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HOW TO RENT A CAR IN SÃO MIGUEL: YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE
Getting around São Miguel without a car? You’d be missing out on all the best bits. This island is a treasure box of jaw-dropping landscapes, from volcanic craters to remote hot springs, and trust me, relying on buses just won’t cut it. A car gives you the freedom to chase those postcard-perfect spots and stop…
HOW TO RENT A CAR IN TENERIFE – YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE
Let’s face it: Tenerife might be paradise, but getting around without a car? Often, a nightmare. Sure, there’s public transport if you’re into waiting ages for buses or limiting your adventures to touristy spots. But if you’re serious about exploring this island properly by finding hidden beaches like this one, epic mountain roads (like the…
HIKING PICO MOUNTAIN: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CLIMBING PORTUGAL’S HIGHEST PEAK
Climbing Pico Mountain is an unforgettable adventure—steep grassy climbs, volcanic craters, and summit views that make every step worth it. Despite the price and crowds, it’s a must-do for anyone visiting the Azores. Next time? I’m bringing a tent to camp under the stars!
SANTA LUZIA CIRCLE TRAIL + CRAZY LAVA WALK
Discover the Santa Luzia Circle trail on Pico Island—a hike that blends stunning coastal views, lush forests, volcanic terrain, and the iconic lava stone church, all in one adventure.
SANTO AMARO TO MIRADOURO TERRA ALTA + A MAGICAL SWIMMING SPOT
Embark on the Santo Amaro to Miradouro Terra Alta trail on Pico Island, where coastal beauty meets jungle paths, and a hidden natural pool awaits at the end, making it the perfect hike for all adventurers.
FURNA DE FREI MATIAS CAVE TO MADALENA: SCENIC HIKE ON PICO ISLAND
Experience the Furna de Frei Matias Cave to Madalena trail on Pico Island, a hike that combines coastal views, lush forests, and a peaceful journey with a hidden gem at the end—making it the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.
STRAVA GPX DOWNLOAD: HOW TO SAVE ROUTES FOR OFFLINE NAVIGATION
Ever found a route on Strava that you couldn’t wait to try but wished you could take it offline? A Strava GPX download is a simple way to keep that route accessible, even without an internet connection. Here’s a quick guide on how to get that GPX file onto your device so you’re ready for…
10 BEST HIKES IN SAO MIGUEL, AZORES: THE ULTIMATE HIKING GUIDE
Discover São Miguel’s top 10 hikes in this detailed guide, offering stunning trails suitable for all levels. From Sete Cidades to lush forests and waterfalls, explore the island’s natural wonders.
30 BEST HIKES IN TENERIFE: THE ULTIMATE HIKING GUIDE
The 30 Best Hikes in Tenerife is a very detailed guide that covers a wide variety of stunning trails suitable for all levels. From the lunar landscape of Teide National Park to the lush Laurisilva Forests and steep trails in Anaga Rural Park, the majestic Teno Mountain Range and beautiful coastal paths.
11 BEST HIKES IN ANAGA RURAL PARK + NORTHERN TENERIFE
The 11 Best Hikes in Anaga Rural Park in Tenerife is a very detailed guide that covers a wide variety of awesome trails suitable for all levels in Anaga Rural Park + 2 bonus hikes located in the North.
TOP 10 HIKES IN TEIDE NATIONAL PARK IN TENERIFE
Top 10 Hikes in Teide National Park guide is meant to inspire you to experience some of the best hikes in the lunar landscape of Teide National Park.
LAGOAS EMPADADAS + BOCA DO INFERNO VIEWPOINT
Welcome to Lagoa do Fogo, where emerald-green hillsides meet the deep azure waters of a volcanic crater lake. This hidden gem in the Azores offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
PICO DA VARA: HIKE THE HIGHEST POINT OF SAO MIGUEL
Venture to the summit of São Miguel’s tallest peak, Pico da Vara, at 1103m. Delve into lush forests and enjoy incredible panoramas on this unique hiking journey.
LAGOA DO FOGO HIKE
Welcome to Lagoa do Fogo, where emerald-green hillsides meet the deep azure waters of a volcanic crater lake. This hidden gem in the Azores offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
TOP 12 SHORT HIKES IN TENERIFE
From the lunar landscape of Teide National Park to the Laurisilva Forests and steep trails in Anaga Rural Park. Top 12 short hikes in Tenerife is a very detailed guide that covers a wide variety of interesting trails that are easy and can be completed just under 3 hours!
SALTO DO CABRITO WATERFALL HIKE
Starting the Salto do Cabrito waterfall hike in São Miguel was an adventure I eagerly looked forward to. This trail, beginning at the Caldeiras in Ribeira Grande, perfectly combines moments of peace with a sense of exploration. With its inviting hot springs and a comfortable area to relax, it sets the stage for an unforgettable journey.
JANELA DO INFERNO TRAIL – A HIDDEN GEM OF SÃO MIGUEL
Janela do Inferno trail is one of my personal favourites and without a doubt – a hidden gem of São Miguel in Azores. This short adventure is packed with incredible experiences including a remarkable stroll through a dense jungle, traversing and on top of that, an unforgettable cute, little lagoon. It’s a rewarding challenge for everyone who is willing to explore the path that’s a little bit less traveled.
LAGOA DAS FURNAS LOOP HIKE
The Lagoa das Furnas trail offers a nice exploration through São Miguel’s vibrant landscape, mixing cultural landmarks and natural wonders. This circular path, starting at Furnas village, unveils the island’s geothermal activity and lush scenery which is perfect for a leisurely hike.
ROCHA DA RELVA HIKE
Rocha da Relva hike is my personal hidden gem of São Miguel in the Azores. This unique trail: PRC02 SMI, winding through one of São Miguel’s majestic cliffs offers a blend of cultural heritage, incredible landscapes and a close encounter with the island’s rich biodiversity. The town itself is also a very cool sight and a great addition to this island’s itinerary.
LOMBA DA FAZENDA HIKE
Lomba da Fazenda hike in San Miguel Island’s northeast offers an awesome 7.5 km long adventure. Starting at the historic Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao, this circular path PRC31 goes through the town, past an ancient watermill and along river beds to the bathing spot – Boca da Ribeira. It’s a nice blend of a few viewpoints, coastal paths and a local flora and fauna.
CALDEIRA DAS SETE CIDADES HIKE + MONTE PALACE HOTEL RUINS
Caldeira das Sete Cidades is a great loop hike around the whole Sete Cidades. It’s a longer alternative to Lagoa das Sete Cidades hike.
LAGOA DAS SETE CIDADES – DESCENDING INTO A GIGANTIC CRATER
In this guide, I’m taking you on a straightforward 13km route around Lagoa das Sete Cidades. Here’s where you can also visit the small town inside the crater and exploring two beautiful lakes: Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde.
PUNTA DE TENO HIKE – CHALLENGING LOOP FAR FROM THE CROWDS
Punta de Teno hike is one the most memorable hiking adventures I had in Tenerife. This very challenging, but rewarding trail has everything Teno Mountans have to offer.
PLAYA DE ANTEQUERA HIKE – A HIDDEN PARADISE
Playa de Antequera hike is one of those places where you can escape the crowds. This beautiful black sand beach is a hidden paradise since it can be only accessed by foot or a boat.
PICO VERDE IN TENO MOUNTAINS
Pico Verde (1318m) hike is an awesome hiking adventure away from the crowded tourist routes in the area. Also known as Montana de las Rosas, it is the second highest peak in the Teno Mountain range.
BARRANCO DE RUIZ – SAN JUAN DE LA RAMBLA COASTAL WALK
Although short, this hike offers great views of Barranco de Ruiz gorge and goes along picturesque villages. San Juan de La Rambla is a beautiful town that has one of the best coastlines in the north of the island.
ROQUES DE GARCIA
The Roques de Garcia trail and its scenery reminds of the iconic landscapes from the movie “Planet of the Apes.”
MIRADOR DE SAMARA LAVA WALK
Explore volcanic landscape around Mirador de Samara. This short hike takes you through the unique terrain of the Teide National Park.
CHINYERO VOLCANO
Chinyero Volcano hike (Volcan Chinyero) is a an awesome hiking adventure taking you on a journey through the volcanic legacy of Tenerife.
CAMINO DE CANDELARIA SOUTH
Camino de Candelaria South is a demanding route that’s perfect for those who like challenges as it offers over 1500m of elevation gain on the total distance of 18 kilometres.
LA FORTALEZA
La Fortaleza is one of Tenerife’s remarkable natural landmarks located within Teide National Park. Known for its breathtaking views, this unique geological formation stands as a testament to the island’s volcanic history.
CLOTHING NEEDED FOR A HIKE: MY ULTIMATE GUIDE TO STAYING COMFY AND PREPARED
Layer up like a pro! This ultimate guide to clothing needed for a hike covers everything from base layers to waterproof gear, so you’re ready for any trail.
AFUR HIKE IN ANAGA MOUNTAINS
This Afur hike is a beautiful loop trail located in the Anaga Rural Park in Tenerife. This guide is for one of the less-known trails on the island, so you will often have the beautiful views all to yourself.
MONTE AGUIRRE AND THE MAGICAL LAUREL FOREST
Monte Aguirre hike is the most magical forest experience you can find in Tenerife as it leads to a magical Laurel Forest in the Zona de Exclusion.
SOMBRERO DE CHASNA HIKE
Sombrero de Chasna is one of the coolest half day hikes in Tenerife. This short but rewarding route takes you to the top of the peak, which resembles a hat.
GRAND FARO DE ANAGA
Welcome to Grand Faro de Anaga! This loop trail will take you through couple of landmarks such as El Draguillo village, Roque de Anaga, and the Faro de Anaga – the famous lighthouse.
BARRANCO DEL INFIERNO, A STUNNING RAVINE IN ADEJE
Barranco del Infierno is an awesome ravine trail located in the municipality of Adeje in the south of Tenerife.
LAS VENTANAS DE GUIMAR
Las Ventanas de Güimar is one of the coolest adventures in Tenerife. This unique tunnel route takes you through dozens of windows made by nature and provides a magical hiking experience.ju
MONTANA DE LIMON (2103m)
Montana de Limon hike is perfect for forest lovers, as the majority of the climb takes place in a pine tree forest ending in a lunar-like landscape.
PICO VIEJO SUNSET HIKE
Pico Viejo (3135m) is the second highest peak in Tenerife. This sunset hike is a great alternative to its famous neighbour, Mount Teide. It offers a quieter experience, a challenging ascent and if timed right, offers one of the most spectacular sunset views on the entire island.
SENDERO DE BARACAN
This guide is for a challenging route that combines a few different trails around the area. The trail winds its way up the steep slopes of the Teno Mountains, reaching an elevation of 1,350 meters.
PLAYA DE TAMADITE HIKE
Playa de Tamadite hike is a great adventure starting from the Barranco de Afur leading to the black sand beach – Playa de Tamadite and Taganana village.
HIKING TEIDE – HOW TO CLIMB THE HIGHEST POINT OF SPAIN
Welcome to my guide for hiking El Teide (3715m), the highest point of Spain and the holy grail of all the hikes in Tenerife, Canary Islands. This guide is about a true hiking experience without using a cable car.
ROQUE DEL CONDE & ROQUE DE LOS BREZOS + GUANCHA CAVES
In this guide, I combined a few different trails and came up with this awesome adventure featuring two summits of Roque del Conde (1001m), Roque de los Brezos (1108), stunning Barranco del Rey Ravine and on top of that – the fascinating archeological area of mysterious Guancha Caves.
PLAYA DE IJUANA – A HIDDEN GEM OF TENERIFE
Playa de Ijuana is a true hidden gem of Tenerife. Not only does it offer spectacular views of the Anaga Mountains and surrounding villages, but it also leads to one of the most amazing beaches I’ve ever seen.
PAISAJE LUNAR – ULTIMATE HIKING GUIDE
Welcome to the moon! Paisaje Lunar is one of the most interesting natural wonders in Tenerife. This unique hiking trail takes you through a lunar landscape created by volcanic eruptions, with lava that has hardened into striking rock formations.
ROQUE DE TABORNO
Roque de Taborno is one of the coolest short hikes in Tenerife. This striking basaltic rock, rising 706 meters above sea level, is one of the most characteristic geological features of the Anaga Massif.
ALTO DE GUAJARA
Alto de Guajara (2718m) is one of my favourite hiking adventures in Tenerife. In fact, that was my first hike in the Teide National Park I chose to acclimatise before going after higher elevations on the island.
PUNTA DEL HIDALGO – CHINAMADA HIKE, A UNIQUE OLD LINEN ROUTE
This hidden trail from Punta del Hidalgo to Batan and Chinamada is my number one hiking adventure in the Anaga Mountains, and maybe even on the whole island.
EPIC LOS GIGANTES HIKE
Welcome to Los Gigantes! This hardcore trail can be classified as an extreme adventure and one of my personal favourites when it comes to hiking in Tenerife.
MASCA GORGE HIKE: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
Masca Gorge is one of the most popular hiking trails in Tenerife. This stunning canyon route runs through a gorge surrounded by high, several hundred meter-tall rocks, all the way to the Masca Beach.
LOS ORGANOS HIKE
Los Organos high mountain trail is one of my favorite hikes in Tenerife. Not very popular, yet demanding and offering some beautiful views.
CAMINO DE CANDELARIA NORTH
Camino de Candelaria trail has a very rich history, dating back to the early settlers of the region who used it as a way to travel and trade between the various villages. Hiking Camino de Candelaria allowed me to do a little discovery of the history and natural beauty of Tenerife. This pilgrim route is approximately…