9-Hour Anaga Nature Tour in Tenerife with Benijo Beach and Fish Tavern

9 Hours Round trip from Any hotel Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private journey through the prehistoric Anaga laurel forest
02 Walk the legendary Camino Viejo beneath a dense green canopy
03 Take panoramic photos from Pico del Ingles and Mirador de Bailadero
04 Relax and swim at secluded Playa de Benijo with black volcanic sand
05 Stroll the historic stone pier at Roque de las Bodegas above the Atlantic
06 Enjoy a traditional Canarian lunch at Casa Africa Tavern by the beach

Tenerife reveals a very different character beyond its busy coastal resorts, and this private day tour is designed for travellers who want to experience the island's wilder, more authentic side. Journey through the prehistoric laurel forest of Anaga, walk the legendary Camino Viejo beneath an interwoven green canopy, and pause at dramatic mountain viewpoints such as Pico del Ingles and Mirador de Bailadero. The day continues to the wild black-sand beach of Benijo and the historic fishing settlement of Roque de las Bodegas, ending with time to enjoy a traditional Canarian lunch by the ocean at Casa Africa Tavern. This itinerary is also perfectly adapted for cruise passengers arriving at Santa Cruz de Tenerife port, with timings planned for a safe and comfortable return to the ship.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife

Languages Belarusian, Russian, Ukrainian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Anaga Laurel Forest, Benijo Beach and Roque de las Bodegas

Laurel Forest of Anaga: A walking tour through the ancient protected forest along the Sendero de los Sentidos pathway in a mystical, misty atmosphere.

Camino Viejo: A stroll through the legendary old pedestrian corridor cut into the rock under a dense green canopy of interwoven trees.

Pico del Ingles Viewpoint: A scenic stop at the mountain ridge for panoramic photography over deep gorges and Santa Cruz from a bird's-eye view.

Mirador de Bailadero: A fast tactical pit-stop high on the mountain crest for sweeping views over the dramatic coast.

Playa de Benijo: Swimming and relaxing on a wild, secluded beach with black volcanic sand at the foot of titanic rocks.

Roque de las Bodegas: A walk along the iconic historic stone pier extending into the Atlantic Ocean to watch local surfers on powerful waves.

Casa Africa Tavern: A relaxing traditional Canarian lunch stop on an open terrace right on the beach, featuring fresh local catch of the day and wine.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transport service in a personal automobile, including all fuel costs and highway tolls.

Private guiding and driving service fully tailored to your personal pace.

Individual logistics with pickup and drop-off directly from any hotel, villa, or cruise port terminal.

Onboard hospitality: chilled drinking water, soft drinks, a selection of fresh fruits, and a bottle of sparkling wine.

What's Not Included

Traditional Canarian lunch at Casa Africa fish restaurant is paid separately by the clients.

Souvenirs, shopping, and any extra personal purchases during the journey.

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers with good grip for damp and historic forest pathways.
Warm clothing layers (a jacket, light sweater, or windbreaker) for the mountain microclimate.
Sunglasses, sun protection cream, and swimwear with a towel for swimming at the wild Benijo beach.

Know before you go

Vehicle Capacity: The private automobile strictly accommodates a maximum of 3 passengers for peak comfort.
Altitude and Weather: The route passes through high mountain ridges. Temperatures in the misty Anaga forest can be significantly lower than on the coast.
Motion Sickness: The route includes steep and winding mountain serpentine roads down to the coast. If you are prone to motion sickness, please prepare accordingly.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Outside the hotel main entrance at the driveway or parking area, outside the residential complex main gate, or at the exit of the cruise port terminal building.

Tour start

Any hotel, villa, or private address across the entire island of Tenerife, or Santa Cruz cruise port terminal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.