The 6 Best Santa Cruz de Tenerife Tours

1.Santa Cruz de Tenerife Palmetum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 246 reviews · 1 day · from $7Our pick

Enter Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s 12-hectare Palmetum, a botanical garden built on a former rubbish dump. See about 3,000 plant species, including more than 600 palms from island regions around the world, plus two lakes, a stream, three waterfalls, and views over the city and sea. The ticket is valid for one day; host or greeter languages are Spanish and English.

“Great to walk around with the family a welcome break for low cost”

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2.Beginner’s Diving & Introduction

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 3 hours · from $89Top rated

At Macaronesian Divers in Santa Cruz, learn how the scuba equipment works, then head into the sea with an instructor for a 30 to 45 minute underwater session to a maximum depth of 6 meters. Groups are limited to eight, and equipment, souvenir photos, hot showers and a drink are included.

“We had a great time! The instructor was very patient and explained everything very well. We loved itz”

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3.2-Hour Hiking Tour in Anaga Forest

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 133 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $50

This 2.5-hour guided walk leads beginners through Anaga’s laurel forest, with time for views, local nature and stories about the area. Guide Angel is often named for his warm humor and knowledge of the forest. The price is $50 per person and includes a water bottle and snack.

“Very nice trip to the forest with funny and experienced guide.”

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4.Santa Cruz, La Laguna and Anaga Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 67 reviews · 9 hours · from $61

Spend nine hours visiting Santa Cruz, walking through UNESCO-listed La Laguna, and riding into Anaga Rural Park for viewpoint stops. A multilingual guide leads the day, with hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned bus. Lunch in La Laguna is not included, and the broad pickup route can mean a long start before the sightseeing begins.

“Wycieczka bardzo fajna , ciekawe informacje , piękne miejsca .Dziekuję i Polecam”

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5.Vilaflor Canyoning Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 5 hours · from $77

Join a qualified local guide for a five-hour dry canyoning route in Vilaflor. After a short approach and safety briefing, you’ll tackle a series of rappels, including a first drop of about 20 metres, through narrow basalt walls. The guide adjusts the challenge to suit different abilities, and the route ends with a walk among Canary pine trees. Groups are limited to seven.

“I highly recommend it. It's a great attraction, suitable for beginners. Jorge is a friendly and very experienced guide.”

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6.Full day tour visiting Santa Cruz, La Laguna and Anaga

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 36 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $62

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Santa Cruz, La Laguna and Anaga by air-conditioned coach, with an official Canary Islands guide. Expect a short capital-city stop, a guided walk in La Laguna and scenic mountain viewpoints. Lunch costs extra, and pickup arrangements vary by resort area, so confirm your meeting point before tour day.

“Excellent tour! Just enough time in all the right places. Really interesting guide and super driver. Really glad we did this and saw what the rest of the island can offer. Was initially put off reading some poor reviews but these were not true. The bus was prompt and the driving to and from was not long. There were lots of toilet stops and the aircon was fine. La Laguna was the highlight. The only suggestion would be to bring a snack / sandwich as lunch was about 2.30.”

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