To make it easier to get oriented, let’s start the route from La Laguna. You’ll get here in about 50 minutes from the south of the island. The entire route and both sides from the south of the island will be 190km. The walking part is 4km.
Viewpoints in Anaga Park
If you want to drive through the entire park in 1 day, then follow my route. Just stop at the viewpoints, take short walks around, and move on.
Mirador de Jardina
The first viewpoint you definitely won’t miss is Mirador de Jardina. A beautiful view of La Laguna. Parking is available along the road.
Cruz del Carmen
A more modest viewpoint, but more interesting. Here you can have a snack in a cafe or restaurant, get maps at the info center, and use the restroom. There are a lot of tourists at the viewpoint. Beware of pickpockets.
Park your car and go for a short 30-40 minute walk. From the parking lot, follow the wooden path according to the signs. The route diagram on the info stand is confusing. Don’t worry about it, just walk around.
At the end, you’ll reach a viewpoint. From here, you can see Santa Cruz and the beginning of Terresitas beach. Done walking? Let’s move on.
Pico del Ingles
Mirador Risco Amogoje and León de Taganana
As you approach the viewpoint, notice the rock in the shape of a lion’s head. The viewpoint is located by the road. From here, you can see the northern coast of Anaga. Coordinates.
Playa del Roque de las Bodegas
A decent wild beach with pebbles and black sand. Coordinates. You can swim only in calm weather, otherwise, you might get swept away by the ocean or hit by a wave. Walk along the path near the Roque de las Bodegas rock. Time for lunch. I recommend these restaurants nearby:
- Restaurante La Ola – friendly owner, order whatever he suggests
- Restaurante Playa Casa Africa – an average seafood restaurant. Order fried shrimp with garlic, octopus, or fresh fish.
- Restaurante Roque Las Ánimas – located a bit before the beach. Order goat (cabra) or rabbit.
Playa de Almáciga
Almáciga Beach is my favorite in Anaga Park. It’s a beach with character and a distinctive wild nature. Be very careful with it. It will welcome you with relaxed and peaceful hippies in minivans, running surfers, and sunbathing Canarian youth. The beach has pleasant warm black sand. But I wouldn’t recommend swimming deeper than waist-high, especially if there are waves, as there can be rip currents. After sunbathing, let’s go catch the sunset at the next beach.
Playa de Benijo
The sexiest beach on the island is Benijo Beach. Time your visit during low tide, otherwise, you won’t see the beach. This is a beach for nudists and people with liberal attitudes. Feel at one with nature. Make sure to visit the beach a few hours before sunset, as the sun hides behind the mountains earlier. The photos will be amazing!
Taborno Village
We’ll spend the second part of the day actively – going on a mini-hike to Roque de Taborno peak. The trail is not too difficult, but wear good shoes as we’ll walk on rocks. But before that, let’s have lunch at an excellent restaurant!
In the village, there’s only a bar and a restaurant. We’ll stop to eat at the restaurant Historias Para No Dormir, where the French chef cooks brilliantly! The daily menu is €16.80. Everything is delicious, check out the photos above.
Alright, now let’s head to the trail. The round-trip distance is about 4km. The path to Roque de Taborno mountain.
Here’s the mountain itself – the symbol of Anaga Park. At the very end, there’s an amazing Era de los Cardos viewpoint.
From here, you can see a large part of the northern coast and even Benijo Beach. We’ve accomplished all our goals for the day, so we can head back home and to the beach.
How to get to Anaga Park by bus
The infographic shows 2 bus routes to Anaga. On bus 946 (schedule), you’ll reach Almaciga beach and the village of Taganana with restaurants. Bus 947 (schedule) will take you to the mountain village of Chamorga. From there, great routes lead to the coast:
- Маршрут по северу Тенерифе. Парк Анага
- Taborno
- GPS: 28,557275 -16,264411
