Teide Quad Adventure – Day & Sunset Tours
Discover Tenerife on an unforgettable quad adventure through the landscapes of Teide National Park, reaching approximately 2,100 m above sea level.
Ride a 300cc or 600cc quad from Arona along scenic paved mountain roads, surrounded by Canarian pine forests, volcanic terrain, and views of the Atlantic Ocean.
- Day Tour: Scenic on-road experience with mountain roads, volcanic landscapes, and viewpoints.
- Sunset Tour: Enjoy sunset colours while riding through Teide National Park with views of Mount Teide and the ocean.
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Activity Information
- Departure & Return: Arona, South Tenerife.
- The time on your booking is the check-in time, not departure. The tour starts after registration, licence check, safety briefing, and helmet fitting.
- Duration: 2–3 hours, depending on driving ability.
- Distance: Approx. 70 km, entirely on paved roads.
- Maximum speed: 45 km/h.
- Maximum altitude: Approx. 2,100 m. Warm clothing recommended.
- Each quad holds up to 2 people. Passengers do not need a licence.
- Maximum combined weight per quad: 180 kg.
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Itinerary
- Arona – Meet your guide and complete the safety briefing.
- Corona Forestal – Ride through pine forests with mountain and ocean views.
- Vilaflor – Visit Spain’s highest village (1,400 m) and see the Pino Gordo.
- Boca Tauce – Explore volcanic formations from Pico Viejo eruptions. Weather permitting, enjoy views of Mount Teide from its base. This tour does not reach the summit, crater, cable car, or lava fields.
- Panoramic viewpoint (2,100 m) – On the Sunset Tour, sunset is mainly enjoyed while riding. Stops depend on availability, park rules, traffic, and safety.
- Return to Arona – Scenic ride back.
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Important Driving Requirements
- Only full physical driving licences held for at least 1 year are accepted. No provisional, temporary, digital, or photo copies.
- This is a 100% on-road experience. Off-road riding and dirt tracks are not included.
- Photos, videos, or phone use while moving are strictly prohibited for safety. Photos allowed only when the guide confirms.
- Closed shoes required. Jackets and footwear available for rent.
- Tours may change or be cancelled due to weather or safety.
- Visibility of Mount Teide and sunset depends on weather and cannot be guaranteed.
- No refunds after the tour or 15 minutes past start time.
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Physical Requirements
Not recommended for guests with limited hand strength or low endurance. The quad uses a continuous thumb throttle for about 70 km and can be physically demanding.
By booking, guests confirm they have read and understood the activity. Expectations not matching the description (such as off-road driving, reaching the summit, guaranteed sunset stops, or taking photos while riding) do not reflect the service provided.
