short stops on foot.
What travellers say
- Real volcanic geology on display — not sanitised or simplified
- Smooth 4WD ride on tight mountain roads — comfort matters
- Lunch and guide included — fewer logistics to manage
- Multilingual guides available — most major European languages covered
- Colonial La Laguna adds cultural texture — breaks up pure scenery
- Accessible for wheelchair users and mixed fitness levels
- Cloud cover and mist can obscure distant views unpredictably
- Long day in a vehicle — tiring for restless types
- Early 08:45 start may not suit late risers
- Winding roads — uncomfortable for those prone to car sickness
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This tour covers real geological and historical ground without overselling it. The 4WD is a genuine advantage on the mountain roads, and guides are multilingual (Spanish, English, German, French, Italian, Dutch depending on day). Lunch and vehicle are included, so no surprise costs. It suits mixed fitness levels — no scrambling required. Wheelchair access is available (request adapted vehicle at booking).
Cloud cover in Anaga is common and unpredictable; you might miss distant views. The drive is long (7–8 hours total) so expect bottom-time fatigue. Early start (before 09:00) may jar late risers. Peak season (summer) can mean busier stops. Roads are winding; if you're prone to car sickness, take precautions. Gratuities aren't included.
Bring a coat (mountains are cooler), comfortable shoes, a hat, and SPF. Tours run Tuesdays and Thursdays from Playa de las Américas, Mondays and Fridays from Puerto de la Cruz (language availability varies). Vehicles are air-conditioned. Small children and infants can be accommodated (car seats available on request).
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.