Paragliding
In Tenerife you can enjoy this exciting sport all year round. Fly in tandem with an experienced pilot and enjoy the stunning views of the north coast and the Teide National Park.
The main flying areas nearby are Los Realejos, Puerto de la Cruz and Icod de los Vinos. Tenerife’s top glide starts at 2,250m, where you fly above the clouds towards the sea. Try the brand new ‘Hike & Fly’ experience, an all-inclusive package that combines hiking and paragliding.
Mountain Bike
Tenerife’s varied landscape offers over 200 km of first class BTT trails. The network is made up of 4 main routes, the longest of which is the North Route, which covers 84 km through natural forest areas.
Near Tabaiba Guesthouse you can start top loop trails such as Masca and Santiago del Teide (63km) or around the Chinyero volcano (21km). We can put you in touch with local companies that offer both rental and guided tours.
You can store your bike free of charge in our guesthouse.
Cycling
All over the island there are many routes of different levels. You can cycle at sea level or at an altitude of over 2,000 m. A wide range of specialised shops will provide you with any technical service or bike you may need.
From the Tabaiba Hostel you can start a 3 hour round trip of 54 km to Masca, Santiago del Teide, Erjos and Garachico. Another possible route of 75 km and 3.5 hours takes you from Buenavista to Punta de Hidalgo, in the north-east of Tenerife.
We will store your bike free of charge throughout your stay.
Tenerife is the place to be for adventure seekers
Climbing
Tenerife offers a huge number of sport and traditional climbing routes, as well as extensive bouldering. There are countless slabs, overhangs and everything in between.
The main climbing areas near Tabaiba Guesthouse are in Icod de los Vinos (Playa San Marcos) and Santa Úrsula, both on the coast with beautiful sea views. You can also try deep water soloing (psicobloc).
We have a climbing guide of Tenerife in our library, which we put at your disposal.
Scuba Diving
Clear, warm waters all year round and underwater volcanic pillars teeming with marine life make Tenerife an excellent destination for divers.
The best spots nearby: Las Anclas and the Cathedral of Garachico, the Cathedral of Puerto de la Cruz and El Guindaste in Los Realejos. We can put you in touch with local diving schools and instructors who offer private diving experiences for all levels with pick-up from our guesthouse.
Canyoning
This sport allows you to discover the most beautiful and unspoilt areas of Tenerife. Using special techniques with ropes, you will be able to enjoy the most virgin places in a fun and exciting way. We have canyons with waterfalls, natural pools and slides, or dry canyons of breathtaking beauty with incredible views, geological monuments and endemic flora that will inspire you.
We work with Natura Xtreme Tenerife, a company that offers a wide range of canyoning activities for all levels, in the company of an accredited and experienced local guide.
Make your holiday unforgettable with a range of activities
Kayak
Enjoy the company of dolphins on a spectacular kayak trip in small groups. You will see impressive landscapes of cliffs, caves and natural coves.
You can hire your own kayak or take part in an organised activity combined with swimming, snorkelling or dolphin and whale watching. The most popular places for kayaking in the north are from Punta de Teno to Masca beach, along the impressive cliffs of Los Gigantes, the coast of Garachico or Playa San Marcos in Icod de los Vinos.
Surf and Bodyboard
The north of Tenerife receives ground swells similar to those in Hawaii, the Caribbean and South Africa, giving surfers big and beautiful waves, especially in winter. In general, the north coast is more suitable for experienced surfers. Various surf shops and schools can provide you with the board you need.
The best waves nearby are La Caleta de Interán, El Socorro in Los Realejos and Martiánez in Puerto de la Cruz. Las Arenas beach in Buenavista del Norte is popular with local surfers during the summer months.
Guided Hikes
Tabaiba Guesthouse is designed for being active and hiking in the beautiful nature of Tenerife. Your host, Sergio, is an experienced hiking professional and happy to accompany you. He will show you his favourite spots and provide valuable information about the mountains.
Tenerife also offers more relaxed activities
E-Mountain Bike
Explore the beauty of Tenerife’s North West on an electric mountain bike. A local company offers a range of guided tours for all abilities, all starting from our guesthouse. You can cycle along the rugged coastline, through lush laurel forests or through volcanic landscapes of breathtaking beauty.
You can also rent an e-bike for one or more days and explore on your own or with your friends or family. Your bike will be delivered to our guesthouse and we will store it for you free of charge.
Boat Trip
Enjoy an organised 1.5 hour boat trip from Punta de Teno to Masca beach. A local company offers this service several times a day.
Discover the northwest coast of Tenerife in a different way and be impressed by the breathtaking views of the sea cliffs of Los Gigantes (650 m). The trip includes a stop for swimming and snorkelling in the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic and, if you are lucky, you may see dolphins accompanying your boat.
Snorkel
Snorkel with sea turtles on the surface of the Atlantic Ocean, discover lava spikes or be amazed by tropical fish – snorkelling is a great way to discover the fascinating underwater world without needing a licence.
In Buenavista del Norte there are companies that offer daily boat trips from Punta de Teno to Masca Beach. The bay of Punta de Teno is very popular with snorkellers as you can swim with barracudas, garfish and parrotfish.
Stand Up Paddle (SUP)
Get on your board, grab your paddle and let the journey begin! Stand Up Paddle is the new trendy sport for everyone. Any time of the year is perfect for this different way of exploring Tenerife’s coastline, for example from Punta de Teno along the impressive cliffs of Los Gigantes.
A local agency hires out SUP boards.
Horse Riding
Explore the rural areas of Tenerife on horseback. In Icod de los Vinos you will find riding schools and stables offering day rides with experienced instructors, trail rides or riding lessons.
From Santiago del Teide you can start a beautiful guided route through the stunning volcanic landscape of the Chinyero Nature Reserve.
Whale Watching
Observe these fascinating marine mammals on an exciting boat trip. In 2021, the west coast of Tenerife will become the first Whale Heritage Area in Europe. Agencies in Los Gigantes (including Responsible Whale Watching) offer daily visits to one of the largest known populations of pilot whales and dolphins that live between Tenerife and La Gomera.
Stargazing
Along with Chile and Hawaii, the Canary Islands are one of the best places in the world for stargazing. Learn about the history of astronomy and discover the starry sky on an organised star tour in the Teide National Park.
You can make astronomical observations both by day and by night. The pure and clear sky at 2,300 metres above sea level allows you to see 83 of the 88 officially recognised constellations.
Heated Sea Water Pool
2km from Tabaiba Guesthouse is a heated outdoor swimming pool with gym and sauna. The pool is right by the sea and is filled with salt water from the Atlantic Ocean. 25 metres of swimming lanes for exercise or relaxation with the blue sky above and fascinating views of the Teno Mountains.
From Tabaiba Guesthouse it is a pleasant 40 minute walk to the pool, with beautiful views of the golf course, the lush mountains and the rugged Atlantic coast. Click here for full description of how to get there.
Tenerife: home of the best outdoor activities
Tenerife offers you endless opportunities to be active on land, water and in the air. The distances from one spot to another are very short, so you can make the most of your day: Dive with turtles in the morning and mountain bike through lush laurel forest in the afternoon. Create your own à la carte programme!