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Alameda del Duque de Santa Elena, Santa Cruz de Tenerife for free It was built in 1797 by order of the Commander General of the Canaries, Marquis of Branciforme, and by popular subscription. It was the place to walk for families from Santa Cruz, and was a real balcony overlooking the sea, from which you could see the arrival of people to the capital's port. One of the most famous visits in living memory was that of King Alfonso XIII. The environment has been recently restored following the project of the Swiss architects Herzog & De Meuron. The work has included the rebuilding of a replica of The Alameda porch. [ + plus ]

Aqualand, Costa Adeje A world of water attractions for the whole family to enjoy, experience a mixture of water slides of all different shapes and sizes, from adrenaline rushes to moments of relax whilst watching the little ones enjoy themselves at their very own water playground, Children's Paradise. Aqualand has something for everyone. [ + plus ]

Auditorium Adán Martín, Santa Cruz de Tenerife The Tenerife Auditorium Adán Martí­n was designed by the architect Santiago Calatrava to be a benchmark cultural and architectural space for the island. The Auditorium was opened in 2003 and offers a wide variety of well-established cultural, musical and conference events, in addition to being the official home of the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra. It is also home to the Tenerife DanzaLab project, which was created to provide the dance profession in Tenerife with a space that can be used for research, experimentation, exploration, fusion and improvisation. The Tenerife Auditorium’s extensive programme of cultural events such as theatrical productions, dance and music of all kinds makes it the top destination for lovers of varied artistic spectacles. [ + plus ]

Barranco del Infierno, Tenerife Sur Barranco del Infierno is a deep gorge with latelar slopes, created by water erosion over a seven million years period. The trail starts at a 350 meters altitude, in the town of Adeje, next to the old mill. The barranco narrows as we walk through it and its vertical walls seem to close over the visitor's head. The first part of the trail, in the most low and dry areas, passes through an hillside populated by tabaibas and cardoons. Higher, when the soil gets damper, willows lay on barranco's riverbed. Species as dragos and sabinas cover the unaccessible slopes, hanging on rocks as expert tightrope walkers, while pinetrees start to appear at distance. At the end of the trail, there is a majestic 200 meters high waterfall. [ + plus ]

Basílica de Nuestra Seí±ora de la Candelaria, Tenerife East for free At the end of the 14th century, some one hundred years before the conquest of Tenerife, a Gothic carving of the Virgin of Candelaria appeared on the coasts of the Güí­mar Valley. The Guanches worshipped this statue and gave it the name of Chaxiraxi. From 1526, this image remained in the sanctuary that the second governor of Tenerife, Pedro Fernández de Lugo, ordered to be built. However, this primitive statue disappeared during a torrential rainstorm in 1826. The current statue is the work of Fernando Estévez from Tenerife, completed in 1827. The basilica is the work of architect Enrique Marrero Regalado. It was built in 1959 thanks to the initiative of the Bishop of Tenerife, Domingo Pérez Cáceres, who was born in Güí­mar. It is built in a regional style, with three naves, a roof that imitates the Mudejar style and crowned with a 25-metre high dome. The central tower stands over 45 metres high and includes a typical Canarian balcony. The main chapel contains the statue of the Virgin of Candelaria, which Pope Clement VIII proclaimed the patron saint of the Canarian Archipelago in 1599. This title was ratified in 1867 by Pope Pius IX. Inside there are murals by José Aguiar and works by the painter Martí­n González. Other works include the Christ of Reconciliation, a baroque monstrance (the vessel used by the Roman Catholic Church to display the Eucharist, during Adoration) made in the 18th century, and a baptism font of great historical value from the 16th century. Although the liturgical festival of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria takes place on the 2nd of February, on the 15th of August her appearance is celebrated. On this date people from all over the island make a pilgrimage to the basilica. The nearby fountain is called the Pilgrims' Fountain. To one side of the basilica is the Dominican Monastery, built in 1803 after the original monastery caught fire. The monastery is run by the Dominicans, who since 1530 have been the chaplains of the Candelaria Basilica. Once you have passed the monastery you arrive at a cave called the Cueva de Achbinico or of San Blas, where the Guanches placed the original image, whose archeological importance is demonstrated. Next to the Plaza de la Patrona de Canarias there are large, bronze statues of nine Guanche Menceyes (Kings) by the sculptor José Abad from Tenerife. [ + plus ]

Buddhist Center, Costa Adeje for free The Centre aims at teaching in the purest way the principles of Mahayana buddhist philosophy. [ + plus ]

Camel Park, Tenerife Sur The Canary Islands, a few miles from the West African coast of Western Sahara, have, in some parts, a climate and vegetation suitable for life camel. Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and the southern part of Gran Canaria and Tenerife are desert climate zones, in which only the animal and the ass have been used without major adjustment problems. Due to these reasons of proximity and, shortly after the conquest of the islands by the Spanish began to arrive the first camels to the eastern islands, later extended throughout much of the islands. Its main use has been tilling the land and carrying loads and people, until a few years ago when the introduction of mechanical means has made this animal obsolete . Only in recent years, thanks to tourism, this animal has found once again a new way of life and appear in the landscape of the Canary Islands. Camel Park was the first camel breeding center in Tenerife. They started operations in 1988 with 15 camels on a banana farm located in Guaza and by 1993 they had managed to gather more than 60 animals. At that time, camel safaris took place on the mountain cliffs from Guaza to Palmar, and people were received back at the park with a Canarian meal and plenty of sangria to spare. In 1995 they bought a typical Canarian finca, situated between la Camella and Chayofa, and since then they have offered customers a welcoming environment, in touch with nature and in the company of farm animals. [ + plus ]

Climbers.es, Los Cristianos Kids track, or 3,5 meters above the ground in the adult intermediate track, or climb up to 10 meters above the ground in the agonistic track. 100% safe thanks to safety standards, trained personnel and EU certifications. [ + plus ]

Costa Martiánez Complex, Puerto de la Cruz The municipal complex of Costa Martiánez, the pride of Puerto de la Cruz, is one of the most widely admired examples of coastal transformation anywhere. A prestigious team of experts, led by the famous artist from Lanzarote, Cesar Manrique, carried out this work that blends in perfectly with traditional Canary Island architecture and boasts native plants and original sculptures. The artificial lake, with some 27,000 cubic metres of sea water, highlights the other four adult pools and three children´s pools. All is beautifully set in an original layout. There is a wide range of bars, restaurants, stalls and a Casino giving the complex a very special vitality and making it one of the most striking attractions of the whole island. [ + plus ]

Cueva del Santo Hermano Pedro, El Médano for free The Cave-Shrine of Santo Hermano Pedro, is a cave-shrine dedicated to Peter of Saint Joseph Betancur (Canary first saint). Located in the municipality of Granadilla de Abona, near El Medano. This cave is considered one of the most important pilgrimage spots of the Canary Islands, which annually attracts over 300.000 visitors. In this cave is where saint stood with his flock to rest to recover and walk again forces the way to his small village in the highlands of Vilaflor. Currently inside the cave is a wooden statue of the saint, the cave has a section that is completely surrounded with votive offerings of the faithful. [ + plus ]

Cueva del Viento, Tenerife North The Cueva del Viento (Cave of the Wind) is a volcanic cavity located in the district of Icod de los Vinos bearing the same name. Formed 27,000 years ago in basaltic lavas from the Pico Viejo volcano during its first eruptive phase, it is located in the foothills of Mount Teide. This tube is the fourth longest in the world (18 kilometres) and is a true labyrinthine network of underground passages, with many unexplored ramifications, which will permit the future expansion of its length as exploration continues. Apart from its size, the Cueva del Viento is noted for its unique geomorphology. Its network of galleries consists of three superimposed levels, a phenomenon that has not been noted anywhere else in the world. Its name is due to the significant flows of air that occur in its interior. Biologically the greatest relevance of this tube lies in its subterranean fauna which provides a constant source of new findings. The cave has a total of 190 known species. Of these, forty-eight are troglobites, animals that can live only in the subsurface environment. Among these species doomed to live in the dark, fifteen are new to science such as the eyeless cockroach Loboptera subterránea or the ground beetles or carabids Wolltinerfia martini and Woltinerfia tenerifae. From a geomorphological perspective, the Cueva del Viento features a wide variety of structures such as lava stalactites, lava cascades, side terraces and lava lakes among others, as well as exogenous concretions of different composition (calcium carbonate, cristobalite, and other silica compounds). Inside are also lots of vertebrate fossils of extinct animals like the giant rat and the giant lizard, and other skeletal remains of extinct species in Tenerife such as the Rook and the Houbara Bustard. [ + plus ]

El Drago Milenario, Tenerife NorthWest for free Legends say that when dragons die they become dragon trees, and it is obvious why this living fossil is one of the symbols of the Canary Islands, and maybe even the greatest treasure of Canarian flora. When one looks at its peculiar shape, it is also not surprising that the tree was considered a divine tree by the early inhabitants of the islands. Until recently, Dracaena draco was considered to be native to Madeira, the Canary Islands and Cape Verde; however, it has now also been found in wild populations in Morocco. The islands are home to a number of impressive dragon trees. The great explorer and naturalist Alexander von Humboldt was greatly impressed when in the Franchy Gardens he saw before him a giant 25-metre high dragon tree with a 23-metre circumference, although there has been disagreement regarding these measurements. This tree, unfortunately, disappeared following strong winds in 1867. Today, the largest and most famous dragon tree, which has a diameter of 20 metres at the base and is 17 metres high, stands majestically in Icod de Los Vinos (Tenerife). It weighs approximately 150 tonnes not including the roots. There has been much debate over the age of the tree, and some say it may be over 5000 years old; however, recent estimates suggest that the tree is no more than 800 to 1000 years old. [ + plus ]

Fiestas Luna LLenas El Topo, El Médano Music, art, good company, collaboration, acceptation... [ + plus ]

Garachico, Tenerife NorthWest for free Garachico is today one of the most important historical centers of the Canaries. The town itself nestles below a 500m+ (1500 ft) cliff, one of the least spoilt coastal area of Tenerife. There is no beach worth mentioning; the coastline is essentially volcanic debris, but this does give the town its charm and a reason to visit it. The rich legacy of past historical and artistic heritage and the special care has been taken in their preservation, earned him the award in 1980, the Gold Medal for Merit in Fine Arts. Respect for that legacy has enabled Garachico to present today a rich display of art in the Canaries, particularly of urbanism and traditional architecture of the Archipelago. [ + plus ]

Hop on Hop off BUS, Santa Cruz de Tenerife The five bright red open-top buses operate every day; the tour has 13 stops and will take in all the main sights in the capital beginning at the Plaza de España. The tour includes our lady of Africa city market, Garcia Sanabria Park, the delightful Ramblas, Plaza Pedro Schwartz and the impressive, avant-garde ocean front Tenerife Auditorium - designed by the internationally renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. Pass the city’s cruise terminal, which sees almost half a million passengers arrive each year, and take the tour to Playa de las Teresitas where you can soak up the sun on golden sands, swim in calm waters and enjoy stunning mountain views. Hop off at the Plaza de Espana which is situated in the oldest district of Santa Cruz and is the largest square in the Canary Islands. ROUTE: Plaza De España, Mercado Nuestra Spa. De Africa, Puerto Crucero, Cuartel De Almeida, Ayuntamiento De Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Parque Garcia Sanabria, Rambla De Santa Cruz, Plaza De Pedro Schwartz, Auditorio y Centro De Ferias y Congresos, El Corte Ingles, Estacion De Guaguas. [ + plus ]

Horse Riding, All Areas Horseriding brings you closer to nature while offering you the opportunity of a rusticated encounter with Tenerife. There are several riding centers in Tenerife tourists can resort to if passionate about riding or, why not, if willing to learn how to ride. [ + plus ]

Jeep Safari Tamarán, Las Américas ROUTES AND TOURS TEIDE - MASCA Departure: Playa de las Américas Available: from Monday to Saturday. Schedule: 09:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. approx. Attractions: Arona, Vilaflor, Parque Nacional del Teide, Masca Includes: driver service (without food, stop at a local restaurant) HALFDAY TEIDE Departure: Playa de las Américas Available: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Schedule: 09:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. approx. Attractions: Arona, Vilaflor, Teide National Park Includes: driver service, does not include food VIP ISLAND TOUR Departure: Playa de las Américas Available: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Schedule: from 09:15 a.m. to about 6:15 p.m.. Attractions: Masca, Buenavista, Los Silos, Garachico, La Orotava, El Teide, Vilaflor Includes: driver and food VIP TOUR ANAGA Departure: Playa de las Américas and Puerto de la Cruz Available: Tuesday Schedule: from 09:15 to about 17:30. Attractions: La Laguna, Las Mercedes, Taganana, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Includes: driver and food VIP TOUR TEIDE Departure: Puerto de la Cruz Available: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Schedule: from 09:15 a.m. to about 5:00 p.m. Attractions: La Orotava, Teide National Park, Santiago del Teide, volcano Chinyero Includes: driver and food [ + plus ]

Jungle Park, Tenerife Sur It is the only authentic jungle with wild vegetation in Europe, hosting more than 300 animals. More than 100 different species with 3 amazing and unforgettable shows. Animals, nature and lots of fun. [ + plus ]

Karting Club, Tenerife Sur Different Kart models are available: KART RT8 At Karting Club Tenerife you can try the latest technology in Karts and feel like a Pro! - Top Speed - Maximum comfort - Maximum stability around bends - Maximum protection for pilots - Ideal for over eighteens - Senior Track - 400 cc | 14 HP | 4 stroke SUPERKART SPECIAL - Ideal for over eighteens - Senior Track - 400 cc | 14 HP | 4 stroke SUPERKART - Ideal for over eighteens - Senior Track - 270 cc | 9 HP | 4 stroke COMPETITION - From 15 to 17 years old - Senior Track - 200 cc | 6.5 HP | 4 stroke CADET - From 10 a 14 years old - Junior Track - 180 cc | 6 HP | 4 stroke PONY - From 6 to 9 years old - Junior Track - 120 cc | 4 HP | 4 stroke TWIN - Two seats - One kid from 3 to 5 years old + an adult - Junior Track - 160 cc | 5.5 HP | 4 stroke WHICH KART TO CHOOSE? Karts for ADULTS For over eighteens you can choose between the RT8, the Superkart Especial and the Superkart. The RT8 is the most fast and aggressive model. The Superkart Especial is powerfull as the RT8, but a lot easier to drive. The Superkart is perfect for those who want to have fun without too much speed. Karts for < 18 Under eighteens can choose between 4 Kart models, each one is adapted to a specific age and each having different levels of power and speed. The Competicion Kart is the only one that under eighteens can drive on our Senior Track. The Two Seats is a two seater and it's ideally made for parents who want to enjoy a fantastic experience next to their children. AGE recommendation Each kart has a age recommendation, but there is always the possibility to reserve a superior kart by simply signing an authorization form by the parents. GROUP ACTIVITIES Three different types: MINI GRAND-PRIX - 3 warm-up laps (in one group) - 10 Race laps Prizes: - 1º Classified: Diploma - 2° Classified: Diploma - 3º Classified: Diploma Estimated total time. 30m Price: 45 € per person GRAND-PRIX - 3 warm-up laps (in one group) - 10 Laps (to determinate the starting position) - 10 Final Race laps Prizes: - 1º Classified: 1 Bottle of Cava + Diploma - 2° Classified: Diploma - 3º Classified: Diploma Estimated total time. 1h Price: 60 € per person SUPER GRAND PRIX - 4 warm-up laps (in groups) - 10 laps per group (the best times of each group will classify) - 10 consolation laps (para los que no se clasificaron) - 10 laps with the classified finalists Prizes: - 1º Classified: Trophy + 1 Bottle of Cava + Diploma - 2° Classified: Diploma - 3º Classified: Diploma Estimated total time. 2h Price: 65 € per person [ + plus ]

KiteCenter, El Médano Whether you are a complete beginner looking to start kitesurfing or a seasoned pro wanting to train in a wonderful place, El Médano and its beaches are the perfect place to go. MORE INFO FOR BEGINNERS / AMATEUR PRACTICIONERS Kitesurfing has become the most popular water sport and the fascination of gliding or hovering over the water with a kite and a board is attracting more and more people. In the meantime, the technical standard of kites has grown and the quality of teaching with it. This makes it possible to reach learning success in a relatively short time. KITECENTER PLAYA SUR offers his classes almost all-year long, thanks to the 290 days of wind available in this particular area of the island. The two locations are the beaches of El Médano and La Tejita. - El Médano is located directly in front of the school. This is where the basics are taught. Instructors will use specific teaching methods so students can handle the equipment without putting themselves or others at risk. For lessons in the water helmets with walkie-talkie receivers will be provided, so instructors can contact students at all times and help them to get on the board and surf for the first meters in as little time as possible. The wind blows diagonally onshore and when there’s little shorebreak lessons are offered for more advanced riders in a variety of styles, such as Freeride, Wakestyle, Kiteloops or even Waveriding La Tejita is 3 minutes away from El Médano and has perfect conditions for teaching larger groups. Wakestylers like to use La Tejita conditions to improve their level and share the water with windsurfers who are practising their freestyle. The wind blows diagonally offshore and a rescue boat will be ready to help out at all times during courses for larger groups. CLASSES AND COURSES Both individual classes and courses are offered. Each course has a 3 hour duration, and it can be taken either individually or in a group of maximum 4 people. COURSE 1 Theory, exercises on the beach, launching and landing of the kite, kitecontrol. COURSE 2 Practical training in the water, launching, waterstart, headphone supported teaching COURSE 3 Start and planing, advanced experience PRICING Check-up 30 minutes: 30.00 EUR 1-TO-1 Single class: 60.00 EUR 3-hour course: 145.00 EUR 2 PEOPLE Single Class (per person): 50.00 EUR 3-hour course: 115.00 EUR 3-4 PEOPLE Single Class (per person): 40.00 EUR 3-hour course: 90.00 EUR Wetsuit, helmet with headphones, lifejacket, harness and complete kite equipment included. [ + plus ]

Kitesurfing, El Médano for free Whether you are a complete beginner looking to start kitesurfing or a seasoned pro wanting to train in a wonderful place, El Médano and its beaches are the perfect place to go. [ + plus ]

La Caleta, Tenerife Sur for free Small fishing town, just outside Costa Adeje, with beaches and restaurants. [ + plus ]

Loro Parque, Puerto de la Cruz The Park is famous for it's many Parrots which you can view and enjoy as you move around the Park, but it's also sanctuary for a wide selection of endangered species from around the world. From the moment your visit begins, winding pathways will entice you into an exciting world where you can explore Katandra Treetops, the Thai Village and a magical kingdom in a relaxing environment. The attraction Park has dolphins which have always been a favourite with visitors as they perform their shows in the largest dolphin pool in Europe. Also, Orca whales are one of Loro Parques newest additions. You can see many wonderful animals when you visit the Park, it's a great day out for the whole family - young or old! And last but not least...You can find the largest population of Penguins in the world at Loro Parque - outside the Arctic regions, of course! [ + plus ]

Los Menceys de Candelaria, Tenerife East for free When the Europeans arrived on the island Tenerife was divided into nine kingdoms or "menceyatos," each one governed by a "Mencey" (king). In the district of Candelaria, near the capital of the island, there is a collection of huge, bronze sculptures that represent these last nine kings. The statues are located in the Plaza de la Candelaria next to the basilica of Candelaria. The STATUES are of Acaymo, Mencey of Tacoronte; Adjona, Mencey de Abona; Anaterve, Mencey of Güí­mar; Bencomo, Mencey of Taoro; Beneharo, Mencey of Anaga; Pelicar, Mencey of Icod; Pelinor, Mencey of Adeje; Romen, Mencey of Daute; Tegueste, Mencey of Tegueste. [ + plus ]

Lucha Canaria, All Areas for free Old yet still very popular tradition. A great experience to experience the local passion for what is both a sport and a cultural heritage of Canary Islands. [ + plus ]

Masca, Tenerife NorthWest for free The Rural Park of Teno, in the municipality of Buenavista del Norte (the Isla Baja region), is where one can find the deepest ravines of the island. Here, surrounded by amazing escarpments, lies the hamlet of Masca. This picturesque hamlet, which has been declared an area of ethnographical and architectural interest, is one of the best examples of the Canary Island´s natural architecture and in principle has been preserved due to the sheer difficulty in gaining access to the hamlet until recent years. The oldest building in the Masca valley is the Casa de los Avinculados, in Caserí­o de la Piedra. Masca´s small 18th century church is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. The Masca ravine is one of the most spectacular in the island. Its descent, down to the sea, is awesome. Many of the organised excursions end at the beach at the bottom of the ravine, where a boat collects trekkers to take them back to one of the coastal towns. [ + plus ]

Medioeval Adventure, Tenerife Sur MEDIOEVAL DINNER Explore a medioeval castle and enter the magic world of the Round Table Knights. Enjoy the medioeval banquet while assisting to a Knights' tournament. Yell and boo the Knight who fight for you, who will win or die for your honor. MENU Vegetable cream One full chicken with potatoes and mojo. Ice cream cake White and red wine Orange soda Mineral water and bread [ + plus ]

Monkey Park, Tenerife Sur Monkey Park is a breeding center for endangered animals. It was opened in 1991 as a pure leisure park. Over the years, giving the favorable climate conditions, they have specialized in Primates. The project is still a private initiative, moved by the sincere love the owners feel for animals. There are no shows; the only attractions are the animal themselves, free in behavior and movement in their natural reactions. From a visit, you can learn more about these animals, how they evolved, what they eat, how much they weigh, how long is their life cycle. [ + plus ]

Nelson's Challenge, Santa Cruz de Tenerife "NELSON´S CHALLENGE TOUR" offers a guided visit to the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, going all over museums and historical sites that recall the attack of rearadmiral Nelson in 1797 and tells the story of the city in its way to the recognition as capital of Tenerife and of the Canary Islands. The resistance to the attack of the English fleet commanded by rearadmiral Sir Horace Nelson and defended by General Gutierrez marks a milestone in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The last and most attractive location to visit will be the San Juan castle where a historical reenactment will give live to the tour with actors, performing in the roll of soldiers of the XVIII century, in an entertaining and participative way interacting with the visitors. The visit will go through Plaza de España, Alameda del Duque Santa Elena, the museum of Castillo de San Cristóbal, and finish with Castillo de San Juan where the visitors will relive an XVIII century castle. TOUR ROUTE 1. PLAZA DE ESPAÑA. Perfomance of the changing of the guard between Castillo San Cristóbal Museum and Alameda del Duque de Santa Elena in Plaza de España. 2. MUSEUM CASTILLO SAN CRISTÓBAL. Visit to the Museum where the famous “El Tigre” cannon is shown, supposedly responsible for taking Admiral Nelson´s right arm. 3. TOUR ACROSS THE CITY IN NELSON´S CHALLENGE "SHIP". After the visit of the museum of San Cristóbal, the "ship" will depart from Plaza de España across the city in a 15min sigthseing tour, towards San Juan´s Castle. 4. SAN JUAN´S CASTLE. Here you will enter an XVIII Century castle, guarded by soldiers, a prisoner, a sargent and angry duelists. You will live the experience of a historical reenacment and defend the castle from a pirate´s attack. 5. TENERIFE CHEESE AND WINE TASTING (extra service for 10.00 EUR, not available in August). Right beside the castle, in the Tenerife Auditorium, you will be able to watch a video about Nelson´s attack on the night of the 25th of July 1797, while you taste the Canary Islands "goodies". 6. RETURN TO PLAZA DE ESPAÑA, END OF THE TOUR. At the end, Nelson´s Challenge "ship" will return all the visitors to Plaza de España. [ + plus ]

Nudist Beaches, All Areas for free There are several beaches reserved to people practicing nudist and natural sun-bathing. Here is the LIST (with GPS coordinates): Playa de Diego Hernandez: (28.1042568, -16.7553567) Hippy beach (28.104068, -16.755850) Playa de Las Gaviotas (28.5122543, -16.1769491) Playa de La Pelada (28.057931, -16.524139) Playa de los Patos (28.417933, -16.519352) Playa de la Tejita (28.0311889, -16.556457) Playa de Montana Amarilla (28.009413, -16.639685) Punta del Puerto (28.041203, -16.709114) [ + plus ]

Ocean Swimming, All Areas for free First things first, you can swim in the sea at any time of the year in Tenerife. However, there are a few things that you need to know about swimming in the waters around Tenerife before taking the plunge. Sea temperatures around Tenerife’s coastline vary very little between summer and winter, staying around 19/22C. It’s a pleasant temperature for swimming in… as long as the sun is shining. Whilst sea temperatures change little throughout the year, the temperature above water does. It’s one thing diving into refreshing waters when thermometers are steaming at 30+ in summer, but diving into the same water when it’s winter and 21C on the beach is more likely to result in a high-pitched yelp. When you head to the sea on a sunny January day, the water feels welcoming enough. But if it clouds over and the sun’s warmth is stolen, it can be a very different and goose pimply picture. The biggest obstacle to swimming in the sea in Tenerife isn’t the temperature, it’s the waves. For anyone staying in the southern resorts of Los Cristianos, Playa de la Américas and Costa Adeje waves are less of a problem. Resort beaches tend to be man-made with protective breakwaters or even near a harbour which keeps the waves at bay most of the time. Playa Las Teresitas outside of Santa Cruz is the same and perfect for those who like the sea to be like a lagoon. Head north where beaches are more rugged, dramatic and exposed to the Atlantic and it’s a very different picture. La Orotava’s beaches at Playa Bollullo are some of the most attractive on Tenerife, but swimming there is only recommended if you’re as at home in the sea as the average mermaid. At Puerto de la Cruz, the ferocity of the Atlantic rollers can make a dip in the sea a bit of a lottery. Even if it’s a gloriously sunny day, the lifeguards could be flying a green flag (strip off and dive in), a yellow (dive in but don’t stray too far) or a red (no swimming even if you’re a dolphin). The worst time for lively waves is during the change of seasons. In October/November and March/April there can be some pretty spectacular displays on Tenerife’s beaches. If you venture onto the beaches without breakwaters during this period, keep an eye on the waves crashing on the sand; more than once we’ve had to leg it up the beach to escape wayward waves that threatened to drag our towels and clothes back into the deep blue. ompared to some places, sea-life around Tenerife is friendly but occasionally you have to be aware of potential hazards. The last few weeks have seen an invasion of jellyfish in some parts with El Médano, Los Cristianos, Playa San Juan and Los Gigantes suffering from an influx of the stingy, wobbly creatures. Lifeguards post warning notices if there are any dangers, so always take note of flags and signs before diving into the unknown. [ + plus ]

Palacio de Carta, Santa Cruz de Tenerife for free It was perhaps the best known place of Santa Cruz during the XVIII century. It is located in the Plaza de La Candelaria, it was ordered to be built in 1721 by Matí­as Rodrí­guez Carta, being finished in 1752. Inside, it has two courtyards of traditional Canarian style. It was the headquarters and, later, main office of a bank. It is the first building considered as Property of Cultural Interest of Santa Cruz and one of the first of Canary Islands. [ + plus ]

Paragliding, All Areas for free [ + plus ]

Paragliding, All Areas If you have never done it before, your first flight will be an experience that you will remember. [ + plus ]

Parque Cultural Viera y Clavijo, Santa Cruz de Tenerife for free The Viera y Clavijo Cultural Park is a garden area which is located very close to one of the entrances to the city. Inside the park you can find the old Colegio de la Asunción [school], a neo-gothic church established by a Belgian nuns congregation in 1905 which is a property of Cultural Interest. Subsequently it has become a centre for exhibitions, conferences. We also found the Teatro Pérez Minik and one of the most important sculptures of the First International Exhibition of Sculptures in the Street, "Femme Bouteille" by Joan Miró, a Cultural catalogued also as a Property of Cultural Interest. The park also has a small playground with swings and other areas for children. [ + plus ]

Parque Garcia Sanabria, Santa Cruz de Tenerife for free "Garcia Sanabria" Municipal Park is a real botanical garden where plants are combined with walks, fountains, stand bands and sculptures, making it the "lungs of Santa Cruz", the ideal place for leisure and rest of citizens. The contemporary sculptures of the park where brought from the 1st International Exhibition of Sculptures in the Street, held in the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, in December 1973 and January 1974. The main idea of this exhibition was to do a sample for the "enjoyment of the bystander." Thus, the citizen came across with three-dimensional objects, an "in and for the street "exhibition and without space limitations. In the Parque Garcí­a Sanabria, species of native canarian flowers have been planted as well as other exotic species from other continents, from countries of tropical and sub-tropical climate, therefore, it is "unofficially" considered the city's botanical garden. [ + plus ]

Playa Benijo, Tenerife North for free One of the best dark sand beaches in Canary Islands. Situated near the town of Benijos, the beach is 300 meters long and it has characterized by the presence of many volcanic rock monolites. [ + plus ]

Playa de Las Teresitas, Santa Cruz de Tenerife for free he golden sand of Playa de las Teresitas stretches for almost one mile (1.5 kilometres); palm trees sway in a gentle warm sea breeze and the beautiful calm waters are perfect for taking a dip to cool off. Welcome to what is widely regarded as one of the nicest beaches in the north of Tenerife. Sitting below the Anaga Mountains just outside of the capital Santa Cruz in the village of San Andrés, this beach is captivating and a great place to chill out and enjoy the sunshine. [ + plus ]

Playing Golf, All Areas [ + plus ]

Plaza de Espaí±a, Santa Cruz de Tenerife for free Plaza de España, which was built in 1929 on the site where the historic Saint Christopher Castle previously was, it is the biggest square in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and it occupies more than 5000 squared meters It is presided over by the Monuments to the Fallen, added in the 1944. The monument is a clear example of franquist architecture, which was in turn strongly influenced by italian fascist architecture. A cross-shaped tower has on its top a lookout and at its base an empty crypt, showing a set of allegorical sculptures. Recently, some remodeling works have been carried out under the direction of the Swiss architects Herzog and de Meuron, who added a central sea-water lake with a built-in geyser. There is also an underground gallery which allows to visit the ruins of the ancient castle. Plaza de España is situated between Plaza de la Candelaria and Avenida Marí­tima, close to the Harbour. The adjacent Alameda del Duque de Santa Elena, built at the end of 1787, is basically to be considered part of the square itself. Next to it, we can find the buildings of the Cabildo Insular de Tenerife, the Casino de Tenerife and other public offices and port authority delegations. [ + plus ]

Quad Safari, All Areas V.I.P. TOUR Organization for groups, friends, families, businesses or TO. The program can be made on the basis of available excursions or planned from scratch to adapt to the characteristics of the group and desires of the participants. There is also the possibility to combine this tour with other outdoor activities, jet-skiing, mountain biking, hiking... ROCKY TRAIL (1h 30m) Public: beginner to expert Minimum age: 14 years old (the license is not required) Ascent / Descent: 0m Distance: 15 km This is a fairly difficult route covering rocky parts of lava where you can show off your skills on our bikes and enjoy an experience you will remember. FOREST EXPLORER (3 hours) Public: all Prerequisites: 18 years old for the driver and driver's license Ascent / Descent: 1700m Distance: 60 km This is the fairly difficult route. Enjoy a ride taking you to the limits of Teide national park.For those who enjoy discovery and adventure. TEIDE TOUR (4 hours) Public: all Prerequisites: 18 years old for the driver and driver's license. Ascent / Descent: 2400m. Distance: 90 km. Discover the areas of middle and high mountains and the place most visited in Tenerife, las Cañadas del Teide. [ + plus ]

Relaxing at a Spa, All Areas [ + plus ]

Santa Cruz de Tenerife Historic Center, Santa Cruz de Tenerife for free The historic quarter of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, capital of the island is located in the area of the city closest to the sea next to its important commercial port. Here, among the pedestrian streets lined with shops, restaurants and other establishments there are various buildings, which show the historical origins of the city. One example is the church, Iglesia de la Concepción first built in 1500, though it was rebuilt in 1653. The church was the centre of the original town of Santa Cruz, which until 1859 was just the port for the nearby town of La Laguna. Nowadays, close to the church is the street called "La Noria." It has a great nightlife with its traditional houses converted into bars and tascas. The church, the Iglesia de San Francisco, squares such as, the Plaza Prí­ncipe de Asturias and the Plaza de La Candelaria or the municipal market Nuestra Señora de África are just some of the essential stops on your route round this area, where the old and the new intermingle. [ + plus ]

Scuba Diving, All Areas You will come across incredible landscapes that make you aware of an astonishing natural world. The east and west coasts offer some very good diving, specifically from Los Gigantes. One of the dives is Sting Ray City where you to descend to 18 metres and feed the rays with fish heads etc. The size of the rays can be up to 4 metres (12 feet) - a great experience. Near Masca, which is for advanced divers, at 47 metres down there is a large cave with black corals, white bearded antheas, large morays and very good light and visibility. There is a diving site at Playa de las Americas/Los Cristianos. El Meridian is an old yacht measuring approx. 56 feet. It was deliberately sunk in the autumn of 2005 as a dive site to a depth of 30 meters on a sandy sea bed next to a rocky reef. Then there is the Cueva de Palm Mar. This is a 40 metre dive for advanced divers with good visibility. Descending to 16 meters you swim off the edge of a cliff down to a cave entrance at 30 metres. There are Mediterranean moray, brown moray and the tiger moray. The cave itself is a Tenerife mystery as nobody knows exactly how long the interior tunnel actually is or where it leads. Several divers have died exploring this cave system and there is a memorial cross outside the cave. The deepest part of this dive is at 40 meters. Further along the coast to Santa Cruz de Tenerife there is some good diving. One of the wrecks is the The Condesito which lies 3km from Las Galletas harbour. The Condesito sits in a neat little under water gully. The hull, cabin and engine room are still intact and teeming with fish including Trumpet Fish, Boxfish, Moray Eels, Indigo Damsel Fish, Octopus and slate blue Sting Rays. There is some diving on the north coast out of Puerto de la Cruz, but nothing of any particular interest WHAT TO SEE Sting Ray City El Condesito wreck Cueva de Palm Mar [ + plus ]

Siam Park, Costa Adeje Siam Park, the water kingdom opened its doors in 2008 as the most spectacular theme park with water attractions in Europe. The park offers a diverse choice of attractions, 5 bars and restaurants, a beach and shopping zone. It has been created with a touch of magic and stunning scenery and all completed to the very highest standards. There is something for everyone of all ages, from those seeking a real adrenaline rush, an adventure world for children and those wanting to relax in comfort. Coupled with the great all year round sunshine the island is famous for. Every attraction offers a unique experience and combines with the mystery of the ancient kingdom of Thailand, to transport visitors into a world of excitement and magic. [ + plus ]

Submarine Safari, Tenerife Sur BACKGROUND Submarine Safaris set up his operations in Tenerife in 2007 in the south of the island at Marina San Miguel. This marina was specifically chosen as dive site due to the variety of marine life and especially the Stingrays. Since they started in Tenerife they have tried to develop their diving area into an underwater marine park. They have attracted a number of stingrays, which are now part of the Submarines family. Divers look after these rays, ensuring they maintain a natural environment for them to breed and develop. Submarines are designed to be 100% environmentally friendly. They are powered solely by batteries, and they have no oils or pollutants onboard, which could either harm the marine life, or their habitat. A free bus service operates from all the major resorts on the island, including the North of Tenerife, to bring you down to Marina San Miguel. The reception centre has its own Terrace café with great views looking towards Mount Teide for a refreshment before or after the dive. You will also find a shopping area where you can purchase all your souvenirs from your dive, plus much more. In the Marina there are a number of other activities such as a diving club, fishing etc... EXCURSIONS The dive will take you over 30m (100ft) below the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It will take approx. one hour, which includes boarding and disembarking the submarine. Each dive has tour guide onboard who will give a comprehensive explanation about the dive and submarine. Onboard the submarine you will be allocated your personal seat, right in front of large viewing ports (80cm/32”), ensuring total viewing pleasure to the outside underwater world. Each view port has its own TV monitor giving you alternative viewing angles, along with a digital display panel giving continuous information about the submarine. Four dives per day are offered, 6 days a week. from each location. [ + plus ]

Surfing, All Areas With almost 30 suggested locations, Tenerife offers waves and fun for any level of experience. [ + plus ]

Take a bus, All Areas For updated routes and schedules, please consult titsa.es [ + plus ]

Teide Cable Car, All Areas A visit to the summit of Mt Teide by cable car offers a great view of the spectacular landscape of the Canary Islands' largest national park. Its special climate, altitude and volcanic formations are an invitation to contemplation and enjoyment of a special moment you will remember all your life. Visiting Teide volcano is always different: the effects of the light as the day wears on, the seasons and their changing weather patterns make for a new and surprising landscape. Yet two sensations remain unchanged: the immensity of the landscape and the stunning silence. Teide is at its most emblematic at sunrise and sunset. The spectacularity of these moments is orchestrated by the changing tones of the sky and the light reflecting off the rocks. This is why we recommend you visit early in the morning, from 9 am on, when the views are at their most impressive. Spring is the best time to visit Teide. Flowering broom and tajinaste blanket the vast landscape in an explosion of red and white. The weather is milder, just right for enjoying routes and trails. It is the perfect time for botany enthusiasts. Winter snows cover the lava flows and badlands in a mantle of white. Large pools reflect a landscape of contrasts of extraordinary beauty. Many visitors are fortunate to catch a glimpse of the first snowfall. When evening comes, the impressive shadow of the volcano descends upon everything, projecting over the sea. Night-time is one of the national park's greatest attractions when the sky fills with stars. One of the five most important astrophysics observatories in the world is located here: the Observatorio del Teide. www.iac.es For the Guanches, the primitive settlers of Tenerife, Mt Teide was a sacred volcano, comparable to Mt Fuji, Mt Olympus and Mt Kilimanjaro. [ + plus ]

Teide National Park, All Areas for free Few images convey more clearly a symbiosis between myth and reality, rock and sky, than a newly-born tiny flower meeting the majesty of an ancient volcano. Here, this miracle, happens every day. [ + plus ]

Teide Observatory Astronomic Tour, All Areas The guided visit will allow you to get to know the observatory and the daily activity of the researchers who work there. The Canary Islands is one of the three best spots in the world to observe the sky, along with Chile and Hawaii. The Teide Observatory is the largest solar observatory in the world and it contains many solar and nocturnal telescopes owned by various European countries. [ + plus ]

The Norwegian Seamen's Church, Los Cristianos for free [ + plus ]

Watching Sunset, All Areas for free Red, yellow, pink, orange and all of their shades decorate the dawn and welcome the blue sky which serves us an eternal ceiling full of stars. The beaches of Socorro, Jardí­n, Martianez or Bollullo in the North and El Médano, La Tejita, Las Vistas, Fañabe, El Duque or La Caleta in the South give you the opportunity to observe this breathtaking spectacle. [ + plus ]

WaterBuggy, All Areas The Waterbuggy is a new water vehicle combining the best of a jetski and a sea bike! Cute and easy to use, it is a proprietary invention and design, fast becoming a favourite water vehicle all around the world. This brilliant little boat can be used by all the family and is safe and suitable for sea, lake and river waters. To start driving WaterBuggy you just push one button. The hand held joystick responds to right-left-forward commands and moves the vehicle smoothly in the desired direction. Again, simply touch one control to stop the boat! Maximum capacity 3 persons Fun and easy to control in varying conditions Speeds of 8 - 10 kph Suitable for waters as shallow as 1 meter Anti corrosion handles Engine air intake Portable fuel tank Easy to use with joystick control Turbine system allowing 360 ° turns [ + plus ]

Whales & Dolphins Watching, Tenerife Sur Over one third of all whale and dolphin species either reside in or pass through Canarian waters. Visitors are almost guaranteed to see pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins on their whale watching trips and, if lucky, could see any of the other species RESIDENT SPECIES Bottlenose dolphins, sperm whales, pilot whales, risso dolphins MIGRATORY SPECIES Northern Right whale, Minke whale, Fraser's dolphin, Pantropical spotted dolphin, Curvier's beaked whale, Rough-toothed dolphin, Common dolphin, FIn whale, Blue whale, Killer whale, Northern bottlenose whale, Blainville's beaked whale, False killer whale, Brydes whale, Dwarf sperm whale, Atlantic spotted dolphin, Sei whale, Striped dolphin, Gervals beaked whale, True's beaked whale, Pygmy sperm whale BOATS offering EXCURSIONS MustCat http://www.mustcatcatamarans.com Lady Shelley http://www.ladyshelley.com Royal Delfin http://www.tenerifedolphin.com Eden http://www.edencatamaran.com Freebird One http://www.freebirdone.com Flipper Uno http://www.flipperuno.com [ + plus ]