ATV riding Tenerife: El Teide volcano at 2400m

Climb to El Teide's rim on a quad bike in two to three hours.

ATV riding in Teide National Park on Tenerife takes you up the volcano to 2400 meters on a quad bike, with a multilingual guide leading small groups only. The round trip lasts two to three hours depending on your riding pace. Children under 1m10 in height are not permitted. A physical driving license is required for the entire excursion, and an international permit is compulsory for anyone living outside Europe.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Tenerife volcano and surroundings

• Discover El Teide volcano
• Visit century pine
• Cross Vilaflor village
• Admire El Teide and lava flow

The experience

You ride your own quad bike from the starting point into Teide National Park, climbing toward El Teide volcano. The route passes through century pine forest and crosses Vilaflor, an emblematic village in the south of Tenerife, before reaching the high vantage point where you can see the volcano's last lava flow and, in clear weather, glimpses of other Canary Islands. A helmet is provided and the guide speaks your language (English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or one of three others) answering questions as you go.

Small groups only means the guide can watch each rider's pace and adjust the route accordingly. The two to three hour duration depends on how comfortable you are on the bike. The operator runs a family business and emphasizes safety throughout. Because you operate the quad yourself, the day is shaped by your own riding, not by a fixed schedule or a guide's narration from the front seat.

A physical driving license must be in your possession for the entire excursion: no digital or photo versions are accepted. Anyone living outside Europe needs an international permit. Maximum weight per quad is 160kg. The starting point is best reached by Google Maps, not Waze. Public transportation options exist nearby if you need them.

What’s included

• A multilingual guide who speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and three additional languages.
• a helmet.
• small group riding only.
• access to Teide National Park and the route through century pine forest and Vilaflor village.
• the compulsory international permit for riders outside Europe.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to FridayDepartures at 10:00, 14:00 and 17:00

Book up to4h before

GroupUp to 14 · max 2 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Ukrainian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Fun Teide Quad

Is this one for you?The two to three hour round trip fits into a half-day itinerary and leaves the rest of your day open. If you have limited time on Tenerife or want to combine this with other activities, the flexible pace, shaped by your own riding speed, means you're not locked into a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Ukrainian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I ride an ATV if I've never done it before?

Yes, the guide leads small groups and adjusts the pace to each rider's skill level, so beginners and experienced riders can go together. The two to three hour duration accounts for varying riding abilities.

What's the highest point I'll reach on this ATV ride?

El Teide volcano at 2400 meters. From that vantage point you can see the volcano's last lava flow and, when the weather is clear, other islands in the Canary Islands archipelago.

Do I need a special license to ride the quad bike?

You need a valid driving license, and it must be physical. A photo or digital version will not be accepted. If you live outside Europe, an international permit is also required.

What's included with the ATV riding experience?

A helmet is provided, a multilingual guide leads the group, and the route includes Teide National Park, century pine forest and the village of Vilaflor on the way to the volcano.

Are there age or height restrictions for this activity?

Children under 1m10 (approximately 3 feet 7 inches) in height are not permitted. The operator does not allow children under 6 years old.

What should I know before booking this quad bike ride?

The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers. Physical fitness is suitable at all levels, but you do need to be comfortable operating a quad bike for two to three hours at altitude.