Malpaís de Güímar is an alien-looking landscape that seems to have been pulled from another world and inserted into this one.
The rocky landscape is softened by the presence of spurges (also known as euphorbia) that have managed to grow in this isolated, inhospitable area.
Along with fishing and farming the area has a rich tradition of harvesting sea salt, which is still produced in small saltworks operating in Punta del Pedrón.
Tip: Add on a visit to the step pyramids of Güímar at Pirámides de Güímar Ethnographic Park.
Here you can learn about the intriguing pyramid constructions and the rush boats that Norwegian adventurer Thor Heyerdahl used in his expeditions trying to prove the connections between Egypt and South America.
Tenerife is a beguiling volcanic island with a warm average year-round temperature of 23ºC. And with more than 1,500km of hiking trails, there’s no better way to experience its incredible landscapes, than by joining the 2016 Tenerife Walking Festival.
The festival, from 29 March to 2 April offers visitors a series of 15 group hikes (max 25 participants) along 3 coastal, 6 volcanic and 6 forest routes that celebrate the diverse scenery and inspiring natural beauty.
All routes depart from Puerto de la Cruz town centre. For more details and to register, go to tenerifewalkingfestival.com
