Into the Heart of Masca
A descent through one of the best known gorges on Tenerife. The route begins in the mountain village of Masca and goes gradually deeper between the high walls of the canyon towards the ocean.
Route snapshot
Distance
4.6 km
Elevation
About 615 m of descent
Difficulty
Low to moderate
Format
All day
Minimum age
From 8 years
Group size
Up to 8 guests
Price
- €380 for a group of 1–2 guests
- €180 per person from 3 guests
- €160 per child from 3 guests
What to expect
A long descent, a stony path, the high walls of the gorge and an entirely different scale of the island — not from a viewpoint but from inside the mountains. After returning to Los Gigantes you can have dinner in a local restaurant.
Regulated Masca Gorge descent
Includes the mandatory access ticket and the return boat to Los Gigantes.
Who it is for
For guests who want Tenerife’s iconic gorge experience and are comfortable with a sustained descent and uneven mountain terrain.
Included
- Guiding by a certified TD2 Media Montaña mountain guide
- Route planning and adaptation to the group and current conditions
- Pre-hike preparation information
- Professional liability insurance and participant insurance for registered activities
Not included unless stated otherwise
- Food and drinks
- Restaurant visits and ordered meals are paid separately
- Personal hiking equipment
- Transfer
- Additional external services
Also included on this route
- Mandatory Masca gorge descent ticket
- Mandatory boat to Los Gigantes
Transfer may be available by prior arrangement for groups of up to 4 guests. Availability and price are confirmed separately.
Preparation and equipment
Footwear
Worn-in hiking boots or trail shoes
Equipment
- Light daypack around 20-30 L
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm layer
- Sun protection
- 1.5-2 L water capacity
- Personal medication
- Swimsuit
Training
Regular walking and basic fitness before the trip
Documents
Travel and identity documents required for the participant journey
Guidance
- Trekking poles are provided on site
- Final route implementation depends on weather, trail conditions, group fitness and guide judgement
How the route is confirmed
Distances and elevation changes are approximate. The final choice of route depends on the weather, the state of the trails, the level of the group and current conditions.
The minimum age is a guideline for booking. For each child the route is chosen individually, taking fitness and experience into account.
How to book
Send your travel dates, the number of participants and your hiking experience — I will suggest the route that best suits your group.
The price includes the mandatory ticket for the Masca gorge descent and the mandatory boat ticket to Los Gigantes.