Garachico Norte Tour in French: Masca, Icod de los Vinos and Teide Day Trip from Puerto de la Cruz
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with light to moderate fitness; able to handle several short hikes and standing during photo stops.
Overview
A full-day French-language tour that threads Garachico, Icod de los Vinos, Masca and Teide National Park into a panoramic day trip from Puerto de la Cruz. Expect dramatic coastal pools, an ancient dragon tree, terraced villages and high volcanic plateaus—plus lunch and a guided walking route in Teide.
Garachico Norte Tour in French: Masca, Icod de los Vinos and Teide Day Trip from Puerto de la Cruz
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You step off the coach into a town that still carries the memory of lava. Black rock hunkers into the sea, and saltwater fills natural pools that wink under low winter light. The guide—speaking only in French for this curated group—points to a jagged scar on the cliff where Garachico lost a harbor in the 1706 eruption. That story is the tour’s overture; what follows moves quickly between seaside austerity, mountain air and the wide, volcanic stage of Teide National Park.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Start early
Pickup from Puerto de la Cruz begins around 07:50–08:10; arrive early to avoid delays and get the best light at coastal stops.
Layer for altitude
Temperatures drop sharply in Teide—bring a windproof midlayer even if the coast feels warm.
Footwear matters
Choose hiking shoes with grippy soles—cobblestones, volcanic scree, and coastal rock can all be slippery.
Sun and hydration
Use high SPF, sunglasses and carry 1.5 L+ of water; bottled water is provided but refill points are scarce in the park.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Tenerife lizard (Gallotia galloti) often sunning on rocks
- Seabirds and gulls along the coast; occasional raptors over the ravines
History
Garachico’s 1706 lava flow buried the original port, reshaping the town and coastline; nearby Icod’s Drago milenario is a cultural emblem tied to the island’s Guanche past.
Conservation
Teide National Park is a protected area—stay on marked trails to protect fragile endemic plants and respect altitude-sensitive wildlife; water is scarce, so minimize single-use plastics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Grip and ankle support for cobbles, rocky coastlines and loose volcanic trails.
Layered clothing (light fleece + wind shell)
Coastal sun can give way to cold, windy conditions at higher elevations.
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Strong UV at all elevations; reflection off rocks increases exposure.
summer specific
1.5–2 L reusable water bottle
Hydration is essential—bottled water is provided but refills are limited.
summer specific