The most incredible adventure experiences in Tenerife
Adventure tourism in Tenerife is a great option to choose if you are planning your holidays on the island. The fantastic climate of the Canary Islands offers ideal temperatures for all kinds of activities throughout the year.
The adventure begins where the plans end.
If you like adventure, Tenerife has all the activities you can imagine. Among them are the experiences that we are going to present to you in more detail below. With different levels of difficulty, price and duration, we have at your disposal: karting, motor or sailing, paragliding, 4×4 safaris, paddle surfing, jetski and diving.
Always remember that, although any time is perfect to travel to the island, water activities are a little more difficult in winter as the sea is usually slightly unstable. Don’t forget to bring sunscreen in your suitcase. It is essential to use it while you are not in the shade.
Don’t let the adventure stop you from the location of your accommodation in Tenerife! Many of the companies that organize excursions give the possibility of picking up their clients at the hotel where they are staying. You will avoid driving on unfamiliar streets and the parking problems of some areas.
You’re ready in 3,2,1..We’re going on an adventure!
The most popular adventure activities in Tenerife
Some of the most interesting adventure activities in Tenerife to do are:
Navigate: You can rent boats with and without crew (captain and at least one sailor). If you want to hire it barehanded, you will need to have the proper driver’s licenses for the boat you want to rent. There are rental companies in both the north and south of Tenerife. Remember that the north has a calmer sea with less wind compared to the southern area. But don’t worry, on both sides of the island you can enjoy the ocean in all its glory. On the other hand, if you want to fish, we recommend you read the fishing articles on our blog. You will find all the necessary information so that you can spend a fun day between hooks and rods.
Karting: There are four karting companies in Tenerife. Two located in the north and the other two in the south of the island. They all have tracks of different sizes and complexity. You can visit the ones you like the most and have a different experience in each of them. Karting companies do not offer hotel pick-up. These companies usually have an area where you can leave the little ones so that they can wait safely for the adults to finish the circuit.
For the most daring…
Paragliding: There is a wide variety of companies that offer paragliding in different locations on the island. With this activity you will live a great adventure in Tenerife! You will observe its microclimates and various scenarios from a bird’s eye view. A perfect experience for the bravest. Remember to put a harness on your camera or mobile phone so you don’t lose them due to a gust of air when you take your commemorative photos. Many of these flights end at the island’s beaches, so you can relax near the sea when you land.
Safaris 4×4: Most of these companies that offer 4×4 Safaris are located in the south of Tenerife. They offer excursions through El Médano, Los Cristianos, Vilaflor, El Teide… Hop on the 4×4 and enjoy the beautiful landscapes as you make your way through varied scenarios. You will be assisted by an expert guide who will give you all kinds of details and information about the fauna, flora and history of the area. A unique experience worth trying.
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Paddle Surfing: Although it is not as popular as traditional surfing, this sport has multiple enclaves to carry it out along the coast. You will have the opportunity to rent the equipment or take individual or group lessons. Many of the island’s beaches are sheltered from the wind, offering a perfect environment for practicing the activity. If you are an expert, beaches with more waves await you where you can demonstrate your skills with a wilder sea. Go ahead and try it this holiday!
Jetski: Take advantage of the good weather and the many coves and beaches that are not accessible on foot by renting a Jetski. You can book it on your own, as part of a guided tour of specific places on the coast or reed with marine life watching excursions. It should be noted that the minimum age to drive is 18 years old, although the age to be a passenger is usually reduced to 12 years old.
Scuba diving: one of the most popular activities on the island. Scuba diving, both lungdiving and scuba diving, is an experience that no one should miss. There are courses, scuba diving baptisms and numerous boat trip services that include stops at secluded coves to enjoy the dive. If you wish, you can also practice it on your own. Tenerife has a wide variety of seabeds along its entire perimeter, so wherever you go, you will have a different view. Remember that it is preferable and recommended to have at least one companion to do scuba diving.
"If you like adventure, Tenerife has all the activities you can imagine."
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The island tends to welcome more tourists in the summer months, so if you want a less busy experience, try coming in winter or spring. Prices in hotels and in some activities are usually lower because they are out of high season. Even so, you will still be able to enjoy all the experiences.
If you plan your summer vacation, don’t miss a hat, fresh cotton clothes and sunscreen in your suitcase. The Canary Islands have a subtropical climate that makes the sun shine almost all year round. Take care of yourself and your family! Avoid being outdoors unprotected between 12 and 4 p.m., which is when the sun hits hardest.
Finally, visit our website to find the best opportunities to have an adventure in Tenerife that you will never forget. If you want to alternate these activities with options to relax and continue exploring the island, don’t miss our Nature section.
What are you waiting for to live an authentic adventure in Tenerife? Be amazed by all the hidden beauty of the island and discover it from all angles: paragliding, on the land face in 4×4, over the sea sailing and diving in the depths of the sea.
We hope you enjoy the island and all these exciting activities on your vacation!