What to do · Teide National Park
Teide cable car, from 2,356 to 3,555 m
Information
- From
- €43 per adult, return
- Duration
- 2 h
- Season
- All year except 25 December
- Who it's for
- From age 3; not for pregnant women or people with heart problems
The cable car climbs in about 8 minutes from the base station, at 2,356 m beside the TF-21, to La Rambleta, at 3,555 m, about 160 m of ascent below the summit. There are two cabins of up to 44 people. At the top there is no café: a small lobby with toilets and wifi, and the mountain.
What you do at the top
You have an hour at La Rambleta, two if you carry the crater permit. It is enough for the two free viewpoints: La Fortaleza, over the north of the island, and Pico Viejo, over the neighbouring crater and the Las Cañadas caldera, of 25 and 30 minutes each. The trail to the summit, the Telesforo Bravo, can only be walked with a permit.
Prices and hours
Return, €43 for non-resident adults and €21.50 for ages 3 to 13; one way, €24 and €12. Residents of the Canary Islands pay €10.75 return. It runs every day of the year except 25 December. From 25 October to 31 December 2026 it is open from 9:00 to 17:00, with the last ascent at 16:00 and the last descent at 16:50; in July, August and September, until 18:40.
Rules worth knowing
Book on the official website, volcanoteide.com: only the ascent has a set time, and you must be there 20 minutes beforehand. The descent is taken in order of arrival. Children under 3, pregnant women and people with cardiovascular problems cannot go up, nor can pushchairs, large bags or animals, except guide dogs. Closed shoes with a grippy sole. If wind stops it, they let you know around 8:30 by email or text message.
Tips
- Go up early or after 13:00 The company recommends arriving by car in the afternoon, when the 220-space car park empties.
- Bring a coat At 3,555 m the weather changes quickly and at the top there is not much shelter for long.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the ascent take?
About 8 minutes each way.
Can I climb to the peak with the cable car ticket?
No. The Telesforo Bravo trail needs a separate permit from Tenerife ON.
What happens if it is windy?
If it closes, the company lets you know in the morning. With a delay of 90 minutes or more you can ask for a refund.
As a familyWith teenagers
Who runs it
- Volcano TeideTeide cable car, up and down Visit their website
