Cycling to Los Gigantes and Tamaimo: guide to the ride
The Los Gigantes route is our favourite way to start the week: coastline, views of Tenerife's most famous cliffs and a steady climb to get the legs going. Here is what it is like and what to keep in mind.
The route
We set off in the south-west of the island and ride with the sea always in view towards Los Gigantes, where the cliffs drop vertically into the Atlantic. Then comes the climbing section, steady and regular, up to Tamaimo, before heading back through the hillside villages to the coast.
Level and who it suits
It is an intermediate route for cyclists used to climbing and descending on the road. It doesn't have the long climbs of Mount Teide, but it does have a climb you will feel. Perfect for the first day of your trip.
Tips
- Bring a windproof jacket from December to March for the descents.
- Enjoy the views, but on the descents watch the bends and coastal traffic.
- If you ride on your own, download the route's GPX from our website.
Ride it on our guided tour
Every Monday we ride this route as a group. We pick you up at your hotel in the morning, set up your bike at the shop, give you two water bottles and energy food, and get back in the early afternoon.
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