Mountain biking – There are a varied network of forest tracks that cover the mountains of Tenerife making the island an ideal destination for a biking holiday. The Corona Forestal, which surrounds the Teide National Park and the hills around La Esperanza are some of the best areas to cycle and offer tracks of varying degrees of difficulty. Cycling is an option in Mount Teide’s protected areas, although the use is limited to roads and paths specially designed for vehicles. More demanding routes can be found in the north of the island or the area around the Teide National Park.
Paragliding - Tenerife has more than 40 different launch sites and is increasingly attracting paragliders to its shores with the great variety of flying areas located near one another and the exceptional climate that allows flying almost every day of the year. This sport is very popular on the island and there are many clubs that offer courses, advice (essential to get to know the wind patterns for safe flying) and the chance of flying tandem (a good way to get started). Scuba diving - Tenerife is a paradise for diving enthusiasts with its great climate, mainly calm waters, temperatures between 19 and 25 degrees centigrade and a variety of great diving sites, all with a rich marine life, sunken ships and volcanic tubes. There is a network of diving centres around the island catering for beginners to advanced divers, plus a decompression chamber in the Hospital Universitario de Canarias on the island. The most popular dive sites are off the Southeast Coast from centres such as Radazul, Las Eras or Las Galletas where
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Horse riding - In Tenerife the bridle-paths cross mountain prairies, ancient trails, volcanic beaches and meander through leafy forests. It is a different and enjoyable way of getting to know the island and its countryside and many companies offer the chance to ride freely, with a guide, or in small organised groups and even the opportunity to take a ride that lasts several days.
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