The Banana Experience is a good choice for those looking for an easy, family-friendly activity with a local feel in the south of Tenerife, and who would like to discover up close how Canarian bananas are grown on a working plantation.
Finca Las Margaritas is located near La Estrella, on the south-eastern side of Tenerife. During the visit, you do not arrive at a classic museum, but at a real banana plantation, where you can follow the marked route and gain insight into Canarian banana cultivation, the care of the plant, local agricultural traditions, and why this fruit is so important in the life of the Canary Islands.
The activity is available as both a guided and a self-guided visit. During the self-guided visit, you can follow the route at your own pace, learning about the different steps of banana cultivation at several stations. The guided visit provides more detailed explanations, making it a better choice for those who do not only want to look around, but would also like to understand the process and the local stories more deeply.
At the end of the visit, a tasting is also included, where you can try local flavours connected to bananas and gofio. This is not a long or physically demanding activity, but rather a calm, informative, and pleasant morning experience that fits well into a day in southern Tenerife.
The Banana Experience is not an adrenaline activity and not a spectacular show. It is worth choosing if you would like to visit a real, locally rooted place, take an easy walk through a working plantation, and better understand one of Tenerife’s best-known agricultural traditions.
WHERE AND WHEN?
Finca Las Margaritas, La Estrella
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
You’ll find the available start times in the booking section, making it easy to choose the one that best fits your plans for the day.
The activity can be started on the booked programme day at the fixed time confirmed in writing.
PARKING
PARKING (Google Maps) (the activity’s private car park, free of charge)
⚠️ do not leave valuables in the car
LOCATION (on foot)
ENTRANCE (Google Maps)
Check-in takes place here, at the reception desk by the gate.
ACTIVITY TYPE
Outdoor
PREGNANCY
The programme can also be attended during pregnancy, but alcohol consumption is not recommended.
ACCESSIBILITY
/wheelchair or stroller/
Yes
PETS
Pets are not allowed to participate in the activity.
ARRIVAL ORDER
Arrival order is not important.
TOILETS
Available.
IMPORTANT! In accordance with local regulations, toilet paper must be placed in the bins provided in the toilets.
SMOKING
Smoking is not allowed during the activity.
However, before and after the activity, it is possible outside by the entrance.
HOW DOES THE ACTIVITY WORK?
(example for a morning time slot)
10:20 (10:20 AM): arrival by car
10:30 (10:30 AM): check-in at reception
10:35 (10:35 AM): walk / guided tour on the banana plantation
11:15 (11:15 AM): tasting (jam, chocolate, gofio, mojo, wine) and souvenir shop
11:45 (11:45 AM): walk on the banana plantation
12:15 (12:15 PM): finish
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Although Tenerife does not have zero tolerance for alcohol consumption, we still recommend that the driver does not consume alcohol (banana wine).
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Low - the activity is easy to complete
AVAILABLE LANGUAGES
Guided tour language: Spanish, English
Staff: Spanish, English
GUIDED: language skills required
SELF-GUIDED: no language skills required (although they may be helpful during the tasting)
INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR BOOKING
From the person making the booking:
• name as shown on official documents
• email address
• phone number
• billing address
RECOMMENDED BOOKING PERIOD
2 months - 14 days in advance
BOOKING DEADLINE
4 days in advance
RECOMMENDED BOOKING PERIOD
2 months - 14 days in advance
BOOKING DEADLINE
4 days in advance
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• children aged 0-4 can attend the programme free of charge
• children aged 0-17 may only take part in the programme when accompanied by an adult
• you may only take part in the programme on the exact date and at the exact time stated in the booking
• the starting time depends on the season
• arrival 5 minutes before the start of the programme is recommended
• SELF-GUIDE: participation in the programme does not require language skills (although they may be helpful during the tasting)
• GUIDED: language skills are required to take part in the programme
• taking photos and videos during the programme is permitted
• both the SELF-GUIDED and GUIDED ticket types include the tasting
• souvenirs are also available for purchase at the venue
• leaving the designated trails during the programme is prohibited
• in accordance with local regulations, toilet paper must be placed in the bins provided in the toilets
• the driver should refrain from drinking alcohol if possible
• in extreme weather conditions, the programme may be modified or cancelled (details: FAQ)
HEALTH INFORMATION
• the programme is accessible
• the programme can also be attended during pregnancy, but alcohol consumption is not recommended
• difficulty level: low - the programme is easy to complete
HOW SHOULD YOU PREPARE?
• layered, comfortable clothing
• closed, sturdy, flat-soled and comfortable footwear
• headwear (a cap or hat)
• mineral water (min. 1 litre (approx. 34 US fl oz) per person)
FINESTPASS™ PRO tip
• SELF-GUIDED: it is worth checking the tasting times and reserving a seat approx. 10 minutes in advance
• best seats: central, shaded areas
PARKING | the banana plantation car park (free)
ENTRANCE
en 
La Estrella
1.5 / 2 hours
4.7 (2.0 K)
