Tenerife: Motorcycle Guided Tour with sightseeing and lunch

Tenerife is at its best from a motorcycle seat, where the road climbs from the capital into pine country and then drops toward the north coast. This private ride covers about 150 kilometers, with Teide viewpoints, Roques de García, a proper Canarian lunch, and a possible swim before returning to Santa Cruz.

I like the small private-group format, which lets guide Álvaro adjust the pace and make the day feel personal. I also like the food stop at a traditional guachinche, rather than a standard tourist restaurant. The main consideration is simple: this is a real motorcycle tour, not a sightseeing ride with a driver. You need an A or A2 motorcycle license and solid riding experience.

Key points at a glance

• Teide by motorcycle: Reach the national park through either La Esperanza or Vilaflor, depending on your hotel location and the day’s route.
• Chipeque and Roques de García: Two major photo stops give you different views of Teide and the volcanic interior.
• Canarian lunch included: Eat at a traditional guachinche, with several regional dishes to choose from.
• Álvaro as your local guide: The guide leads the ride, handles the route, and keeps the experience personal.
• Optional sea stop: If conditions allow, finish with a swim at El Socorro or a natural pool, so bring a swimsuit and towel.
• Full riding setup: Motorcycle and passenger helmets, gloves, jackets, fuel, taxes, insurance with excess, coffee or soda, and lunch are included.

Why this route works so well on two wheels

Tenerife packs a remarkable range of scenery into a small island. In a single day, you can leave Santa Cruz, climb through Canarian pine forests, reach the high volcanic country around Mount Teide, and finish near the Atlantic coast.

That change in setting is the real reason to choose a motorcycle tour. From inside a car, you see the road. On a motorcycle, you feel every bend, temperature change, and shift in the air. Feel it, the company’s name, is a fitting idea for this kind of outing.

You will ride with a local guide rather than follow a printed route on your own. That matters on an island with many possible roads and changing mountain conditions. The route can begin through La Esperanza if you are based in the north, or through Vilaflor if you are based in the south.

The day is private, and the schedule has some flexibility. Departure is set for 9:00 a.m. from the company’s Santa Cruz starting point, with hotel delivery available for an added fee. The stated ride covers about 150 kilometers and normally lasts around six hours, though the broader schedule allows six to eight hours.

Climbing toward Teide through La Esperanza or Vilaflor

The first part of the ride is about gaining altitude. The exact approach depends partly on where you are staying and which road best suits the day.

La Esperanza takes you through the island’s northern interior and its famous Canarian pine country. Vilaflor offers a southern approach toward Teide. Both routes lead into the high country, but the character of the ride can differ. That flexibility is useful because mountain weather can affect visibility and comfort.

You should wear clothes that work across several temperatures. Tenerife may feel warm in Santa Cruz, while the higher sections near Teide can be cooler. Long pants, closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, and comfortable clothing are required practical choices, not just packing suggestions.

At this point, you should also be honest about your riding ability. The guide is not taking control of the motorcycle for you. You drive the bike yourself, so confidence on bends and experience with a high-displacement motorcycle are important.

Chipeque viewpoint gives the first big payoff

The first planned photo stop is Chipeque viewpoint. You pause for a few minutes to take in the views and photograph the mountains.

A short stop here makes sense. It breaks up the climb without turning the morning into a parade of long waits. You get time to look around, take pictures, and settle into the rhythm of the day.

The route then makes a brief stop among Canarian pines. This is a smaller moment than the main viewpoints, but it adds variety. The trees provide a distinctly island setting, and the stop gives you a chance to capture something different from the wide volcanic views.

Photography is part of the appeal, but remember that this remains a ride. Stops are described as brief or flexible rather than long guided walks. If you want hours at each viewpoint, this probably will not be the right format.

Coffee with Mount Teide in view

Around 10:30 a.m., the group stops at a restaurant with views toward Mount Teide. A coffee or soda is included.

This pause gives you a useful reset before the main national park stops. You can warm up or cool down, have a drink, and enjoy the view without needing to rush straight back onto the bike.

Food and drinks are not an afterthought here. The tour includes this stop, the later lunch, and fuel, so the advertised price covers more of the day than a basic motorcycle rental would. You are paying for the motorcycle experience, guide, equipment, food, and insurance rather than only for access to a bike.

The exact restaurant and available drink may depend on the day, but coffee or soda is included. If you need something more substantial before lunch, plan accordingly, since the main meal comes around 1:00 p.m.

Roques de García and the volcanic heart of Tenerife

Roques de García is the day’s major sightseeing stop. This striking rock formation sits in one of the most famous parts of Teide National Park, with Mount Teide providing the backdrop.

You stop to appreciate the view and take photographs before continuing down through Portillo toward La Orotava. This is the point where the tour feels like more than a motorcycle excursion. The route connects the pleasure of riding with one of Tenerife’s signature natural sights.

The stop is also a reminder that this is a national park visit, not a race through the mountains. You will want a little time to look beyond the camera screen. The volcanic forms are the kind of scenery that can seem almost unreal, but the practical attraction is even simpler: it is one of the island’s most memorable places to stop.

The road down through Portillo changes the mood again. After the high, open volcanic interior, you begin heading toward the greener northern side and La Orotava. The descent gives the day a clear sense of movement instead of sending you back over the same road.

Lunch at a traditional guachinche

Around 1:00 p.m., lunch is served at a typical Canarian guachinche. Several Canarian dishes are available, and the meal is included.

This is one of the best parts of the experience for anyone who wants local food without arranging a separate restaurant visit. A guachinche is associated with traditional, informal Canarian eating, so the meal fits the route rather than interrupting it.

You choose from several regional dishes, but the specific menu is not listed in advance. That is useful to know if you have strict dietary needs. The meal is included, as is the earlier coffee or soda, but extra drinks or special requests may not be covered.

The lunch stop also gives you a proper break after several hours on the motorcycle. By this point, you may appreciate sitting down as much as the food itself. The tour is active, and a relaxed meal keeps the afternoon from feeling like one long ride.

San Pedro viewpoint and a possible Atlantic swim

After lunch, the route continues to San Pedro, a key viewpoint in the north of Tenerife. You may have the option of a coffee, tea, or soft drink there.

This stop provides another change in scenery. The morning focuses on mountain roads, pine trees, and Teide. San Pedro shifts your attention toward the northern coast and the lower slopes.

If weather and conditions allow, the afternoon can finish with a swim. The stop may be at nearby El Socorro beach or at a natural pool. Bring a swimsuit and towel if that sounds appealing.

This is a welcome touch, but it should not be treated as guaranteed beach time. The wording makes clear that the swim depends on conditions. Tenerife’s coast can be pleasant, but the sea and weather decide the matter. If swimming is a priority, think of it as a bonus rather than the main reason to book.

The possibility of ending in the water gives the tour a pleasant shape: cool mountain air in the morning, local food at midday, and the coast in the afternoon. Few standard island excursions combine those elements so directly.

What the $389 price really covers

At $389 per person, this is not a budget activity. The value depends heavily on whether you want to ride a motorcycle yourself.

The price includes the local rider guide, fuel, full insurance with excess, taxes, motorcycle and passenger gear, a Feel it gift, coffee or soda, and the traditional guachinche lunch. Helmets, gloves, and jackets are supplied for both the driver and passenger.

That list matters. Renting a motorcycle separately would not give you the same route planning, local escort, meals, or built-in sightseeing. The private format also makes the price easier to justify for a couple or small party that wants a personal day rather than a large group excursion.

Hotel delivery is extra. The listed charge is 35 euros for a hotel in northern Tenerife and 45 euros for a hotel in the south. The main departure point is Feel it Canary Islands Motorcycles in Santa Cruz, so check the pickup cost before you book.

Insurance includes an excess, which means you should read the rental and insurance conditions carefully. The supplied information does not give the excess amount. Ask for that figure if it will affect your decision.

The practical rules you need to take seriously

You must bring a motorcycle license, passport or identity card, long pants, sunscreen, comfortable clothing, and closed-toe shoes. Sandals, flip-flops, and shorts are not allowed.

The driver must hold an A license for a high-displacement motorcycle or an A2 license. You also need motorcycle experience. This is not suitable for someone who has only ridden a small scooter around town.

Passengers must be accustomed to motorcycle travel. Children under 18 are not allowed, and the activity is not suitable for anyone without a driver’s license. Intoxication is prohibited, as you would expect for a demanding road day.

The tour is offered in Spanish and English. The group is private, which helps if you want to ask questions, adjust the pace within reason, or keep the day focused on riding rather than group logistics.

Departure is at 9:00 a.m. The return is described as around 3:00 p.m. for the approximately six-hour version, while the fuller route description places arrival back at the Santa Cruz hotel around 5:00 p.m. Since the total duration is given as six to eight hours and the schedule is flexible, confirm the expected finish time when booking.

What the strongest praise tells you

The clearest positive theme is personal care. Alejandro gave the service a 10 out of 10 and highlighted how Álvaro handled the details so the group felt comfortable. That tells you the guide’s role is not limited to leading the motorcycle line.

Gabriele described Álvaro as more like a friend than a conventional guide, with a well-spread route, fine scenery, and good traditional food. Emin also singled out Álvaro’s conversation and the quality of the route and included meals.

I would place the guide at the center of the experience. Tenerife provides the scenery, but the day depends on how well the ride, stops, meals, and timing fit together. Álvaro is the named guide connected with the tour, and the available feedback consistently points to a friendly, attentive style.

There are only three ratings provided, all five stars, so I would treat that as encouraging but not a large statistical record. The praise is specific, though: good route planning, beautiful viewpoints, traditional food, and personal service.

Who should book this ride?

You should consider it if you already ride motorcycles and want to see Tenerife through a more active format. It suits couples, friends, or a private party that values a local guide, flexible timing, and a full day combining mountains, food, and the coast.

It is especially appealing if you are staying in Santa Cruz or want to arrange hotel delivery from the north or south. The included gear also helps if you are visiting Tenerife without bringing your own riding equipment.

I would skip it if you are uncomfortable on a high-displacement motorcycle, want a slow sightseeing day with no riding responsibility, or need a precise, short schedule. The route includes bends, elevation changes, and several hours on the road.

The cancellation policy is friendly: you can cancel up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. That gives you some flexibility, but the key decision remains your riding experience and comfort.

Should you book Feel it’s Tenerife motorcycle tour?

Book it if the motorcycle is part of the holiday, not just a means of transport. You get a strong mix of Teide scenery, Chipeque, Roques de García, Canarian food, northern views, and a possible swim, all with guide Álvaro and the convenience of supplied riding gear.

Before paying, confirm the motorcycle type, hotel delivery fee, insurance excess, and expected return time. If those details suit you and you have the required license, this is a well-rounded way to connect Tenerife’s high country with its northern coast in one memorable day.

FAQ

Where does the motorcycle tour start?

The listed starting point is Feel it Canary Islands Motorcycles in Santa Cruz.

What time does the tour depart?

Departure is at 9:00 a.m.

How long does the tour last?

The activity is listed as lasting six to eight hours. The ride itself is described as about six hours, with some schedules showing a return around 3:00 p.m. The fuller route description gives an approximate return around 5:00 p.m.

How far do you ride?

The tour includes approximately 150 kilometers of riding.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel delivery is available for an extra charge. The listed fee is 35 euros for hotels in northern Tenerife and 45 euros for hotels in southern Tenerife.

What motorcycle license do I need?

You need an A license for a high-displacement motorcycle or an A2 license. You must also have motorcycle riding experience.

Is motorcycle gear provided?

Yes. Helmets, gloves, and jackets are included for both the rider and passenger.

Is lunch included?

Yes. The price includes lunch at a traditional guachinche, with several Canarian dishes to choose from.

Can I swim during the tour?

If weather and conditions allow, you may swim at El Socorro beach or a natural pool. Bring a swimsuit and towel.

What languages does the guide speak?

The tour is available in Spanish and English.