Quad tour to Teide National Park from Puerto de la Cruz

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

3 hours (approx.)

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; drivers should be comfortable mounting and controlling an ATV and handling short walks at altitude.

Overview

Race above a sea of clouds and across frozen lava on this half-day quad tour from Puerto de la Cruz. Stop at La Caldera, follow historic trails along the Circo de las Cañadas, and spend an hour at Teide’s lunar slopes—gear and snacks included.

Quad tour to Teide National Park from Puerto de la Cruz

Jeep

ATV/UTV

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Date

Thu, Oct 30

Travelers

The engine settles into a steady growl and the road narrows, trading palm-lined avenues for basalt scars and wind-swept scrub. Within twenty minutes the coast is a memory; above you, Teide pinches the horizon like an old, volcanic ruler. The quad excursion from Puerto de la Cruz threads through Aguamansa, pauses at La Caldera, and climbs into an otherworldly ring of lava and ash—an ascent that crosses a literal sea of clouds and finishes in a moonscape palette of ochre, rust and glassy black basalt.

Adventure Photos

Quad tour to Teide National Park from Puerto de la Cruz photo 1

Adventure Tips

Driver’s license required

If you plan to operate the quad, bring a valid driving license and check that it’s accepted in Spain; passengers don’t need a license.

Layer up for altitude

Temperatures can drop quickly above 2,000 m—pack a windproof layer and a lightweight insulating jacket.

Footwear matters

Closed, sturdy shoes with good grip are mandatory—avoid sandals or canvas slip-ons for stability on volcanic scree.

Watch the weather

Tours may be canceled in poor conditions—confirm pick-up the day before and leave extra time for mountain microclimates.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Canary lizard (Gallotia species)
Common kestrel

History

The Siete Cañadas follows historic Camino Real routes that linked northern and southern settlements before modern roads; Teide’s slopes were significant in Guanche culture.

Conservation

Teide National Park is protected—stay on authorized tracks, avoid disturbing endemic flora, and choose operators that use designated routes to minimize erosion.