Motorcycle Tour to Mount Teide
The most spectacular road in Tenerife
Exploring Teide National Park by motorcycle is one of the most breathtaking experiences you can have in Tenerife. Its roads wind through Canary Island pine forests, volcanic landscapes, scenic overlooks, and high-mountain areas offering unique views of the island.
From Puerto de la Cruz, the route to Mount Teide takes you from the north of Tenerife up to an altitude of over 2,000 meters, offering a smooth drive, ever-changing scenery, and one of the most spectacular roads in the Canary Islands.
For many motorcyclists, it is one of the best motorcycle routes in Tenerife thanks to its balance of scenery, riding, and accessibility.
Motorcycle Route to Mount Teide: What Makes This Road Unique
The motorcycle route to Mount Teide stands out for its combination of wide roads, gentle curves, changes in elevation, and unique volcanic landscapes. Unlike other narrower or more technical routes on Tenerife, this one offers a smoother ride and is accessible to most motorcyclists.
Along the route, the landscape changes constantly: green areas in the north, Canary Island pine forests, scenic overlooks, high-mountain roads, and the volcanic landscape of Teide National Park.
It’s the perfect route for both enjoying the drive and stopping along the way to take in the scenery and discover one of Tenerife’s most iconic spots.
Recommended Motorcycle Tour of Mount Teide
The route can start in Puerto de la Cruz, one of the best starting points for climbing Mount Teide by motorcycle from the north of Tenerife.
From Puerto de la Cruz, you can head toward La Orotava and begin the gradual ascent to Teide National Park. As you climb, the landscape changes completely: first lush, humid areas, then Canary Island pine forests, and finally a high-mountain volcanic landscape.
Once inside Teide National Park, the route offers scenic roads, overlooks, and iconic sites such as Minas de San José, Roques de García, and the lava landscapes surrounding the volcano.
The San José Mines and the Volcanic Landscape
Minas de San José is one of the most striking stops along the route. The surroundings change dramatically, giving way to a volcanic landscape of ochre, black, and reddish hues.
This is a spot we highly recommend stopping at to take a short walk and enjoy scenery unlike anywhere else on the island.
Roques de García
Roques de García is one of the most iconic spots in Teide National Park. From this area, you can enjoy one of the most famous views of the volcano, featuring unique rock formations and a distinctive high-mountain landscape.
It’s a highly recommended spot to take photos, rest, and enjoy the surroundings before continuing on your way.
Scenic roads and a sea of lava
Riding around Mount Teide on a motorcycle is a truly special experience. The roads wind through ancient solidified lava flows and offer ever-changing views of the volcano, the mountains, and the volcanic landscape.
Each section offers a different view of the national park, making the route a dynamic, visually appealing, and very pleasant drive.
Quick facts about the route
Approximate duration: half a day
Approximate distance: 170–180 km
Route type: mountains, volcanic landscape, scenic overlooks, and scenic drive
Recommended departure point: Puerto de la Cruz
Recommended level: easy to moderate, due to its wide roads and smooth ride
When to take the Teide motorcycle tour
The Teide route can be hiked for most of the year, but conditions vary with altitude. In winter, it can get cold at higher elevations, while in summer temperatures are generally milder than on the coast.
The early morning hours are a great time to enjoy the route, with less traffic, better light, and a more peaceful atmosphere at the overlooks.
Would you like to take this route on a rental motorcycle?
If you want to explore Mount Teide by motorcycle from Puerto de la Cruz, you can do so on your own by renting one of our motorcycles, or book a guided tour if you’d rather enjoy the route with a guide and not have to worry about planning.
For this route, we recommend a comfortable, stable motorcycle that handles well on the road. The route includes climbs, temperature changes, wide curves, and scenic stretches, so choosing the right motorcycle will help you enjoy the experience even more.