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 Gorge

A parking area has been set up near the Santiago del Teide cemetery for visitors planning to hike the Masca Gorge trail. From the parking area, it’s approximately a 10-minute 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 Gorge trail

The Masca Gorge, located in the heart of the Teno Rural Park, is a unique natural site — not only for the dramatic beauty of its landscape, but also for the fragility and rarity of the plant and animal species it harbors. Visiting the gorge involves certain risks, both due to its natural terrain and to the nature of hiking activities.

To enhance the quality of the visitor experience, ensure safety, and protect the area’s natural and cultural heritage, a system of regulated access has been established.

How to book your visit to Masca Gorge

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

Below are the prices for the Masca Gorge descent service and transportation:

Adult – Tenerife Residents*
 Activity Entry + Transport Ticket: €7.49
Children – Tenerife Residents*
 Activity Entry + Transport Ticket: €3.75
Adult – Canary Islands Residents
 Activity Entry + Transport Ticket: 7,49€
Children – Canary Islands Residents
 Activity Entry + Transport Ticket: 3,75€
Adult – Non-Residents
 Activity Entry + Transport Ticket: 40,66€
Children – Non-Residents
 Entrada Actividad + Billete transporte 20,33€

*Tenerife residents will receive a refund after their residency 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 of age are not allowed.

  • Closed-toe hiking boots and suitable clothing for trekking 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.

  • Cap or similar headwear.

  • 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 Masca Gorge hiking activity and the boat or kayak return.

  • The transport fee will be added to the cost of the Masca Gorge entry ticket.

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

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

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

Access to the Masca Beach Pier

To complete the Masca Gorge descent, you must book boat or kayak transport from the Masca jetty to the Los Gigantes harbour..

How to book the boat or kayak departure

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 fits your schedule.

At the following link, you can check the available departure times for each of the companies offering transport services from Masca:

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

*Reminder:

The new rates for both the Masca Gorge activity and the transport service, as well as the new bus connection between Santiago del Teide and Masca, will come into effect on April 18.

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