In the heart of the night, while the deep silence of the mountain reigns, the celestial theatre begins its performance. It is the Teide National Park, a natural cathedral where the poetry of the stars is written.
Where darkness is not an absence of light, but a mantle that invites the stars to shine brighter.
The 7 best stargazing excursions on Mount Teide
1. Night trekking through the Cañadas del Teide
Duration: 3 hours
Night-time hiking route through the Cañadas del Teide. A 5km route where you can admire the starry sky and learn to distinguish the stars and astronomical phenomena.
An expert guide will share with you unique insights into the elements of the Teide sky. After the hike there is a small snack before returning to the Parador Nacional.
2. Free tour of the Teide National Park
Duration: 2 hours
During this 6-kilometre walk, you will discover the natural monuments of the Cañadas del Teide, including the Llanos de Ucanca and Roque Cinchado.
A guide will reveal the geological formation of Teide, its different eruptive processes and why this place is a refuge for unique endemic species, such as the red tajinastes and Teide violets.
3. Excursion to Teide + Cable car entrance from the north
Duration: 5 hours
5-hour excursion to Teide, including a cable car ride up to a height of 2,356 metres.
Starting with a pick-up at various points in the north of Tenerife, you’ll head to the Teide National Park to marvel at the panoramic views. In the cable car you’ll enjoy a serene ten-minute ride through ancient volcanic landscapes. At the summit, you can explore for an hour on your own.
4. Guided sunset tour on Teide and stargazing with dinner
Duration: 9 hours
A whole day dedicated to the natural wonder of the Teide National Park, combining the delight of a breathtaking sunset and the fascination of a starry sky in Tenerife.
You will immerse yourself in the panoramic views of the park and after sunset, an astronomer guide will help you decipher the constellations and understand the cartography of the night sky. This activity includes a pick-up service.
5. Stargazing Safari Experience, Tenerife
Duration: 2 to 6.5 hours
Accompanied by expert astronomy guides you will contemplate the majesty of the starry sky on Mount Teide. The package includes stargazing and a typical Canarian dinner to enjoy the sunset from the top of the sea of clouds.
To make your exploration of the night sky more exciting, computerised telescopes and lasers are provided. Remember to wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes for this adventure. An optional pick-up service is also available for added convenience.
6. Teide with dinner and star gazing
Duration: 5 hours
A 5-hour night adventure that starts with a typical Canarian dinner at Bodegas Reverón, in the village of Vilaflor. After dinner you will go to the Teide National Park, where an expert guide will show and explain the different stars that can be seen in the night sky.
The pick-up service is included in the south of Tenerife, specifically from Los Gigantes to Golf del Sur.
7. Teide National Park: stargazing
Duration: 80 minutes
Stargazing tour to explore the night sky without light pollution in the Teide National Park. First you will learn to recognise the constellations and the main stars without the need for instruments with the help of an expert guide.
You will immerse yourself in astronomical observation with a telescope, where you will see the most outstanding celestial objects of the night. You will learn about the Greek mythology associated with the constellations and learn about their shapes and positions. Insurance, hotel pick-up and drop-off service and dinner are included.
Where is the best place to see the stars in the Teide National Park?
If you want to see the stars on your own, the truth is that there is no single “best” place, but several ideal places for stargazing in the Teide National Park.
One of the favourites, without a doubt, is the Mirador de Chío.
With its elevated location, accessible by car, this vantage point offers breathtaking stellar views.
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Another hidden gem is the Mirador de los Poleos, located in the lush area of the Llano de Ucanca.
From there, you will have spectacular panoramic views of the sky that are a feast for the eyes.
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The Mirador de La Ruleta, next to the Parador de Cañadas del Teide, is one of the points where companies usually carry out stargazing activities.
The good thing is that you can go on your own to see the stars and enjoy them in the heart of the Teide National Park.
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But don’t forget that stargazing on Teide requires a bit of planning. Find a day with clear skies and away from urban areas to avoid light pollution. This way you will be able to fully enjoy this cosmic spectacle.
9 recommendations and tips before stargazing on Mount Teide
- Warm clothing: Although Tenerife has a pleasant climate all year round, temperatures in the Teide National Park drop considerably at night. Make sure you bring enough warm clothes.
- Comfortable footwear: To move around the observation areas, it is best to wear suitable, comfortable footwear that allows you to walk easily over uneven terrain. Remember that the whole area is made of volcanic rock.
- Food and water: If you’re staying for a long time and haven’t booked an excursion with dinner included, bring water and something to eat to enjoy for a while.
- Flashlight with red light: A torch with red light is very useful for moving in the dark without disturbing your and other stargazers’ low-light adaptation.
- Camera and tripod: If you have a camera that can take long exposure photographs, don’t hesitate to take it with you. The stars on Teide are a spectacle that you will love to photograph.
- Star map or astronomy app: A guide to the night sky can help you identify constellations, planets and other celestial bodies. There are several mobile apps such as Star Walk.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses: If you go during the day remember that the sun can be quite intense in the park, so I would take sunscreen and sunglasses.
- Plan your visit: Check the weather forecast before you go and make sure there is no full moon if you want to see the stars at their best.
- Respect for nature: Remember that you are in a National Park, so you must follow the rules of respect for the environment. Do not leave rubbish, do not make unnecessary noise and respect the flora and fauna. Remember that camping is prohibited.
The experience of seeing the stars on Mount Teide…
In the heart of the night, the deep silence of the mountain envelops everything, while high above, the celestial theatre begins its performance. It is the Teide National Park, a natural cathedral where the poetry of the stars is written.
Each step you take on the ancient volcanic soil brings you closer to this dark canvas dotted with twinkling lights. Like a pilgrim of the night, you search the sky, an infinite cosmos that tells stories older than time. You search the sky, an infinite cosmos that tells stories older than time.
Sunset turns Teide into a scene of shadows and silhouettes, where the lights of the city fade away, giving way to the true majesty of the firmament. The darkness is not an absence of light, but a mantle that invites the stars to shine more brightly.
Above you, the Milky Way, a river of stars that seems to flow from the edge of the horizon, a veritable star highway winding its way across the celestial vault. Constellations, planets and shooting stars whisper to you secrets of a universe that has no end.
Under the starry sky of Mount Teide, you are surrounded by beauty in its purest state. This scene of contrasts transports you beyond the earth, on a journey through the mysteries of the cosmos. The stars, so distant and yet so close, seem to guide you in a dance of light and darkness.
The contemplation of the stars on Mount Teide is a journey of wonder and humility, a reminder of our smallness in the immensity of the cosmos, but also a celebration of our capacity to admire and understand the beauty that surrounds us. It is a hymn to life and to the mysteries that still await to be discovered in the vault of the sky.
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