Large numbers of coach bourne tourists enter the park each day but concentrate at the teleferico, Los Roques and a patch of pleasant pumice convenient for coach parking. Once 50 metres from these three sites you will enjoy reasonable solitude. Another highlight of a stay at the Parador is the night sky, unsullied by light pollution, groups regularly visit for dinner, an astronomical talk and night stroll. The Teide path is shown in blue, other paths in red, roads in black and the teleferico in grey. About ten cars can be parked at 'P' and overflow parking is possible, if needed, a little to the west at a mirador.
Light refreshments are available at both top and bottom stations of the teleferico.
Climbing Teide 'Grade'. The path is well within the capacity of any British hillwalker without any scrambling being involved. It will be of interest to any walker who does not normally go this high, enjoys excellent views, or is interested in the novel experience, for the British walker, of climbing on a volcano. Persons with a heart condition or who are pregnant should not attempt the climb. Long trousers, water, a fleece and lightweight waterproof jacket should be carried.