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What to see in Marylebone Village
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Culture
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Adventure
The Teide Cable Car is one of the most impressive experiences and one of the best things to do in Tenerife. Because it is not every day that you have the opportunity to ascend the slopes of a volcano to over 3,500 metres in height while enjoying incredible views over the Canary Islands
The ascent of Mount Teide by cable car will allow you to see Teide National Park from another point of view. During the journey, the landscape changes completely; little by little, the trails are left behind and give way to an impressive panoramic view of the national park over the ocean. A unique perspective of this volcanic environment that can only be appreciated from the air.
Many travellers think that Mount Teide is only worth visiting for hiking, but visiting Mount Teide by cable car allows you to enjoy a much more accessible and comfortable experience. Even people who are not used to mountain walking can reach a spectacular height in just a few minutes.
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What makes taking the Teide Cable Car a memorable experience is the contrast of landscape and climate that you feel in the blink of an eye. The base station is perfectly integrated into the landscape of broom and lava of the national park, while the upper station welcomes the visitor into a high mountain environment where the air is purer, the wind blows strongly and the volcanic stone paths invite you to explore the most spectacular viewpoints on the island.
Although everyone will have their own opinion, for me, these are the most outstanding aspects and the ones I like most about the cable car:
La Rambleta viewpoint and its trails: Upon leaving the upper station you will find yourself at La Rambleta. Two trails start from here; the one that takes you to the Pico Viejo viewpoint (with views of the impressive coloured crater) and the one that goes to the La Fortaleza viewpoint, facing the north of the island and the sea of clouds of Anaga.
The trail to the crater (Telesforo Bravo): As long as the goal is to step on the highest point of the volcano, this is the path that goes up to the cone. Keep in mind that to do this last section on foot, you require a free permit from the national park which you must request online months in advance.
Imposing height: The base station is located at an altitude of 2,356 metres, while the upper station, known as La Rambleta, reaches a height of 3,555 metres. It is, therefore, the highest cable car in all of Spain.
How long does it take?: The duration of the Teide cable car per trip is just 8 minutes, during which the cabin travels at a constant speed, covering a distance of almost 2,500 metres.
Before wrapping up warm and leaving your hotel, it is essential that you know where the Teide Cable Car is, as the national park is located in the geographical centre of Tenerife and the distances by mountain road can be greater than they seem at first glance.
The stations are located in the heart of Teide National Park, at an altitude of about 2,300 metres, surrounded by a natural amphitheatre of volcanic walls, pumice stone fields and ash cones that create a unique landscape declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
📍 Carretera TF-21, Km 43, 38300 La Orotava, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
The car is the most comfortable way to get to the Teide Cable Car. Coming from the south (Costa Adeje), you must go up the TF-21 road that passes through Vilaflor. From the north (Puerto de la Cruz), take the TF-21 going up through the Orotava Valley. And if you are coming from Santa Cruz, access via the dorsal road TF-24.
The Teide Cable Car car park is located next to the base station and, although it is quite large, especially during holidays, long weekends or summer months, it tends to fill up quickly.
📍 To calculate distances in real time and visualise the most appropriate mountain route, it is advisable to consult the Teide Cable Car Map before setting off.
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The Teide Cable Car timetable starts at 09:00am and the last ascent is at 16:00pm (closing at 17:00pm). There are specific dates when the service is extended, allowing ascents until 17:40pm. Remember that its operation always depends on the high mountain weather (if it is very windy that day or, perhaps, there is ice on the summit towers, this may force a temporary closure for safety).
The price of the Teide Cable Car for a standard return ticket is, for non-residents, 42€ for adults and 21€ for children. It should be noted that Canary Island residents benefit from a special reduced rate of 10.50€ for adults and 5.25€ for children.
I recommend buying tickets online well in advance, as places per cabin are limited and usually sell out quickly in high season.
So that you can organise your trip more easily, you can check both the rates and the cable car timetables for that specific day at this link.
When taking a look at the reviews about the Teide Cable Car that tourists share on the Internet, the general rating is very high. Some of the aspects most highlighted by users are the professionalism of the technical team, the speed of the journey and the incomparable views that you enjoy upon reaching the summit.
Before visiting the Teide Cable Car, I leave you several recommendations to keep in mind that will help you enjoy the experience much more.
Bring warm clothing with you. Although the climate is warm in coastal areas, the upper station is located at an altitude of more than 3,500 metres. The temperature at the summit can be close to zero degrees even during the summer months, so it is essential to include a good warm jacket or a sweatshirt, a windbreaker and, if you are visiting during the winter, gloves and a hat in your backpack.
Mountain footwear is mandatory: Forget flip-flops or sandals completely. The ground at the upper station is pure, uneven volcanic rock. To walk along the trails and avoid sprains or slips, it is necessary to wear hiking boots or trainers with thick soles.
Beware of altitude sickness: The ascent in the cabin is very fast and the change in pressure is sudden. Walk slowly at the summits, stay well hydrated and take things calmly. Also, for health reasons, the cable car is not permitted for pregnant women, children under three years of age or people with serious heart problems.
If when you have completed your descent in the cabin you are left wanting more, the surroundings of the national park offer you several spectacular alternatives to put the finishing touch to an unforgettable day of nature:
Located just a few minutes by car from the cable car, next to the Parador de Turismo, are these imposing formations of eroded volcanic rock. Taking a walk along the flat path that surrounds them will allow you to see the famous "Roque Cinchado" (the stone tree) with the silhouette of Mount Teide cut out in the background.
Located at one of the northern entrances to the park, this free interpretation centre has a complete geological museum and a beautiful botanical garden of endemic Canarian flora.
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By Lucía Muñoz
All-terrain writer specialising in tourism, fashion and trends. A curious soul, traveller, reader and sports enthusiast, keen to discover every corner of the world.
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