Access to Masca Village

Visiting the village of Masca is completely free and does not require any reservation. Due to the limited parking space available, we recommend using public transport (bus or taxi) to get there.

The following bus lines offer round-trip service to Masca from the municipalities of Buenavista del Norte and Santiago del Teide:

Parking in the village of Masca is very limited. Parking is restricted to a maximum of 2 hours between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Bus transportation to the Masca Ravine

A parking area has been set up near the Santiago del Teide cemetery for visitors planning to hike the Masca Ravine trail. From the parking area, it’s approximately a 10-minutes walk to the authorized bus stop. The TITSA bus stop is located next to the Santiago del Teide Tourist
Information Office and the Post Office.

  • The service operates from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with departures every 20 minutes. Each bus has a capacity of 18 passengers.

Regulation of access to the Masca Ravine trail

The Masca Ravine, located in the heart of the Teno Rural Park, is a unique natural area — not only for the spectacular beauty of its landscape, but also for the fragility and exclusivity of the species of flora and fauna it shelters. A visit to the ravine involves certain risks, both due to its natural orography and to the nature of hiking activities. To enhance the quality of the visitor experience, ensure safety, and protect the natural and cultural heritage area, a system of regulated access has been established.

How to book the Masca Ravine?

To book the descent of the Masca Ravine, you must make a reservation in advance through the website https://www.caminobarrancodemasca.com. YYou will need to select the date and time available for the activity.

Below are the prices for the Masca Ravine descent service and transport:

Adults Residents in Tenerife*
 Activity Ticket + Transport Ticket: 7.49€
Children Residents in Tenerife*
 Activity Ticket + Transport Ticket: 3.75€
Adult Residents in the Canary Islands
 Activity Ticket + Transport Ticket: 7,49€
Children Residents in the Canary Islands
 Activity Ticket + Transport Ticket: 3.75€
Adult Non Residents
 Activity Ticket + Transport Ticket: 40,66€
Children Non Residents
 Activity Ticket + Transport Ticket: 20,33€

*Residents in Tenerife will receive a refund of the amount paid, once their residency status has
been verified.

To take part in this activity, it is essential to keep the following in mind:

  • This activity can only be booked on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

  • Children under 8 years old are not allowed.

  • Closed hiking boots and suitable clothing for hiking are required.

  • Helmet (provided on loan by the Masca Trail staff and must be returned at the end of the route).

  • Sufficient food and water – minimum 1.5 liters per person.

  • Hat or similar.

  • Sunscreen.

  • Sunglasses.

  • Hiking poles.

Don’t forget:

  • You must arrive at the Masca Visitor Center at least 30 minutes before your reserved time for access control.

  • You must present the booking tickets for both the hiking activity in the Masca Ravine and the boat or kayak trip.

  • The transport fee will be added to the cost of the entrance ticket to the Masca Ravine.

  • Tickets are sold exclusively through the website: www.caminobarrancodemasca.com

  • Use of the transport service is mandatory for anyone wishing to do the Masca Ravine activity. Without a stamped entry ticket to the ravine (validated on the bus), access to the activity will not be allowed.

  • You must be at the pick-up point at least 1 hour before the booked time.

Use of the pier at Masca Beach

To complete the descent of the Masca ravine, you must book transport by boat or kayak from the Masca pier to the the port of Los Gigantes.

How to book the boat or kayak trip?

When booking your boat or kayak, it is recommended to take into account the date and time of your reservation for the hiking activity, and choose the sea transfer option that best suits your schedule.

In the following link, you can check the available departure times for each of the companies that offer transport services from Masca:

https://www.caminobarrancodemasca.com/es/empresas-colaboradoras-de-turismo-activo/empresas-transporte/

*Note:

The new prices for the Masca Ravine activity and the new bus connection between Santiago del Teide and Masca, will come into effect from 18th April.

For more information, please contact:

  • Buenavista del Norte Municipal Tourist Office: +34 922 128 080

  • Teno Rural Park Visitor Center: +34 922 447 970

  • Masca Visitor Center: +34 822 143 890