A Lap Around Tenerife

Your guide to road tripping & hiking around Spain's best island! There is so much variety in Tenerife between surfing, hiking the luscious green mountains, and swimming in natural rock pools.

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Things to do

Parque Rural de Anaga

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Stunning foggy green hiking area

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Mirador Aguaide

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Piscina natural de Jóver

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Natural rock pool that feels mermaid-esque in the sunshine

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Masca

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An incredible village nestled in the mountains with a view of the ocean. **Be warned this is the scariest road I've ever driven down with room for one car and two-way traffic & tour buses

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El agujero, Los Gigantes, Tenerife

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Hiking the famous Gigantes area

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Los Gigantes view point

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Worth stopping to see the famous Los Gigantes

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Playa de los Guios

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A beautiful (popular & often crowded) beach with a view of Los Gigantes. Restaurants and shops nearby

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Parque Nacional del Teide

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Park area around the island's volcano. A wonderful spot for star gazing tours also

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Mirador de las Narices del Teide

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Natural swimming pool

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Piscinas Naturales Los Abrigos

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Playa de Benijo

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Playa de la Tejita

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Places to eat

Restaurante Régulo

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Canarian food

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Café Melita - Palmelita

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The loveliest cafe with a sunroom view of the ocean. A fantastic spot to try the iconic barraquito coffee

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Baja Surf Café

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A casual and cosy restaurant that is always lively

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La Pendeja food truck

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Arepera Las Rosas

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Tasty Venezuelan food

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Accommodation

Lagarto Hostel Tenerife

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Arena Nest Hostel

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The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama

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Iconic coral colored hotel worth stopping by to see

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathleen Norton

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I am a part-time English teacher, part-time traveler currently based in Northern Spain. As I am in my second year living in Spain, I am attempting to see as much as possible with a focus on budget-friendly, outdoor destinations. My guides are built for anyone looking to fill a long weekend in Western Europe with a balance of good food and great views!

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