Tenerife

The island of Eternal Spring

Little paradise on earth belongs to the group of the Canary Islands. Tenerife is a Spanish island located in the Atlantic Ocean, near the coast of Africa. It is the largest and best known of the Canary Islands. Tenerife is a volcanic island, which are created and modified by successive eruptions throughout its existence. The oldest mountain range in Tenerife rose in the Atlantic Ocean as a result of volcanic eruptions that produced the island’s twelve million years ago.

Tenerife is known internationally as the “Island of Eternal Spring”. The island is on the same latitude as the Sahara desert, and it is characteristic of warm climate throughout the year. In winter the temperature ranges from 20 to 22 degrees Celsius, while in summer from 26 to 28 C.

Despite its small area, Tenerife has a remarkable ecological diversity, as a result of the characteristic conditions of the island. This is an island with a rich and diverse flora of suitable manner in which some 1,400 species of plants. The same can be said for the fauna, the island is rich with over 400 species of fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians, sea turtles, dolphins and whales.

In Tenerife you can do anything you feel like any day of the year thanks to its climate, natural surroundings and tourist infrastructure designed for fun for all the family.

The south west coast of Tenerife is a spectacular spot for watching whales free in the ocean. Up to 26 species are found just off the coast, including baleen whales, killer whales, dolphins, pilot whales and even blue whales.

World heritage centres: The Teide National Park and Spain's highest mountain. La Laguna's old town with its colonial architecture

THE TEIDE National Park: The third highest volcano in the world. At 3,718 metres, Teide volcano is Spain's highest peak and its two ecosystems make the climb an experience full of contrasts.

Hotels in Tenerife

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H10 Costa Adeje Palace

La Caleta, Playa La Enramada, s/n, 38679 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, Costa Adeje (Tenerife) Around 500 m from a sandy beach is located the hotel Hotel H10 Costa Adeje Palace. The city centre is around 8 km away. A supermarket is around 4 km away. There is a shuttle between the hotel and the... >

Hotel Best Tenerife

Calle Antonio Domínguez Alfonso, 6, 38660 Arona, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, Playa De Las Americas (Tenerife) The hotel Hotel Best Tenerife is located approx. 300 m. m from a beach. The hotel has a 24h reception, a lift, parking spaces as well as a TV lounge. In the outdoor area you will find a heated pool, w... >

Parque Santiago III

Avda. Las Américas, 2, 38660 Playa de la Américas, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, Playa De Las Americas (Tenerife) The apart hotel Parque Santiago III y IV is located in the vicinity of a sandy beachstone beach. The nearest restaurants and bars can be reached in a few minutes on foot. The city centre is also just... >

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Travelling to Tenerife

By land, sea or air, choose the means of transport you prefer to get you to Tenerife from anywhere in the world. Tenerife has two major airports that are buzzing with activity, linking it to almost anywhere in the world.

Los Rodeos-Tenerife North and Tenerife South-Reina Sofía are very busy airports.

Tenerife North, in La Laguna, mainly operates domestic flights and flights between the islands, with a total of 15 national and international airlines. Tenerife South, in Granadilla de Abona, is a larger airport, with more than 50 national and international airlines. It is one of the busiest airports in Spain with about nine million passengers every year.

TRANSFER

If you have just got to the island and you need to get to your accommodation, you can get there easiest by private transfer. We make it easy for you!

Let our transfers take you straight from the airport to your hotel or sun-drenched resort. Forget about expensive taxi fares and infrequent bus services – simply book online before you go to ensure reliable and affordable transport to and from your accommodation. Just fill in your details, flight numbers and select from private transfer or mini bus to take you direct to your door.

RENT A CAR

If you are the kind of person who likes to travel around independently so that you can follow the routes that you fancy and stop whenever you see something you like, you can rent a car. For comfort and independence, see the best prices and options at.

Excursions & Activities

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Flipper Uno 3 hours Tenerife (Espana) Set sail from the port of Los Gigantes and go in search of the whales and dolphins that inhabit the coasts of Tenerife. After having photographed these amazing sea creatures you will sail near the... 300days from34 € >

Loro Parque Tenerife (Espana) The Best Zoo in the World from19 € >

Royal Delfin 4.5 hours Tenerife (Espana) ome with us and enjoy a special adventure touring from Playa de las Américas, to the cliff of Acantilado de Los Gigantes and the bay of Masca. from55 € >

SIAM PARK Avenida Siam, Playa de las Américas, Tenerife (Espana) #1 in the world for the fifth year in a row! from19,50 € >

La LAGUNA Old Town - World Heritage Site

La Laguna old town is the oldest example of an unfortified colonial town inspired by the principles of navigation: the science of its day. Its Spanish colonial architecture, and the overall charm of the historical district make it worthy of UNESCO World Heritage Site status.

TENO RURAL PARK

This ancient volcanic massif, landscaped by erosion, forms high cliffs by the sea and is peppered with exposed volcanic plugs and dikes. The park is an ecological and cultural treasure full of rich laurel forests and gorgeous landscapes. It's also a sanctuary for many animal species such as the osprey.

El MÉDANO

Connected to El Medano beach and within the Montaña Roja protected area we find this little treasure of Tenerife. The kilometre stretch of fine, toasted sand, well away from urban areas, is perfect for a relaxing day on the beach.

The old town of La OROTAVA

La Orotava, catalogued as a historical, artistic and monumental treasure, has so many cultural points of interest that a visit is almost obligatory, The town dates back to the 16th Century and while its streets are laden with history you'll also find plenty of shops and outdoor cafés for a perfect evening out.

ANAGA RURAL PARK : A cultural and natural park

This rugged natural enclave is one of the few places on Earth where primordial laurel forest still grows. Walking its paths and catching sight of its beautiful landscapes gives you a real idea of the natural, cultural and aesthetic beauty of the area.

SIAM PARK - Europe's biggest water park

This kingdom of watery fun has grown into one of the world's best water parks and the largest in Europe. With incredible features modelled on Thai architecture, water slides up to 28 metres high and lush tropical vegetation it's an unmissable experience, especially if you visit with the kids.

LORO PARQUE - Europe's biggest zoo park

E njoy a day at Loro Parque, considered one of the best animal parks in Europe, with its collection of parrots that is the largest in the world. A day of wildlife in Loro Parque Tenerife: Loro Parque is a zoo with animals of different species, which offers you to live a day of adventure surrounded by all the animals you can imagine. It has already had more than 40 million visitors. In addition, with your entrance you can access all the natural habitats that have been recreated and spectacular shows like the Orca Ocean, where the 6 orcas that live there will captivate you with a beautiful show.

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Intrestings

The canary bird was named after the islands, not the other way around.

In Tenerife and the rest of Spain, Tuesday the 13th is considered to be unlucky, not Friday 13th like in many countries around the world.

The island’s famous Thai themed Siam Park, is the biggest water park in Europe and offers one of the highest waterslides in the world.

Siam Park currently holds seven world records. These include the world’s largest Thai building outside of Asia, the largest man-made wave in the world (approximately 3.3 meters), increased diversity in slides, the statue of the world’s largest dragon, increased elevation within the lazy river (up to 8 meters), the world’s first green water park, and TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Winner of the world’s best water park #1 for the fifth year in a row!

Tenerife has been used to film a number of recent Hollywood blockbusters. Clash of the Titans in 2010, Fast and Furious 6 in 2013 and most recently Jason Bourne 5 in 2016 - altough you wouldn't recognise Santa Cruz city because they changed everything in the area making it look like Greece.

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Usefull Information

PASSPORTS

Tenerife is a Spanish territory and therefore all passport and residency rules are the same as on the Spanish mainland. European Union citizens can travel to Tenerife with national ID cards alone. If your country does not issue identity cards, then a valid passport is required. All non-EU nationals require a full valid passport.

Keep your passport and other important documents safe at all times, perhaps lock them away in the secure box, which is supplied by your hotel. However, remember that you will need your passport or other photo ID documents, like a driving licence, if you are paying by credit or debit card or hiring a car for instance.

VISAS

Nationals of the EU as well as Norway and Iceland do not require a Visa for a stay of up to 90 days. If you wish to stay longer than 90 days you will need to apply for a Residency Permit during the first month of your stay.

VACCINATIONS

You do not require any vaccinations to visit the Canary Islands, unless you are coming from an infected area. Make a point of checking with your tour operator or local Spanish Embassy if in any doubt. EU citizens can obtain a refund of most medical costs by using form EHIC, which are available from post offices, health or social security offices in your country.

CURRENCY

The legal tender used in Tenerife is the euro. If you are travelling from a country outside the eurozone, you will be able to change money by showing your passport at a number of exchange offices located in tourist areas, which tend to charge comparatively lower commission rates than elsewhere.

You can also get euros from your hotel establishment. Bear in mind that, generally speaking, shops and restaurants do not accept payment in any other currency.

BANKS AND CREDIT CARDS

Tenerife has a broad network of bank offices, especially in the main cities and tourist areas, as well as a great many ATM machines dotted all over the Island that are available 24/7.

Banks usually open from 8:30 am to 14:00 pm, from Monday to Friday. Some offices open in the afternoons on certain days of the week or on Saturday mornings, from October to June.

Most establishments accept different types of credit cards for making payments, usually with a €6 minimum. Remember you will probably be asked for your passport or ID to prove that you are the card holder. The most widely accepted cards are Eurocard-Master Card, Visa, American Express and, to a lesser extent, Diners Club.

RECLAIMING VAT

As in the rest of the Canary Islands, VAT does not apply in Tenerife, which means you can claim it back. This makes a whole lot of items cheaper than elsewhere on the continent, as tax is significantly lower. Even so, you should still bear in mind the customs restrictions that will be applied on your return, as there is a limit to the amount of goods you can take back with you.

SAFETY AND HEALTH

You can rest easy when visiting Teneife because it is one of the safest tourist destinations in the world. Nonetheless, it is always advisable to take some basic precautionary measures so as to avoid nasty surprises. We advise you not to leave valuable objects where they can be seen inside your car, and not to leave your belongings unattended in busy places such as beaches and restaurants.

In the unlikely event that you need any kind of hospital treatment, strongly advises full travel insurance to cover all eventualities. The EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) allows all EU residents to have access to state-provided health care at a lower cost or entirely free of charge. You can apply for this card at no cost. Please remember to bring your insurance documents with you, along with your EHIC.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Call 112 for all emergencies and the operator will put you through to the police, fire brigade or ambulance service.

Hospitals

Hospiten Sur, Playa de las Américas: Tel. 922 75 00 22

Hospital Costa Adeje: Tel. 922 79 10 00

You can also call 012 to contact the Canary Islands Health Service (Servicio Canario de Salud) to get more information about 24-hour clinics and chemists in your area.

POWER INFORMATION

In Tenerife the current used is 220 Volts AC 50Hz, which is the same all over the Canaries. Plugs have two pins, identical to the European mainland. If you are travelling from the UK, it may be a good idea to bring a plug adaptor with you. But do not worry if you forget, as they are readily available in shops all over the island. Visitors from the USA will also need a voltage converter.

TIME & WATER

The Canary Islands use Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). This means the time zone is exactly the same as the UK while mainland Spain and other European countries are one hour ahead. Spring officially begins in March meaning the clocks go forward by one hour for daylight saving time. They then go back one hour in late October.

Recommends that you do not drink water from the tap or public fountains. Canarians usually drink bottled water and we advise you do the same.

TAKE CARE IN THE SUN

One of the Island's main attractions are its long hours of sunshine. It is tempting to start sunbathing as soon as you get there, but remember to follow a series of simple protection guidelines to avoid sunburn and heat stroke.

Use sun screen at least once every two hours with UV filters and no less than SPF 15.

We highly recommend wearing a sun hat and sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection. Ideally, you should avoid exposure to the sun when radiation is strongest, from roughly midday until 4 pm. Get yourself a good parasol and wear comfortable, cool clothing when spending a day on the beach.

You must remember that, even when it does not feel too hot because you are by the sea or in the water, the sun is still hitting you just as hard, if not harder.

Recommended sun exposure times:

From 7 to 10 am: 60 to 140 minutes.

From 10 am to 12 pm: 20 to 40 minutes.

From 12 pm to 4 pm: 10 to 20 minutes.

From 4 pm to 7 pm: 25 to 60 minutes.

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