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Lava Slopes and Ocean Route: Teleférico-Montaña Blanca-Minas de San José
A full day walk of about 7.1 km through Tenerife and Teide National Park, with the main interest in lava ground, pine sections and open volcanic slopes.
- Distance
- 6.5 km
- Time
- 1 h 55 min
- Elevation gain
- —
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- One-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
The route is a linear itinerary of about 7.1 km in Tenerife and Teide National Park. The elevation profile should be checked on a relief map before the trip. The main reference points are Teide, El Portillo, Teide Cable Car, which help with orientation at the start, along the route and near the finish.
The route is best approached at a steady pace, with time kept for stops, navigation checks and rough or wet sections.
Route suitability
Without a car
Hard
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Use TITSA buses from La Orotava, Puerto de la Cruz, Costa Adeje or Los Cristianos where the schedule fits the route.
By car
It is easier to connect starts inside Teide National Park, but roads are high mountain roads and viewpoint parking fills quickly.
Parking
Use parking at Teide Cable Car, El Portillo, Parador, Boca Tauce and official trail starts.
What to expect
Teleférico-Montaña Blanca-Minas de San José
Teide
El Portillo
Teide Cable Car
lava ground
Difficult sections and safety
Sun, open slopes and slippery stone after rain are the main things to watch. Start early in hot weather and carry more water than usual.
How much time to allow
Easy day outing
2-4 h
With long stops
up to half a day
Best time to go
Spring and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons around Teide
In summer, start early and carry extra water
After heavy rain, stone and clay sections can be slippery
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
sun protection
extra water
Route markers
0
Elevation profile
There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.
Route photos
9 photos
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Use TITSA buses from La Orotava, Puerto de la Cruz, Costa Adeje or Los Cristianos where the schedule fits the route
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
Can I download GPX and KML?
Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 6.5 km, moderate.
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