The Teide Crater tour is for those who are not satisfied with simply photographing Tenerife’s most iconic natural landmark from a distance. This programme is for travellers who truly want to reach the highest point in Spain and experience the special high-mountain atmosphere that only the summit of Mount Teide can offer.
The programme starts with a mandatory bus transfer from either the south or the north, so you can reach Teide National Park comfortably.
The lower station of the Teide Cable Car is located at approximately 2,350 metres (7,710 feet) above sea level. From here, the cabins take around 8 minutes to ascend to the upper station at La Rambleta, at approximately 3,555 metres (11,663 feet), where one of Teide National Park’s most exceptional high-mountain routes, the Telesforo Bravo trail, continues towards the summit.
One of the main advantages of this tour is that the required permit for the restricted summit trail is already included in the programme, so you do not need to apply for it separately.
This route is not a simple walk: due to the altitude, the volcanic terrain and the unique surroundings, it is a real mountain experience - and that is exactly what makes it so memorable.
As you climb higher, the landscape changes completely. The black lava flows, volcanic rocks, sulphur smell and crater surroundings give the tour a truly special atmosphere. Near the summit, you may genuinely feel as if you were walking on another planet.
From the top of Mount Teide, on a clear day, you can enjoy breathtaking views over Tenerife and the surrounding Canary Islands. Gran Canaria, La Gomera, El Hierro and La Palma may appear on the horizon, and in rare cases even Fuerteventura and Lanzarote can be seen. This is not just a viewpoint, but one of Tenerife’s strongest natural experiences: a physical challenge, a personal achievement and a view that is hard to experience anywhere else.
This programme is an especially good choice if you want to reach the summit of Mount Teide but do not want to complete the full, almost 11-kilometre (6.8 miles) ascent on foot from Montaña Blanca. The cable car significantly shortens and simplifies the route, while the final section to the summit remains a genuine, active high-mountain experience.
The tour also includes access to the “Science and Legend” exhibition at the Teide Cable Car Visitors’ Centre, where you can better understand the volcano’s history, geological importance and the Guanche legends connected to Mount Teide.
This is not the simplest way to visit Mount Teide, but the most complete Teide experience: transfer, cable car, local guide, restricted summit trail, volcanic landscape and the highest point in Spain in one single programme. It is a much more complete choice than a simple cable car visit.
WHERE AND WHEN?
Teide National Park
Every day
approx. 10:15 (10:15 AM)
Transfer pick-up from the south and the north usually takes place between 7:00 (7 AM) and 9:40 (9:40 AM), depending on where you are staying and which pick-up point you choose.
The programme can only be started on the date specified in the booking.
PARKING
(if you arrive by car)
Parking is possible around the meeting point stated in the confirmation.
⚠️ Do not leave valuables in the car
PICK-UP POINT
At the meeting point stated in the confirmation.
PROGRAMME TYPE
Outdoor
PREGNANCY
The programme is not suitable during pregnancy.
ACCESSIBILITY
/wheelchair or pushchair/
No
PETS
Pets are not allowed on the programme.
ARRIVAL ORDER
The order of arrival is not important.
(for a better view from the cable car, it is worth standing on the downhill-facing side)
TOILET FACILITIES
There are no toilet facilities on the bus, but they are available at the lower and upper cable car stations.
IMPORTANT! In accordance with local regulations, toilet paper must be placed in the bins provided in the toilet facilities.
SMOKING
Smoking is prohibited throughout the entire area of Teide National Park.
HOW DOES THE PROGRAMME WORK?
(example with a southern pick-up time)
8:30 (8:30 AM): boarding the bus (e.g. in Adeje)
9:50 (9:50 AM): arrival at the lower cable car station, with toilet facilities available (2,350 m / 7,710 ft)
10:00 (10 AM): the guides divide participants into smaller groups
10:15 (10:15 AM): departure by cable car towards the upper station
10:23 (10:23 AM): arrival at the upper cable car station (3,555 m / 11,663 ft)
10:30 (10:30 AM): start of the guided walking tour on the Telesforo Bravo trail (length: approx. 614 metres / 0.38 miles)
11:15 (11:15 AM): arrival at the summit of Mount Teide, the highest point in Spain (3,715 m / 12,188 ft)
11:30 (11:30 AM): walking back down towards the upper station (length: approx. 614 metres / 0.38 miles)
12:15 (12:15 PM): departure downwards by cable car
12:23 (12:23 PM): arrival at the lower cable car station (2,350 m / 7,710 ft)
12:30 (12:30 PM): exhibition, souvenir shopping and toilet facilities
12:45 (12:45 PM): departure by bus back to the south
14:15 (2:15 PM): getting off the bus (e.g. in Adeje)
WHAT SHOULD YOU PACK?
• layered, comfortable, warm clothing
• closed, comfortable, non-slip shoes or hiking boots (open shoes are not permitted)
• headwear, such as a cap or hat - something the wind cannot easily blow off your head
• quality sunglasses, preferably polarised
• sunscreen due to the strong UV radiation
• drinking water (minimum 1.5 litres / 51 fl oz)
• a small amount of food or an energy-rich snack
• ID card or passport for every participant
⚠️ in winter, snowy or icy conditions, the route to the summit can only be completed with suitable equipment: technical clothing, crampons and an ice axe are required (these can usually also be purchased at the lower cable car station)
INFORMATION
• children aged 0-5 cannot take part in the programme
• pregnant women cannot take part in the programme
• participation is not recommended for people with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, such as asthma or COPD
• people with rheumatic or musculoskeletal conditions cannot take part in the programme, as the section leading to the summit is high-altitude, steep and physically demanding
• due to the high altitude, some participants may experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath or feeling unwell; in this case, the guide must be informed immediately and, if necessary, the participant should descend to a lower altitude
• the two side viewpoints starting from the upper cable car station cannot be visited on this programme; the summit hike fills the available time, and the group must return to the bus according to schedule
• cable car operation depends on weather conditions - in extreme weather, the programme may be modified or cancelled (important details: see cancellation conditions below)
• in the event of an exceptional technical or operational issue, it may be necessary to return downhill on foot via the designated route (approx. 11 km / 6.8 miles)
• photography and video recording are permitted during the programme
⚠️ the ID card or passport number used for the booking must match the document presented on the day of the programme. If the original document has expired, been lost, replaced, or a new document has been issued due to a name change, then alongside the new valid document, a good-quality scanned or photographed copy of the original document used for the booking must also be shown from a phone. Without this, participation in the programme is not possible
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
High - good physical condition and adequate stamina are required
AVAILABLE LANGUAGES
Guided tour language: Spanish, English
Staff: Spanish, English
Participation requires a basic level of language understanding.
TICKET TYPES
PICK-UP IN THE SOUTH: bus pick-up and return take place in the southern part of Tenerife
PICK-UP IN THE NORTH: bus pick-up and return take place in the northern part of Tenerife
Tickets are accepted both digitally and in printed form.
INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR BOOKING
From the person making the booking:
• name as shown on official documents
• email address
• phone number
• billing address
From every participant:
• name as shown on official documents
• ID card or passport number
LATEST BOOKING TIME
30 days in advance
USEFUL INFORMATION
• you can only take part in the programme on the exact date and at the exact time stated in the booking
• the bus transfer is mandatory; you cannot join the programme directly by private car
• layered, comfortable, warm clothing is required
• closed, comfortable, non-slip shoes or hiking boots are required (open shoes are not permitted)
• in winter - snowy or icy - conditions, technical clothing, an ice axe and crampons are required
• headwear is required, such as a cap or hat - something the wind cannot blow off your head
• quality sunglasses, preferably polarised, are recommended
• sunscreen is recommended (due to the strong UV radiation)
• drinking water is required (min. 1.5 litres (51 US fl oz) per person)
• a small amount of food or an energy-rich snack is recommended
• every participant must bring the identity card or passport whose number was provided at the time of booking
• for a better view from the cable car, it is worth standing on the downhill-facing side
• difficulty level: high - good physical condition and adequate stamina are required
• participation is not recommended for people with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, such as asthma or COPD
• people with rheumatic or musculoskeletal conditions cannot take part in the programme
• due to the high altitude, some participants may experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath or feeling unwell; in this case, the guide must be informed immediately and, if necessary, the participant should descend to a lower altitude
• the two side viewpoints starting from the upper cable car station cannot be visited on this programme
• in accordance with local regulations, toilet paper must be placed in the bins provided in the toilet facilities
• cable car operation depends on weather conditions - in extreme weather, the programme may be modified or cancelled (important details: "Cancellation conditions" below)
• in the event of an exceptional technical or operational issue, it may be necessary to return downhill on foot via the designated route (approx. 11 km (6.8 miles))
LOWER STATION
UPPER STATION
UPPER STATION | TOILET FACILITIES (about 50 metres (164 ft) on foot)
TEIDE CRATER (about 650 metres (2,133 ft) on foot)
TICKET TYPES
PICK-UP IN THE SOUTH: bus pick-up and return take place in the southern part of Tenerife
PICK-UP IN THE NORTH: bus pick-up and return take place in the northern part of Tenerife
Tickets are accepted both digitally and in printed form.
PRICES
| Adult (14-) | Child (6-13) | Child (0-5) |
| PICK-UP IN THE SOUTH | €178 | €89 | NO |
| PICK-UP IN THE NORTH | €178 | €89 | NO |
CANCELLATION POLICY
1/ Once the reservation has been confirmed, changes or cancellations are not possible. This is due to the way the Teide National Park permit issuing system works.
2/ If weather conditions mean that the cable car is not operating at the time of the programme, the Teide Crater tour will be replaced by a visit to the National Park and an alternative hiking route. In this case, the refunded amount will be €126 / adult and €63 / child.
3/ If the cable car is operating but Teide National Park staff close the trail leading to the summit, the programme will include a visit to the National Park, ascent by cable car to La Rambleta, followed by an alternative hiking route. In this case, the refunded amount will be €86 / adult and €43 / child.
4/ If the cable car is operating but there is ice or snow on the trail leading to the summit, the hike can only be completed with the appropriate equipment. Required equipment: technical clothing, crampons and an ice axe. If you do not have the required equipment, you can purchase it at the official shop of the Teide Cable Car Visitors’ Centre. If you are not properly equipped, access to the summit trail will be denied, and in this case no date change or refund will be possible.
5/ If you do not show up for the programme, or if due to your late arrival the provider can no longer ensure your participation, the booking will automatically be considered used. In this case, the opportunity to participate is lost, and the amount paid is non-refundable.
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Teide National Park
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