Circular heritage walks, pine forest trails above the clouds, and seaside promenades.
A circular loop from Guía de Isora up to the traditional hilltop hamlets of Aripe and Chirche, passing historic tile kilns and almond groves.
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Guía de Isora
Carry water and sunscreen. Stop for a cold refreshment in Chirche before the descent.
Loop through surreal black volcanic ash fields and ancient Canary Island pine forest above the clouds, with vistas of Mount Teide and Pico Viejo.
Mirador de Sámara, TF-38 Km 7.5
Altitude ~1900m: bring a windproof jacket. Temperature is often 10°C colder than the coast.