Best Masca tours and excursions

Guided exploration of Masca Gorge in Tenerife

Experience the thrill of a Masca Gorge descent and a scenic boat trip to Los Gigantes Marina. Book your adventure today.

4x4 safari to Masca

Go where coaches can't on this adrenaline-fuelled 4x4 tour. Rumble through Tenerife's lava-scarred landscapes towards the ridgetop hamlet of Masca. Zoom down roads and rugged trails as you drop in at the island's stand-out spots, including Garachico, a town devastated by a volcanic eruption and rebuilt on its lava.

VIP Tour of Masca and Teide by Minivan

Spain's iconic Teide National Park is set within a vast plateau shaped by powerful volcanic forces. Here, you'll discover the remains of spectacular eruptions that gave rise to Mount Teide, one of the largest and most impressive volcanoes in the world. At 3,718 metres, it's a sight to behold. Next you'll visit Masca, a gem of a mountain village tucked away in a deep gorge in northwest Tenerife, offering stirring views at every turn. It's known for its traditional Canarian houses, narrow winding roads, and the drama of its natural surroundings. You'll travel in air-con minivans with expert drivers who make sure your trip is comfy and informative.

Teide – Masca 4x4 Safari

This 4x4 safari takes you through valleys and above hills into the lava-scarred Teide National Park to the ridgetop hamlet of Masca. Along the way, you'll also discover rustic villages such as Vilaflor, Santiago del Teide and Guía de Isora. Plus you'll stop to admire views of Roques de García and Pico Viejo as well as the panoramic vistas from Aripe-Chirche viewpoint.

Private full-day tour of Teide and Masca

Teide National Park's moon-like landscape scattered with volcanic relics and surreal rocks is a fascinating place to explore – and a private tour makes it even more special. On this full day trip, you'll discover the pretty villages of Vilaflor and Masca as well as countless panoramic viewpoints worthy of a photo.

Full-day private minivan tour of northwest Tenerife with lunch

Scratch beneath the surface in Tenerife, and you'll uncover another world. This private tour homes in on the rugged northwest of the island, exploring pretty villages and nature reserves. And to put the icing on the cake, you'll get to sample local specialities. As Arianne, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘You'll journey through landscapes that leave you speechless. This tour combines Tenerife's history and culture with scenery.' A real blockbuster.Travelling in your private tour group, you'll soon find yourself glued to the window as you climb up towards Santiago del Teide. After a pit stop in this prosperous highland village, we'll head to the Cherfe viewpoint. On a clear day, you can see the neighbouring island of La Gomera. Then, it's on the hard-to-reach hamlet of Masca. Perched on a jagged ridge in the middle of a steep volcanic gorge, it has a ‘lost world' feel to it. Next, it's on to Garachico, a town on the wave-washed north coast. Enjoy a guided tour, seeing its famous natural lava pools. Islanders come from all over Tenerife to bathe in them.At Icod de Los Vinos, there's a walking tour of the town, famed for its centuries-old dragon tree. And that's just an appetiser – as the next stop features a local-products lunch in a traditional old house. The afternoon sees you return to your accommodation, travelling through Teno Rural Park. A dramatic way to round off the excursion.

Northwest Tenerife full-day tour with Canarian lunch

With coastal roads, towering cliffs and valley-nestled villages, Tenerife's west is a joy to explore. On this tour in comfortable minivans, you'll go through a roll call of all the must-dos – local product tastings, exploring Teno Rural Park and visiting picture-postcard villages. Arianne, one of our expert guides, says, ‘You'll unearth the geology of Tenerife's past, discovering impressive landscapes along with the island's history and culture.'It all begins in Icod de Los Vinos. A guided tour of the town takes in its centuries-old dragon tree – located in a park that's more like a botanic garden – traditional colonial-style architecture and a sampling of some local products. Then, it's on to the hard-to-reach ‘lost village' of Masca. Precariously perched on a ridge overlooking a rugged gorge, it's one of Tenerife's most jaw-dropping sights.Next, you'll head down to Garachico on the coast, and discover why it's known as the ‘prettiest and unluckiest' town on the island. Stroll by its famous lava pools and see the historic castle before a lunch made from locally sourced ingredients in a family-run restaurant. It's an ideal setting for savouring Canarian cuisine. The afternoon sees you exploring the jagged peaks in craggy Teno Rural Park. It's famed for its laurel and pine forests as well as its exotic flora, so breathe in deeply for the full experience.

Teide and Masca tour from northern Tenerife

This exclusive tour explores Tenerife's most dramatic inland areas. You'll venture in an eight-seater minivan through the otherworldly landscapes of Teide National Park, admire the panoramas from countless viewpoints and visit the ridge-top hamlet of Masca. Plus, there's traditional Canarian lunch on the menu, too. Arianne, one of our expert local guides, say, "I love guiding this tour because it's an overdose of nature, focusing on the island's volcanology, from the past to the present."Your adventure kicks off by heading south into Teide National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – climbing through a dense pine forest. There's a pit stop at Chirche viewpoint, which often overlooks cloud-shrouded terrain below. The scenery around here is still bursting with greenery. But as we journey deeper into the national park, you'll encounter volcanic landscapes that could easily be on the moon, Venus or Mars. Desolate, rock-strewn badlands. A stop at Roques de Garcia allows you to take some pics near these iconic rock formations, with the volcano's cone in the background.Grab a last look at the lava-scarred landscapes at Poleos viewpoint before dropping into a family-run restaurant for a lunch made from seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Rounding off the day is a visit to Masca – a hard-to-reach hamlet perched on a ridge in a deep volcanic gorge. Enjoy free time to poke around and take in the vistas. What is the itinerary for this experience? Itinerary from Southern Tenerife: - 7:50am – pick-up from your hotel- 9:40am to 10.20am – visit of Masca hamlet- 10:20am to 11:00am – drive up to El Teide- 11:00am to 11:45am – stop at Narices del Teide and Juan Evora- 11:45am to 12:20pm – panoramic drive through Teide National Park with stop at MInas San Jose- 12:20pm to 1:45pm – stop at restaurant- 1:45pm to 2:05pm – drive to Parador - Roques Garcia- 2.05pm to 2.30pm – stop at Parador- 2:30pm to 2.50pm – drive to Vilaflor- 2:50pm to 3.15pm – Vilaflor visit - 3.40pm Set off back to hotelsPlease note, the times and schedule may vary on the day Itinerary from Northern Tenerife: - 8:40am – pick-up from your hotel- 9:20am – stop at Lomo Molino- 10:25am – visit Masca hamlet- 12:05pm – stop at the restaurant for lunch- 1:55pm – drive up to El Teide and stop in Narices del Teide- 2:20pm – stop at Roques Garcia- 3:05pm – stop at Minas de San Jose- 3:50pm – stop at Mirador Montaña Bermeja- 4:40pm – drop-off at your hotelPlease note, the times and schedule may vary on the day