Guía de Isora, Tenerife: Lava Caves and Hillside Views
Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canary Islands · Spain · 20,536 residents · on the coast
Monumento Natural de la Montaña de Tejina
Cueva Grande de Chío
Cueva de los Pajaros
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Viewpoint of the Noses of TeideGuía de Isora is a municipality of around 20,500 people on Tenerife, its town set at about 594 metres (roughly 1,950 feet) above a stretch of coast. From here the volcanic landscape is close at hand: the protected cone of the Montaña de Tejina lies just over 2 miles away, lava caves such as Cueva Grande de Chío sit within 3.5 miles, and a string of miradors, from Chirche to Sámara, look out over the slopes. Tenerife South airport, with direct flights from the United Kingdom, is a drive of about 24 minutes. Summers are dry and warm, with July recording no rain at all, while winter highs still reach around 19°C.
Why go
- The Monumento Natural de la Montaña de Tejina, a protected volcanic landmark, lies just 2.2 miles away.
- Lava caves including Cueva Grande de Chío and Cueva de los Pajaros sit within 3.5 miles.
- Tenerife South, with direct UK flights, is roughly 17 miles and 24 minutes by car.
Top sights in Guía de Isora
Volcanic Caves, Cones and Miradors
The most notable sight is the Monumento Natural de la Montaña de Tejina, a protected area about 2.2 miles from the town. Close behind come the lava caves that make this corner of Tenerife distinctive: Cueva Grande de Chío at around 2.7 miles, a cave beside the TF-38 road in the Corona Forestal Natural Park at about 3.2 miles, and Cueva de los Pajaros at roughly 3.3 miles.
For views, the Mirador de Chirche is the nearest at 1.4 miles, followed by the Mirador de Chío at 4.4 miles, the Mirador de Sámara at about 5 miles and the Viewpoint of the Noses of Teide at 5.3 miles. Nature is the clear theme here, with the caves also suiting families.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly from this page, where you will find the current options listed below.
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Cave near the TF-38 road in the Corona Forestal Natural Park
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Viewpoint of the Noses of Teide
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Tours & tickets in Guía de Isora
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Guía de Isora can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Guía de Isora
Hillside Town or Livelier Coast
The town of Guía de Isora sits at around 594 metres, so staying here means hillside quiet, cooler evenings and quick access to the caves and miradors. The municipality also reaches down to the coast, which suits those who want to be nearer the sea.
If you prefer more going on after dark, the larger resorts are not far: Adeje, with over 43,000 residents, is about 7 miles away and Playa de las Américas about 11 miles. Los Gigantes, a much smaller place, is only 4 miles off. This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare the options.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Guía de Isora and the villages around it is a hire car from Tenerife South (TFS), about 24 min away.
Best time to visit Guía de Isora
Warm, Dry Months for a Visit
- 19°CJan8 mm
- 19°CFeb12 mm
- 21°CMar10 mm
- 22°CApr25 mm
- 21°CMay12 mm
- 24°CJun18 mm
- 28°CJul0 mm
- 29°CAug6 mm
- 24°CSept3 mm
- 25°COct6 mm
- 23°CNov9 mm
- 20°CDec32 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
The most pleasant conditions run from April through to November. July and August are the hottest months, with highs of 28°C and 29°C and overnight lows of 19°C to 21°C. July is the driest of all, with no recorded rainfall, and September and October stay dry and warm at 24°C to 25°C.
December is the wettest month at around 32mm, followed by April at 25mm, though rain days rarely exceed four a month at any time of year. Winter is mild rather than hot, with January and February highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C to 12°C.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19°C | 12°C | 8 mm | 10 h |
| Feb | 19°C | 11°C | 12 mm | 11 h |
| Mar | 21°C | 12°C | 10 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 22°C | 13°C | 25 mm | 12 h |
| May | 21°C | 14°C | 12 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 24°C | 15°C | 18 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 28°C | 19°C | 0 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 21°C | 6 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 24°C | 16°C | 3 mm | 12 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 17°C | 6 mm | 11 h |
| Nov | 23°C | 15°C | 9 mm | 10 h |
| Dec | 20°C | 12°C | 32 mm | 10 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flights, Drives and Island Ferries
Tenerife South (TFS) is the nearest airport and has direct flights from the United Kingdom. It is about 17 miles from Guía de Isora, an estimated 24-minute drive. Tenerife North (TFN) is about 32 miles away, roughly 46 minutes by car, but has no direct flights from the United Kingdom.
Ferries are useful for island-hopping. Los Cristianos, about 12 miles away, sails to San Sebastián de la Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro. Santa Cruz de Tenerife, around 37 miles off, connects with Las Palmas, La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro. From Las Palmas de Gran Canaria there are sailings to the Spanish mainland at Huelva and Cádiz.
By air
- Tenerife South (TFS)17 miles, about 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Tenerife North (TFN)32 miles, about 46 min by road
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Los Cristianos (12 miles), Santa Cruz de Tenerife (37 miles), Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (83 miles).
Guía de Isora is good for
Around Guía de Isora
Day Trips Around West Tenerife
Los Gigantes is the closest outing at about 4 miles, with Santiago del Teide around 6 miles away and Adeje roughly 7 miles. Heading up into the hills, Vilaflor is about 9 miles off.
Playa de las Américas and Garachico are both around 11 miles away, while Icod de los Vinos and Buenavista del Norte are each about 12 miles, which puts the northern side of the island within easy reach for a day out.
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Practical Points Before You Go
The town sits at around 594 metres, so pack a layer: winter nights drop to 11°C or 12°C, noticeably cooler than you might expect for the Canaries.
With a population of about 20,500, Guía de Isora is a working town rather than a big resort. The caves, miradors and neighbouring towns are spread out, and the airport transfer alone is around 24 minutes by road, so car hire makes getting about far easier. If rain matters to you, avoid December and April, the two wettest months.
Questions people ask
Which airport is closest to Guía de Isora?
Tenerife South (TFS) is the nearest, about 17 miles away and roughly a 24-minute drive. It has direct flights from the United Kingdom. Tenerife North (TFN) is about 32 miles away, around 46 minutes by car, but has no direct UK flights.
When is the best time to visit Guía de Isora?
April to November offers the most pleasant conditions. July and August are hottest, with highs of 28°C to 29°C, and July records no rain. December is the wettest month, though even then there are only around four rain days.
Is Guía de Isora good for families?
The lava caves near town, including Cueva Grande de Chío at about 2.7 miles and Cueva de los Pajaros at around 3.3 miles, are tagged as suitable for families. The area's main appeal is nature, with viewpoints and the protected Montaña de Tejina close by.
Can I take a ferry to La Gomera from near Guía de Isora?
Yes. Los Cristianos, about 12 miles away, has sailings to San Sebastián de la Gomera, as well as to La Palma and El Hierro. Santa Cruz de Tenerife, around 37 miles away, also runs routes to La Gomera.
How far is Guía de Isora from Los Gigantes and Playa de las Américas?
Los Gigantes is about 4 miles away, making it the nearest neighbouring town. Playa de las Américas is around 11 miles away, and Adeje roughly 7 miles, so the livelier southern resorts are an easy drive.
Is it cold in Guía de Isora in winter?
Not cold, but cooler than the coast might suggest, as the town sits at around 594 metres. January and February see highs of 19°C and overnight lows of 11°C to 12°C, so a warm layer for evenings is sensible.