Masca, Tenerife: Experience Guide
A guide to Masca — the remote mountain village in the Teno massif, its famous gorge hike and how to reach it.
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About Masca
Masca is a tiny, dramatically-sited mountain village in the Teno massif, in the rugged north-west of Tenerife. Perched among deep ravines and volcanic peaks, it is one of the island's most photographed places and was long one of its most isolated.
The village is reached by the winding TF-436 mountain road and rewards visitors with spectacular viewpoints. Below it, the Masca Gorge (Barranco de Masca) descends steeply to a small cove on the Atlantic.
Planning your visit
Where
Teno massif, North-West Tenerife (municipality of Buenavista del Norte).
Getting there
By the narrow, winding TF-436 road from Santiago del Teide or Buenavista. Drive carefully; parking in the village is limited.
The gorge hike
The Barranco de Masca trail descends to the coast and requires an advance reservation/permit and safety equipment under the regulated access system. Check the official Cabildo de Tenerife booking system for current rules before planning the hike.
Returning from the coast
Gorge walkers typically return by boat from the beach to Los Gigantes rather than climbing back up. Confirm current transfer arrangements when booking.
Tours & boat trips near Masca
Teide National Park, Icod de los Vinos, Garachico & Masca: Guided Tour
From €55
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Teide National Park, Icod de los Vinos, Garachico & Masca: Guided Tour
From €57
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Masca FAQ
- In the Teno massif in the north-west of Tenerife, reached by the winding TF-436 mountain road.
Places featured in this guide
Masca Visitor Centre
The official visitor-information point in Masca village, useful for checking current access, local conditions and visitor guidance in the Teno massif.
Whale WatchingTicketsAcantilados de Los Gigantes
Sheer sea cliffs rising up to around 600 metres straight out of the Atlantic on Tenerife's west coast.
ViewpointsMasca
A remote mountain village set among the dramatic ridges and gorges of the Teno massif in north-west Tenerife.
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Tours & experiences
Bookable tickets, tours and activities from our partners.
Teide National Park, Icod de los Vinos, Garachico & Masca: Guided Tour
From €57
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