A guided hike through the Masca Gorge in north-western Tenerife, lasting four hours and covering five kilometres, with the return journey by boat. The difficulty level is moderate to high. Hiking boots with treaded soles and a valid ID card are compulsory; otherwise, access to the gorge will not be permitted. Places are limited.
Saturday21November 2026
When
Saturday 21 November 2026
Where
Salida desde la plaza del Príncipe; Barranco de Masca
Salida desde la plaza del Príncipe; Barranco de Masca, El Sauzal · Get directions
The tour is called "Paredes de roca sobre el mar" (Rock faces over the sea) and involves a descent through the Barranco de Masca in Buenavista del Norte. The route is five kilometres long and takes around four hours to complete. Transport by boat is included in the price.
The meeting point is the Plaza del Príncipe in El Sauzal, from where the tour sets off at 7:00. The tour is aimed at experienced walkers, as the difficulty level is rated as moderate to high.
Hiking boots with treaded soles and an identity card are compulsory. Without both, access to the gorge is not permitted. The cost is 15 euros for residents and 25 euros for non-residents.
Last checked on 28 October 2026 at 14:00. Source: Ilustre Ayuntamiento de El Sauzal.
