Maybe you thought you weren’t going to find waterfalls in Tenerife. The sunny weather and the arid landscapes have led you to think that. Today however we want you to discover three amazing waterfalls that you can visit during your Tenerife vacations.
Lucky trekking lovers! We want to share with you some perfect excursions to visit during your stay in Tenerife. Nothing compares to being able to enjoy a waterfall to cool off after a few kilometers of walking. That’s why today we wanted to reveal you 3 trails for family activities during which, you can get to know one of the few waterfalls in Tenerife.
Barranco del Infierno
In the Barranco del Infierno, in the municipality of Adeje, in the south of Tenerife, you can take an entertaining three-and-a-half-hour hiking excursion duration (back and forth). You will meet a peculiar and striking landscape of abrupt character, from there it receives its name, and certainly a unique space on our island.
The trail concludes at the foot of a spectacular waterfall over 200 meters high. But it is important that you know that it is not possible to bathe in it, since It would negatively affect the ecosystem of the place. After all, we talk about a space that is a Special Nature Reserve.
To visit the Barranco del Infierno it is necessary to reserve your place in advance to make the visit. Only 300 people can access this route people a day, as it is the best way to preserve space. Also in adverse weather conditions, such as rain and/or wind, the ravine It will remain closed for security.
Barranco de Lomo Morín
The Lomo Morín ravine is located in the north of the Island, in the town of Los Silos, in an area called Tierra del Trigo. This route is easily accessibleso it’s ideal for children and adults of all ages. It has a duration of approximately 30 minutes one way and 30 minutes back. We recommend that, if you decide to explore this ravine, to wear closed and non-slip shoes, given that, it is a water channel, the are can become humid and slippery.
It is a fantastic place to contemplate the incredible views of the ‘lower island’. At the end of the road a beautiful waterfall awaits us. On this occasion, it is possible to cool off, so do not forget to bring swimwear! This is the perfect place to rest a little, eat a snack and head back with renewed energies.
Salto del Tornero
As we have revealed on many occasions, Anaga Rural Park is a real box of surprises. On this occasion, we would like you to know the ‘Salto del Tornero’, in the Barranco del Río, where we find a spectacular waterfall over 50 meters high. This waterfall in the North of Tenerife carries water during most of the year, so, during the most arid months, there is the possibility you don’t see wáter. However, if you are lucky enough to see it at its best moment, it will be a memory you cannot erase!
It is an excursion between laurisilva the first section and through a channel of ravine during second. The distance we are going to cover on this trail is 8 kilometers, for which we estimate approximately three hours. This excursion is another ideal excursion that you can do as a family.
We hope we have aroused your curiosity to explore one of these waterfalls of Tenerife. If you decide to get to know your adventurous spirit, do not hesitate to contact with our team! We will help you prepare your excursion in detail.
