Traces of Volcano

Anaga is one of the oldest parts of the island. On this route you will discover the dismantling of the oldest volcanoes Tenerife. Erosion has left astounding landscapes, deep ravines, imposing rocks and where man has had the ability to adapt and take advantage of their resources. The volcanic soil provides optimal conditions for fine wines, that have marked the history of Taganana. On this tour you will have the opportunity to meet, enjoy and taste the product in a traditional wine cellar.

The route begins at the Plaza de Afur, at an altitude of 250 m, descend through the canyon to its mouth on the beach of Tamadiste, then taking the coast road to the village of El Chorro. From here we continue to the village of Taganana to move to the beach and Benijo Roque, where we see how the passage of time has eroded the coast leaving one of the best sandy beaches of Anaga.

TRAVEL INFORMATION:

  • Distance: 7 km.
  • Duration: 7 h ( 5 h caminata + tasting + Further along the coast + transfer time )
  • Difficulty: media

MEETING PLACE AND TIME: Plaza del Adelantado ( The Laguna ) to 8:30 h

PRICE: 38 €. This route is done with transport

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Proper footwear ( hiking boots ), Sun protection, cap, water and picnic

Taborno: Share the traditions

The Taborno hamlet is located on the crest of one of the mightiest gorges Anaga, Afur. In this village observe the evolution of traditional Canarian architecture and human adaptation to this rural. One of the activities of great importance from the aboriginal time has been grazing that has marked the daily life of the inhabitants of Taborno. In a pen and see how you milk cheese made using traditional enjoying a small taste. Linked to the daily life of the shepherds develops a particular technique, that lets you navigate quickly through these places as wild. In a display of Salto del Pastor will show different jumps.

TRAVEL INFORMATION:

  • Duration: 4:30 h ( 3:30 h caminata + transfer time )
  • Distance: 4, 41 km
  • Ramp: 90 m
  • Difficulty: drop

MEETING PLACE AND TIME: Cruz del Carmen to the 9 h

PRICE: 25€

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Proper footwear, Sun protection, cap, water