Tenerife is often called a paradise island and for good reason! The island experiences sunshine around the year and offers an exceptional choice of cuisine set against the stunning background of Mount Teide Volcano. Tenerife is the biggest and also the highest of the seven Canary Islands. It is called the "Island of eternal spring" because of its equilibrated climate. It offers a complete range of leisure activities to satisfy all kinds of tastes. Its exceptional climate guarantees a pleasant holiday at any time of the year!

The landscape of Tenerife

The high number of endemic species of flora and fauna make the natural environment of Tenerife surprising, but there is also an enormous diversity of landscapes and several distinct topographies. Around 45% of the total area of the island is under some form of protection. This includes the Teide National Park, the highest mountain in Spain. Tenerife is a true paradise with over 350 kilometres of coastline, a wide variety of beaches with golden or volcanic sand, family-friendly beaches, hidden beaches, nudist beaches and that’s without including the unique natural seawater pools of Tenerife.

Large cities on Tenerife

A stroll around the streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the capital, is a fascinating experience, offering a glimpse of its outstanding heritage. Other sites worth seeing are the Cañadas del Teide along with Puerto de la Cruz, La Laguna, La Orotava, Icod de los Vinos, los Gigantes cliffs, Garachico, Anaga and the borough of Arico.

Tourist attractions on Tenerife

To climb to the summit of the Teide at a height of 3,718 metres is a unique experience. On the outskirts of Santa Cruz you will find the Botanical Gardens, the Loro Park, the Butterfly House, and Aguilas del Teide. Not to miss are the Gigantes Cliffs and the unusual seawater swimming pools of Tenerife. Tourists with other tastes will find a great and varied nightlife.

Sports activities on Tenerife

The diversity of the island scenery allows you to enjoy extraordinary natural treasures. You can combine a peaceful stay with some healthy walking, rural tourism, golf or a beach holiday in the sun with a slightly more high risk sport like windsurfing, climbing, sailing, paragliding, diving or horseback riding.

Gastronomic characteristics of Tenerife

Canarian cooking is Mediterranean in style but with its own unique character. Fish is probably the most common Canarian staple and usually accompanied by one of a large selection of Mojo sauces. Along with a delicious cuisine, the Island produces wine as well.

The climate of Tenerife

Tenerife has one of the most pleasant and mildest climates in the world. Spring temperatures dominate throughout the year. The average lies between 20ºC in winter and 25ºC in summer. The South of the island is regularly warmer and sunnier than the North.