Tap a topic to jump straight to it
El Teide Downhill Bike Tour, Quick Facts
Downhill Mountain Biking, Volcano to the Sea
Join us for a fun downhill mountain biking Tenerife trip! This trip is perfect for everyone, even if you have little or no mountain biking experience. It's family-friendly, and you'll ride on smooth, paved roads, no off-road trails. We start by taking you in a car up to Teide National Park, where we unload the bikes and begin the ride. From there, you'll enjoy an easy ride from the volcano all the way to the sea. Scroll down or click the tabs to learn more and get ready for a safe and exciting adventure!
Below: what's included, the ride itself, honest good-to-know, all the info, and the full policy.
El Teiden Alasrinnemäki-Pyöräilyretki
When you think of mountain biking in Tenerife, you might picture people racing down wild forest trails, chasing speed and taking on big challenges. That kind of extreme downhill biking is not offered to tourists here, mostly due to the risks. Instead, this guided downhill bike tour gives you a fun and safe way to explore the Teide National Park. You'll enjoy a smooth ride from the volcano down to the sea on paved roads. It's not extreme, there's no off-road riding, and the bikes are simple.
Downhill Bike Tour Tenerife, Step By Step
Forget the effort of cycling up the mountain in the heat. Instead you coast down without pedalling, from the volcano all the way to the sea. This guided bike tour needs little effort and suits all ages from eight up and every fitness level. You do not need to be super fit. This is the relaxed, scenic way to enjoy the mountain. Here is how the day goes, from pick-up to the coast.
Free Hotel Pick-Up, Then Uphill By Minivan
Pick-up is included from hotels in the south of Tenerife: Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos. You do not cycle uphill. A minivan drives you up into the Teiden Kansallispuisto while the bikes travel on a trailer. Staying outside these areas? Message us and we will help, or meet us at an easy pick-up point. Pick-up is usually between 13:00 and 14:00, and the exact time is confirmed after you book.
Easy start: Sit back during the scenic transfer. The uphill part is done by minivan, not by bike.
Arrival And Getting Ready
The minivan reaches the mountain starting area at around 2,180 meters. The team unloads the bikes from the trailer and gives you one that fits. Your guide checks the setup and explains the main safety rules before you roll. The open volcanic setting feels a world away from the coastal resorts.
Time to get ready: The team unloads the bikes, checks the setup and prepares everyone for the descent.
The Las Lajas Stop
The group stops at the Las Lajas recreational area, surrounded by Canarian pine forest. This is the main rest and preparation stop before the ride. There are picnic tables, and this is normally the best toilet stop of the day. Food and drinks are not included, so bring your own snack and water. Later stops are shorter and may not have toilets.
Bring a snack: Las Lajas is the main preparation and toilet stop. Food is not included, so bring anything you want to eat.
The Ride Begins
Once everyone is rested and briefed, the descent starts. The first kilometres run high through Canarian pine forest and are some of the most scenic of the whole tour. On a clear day you may ride near or above the clouds. The route stays on paved mountain roads, not off-road. Follow the briefing, control your speed and keep a safe distance.
The ride begins: The first kilometres run through high pine forest with wide, open mountain views.
A Guide In Front, Support Behind
The guide rides at the front, sets the pace and gives directions at junctions. They also help manage traffic when needed. A support van follows the whole group with bags, spare equipment and replacement bikes. If a rider gets tired or has a problem, help is close by. Keeping a little distance between riders makes the descent more comfortable.
Supported all the way: Follow the guide while the backup van stays behind the group with spare gear and bikes.
Short Scenic Stops
The route has several short stops, usually about five or six minutes each. They are for photos, views, regrouping and quick equipment checks. Spare bikes travel with the tour, so a bike problem can often be swapped in minutes instead of causing a long wait. These are quick sightseeing stops, not long meal breaks.
Quick scenic stops: Take a few photos and enjoy the view while the team keeps spare bikes ready if needed.
Through Traditional Mountain Villages
As you descend, the scenery changes from pine forest to traditional towns and mountain villages, with cobbled streets, small churches and local views. You are given a helmet, gloves and a yellow high-visibility vest. The yellow item is a visibility vest, not a life jacket. Wear closed shoes and long sports trousers for comfort and a little protection. In winter or at altitude, bring a hoodie or light jacket, the top is cooler than the coast.
Sightseeing on two wheels: The route passes through real villages as the landscape shifts from mountain forest to the warmer south.
Finish Near Los Cristianos
The ride finishes in the warmer coastal area near Los Cristianos, where the volcano and forest give way to towns and ocean views. You hand back the bike, the team loads it onto the trailer, and you are driven back to your hotel or agreed drop-off point. Nobody cycles back uphill. It is a simple one-way journey from the mountain to the sea, about 39 km in total.
Easy finish: Reach the coast, hand back the bike and relax on the return transfer to your hotel or pick-up point.
Set Your Expectations (Please Read)
This is an on-road bike tour. Please manage your expectations. It is not an off-road experience, and feedback like "I expected more action" or "I wanted to ride through the woods" will not be entertained or refunded.
Vaikka joissakin verkkosivujemme kuvissa ratsastajat saattavat poseerata maastossa, ne on otettu pysähdysten aikana, eivätkä ne edusta retken luonnetta.
The bikes provided are functional and well-maintained but not high-performance or top-level models. Claims such as "I didn't like the bike" or requests for refunds due to equipment quality will not be accepted.
Yksityiset Teide-Vuoren Maastopyöräretket
Ne, jotka haluavat varata Teide:n Teneriffan alamäkipyöräilyretken yksityisesti, voivat helposti järjestää sen Club Canary:n kautta. Tämä tarkoittaa sitä, että pyöräretkelle ei tule muita turisteja, vaan se on yksinomaan teidän ryhmänne ja oppaat. Reitti ja ohjelma pysyvät samoina, mutta jos sinulla on erityisiä toiveita, voit ilmoittaa niistä rohkeasti Club Canary:n live-chat-tiimille. Huomaathan, että yksityiset Teide-pyöräretket on varattava etukäteen.
Booking for a bigger group? Club Canary handles larger groups often, so message our team and we will sort the timing, pick-up and a group rate for you.
Muu yksityinen toiminta
If you are looking for a more active private option, Club Canary also offers yksityiset Teneriffan mönkijämatkat ja yksityiset Teneriffan vesiskootteriretket for a faster-paced, exclusive experience.
Käytännön asiat, napauta osiota avataksesi sen
What's Included in the Downhill Bike Tour
- Nouto hotellista tai asunnosta: Nauti kätevästä noudosta hotellistasi tai asunnostasi Teneriffan eteläosassa (Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas tai Los Cristianos).
- Kuljetus Teide Kansallispuistoon: Relax as we take you up to the Teide National Park, where your biking day begins.
- Maastopyörä ja turvavarusteet: Included in your Tenerife mountain bike tour are a bike, a helmet, gloves, and a bright yellow high-visibility vest so drivers can see you clearly.
- Tietoa ja vapaa-aikaa Teide-kansallispuistossa: Your guide will share interesting information about Teide National Park, and you'll have some free time to explore, take photos, and take in the volcanic scenery.
- Kierroksen tiedotus ja oppaan apu: Kokenut oppaasi kertoo sinulle ennen matkaa reitin, turvallisuusohjeet ja mitä odottaa. Hän myös seuraa sinua koko matkan ajan varmistaen turvallisuuden ja antaen tukea.
- 39 km alamäkeä 2180 metristä: Enjoy a 39 km downhill ride, starting from an altitude of 2,180 meters, with wide views of Tenerife along the way.
- Kokoaikainen vara-auto: Tukiauto seuraa ryhmää koko matkan ajan ja tarjoaa apua ja mielenrauhaa aina tarvittaessa.
Kiertueen tiedot
- Anna tietosi: Please add the height, weight and age of each rider, either in the pick-up field on this page or in the order notes at checkout. This lets the team prepare the right bike for everyone.
- Ota lippusi mukaan: You'll need your Club Canary ticket to join the tour. It can be shown on your phone or printed out.
- Maksumuistutus: Muista pitää mukanasi käteistä rahaa, sillä kierros vaatii loppumaksun ennen sen alkamista.
- Lapset: Alle 16-vuotiaiden vieraiden on oltava aikuisen seurassa.
- Pukeudu mukavasti: Wear closed shoes and long sports clothes and, if needed, bring a hoodie or light jacket to stay warm, temperatures at El Teide can be cooler than the coast.
- Ruoka ja juomat: Food and drinks are not included. Bring your own snack and water. The main rest and toilet stop is at Las Lajas, where you can eat what you bring.
- Kierroksen kesto: Teide-maastopyöräretki kestää noin 4-5 tuntia.
- Noutotiedot: Nouto tapahtuu yleensä 13:00 and 14:00, and the exact time is confirmed after your booking. If you have a time preference, add it in the order notes and we'll do our best to arrange it.
- Muita pysähdyksiä: Paluumatkalla pysähdytään paikallisessa ravintolassa, jossa voit käydä vessassa, polttaa halutessasi tai vaihtaa vaatteita.
- Opas ja kieli: Opas puhuu englantia ja espanjaa, jotta voit nauttia kokemuksesta täysin siemauksin.
- Pyörän laatu: Tarjolla olevat pyörät ovat toimivia ja mukavia, mutta eivät suorituskykyisiä tai ammattilaistason maastopyöriä.
- Sääjoustavuus: It's a good idea to book this mountain bike Tenerife tour early in your holiday. On rare occasions, weather conditions may require us to reschedule your booking.
Teneriffan MTB-matkojen politiikka
Our bike excursion is open to everyone between the ages of 8 and 70. You don't need to be extremely fit, but you should feel comfortable riding a bike. Please note that individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to join the tour for safety reasons.
Peruutusehdot
- Pienryhmät (enintään 5 henkilöä): Maksuton peruutus on mahdollista enintään 48 tuntia ennen lähtöä.
- Suuremmat ryhmät (yli 5 henkilöä) tai yksityiset kierrokset: Maksuton peruutus on sallittu enintään 4 päivää (96 tuntia) ennen matkan alkua.
If You Cancel or Fail to Show Up:
- 48 tunnin kuluessa pienille ryhmille (tai 4 päivän kuluessa suuremmille ryhmille): Menetät talletuksen.
- Between 7 and 24 hours before the tour for small groups (or 14 to 48 hours for larger groups): You will lose your deposit and be charged an additional fee of 20€ per person (40€ per person for larger groups).
- Less than 6 hours before the tour (or 12 hours for larger groups) or if you do not show up: You will forfeit your deposit and be charged an additional fee of 40€ per person to cover the associated costs.
At Club Canary, we make booking your Downhill bike tour Tenerife simple by allowing you to secure your spot with just a down payment. However, please understand that this down payment doesn't come close to covering the costs of a no-show or late cancellation. In most cases, full payment is required upfront for such experiences, but we've created this policy, which you agree to when booking, to strike a fair and reasonable balance for both parties. Thank you for your understanding!
Turvallisuus ja vastuu
- Club Canary hoitaa varauksesi, mutta ei ole vastuussa matkan aikana sattuneista vaaratilanteista. Jos ongelmia ilmenee, puhu niistä suoraan matkanjärjestäjä Mr. Biken kanssa matkan aikana.
Oikea-aikaisuus
- Hotellin nouto ajoitetaan huolellisesti, jotta kaikki voivat nauttia sujuvasta kokemuksesta. Saavu ajoissa, sillä myöhästyjät voivat jäädä pois kiertueelta ilman hyvitystä + sakkoa. Noutopalvelu on saatavilla vain Teneriffan eteläosassa, erityisesti tärkeimmillä turistialueilla: Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas ja Los Cristianos.
- Jos majoitut näiden alueiden ulkopuolella, sinun on tavattava meidät ilmoitetulla tapaamispaikalla: BP-huoltoasemalla Siam Mall-ostoskeskuksen edessä. Tässä paikassa on suuri pysäköintialue, joten se on kätevä noutoautolle, jossa on pyöräperävaunu. Tässä on tarkka osoite kokouspaikan sijainti Google Mapsissa.
Questions or a private tour? Chat with our local team on WhatsApp, avoinna päivittäin klo 8.00–22.00.
Booking over 50€? You also get a free Club Canary Collection card, a collectible island souvenir printed at our Costa Adeje office. Message us ahead and we will have it ready to pick up.
Club Canaryn Rehellinen Mielipide
Rehellistä puhetta paikalliselta tiimiltä Kanariansaarilta
Set your expectations right and you'll love this: it's a relaxed downhill coast on paved roads from Teide to the sea, not an extreme off-road session. No pedalling up, a guide and a backup car the whole way.
The bikes are simple and solid, not pro machines, and that's fine for what this is. Great for families and all fitness levels from about age 8 up. Book early in your trip in case weather moves it.
The lazy, scenic way to ride from the volcano to the ocean. Just bring a jacket for the top.
🚲 Book Now 💬 WhatsApp Paikallinen tiimimme
English 
Español 
Nederlands 
Français 
Deutsch 
Italiano 
Русский 
Lietuvių kalba 
Suomi 
Čeština 
Latviešu valoda 
Magyar 
Eesti 
Polski 
Svenska 
Dansk 
Slovenčina 
Slovenščina 
Română 
简体中文