5 Extreme Activities to Try in Tenerife

5 Extreme Activities to Try in Tenerife


365 days a year, tourists flock to Tenerife and it really doesn't come as a surprise that this place has become one of the world's most popular holiday destinations. With great weather all year round and a spectacular 360-degree scenery, you'll be hardpressed to find anything to complain about.

In Tenerife you will find Mount Teide, a large but dormant volcano that's so unbelievably beautiful, with its snow-capped tip and surrounded by a vast and picturesque landscape. The north of Tenerife is where you will find Puerto de la Cruz, Garachico, and La Orotava which are filled with lush greens and gifted with a humid climate. To the south is where you'll find the beaches, resorts, and night clubs. La-Laguna, which is located near Santa Cruz de Tenerife (capital) is dotted with old villas and magnificent palaces, and its centre is now considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

But visitors don't just go to Tenerife to marvel at the sceneries and structures that the place has to offer. They also didn't come just to get a tan at the beach or watch the breath-taking sunset. There are lots of exciting activities that you can do in Tenerife, so if you're seeking some thrills and adventure, here are the 5 extreme activities you cannot afford to miss while you're here:

Diving

Diving in Tenerife is one activity you will surely enjoy, what with the unique underwater landscape (visibility of up to 30 metres) attributed to the volcanic formations from Mount Teide. There are plenty of diving centres along the coastline such as Costa Adeje, Los Gigantes, Las Galletas, and Playa de las Americas.

Windsurfing

If surfing no longer excites you, try windsurfing instead! The winds are really strong in Tenerife and it's so perfect for windsurfing which is why it has hosted many European and World windsurfing events. If you're looking for the best beach for windsurfing, check out El Medano.

Paragliding

If you're itching for a view of the Tenerife coastline and waters from high above ground, you can try paragliding where you will soar to the sky (well, almost) in tandem with a friend or loved one. Those seeking for thrills will certainly find pleasure in this activity!

Trekking

But not all extreme activities can be done in the water or air for that matter, so if you want to spend more time in the wild, you can try trekking. Tenerife has an amazing network of trails and treks leading to Mount Teide or the forests of the Anaga Mountains.

Caving

Don't miss the chance to explore the subterranean world. Go caving in Cueva del Viento which has one of the longest lava tube networks on Earth, and by far the largest in the EU. You can go as far as 180 metres inside the cave with as many as 15 other explorers as you gaze upon the beautiful lava formations all around you.

If you ever find yourself in Tenerife, make sure you try the activities mentioned on this list. Don't forget to buy extreme activities travel insurance which is important for adrenaline junkies like yourself! Your regular travel insurance does not cover extreme activities so do get this add-on option.