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Telephone: +34 922 715 266 / 922 714 270 Fax: +34 922 714 803

Open daily from 10:00 to 18:00

This aquatic park situated not far from Los Cristianos and just 5 minutes from Playa de las Americas, with a free shuttle bus departing from both resorts on a daily basis.

The park has a Dolphin show, Dolphin lake, children's area and some amazing water rides including the Rio Bravo and Kamikaze, waterfalls, slides, pools, trampolines, children’s castle, sun bed areas, restaurants, shops and snack bars.

Parque las Aquilas (Tenerife Zoo)
Urbanización Las Águilas del Teide s/n
38640 ARONA-TENERIFE SUR
Tel: +34 922 72 90 10 Fax: +34 922 72 98 06
www.aguilasjunglepark.com
Open from 9:30 to 18:00

Parque Las Aguilas is known by several names: The Eagle Park, Las Aguilas Del Teide and The Jungle Park.

It is about 5km from Los Cristianos in the hills standing in over 75,000m2 of tropical gardens overlooking Mount Teide and the sea. It is home to a whole host of flora and fauna with a jungle trail for the children to play on, shops and restaurants. By far the most popular part of this jungle experience are the shows designed to give visitors a true jungle experience with trees alive with parrots and other tropical birds. There are a number of animal enclosures ranging from pygmy hippos to white tigers. There is a monkey park and camel park where you can also have a ride.

 

Octopus Aquapark (near Playa de las Americas)
The Octopus water theme park, situated near Playa Las Americas, is open all year round, 10am to 6pm daily. One of Tenerife's great attractions, it features superb selection of sun bathing areas, slides, tubes, pools, diving boards , dolphins shows and a relaxing 'lazy river'. Attractions include safe, supervised climbing and playing structures for children, and high safety standards. Facilities include restaurants and changing rooms.

 

 

Loro Parque
Puerto de la Cruz 38400,.Tenerife.
Tel: +34 922 373 841 Fax: +34 922 375021
www.loroparque.com
Open daily from 08:30 to 17:00,

Loro Parque is Tenerife's most popular wildlife centre situated on the outskirts of the northern resort of Puerto da la Cruz. It is home to the largest parrot collection in the world and the biggest dolphinarium in Europe. There are also gorillas, jaguars, huge tigers and the penguin island which is the latest addition. Loro Parque has an aquarium which houses over 20,000 marine animals including some enormous sharks which are viewed through a sub-aquatic plexiglas tunnel.

There are parrot, dolphin and sea lion shows throughout the day. At peak times they can become very crowded so arrive early to get the best pool side seats. The park has a large number of pizzeria, restaurants and shops and if you are staying in Puerto de la Cruz then a "road train" operates every 20 minutes from the Playa Martinez in the centre of the resort.

This fabulous Puerto de la Cruz attraction is a Thailand styled tropical paradise. It has the worlds largest parrot collection and unforgettable Dolphin Sea Lion & Parrot shows, as well as the world's longest underwater ' walkway' tunnel (through a shark and fish filled aquarium). Tiger Island, Gorilla Jungle and the Bat Cave are j just a few of the many attractions here. Open daily. 08.30 - 17.00. Free 'road train' ride to and from Playa Martinez (centre of Puerto de la Cruz) are every 20 ins.

Ecological Park (Las Aguilas Nr. Los Cristianos)
75,000 sq. metres of tropical gardens. Many natural attractions, exotic wildlife, crocodiles, penguins, elephants and a variety of 'birds of prey' - which are used for exciting 'demonstrations set in open arenas. Open all year with free buses from Playa Las Americas.

Bananera - Jardines del Atlantico
(at Busanada, Nr Los Cristianos)
Included amongst the abundance of tropical plants and trees, you will also see a model of Tenerife explaining the water system of the island. Open daily they have a free bus from Los Cristianos/Playa Las Americas

Bananera El Guanche
Visit their spectacular array of 400 species of cacti, thousands of tropical plants and trees. Bars, souvenirs, video show every 20 mins.

Camel Park (Near Los Cristianos)
Enjoy a ride on the typical Canarian animal. Afterwards enjoy an Arab tea or meal. Open daily from 10.00 - 19.00 on the road from Los Cristianos - Chayofa. Free bus from Los Cristianos/Playa Las Americas

Cactus and Animal Park (Near Los Cristianos)
A botanical garden specialising in cacti and plant life from the arid regions. The animal park, houses a variety of species from marmosets to terrapins. Next door is Amazonia, 7000 sq m of tropical rain forest. Exotic birds fly freely and there is s a beautiful collection of hummingbirds, a host of other game birds, parrots and reptiles. Open daily from 10.00 - 18.00. Free bus from Los Cristianos/Playa Las Americas

SIGHTSEEING - natural beauty, historical interest, museums

Botanical Gardens (Puerto . . Cruz)
Will impress even those who 'are not interested in flowers'. The gardens feature an incredible collection of tropical and sub-tropical trees and plants. Open daily 09.00 - 18.00. Situated in La Paz.

Risco Bello Aquatic Gardens (Puerto Cruz)
Situated right in the heart of the Parque Taoro. A popular and beautiful tropical oasis with lakes, grotto, waterfall, pottery garden, Japanese bridge, exotic flora and fauna. Open daily 10.00 - 18.30 (winter) and 10.00 - 20.30 (Summer)

Castle Museum Park (Los Realejos)
Discover the Canary Islands History and all about its flora, fauna, agriculture, volcanoes, foods, ceramics and handicrafts. Everything you ever wanted to know about folklore. There are also Camel rides, and a playground for children. Open daily 09.00 - 18.00. Free bus every 30 mins. from Cafe Columbus.

Casa Iriarte (Los Realejos)
A beautifully preserved 18th Century building with the distinctive Canarian balconies so ever-present in this town. Poet and author Tomas de Iriarte y Nieves-Ravelo was born in this house in 1750. The lower part of the house has shops selling souvenirs and upstairs there is a naval museum, with a collection of old posters and photographs.

Natural History Museum (Santa Cruz)
A new museum representing Tenerife's history, from Spanish conquest - present day. Housed in a magnificent XVIth century building. Open Tues.- Sun. 10.00 - 17.00

'Rasto' Craft Market(Santa Cruz Flea Market). Sunday mornings 10.00 - 14.00. About everything

Garachico Craft Markets- Local Canarian craft market, most Sundays.

Masca Road leads from Santiago del Teide, 6 km zigzag drive. Village until recently not accessible by road. Wonderful views and an insight into how Canarian's lived for many years. Popular with hikers who wish to make the 2 hour walk through the gully to the sea at the base of majestic cliffs of Los Gigantes.

Barranco del Infierno. Walkers ravine in Municipal of Adeje. The gorge boasts one of the few permanent streams in the south of island. You do not have to be a keen hiker to transverse this gully. Walk takes approx. 70 mins, each way. Bar/Restaurant at entrance to Barranco. Wear tough shoes.

Vilaflor - Old Canarian village. Situated at 4,921 feet is the highest village in Spain. Beautiful scenery. During winter months take a jacket with you it may be cool.

Taganana Still one of the remotest villages in Tenerife. Famous for it's Rose wine and fresh fish meals. It is a botanist's and walkers paradise.

Teide Volcano and the National Park
Mount Teide is the highest peak in Spain standing at 12,200 feet. Formed around a million years ago. Lunar landscape, volcanic ashes and rock formations. Incredible views and landscapes. Cable car to upper peak. Cable car cannot be used by people with heart condition's and other related medical conditions.

Spectaculars - Night Club - Disco - Casino

Night Clubs - Discos - Night Life Veronicas, in Playa de las Americas, is the hottest night life location in Tenerife. The whole complex is dedicated to night life. At various other venues in the South, you will find everything from Spanish Dance Shows, Magic shows and Medieval nights to dedicated Jazz programs. Veronicas comes to life from around 22.00 hrs every night. All music tastes catered for as well as an excellent variety of young rock bands and live music. from 01.00 hrs till late.

Castillo San Miguel Medieval Night and Show

 

Exactly as you saw it in the movies!. Now live. Medieval tournaments, Parades-games-fights and competitions on horseback between knights of that epoch. Enjoy an authentic medieval show accompanied by a succulent dinner, wine and dance with the orchestra show band. Also The Drifters Espectacular. Spend an unforgettable evening with all the family.

 

Flamenco Ballet The Pyramids International Ballet. Theatre Dance Show. A must when visiting Tenerife. This show is approx. 2 hours of Dance. If you have ever wanted to or seen the Riverdance company, this group of dancers have developed a show which is as good if not better with a Spanish flavour. Dinner can also be arranged at one of the restaurants in this renowned 5 star hotel and conference centre.

ACTIVITIES non aqua - tennis, golf, karting, bowling, skate

Golf and Tennis Facilities in Tenerife are superb. In addition to having separate Golf and Tennis pages, other interesting things to do are featured on the Activities page .

Inline Skating, Skateboarding A popular sport with young residents of Tenerife. Ramps in Playa Las Americas (near Stadium) and El Medano. Street skating and boarding all around.

Karting (7 km from Los Cristianos) Karting Club Tenerife, 5 different models of Karts for an exciting ride. 3 different circuits: Children's - Choppers - Competition & Formula. Bar Cafeteria - Billiards - Scalextric - Viewing Terrace. Situated just off Motorway on road Guaza - Las Chafiras.

Bowls (Costa del Silencio) Open every day from 9 am until dark. Carpet surface, outdoor, 6 ring, 1 hr sessions. 10 pin in Las Americas

Hang Gliding Available in Playa Las Americas. Hang gliding club run by experienced instructors.

 

ACTIVITIES aquatic - scuba diving, surfing, water ski, jetski, sailing

Snorkel and Scuba A full range of Scuba courses from beginner level to instructor level is available from several clubs. If you always wanted to try it, go to the Scuba page. There a several very good snorkelling coves around the coast, with interesting marine life, see beaches for a few suggestions.

Ski - Para - Sailing As well as JetSki, WaterSki and Parascending, may other activities are available on various beaches all around the island. The beaches page gives suggestions on water sports locations in addition to information on sunbathing beaches.

Surfing El Medano, has hosted the world windsurfing championship. A windsurfer's paradise with almost constant wind. Rigs can be hired at El Medano and Las Americas, which also has a windsurfing centre and daily lessons. Longboard and bodyboard surfers can hire surfing boards in Las Americas. Body Boarders should check the beach pages, where I have listed several good surfing sites.

TRIPS - island tours, jeep safaris, whale safari - submarine

Island Tours Go to the Coach Tours page for details of all-day tours of the island, which stop at many interesting places, and other tours, where part of the day is spent touring selected parts of the island and the remainder for shopping, sightseeing spectacular attractions such as Loro Parque.

Jeep Safari are available both in Tenerife and La Gomera. 6 seat open top jeeps are used. You will visit Mount Teide and forest's of Tenerife, so take a warm clothing.

Sea Trips Jolly Roger - Meridian - Ons de Mars - Catamaran - Ketch's many sea trips are available to see Whales and Dolphins, also for sightseeing off coast. Cruises are 2 hrs - 5 hrs and 6 hrs. See tours for mores details.

Whale Safaris Trips to visit Pilot Whales of Tenerife. Other species are seen during migration periods. Crews experienced on where to locate Whales and Dolphins. Cruises range between 2 and 6 hours.

Submarine Trip Yellow Submarine. Daily Trip takes approx. 45-50 minutes for underwater trip off island. Several trips per day.

SHOPPING - what to buy, unique stores, gifts, markets

Day Markets Torviscas, Los Cristianos, Alcala, Garachico

African Market (Santa Cruz) The famous Mercado Nuestra Senora de Africa is a dazzling bazaar of over 300 stalls selling fresh local produce. A short walk from bus station, look out for pink clock tower, get there as early as possible for the best of the fruits and veg. On Sundays surrounding the African Market you will find EL RASTRO FLEA MARKET look out for some high quality leather, hardware and crafts at bargain prices.

Tenerife Pearl (Armenime, south Tenerife)
At Armenime in the south, Tenerife's Palace of Pearls, where thousands of square feet are devoted to pearls and pearl jewellery. Open 7 days a week. 09.00 till late. Free entrance,

House of Wines Casa del Viño, El Sauzal, Exit 21 Autopista del Norte. Housed in traditional country house in north of Tenerife. Lovingly restored this is a museum and visitors centre. Sample excellent quality wines of Tenerife. Authentic cuisine and impeccably run restaurant. Museum hours Tues - Sat. 11.00 - 20.00 Sundays 11.00 - 18.00 - Restaurant hours Tues - Sat. 13.00 - 23.30 Bar hours 11.00 - 23.30