Stargazing getaway to Tenerife with sunset and stars on Mount Teide
If you are looking for a different getaway where you can combine a volcano, sunset and stars, this astronomical getaway to Tenerife is for you. In it, you will not only enjoy one of the best skies in the world for stargazing on the highest peak in Spain, but you will also stay at the Parador Las Cañadas del Teide, the only hotel within the Teide National Park , on the slopes of the volcano. This accommodation has magnificent views, a restaurant and a privileged environment in the middle of nature. This astronomical plan includes: accommodation at the Parador Las Cañadas del Teide and astronomical activity Sunset & Stars where Starlight experts will guide you through the sky while you watch the sunset on Mount Teide. Once the sun goes down, you will enjoy an astronomical observation with a professional telescope guided by experts in astronomy certified by the Starlight Foundation. Tenerife, the Teide volcano, the sunset and the stars... What more could you ask for?
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Experience Details
What is included?
Accommodation at the Parador Las Cañadas del Teide, accommodation certified with the Starlight seal, located in the Teide National Park.
Sunset & Stars to observe the sunset and the stars on Teide with a professional guide and telescope with transfers
Starlight Guide
What is not included?
Flights
Rental car
Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
Other transfers not mentioned
Visit to the observatory of the Teide
Guides in languages other than Spanish or English
Access for people with mobility problems.
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If you want to add transport to get to Tenerife, if you need a rental car in Tenerife, if you want to add or remove days from the proposed experience or if you want to customize your trip, do not hesitate to contact us and we will find the option that best suits you.
Travel guide of Stargazing getaway to Tenerife with sunset and stars on Mount Teide
Day 1:
The activity Sunset & Stars will allow you to enjoy two unique experiences in the Teide National Park: the sunset from the highest peak in Spain, and stargazing in one of the best places in the world where you can see up to 83 constellations of the 88 officers that exist. Enjoy this guided activity where you will contemplate the colors of the sunset from the path to the Pico Viejo viewpoint, you will go up by cable car, you will observe the stars in the cable car base station where the Starlight guides with their professional telescopes will teach you the secrets of the sky del Teide, to guide you through the sky and to discover the mythology that hides behind the constellations. In the event that there is a full moon, you will take advantage of its radiant presence to observe its mountain ranges and craters.
The astronomical activity will begin at sunset, when you confirm your reservation, from Nativics we will inform you of the start time and pick up at your hotel, since it includes transfers. Before carrying out the activity, you will have already arrived at the Parador de Las Cañadas del Teide , a very special hotel located in the Teide National Park. Its perfect location and the clear sky free from light pollution certify it as Starlight accommodation or, what is the same, as perfect accommodation to enjoy observing the stars, planets and galaxies. This Parador is also a beautiful place where you can enjoy the calm and nature of Tenerife and the only hotel that is located within the National Park, on the slopes of the Teide volcano. Undoubtedly a privileged place... But did you know that the entire island of Tenerife is certified as a Starlight destination and that Mount Teide is one of the three best places in the world, along with Chile and Hawaii, for astronomical observation? both day and night? In fact, here is the largest solar observatory in the world. The reason is that, thanks to its clear sky, its altitude and its latitude, 83 of the 88 official constellations that exist can be observed. In addition, in the summer months, you can even see the Milky Way. If you travel on a full moon, you will be able to see its radiant light, its mountains and its craters. As if that were not enough, when you return to your accommodation, you can continue enjoying the starry sky with the naked eye from the Parador de Las Cañadas del Teide.
What will you do on this getaway?
- Enjoy one of the best sunsets at the Pico Viejo viewpoint.
- Go up in the cable car where you can contemplate the shadow of Mount Teide from its viewing terraces.
- Observe the starry sky of Teide with telescopes and guides certified by the Starlight Foundation.
- Enjoy the Parador Las Cañadas del Teide, located within the Teide National Park
- Live a unique astrotourism experience
What will you see today?
Teide National Park
Parador Las Canadas del Teide
Did you know...
What is the Starlight Certification and astrotourism?
The Starlight Certification is an international system whose objectives are the protection of the night sky, the cultural dissemination of astronomy and local sustainable economic development through astrotourism. This certificate is awarded by the Starlight Foundation, a non-profit entity, born from the I International Starlight Conferencein April 2007, promoted by the Institute of Astrophysics of the Canary Islands. Based on it, the "Declaration on the Defense of the Night Sky and the Right to Starlight (La Palma Declaration) was created. The Starlight Certification unites science and tourism for the first time and is supported by the UNWTO (World Tourism Organization) and IAU (International Astronomical Union). Receiving a Starlight Certification means having excellent sky quality and representing an example of its protection and conservation, promoting sustainable star tourism or astrotourism. Within these certifications are: Starlight reserves, Starlight tourist destinations, Starlight accommodations, star parks and other modalities that promote sustainable astrotourism.
The astrotourism is a sustainable and responsible way of traveling that combines the observation of the night and day sky, astronomical dissemination and the conservation of the quality of the sky together with related leisure activities. you swim with astronomy. Without a doubt, a different and interesting way of traveling avoiding light pollution and discovering the sky.
Did you know...
What is a hostel?
A parador is a type of publicly managed accommodation typical of Spain, located in a place of cultural interest and offering a high quality service, with facilities and design in accordance with the traditions, history or typical art of the region In which it is found. It is not a hostel or a hostel at all, it is a type of hotel that has an average of 65 rooms and that was created by reusing and reconditioning, in general, emblematic buildings such as mansions, mansions or castles. The first parador to be built was the Sierra de Gredos, in Ávila, promoted by the Marqués de la Vega-Inclán, in 1926, and now paradors can be found in all the autonomous communities of Spain, with the exception of the Balearic Islands . In fact, throughout the Spanish and Portuguese territory, there are almost 100 inns, 30 of them classified as Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC) and another 15 located in historical BIC complexes. The mission of Paradores is to preserve the valuable historical-artistic heritage of the buildings it offers as accommodation, as well as promoting sustainable and quality tourism. Hence, the Parador de Las Cañadas del Teide is an ideal hotel to enjoy sustainable astrotourism.
Practical tips
What to bring?
For your astronomical activity on Mount Teide, it is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes, a jacket since at that altitude it cools down and water.
Activities
Sunset and stars on Teide
The activity Sunset & Stars will allow you to enjoy two unique experiences in the Teide National Park: the sunset from the highest peak in Spain, and stargazing in one of the best places in the world where you can see up to 83 constellations of the 88 officers that exist. Enjoy this guided activity where you will contemplate the colors of the sunset from the path to the Pico Viejo viewpoint, you will go up by cable car, you will observe the stars in the cable car base station where the Starlight guides with their professional telescopes will teach you the secrets of the sky del Teide, to guide you through the sky and to discover the mythology that hides behind the constellations. In the event that there is a full moon, you will take advantage of its radiant presence to observe its mountain ranges and craters.
Days and hours of the activity: every Tuesday and Friday . July, August and September Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. Start time according to sunset.
Duration of the activity: approximately 8 hours.
Difficulty: low
What will you do on this excursion?
- Enjoy one of the best sunsets at the Pico Viejo viewpoint.
- Get on the cable car where you can contemplate the shadow of Teide from its viewing terraces.
- Observe the starry sky of Teide with telescopes and Starlight guides.
What does the Sunset & Stars?
- Transportation from your hotel.
- Cable car ticket at sunset for a maximum of 90 people, separated by languages.
- Guide in Spanish or English.
- Observation of the starry sky on Mount Teide with long-range telescopes and Starlight guides.
- Picnic (optional with extra charge). Includes: sausage and cheese sandwich or vegetarian sandwich, water or soft drink and a sweet.
Does not include
- Visit to the Teide observatory
- Guides in other languages than not be Spanish or English
- Access for people with mobility problems.
Restrictions
- Children under 8 years old are not admitted
- Since the excursion includes the use of the Teide Cable Car, people with cardiovascular problems and pregnant women are not admitted due to the risk of damage to health due to height .
- People with health problems should consult their doctor before starting this excursion to Teide at night.
- According to current regulations, the cable car ascent to people with physical or motor disabilities, due to reasons arising from the risks of evacuation.
- Not accessible for people with reduced mobility or motor difficulties.
- Animals are not allowed in this excursion.
Information matters nte
- This excursion to enjoy Mount Teide at sunset and at night, includes a 40-minute round trip ride of medium-low difficulty.
- If the path to the Pico Viejo Viewpoint is closed by ice or snow on the day of the activity, you will also enjoy the beautiful sunset from La Rambleta and the walk to Pico Viejo will be skipped.
- In the event of adverse weather that prevents or makes it difficult to observe the sky, the Starlight guides will show you virtually.
- In the event that the cable car cannot be used due to weather conditions, it will be contemplated the sunset from the Chío viewpoint or from Los Roques de García.
- In the event that the facilities stop working for unexpected technical reasons, the people who are at the upper station should make the descent on foot through steep mountain trails.
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