Teide Stargazing Walk
Teide Stargazing Walk
- Guided sunset hike through the Teide National Park.
- Volcanic itinerary with magnificent panoramic views.
- Enjoy the colours of the sunset and the sunset.
- Observation of the starry sky with laser pointer and binoculars.
Destination:
Tenerife
Privacy:
In a Group
Guided:
Guided
Transport:
Optional Transport
Duración excursión:
4 hours
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Tenerife
In a Group
Hiking
Stargazing
Guided
4 hours
Optional Transport
Price: 90€ per person
Overview
Activity
Astronomy
Activity
Hiking
Private
Grup
Guide
Guided
Island
Tenerife
Place
Teide National Park
Level
Medium
Distance
5 km
Time
4 hours
Ascent
+300m / +980ft
Descent
-300m / -980ft
Dates
All year round
Description
Our guide-astronomer will be waiting for you at the starting point of the trail, or, if you have contracted our transport service, we will pick you up at your place of accommodation and we will go together up to the starting point of the trail. Teide National Park.
The route will allow us to walk, still in daylight, between recent volcanoes on the edge of the Canary Island pine forest and the high mountain vegetation. Perhaps we will be able to hear and see some birds along the way, such as the road warbler or the blue chaffinch. Also some lizards often cross the path, especially in summer.
Undoubtedly, what will probably capture your attention most will be the magnificent landscapes of the sunset on Mount Teide, the sea of clouds, the neighbouring islands emerging from the blue Atlantic and the views over the forests and volcanoes of the island of Tenerife. The contrast of blue, green, white and ochre colours are worthy of a painter's palette. The pure mountain air and the peaceful silence of the place will make us enjoy the experience from the very beginning.
Soon we will reach the captivating magic of the sunset, which is different every day, every time. It will not be time to say goodbye as we will continue the Night Walk on Teide, enjoying the twilight and later the light of our torches, or the moon if it accompanies us tonight.
The excursion takes place in an area with a clear and protected sky, ideal for astronomical observation. Little by little, bright dots have been appearing in the sky, and our guide will show you how to see them with the naked eye and with the help of a laser pointer and astronomical binoculars. You will learn how to orient yourself, discover how the sky moves and recognise different constellations, planets and the Milky Way.
We hope to surprise you with a beautiful route and tell you a lot of things that will make you discover and appreciate our island and the night sky a little bit more. We finish taking you back to your accommodation if you have hired the transportation with us.
Price and Conditions
Price
2 people: 90€ per person
Each extra person : +20€
Services Included
Hiking and astronomy guide
Laser pointer
Astronomical binoculars
Liability Insurance
Accident Insurance
Taxes
Services Not Included
Transportation (optional service)
Food
Drink
Other services not indicated in Included Services
Extras
Transportation: 60€ por persona
If you want us to pick you up at your accommodation and take you back, choose this option when you make your reservation. You will be able to rest in our vehicle on the way up and down. In addition, we are official guides and you can enjoy our interpretations and commentaries of the places we pass by.
Adaptations
Customise the Excursion
If this excursion appeals to you, but you would like to adapt or customise it, you can contact us in advance to discuss your needs or add this service when making your reservation by filling in the comments box.
3-step confirmation
Make your reservation by filling out the Reservation Form.
We indicate the availability.
You make the payment to confirm the excursion.
Cancellation
If the conditions are not right for the tour (the most common reason is due to bad weather) or there are not enough people registered, we will contact you to inform you of alternatives. Normally we can offer you:
Change the date keeping the same conditions.
Cancellation with 100% refund.
Cancellation
If you wish to cancel the tour for any reason:
Up to 24 hours before the excursion: 100% refund of the excursion.
Last 24 hours before the excursion: No refund.
Health and Safety
Our guide will always be attentive to your well-being and will act at all times so that you can enjoy the experience in health and safety.
Principles
In order for you to feel confident and at ease during your excursion, we apply 3 principles:
Environmental awareness and risk prevention.
Training of our guides in first aid.
Equipment and technology.
Conditions
To make this excursion it is necessary:
Wear warm clothes.
Habit of walking or other sporting activity.
Be in good general health, not suffer from cardiorespiratory or other conditions incompatible with an activity at an altitude of 2,000 meters.
Difficulty
Medium
To define the general difficulty of the activity (being aware that it may differ for each person according to their particular conditions), we have established 10 parameters and a risk scale with 5 levels. In addition, we indicate what actions we take to prevent these risks and give you some tips and recommendations with which you can help us in prevention.
Risk Scale:
1. Nil / 2. Low / 3. Medium / 4. High / 5. Very High
Effort: medium
In the first part of the trail we will face the uphill section of the hike. Although it is short, at an altitude of 2,000 metres the amount of oxygen is less and any effort is a little more noticeable.
Prevention: Our guide will set a leisurely pace that the whole group can follow..
Fatigue: low
The proposed trail is short, so there is not much fatigue.
Prevention: Our guide will suggest frequent stops along the way to catch your breath before continuing.
Vertigo: nil
The chosen path does not present any risk of vertigo.
Prevention: None.
Claustrophobia: nil
The activity takes place in the open air. There are no enclosed spaces where you might feel claustrophobic.
Prevention: None.
Altitude sickness: low
Although we will be at about 2,000 meters above sea level, it is very rare to experience altitude sickness.
Prevention: Make the ascent in a slow vehicle, driving smoothly and making a stop along the way to acclimatize to the altitude. Drink regularly to maintain hydration. In severe cases, end the activity and descend immediately.
Falls: medium
The volcanic terrain is irregular, with numerous rocks and small obstacles that could make us fall if we do not pay attention or do not illuminate the path well. On the way down is where we must pay more attention. However, the path is well marked and does not present a special risk.
Prevention: Hiking poles help provide balance and stability, reducing the risk of falling. Carry a flashlight to be able to light the way when it gets dark. Our guide carries a first aid kit to make the necessary first aid cures in case of a fall.
Insolation: low
There is hardly any shade on the road and there are usually no clouds blocking the sun. However, exposure to the sun is for a short time just before sunset.
Prevention: Sunglasses with high ultraviolet protection will be very useful with the sun so low. In the summer months, especially, and for those people with more sensitive skin to the sun, we recommend using sunscreen and a cap or hat with a good visor..
Cold: high
Dsince the activity takes place at 2,000 meters above sea level, when the sun sets, temperatures drop considerably, especially in the winter months. In winter the temperature is usually 5-10ºC, while in summer it is usually 10-15ºC. Walking helps to warm up, thus reducing the sensation of cold while moving.
Prevention: It is important to wear enough warm layers to feel comfortable and warm throughout the activity. Thick-soled shoes and thick socks to insulate yourself from the ground. We also recommend wearing gloves, hat and scarf. You can also bring a hot drink.
Wear warm clothes. It is better to bring some extra warm clothes than to be cold. What is not necessary can be left in the vehicle.
Rain: low
It does not usually rain here.
Prevention: In case of rain, we will cancel the activity.
Wind: medium
Some days may be windy. The presence of wind can increase the thermal sensation of cold or dehydration.
Prevention: We recommend wearing a good windbreaker jacket and a supplementary coat. It is also important to protect the neck and ears.
Funcional Diversity
If you have any functional diversity that requires special attention from us, we ask you to indicate your needs when making the reservation by filling out the comments box to analyze whether it is compatible with the characteristics of the tour and offer the necessary service for your enjoyment.
Recommendations
THIS TOUR IS NOT RECOMMENDED for the following persons:
People who do not come with sufficient shelter.
People with health problems incompatible with altitude above 2,000 meters.
Children under 12 years old.
Get Ready
The temperature contrast between day and night at sunset, and also due to the altitude, can be very significant. At night, it is often cold and windy in the Teide National Park, at an altitude of 2,000 metres. In addition, ddepending on the season, you will need more layers, especially in winter. In summer, the warm temperatures on the coast should not make you think that it will be hot at 2,000 metres above sea level and at night. To enjoy your hike, the most important thing is to protect yourself from the cold and wind by wrapping your body in several layers of warm clothing.
What do you need to bring?
Coat: Thermal T-shirt, warm and windproof coat. Thermal trousers and long trousers. Gloves, hat and scarf. Thick socks and closed footwear thick-soled hiking or mountain footwear.
Drink: It is very important to stay hydrated during the hike to feel well, especially considering the dry weather conditions in the Teide National Park. The ideal is to bring a thermos with water (so that it retains its temperature and does not get cold) or a hot drink such as tea, coffee or chocolate.
Food: You can bring something to eat such as a sandwich, pasta or rice salad, nuts, gofio, chocolate, energy bars or fruit.
Hand cream and chapstick: Since humidity is usually low, lips and hands dry out quickly, so we recommend that you bring a lip balm and hand cream.
Sunglasses: Protect your eyesight during sunset and twilight.
Flashlight: To light the way when it gets dark. Remember that torches with a red light mode are especially for astronomy, as they avoid dazzling you during observation.
Litter bag: To avoid leaving traces of your passage and help to keep Teide National Park clean, put your waste in a container or litter bag that you can then throw in a litter bin. In the National Park and on the island you will find waste bins and containers for separating waste. If you are not sure whether any of the waste you generate is recyclable, ask us and we will tell you.
Astronomical binoculars (we recommend 7x50 or higher) and Photo camera (we recommend SLR type with tripod): If you have any of these objects, we encourage you to take them with you.
Meeting
When you make your booking we will tell you the time and meeting point, either at your accommodation, if you have chosen the transport option with us, or at the starting point of the excursion. The timetable varies depending on the time of year. We will also let you know who your guide will be and our contact details for any queries you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sí. Las temperaturas a 2.000 metros de altura son más bajas y frías que en la costa, incluso en Tenerife. Pese a que la humedad relativa suele ser bastante baja y el clima seco, cuando hace viento, la sensación de frío aumenta.
Recuerda llevar calzado cerrado, con buena suela, calcetines gruesos, pantalones largos abrigados y varias capas de abrigo. Guantes, gorro y bufanda son recomendables en invierno, e incluso en verano para una mayor sensación de confort. Si dudas en llevar mucho o poco abrigo, te recomendamos llevar todo lo que tengas, si no lo usas, no pasa nada, puedes dejarlo en el transporte. Si llevas poco abrigo, puedes no sentirte a gusto y no disfrutar de la actividad.
¡Un último consejo! Si tienes crema de manos y protector de labios, llévalos, el aire suele ser seco y notarás que tus labios y manos se resecan. Usarlos te protegerá.
No. En esta actividad nos estaremos desplazando y durante la observación del cielo conoceremos el cielo a simple vista y con prismáticos astronómicos, que son ligeros de transportar. Si buscas una actividad en la que usemos telescopio, reserva nuestra experiencia Observación de Estrellas con Telescopio o privatiza la excursión indicándonos cómo deseas que sea tu experiencia.
No. During the excursion we will be in nature and there will be no toilet facilities. Therefore, in case you need to go to the toilet, it will be necessary to use nature, avoiding leaving any kind of waste. We recommend that you bring tissues and a rubbish bag so that you can dispose of used tissues and any other waste in it and then throw it away in the rubbish bins that we will find in the car park next to the transport or on the way back in an urban area.
Remember that we will be in a National Park and each of our actions contributes to keeping it clean and as we would like to see itprotect it.
No. You can have dinner before the start of the activity (in summer) or after the activity (in winter) or bring a picnic to eat while watching the sunset. For private excursions we can organise dinner during the excursion, please ask us!
No. The route does not include a visit to the Teide Observatory because the astrophysicists work at night and it is not possible to visit the facilities while they are working. However, during the day it is possible to make a visit and we can organise it if you are interested, combining it with the sky observation experience, just ask us and we will customise your excursion!
Ask us any other questions you may have.
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