Spain·July - October
TENERIFE CLIMB & CHILL
5 days in Arico, Tenerife spent exploring some of the area's best climbing crags and developing your rock climbing skills.
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Overview
Tenerife is the biggest of Spain's Canary Islands and it boasts the best rock climbing! The hundreds of sport climbing routes and boulders offer something for beginner and experienced climbers alike, both in the sun and shade. The real protagonist here is the volcano: you can climb on amazing volcanic rock, chill on golden volcanic beaches, hike through stunning volcanic landscapes. You can even dive off volcanic cliffs into the sea! You will spend 5 days in Arico, the epicenter of rock climbing in Tenerife. Two of these days will be full-on climbing days, where you will get the chance to explore some of Tenerife's best crags with a local certified guide. You'll also spend an 'active' rest day hiking, deep water soloing or surfing, so you can get to know the island in all its glory!
Local Partners
Meet our local partners in Tenerife
Erik
Erik is a certified mountain guide from Tenerife, founder of the El Ocho Escalada Climbing school, and co-founder of Climbing House Tenerife.
Elena
Elena is co-founder of Climbing House Tenerife and a keen local climber. She designed the whole house and its furniture and now runs things behind the scenes.
The Experience
5 days in an beautiful climbing house near Arico, including two full-on days out rock climbing and an active rest day hiking, surfing or deep water soloing. Explore the island alongside our local partners and a group of psyched climbers from all around the world.
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DAY 1
Arrive and settle in
Arrive in Tenerife and transfer over to your accommodation. Settle in and get to know your fellow Mapo Tapo travellers over dinner.
DAY 2
Climb, Climb, Climb
Set an early(ish) alarm as today is our first full climbing day! Your local guide will bring you to explore some of Tenerife's best rock climbing areas. Don't forget your camera :)
DAY 3
Active rest day
Volcanic basalt can be tough on your skin, so we've included an active rest day. Depending on conditions and the preferences of the group, you might be hiking, surfing, deep water soloing - or partaking in some other adventurous activity.
DAY 4
Climb more!
Another full day of climbing and chance to explore some more of Tenerife's crags. Get on those projects as tomorrow you'll be heading home.
DAY 5
Departure
Say goodbye to your fellow Mapo Tapo travellers and head to the airport. Don't worry, if you enjoyed this trip we have plenty more to choose from!
The programme is very flexible to take into account weather conditions, activities level and endurance of the group.
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Tenerife, Canary Islands
Tenerife's characteristic volcanic basalt has been moulded into some incredible shapes...
Tenerife is the ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with spots to practice diving, windsurfing, paragliding, mountain biking, climbing - you name it!
In terms of rock climbing potential, Tenerife's characteristic volcanic basalt has been molded into some incredible shapes, meaning that each crag boasts something totally unique. You'll mostly find single-pitch sport climbing and bouldering, but there are plenty of routes for all tastes and abilities, from welcoming slabs to powerful overhangs. There's even some incredible deep water soloing when the conditions are right!
Basecamp
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Climbing House Tenerife
Climbing House Tenerife is a B&B designed specifically for rock climbers, located just minutes from Tenerife's largest crag. The Climbing House comes complete with a terrace, garden barbeque, slackline, firepit, its very own bouldering wall, and - of course - a great vibe!
Climbing House Tenerife
Climbing House Tenerife is a B&B designed specifically for rock climbers, located just minutes from Tenerife's largest crag. The Climbing House comes complete with a terrace, garden barbeque, slackline, firepit, its very own bouldering wall, and - of course - a great vibe!
Climbing House Tenerife
Climbing House Tenerife is a B&B designed specifically for rock climbers, located just minutes from Tenerife's largest crag. The Climbing House comes complete with a terrace, garden barbeque, slackline, firepit, its very own bouldering wall, and - of course - a great vibe!
Climbing House Tenerife
Climbing House Tenerife is a B&B designed specifically for rock climbers, located just minutes from Tenerife's largest crag. The Climbing House comes complete with a terrace, garden barbeque, slackline, firepit, its very own bouldering wall, and - of course - a great vibe!
Climbing House Tenerife
Climbing House Tenerife is a B&B designed specifically for rock climbers, located just minutes from Tenerife's largest crag. The Climbing House comes complete with a terrace, garden barbeque, slackline, firepit, its very own bouldering wall, and - of course - a great vibe!
Climbing House Tenerife
Climbing House Tenerife is a B&B designed specifically for rock climbers, located just minutes from Tenerife's largest crag. The Climbing House comes complete with a terrace, garden barbeque, slackline, firepit, its very own bouldering wall, and - of course - a great vibe!
What's Included
What's Included
2 days climbing
1 day DWS/surfing/hiking
Climbing gear
4 nights accommodation
Breakfast included
1 welcome dinner
Transport to activities
Airport/city transfers
Accidents insurance
What's Not Included
All lunches and snacks
All remaining dinners
Flights
Everything not specified in the paragraph “What is included in the trip price"
More Info
Climbing Skills
No minimum level is required for this trip. Tenerife boasts routes suitable for all abilities, and the crags visited will be chosen according to the level and preferences of the group.
Liability
Mapo Tapo selects crags and local partners with the utmost care. We can, for any inaccuracies, however, accept no liability. Rock climbing is a risky sport that takes place in nature. Ultimately, you are fully responsible for the choices you make. Mapo Tapo recommends that anyone who does not have sufficient knowledge not go outdoors alone.
Travel
Please DO NOT book your flights BEFORE the trip is confirmed. Most of our trips need a minimum number of participants to run, so to avoid disappointment wait for a confirmation email before booking any non-refundable transport.
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FAQs
What level do I need to be climbing at to join this trip?
There is no minimum level required for this trip. Tenerife is a super beginner-friendly climbing destination, with something for all grades and styles. Safety-wise you'll be accompanied at all times by a certified guide.
How many people will there be on this trip?
The minimum number of bookings required for this trip to run is 3, and the maximum group size 8.
How do I get to the accommodation/ crags?
All transfers to/ from the airport, crags and other activities are included in the trip price. Just let us know your flight details ahead of time.
Why have you included an 'active' rest day?
3 full days of climbing in a row is a lot - especially if you're not really used to it! Instead, we decided to break the trip up into 2 full days of climbing and an 'active' rest day, which gives you the time to allow your skin to recover. That way, you can really push your limits during your climbing days and try some fun new sports during the 'rest' day.