Spain·21 - 27 May 2023
Mountains & The Sea Week Retreat
7 Day Hiking, Swimming & Yoga Retreat in the Anaga Park, North Tenerife
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Overview
Recharge and reset in the beautiful surroundings of the UNESCO designated biosphere of Anaga Natural Park in North Tenerife, an area of rugged beauty, dramatic coast lines and cool enchanting forests. Our holidays are a perfect combination of recharging activities and much needed relaxation in a breath-taking scenery! We are located in the charming traditional Canarian town of Tegueste, nestled in the foothills of Anaga and amongst the vineyards of the local wine producers.
Hosts
At Mountains & The Sea Retreat we want to provide a place dedicated to helping people have an active holiday, where even if travelling on your own, you will find a social atmosphere and companioinship with people looking to make the most of their time and absolutely no waiting around at concierge desks!
Charlie - Chief of Mountains & The Sea
A Royal Naval Officer, Submariner, Engineer, Leadership Instructor, Coach, Shipping Executive, Diver, Amateur Cyclist, Runner, Paddler and Swimmer. It is fair to say a jack of all trades and well, he says he is still working on mastering at least a few of them!
Charlie fell in love with the North of Tenerife many years ago, when he first travelled there with his wife. So very different from other parts of the island, the cooling forests and the rural environment was a playground for everything he enjoys doing. His passion is to share that joy with others and explore the real Tenerife and all it has to offer.
James
James is our guide to the mountains, he was a professional mountainbiker, racing at the highest level and travelling the World all the major UCI mountain bike races and good enough to have a Wikipedia entry. He now resides on the small Canarian Island of Tenerife and since 2005 he has worked as a guide in Europe and the British Isles. He has been walking and cycling the mountains of Anaga, Teide and the other Islands for the last 2 decades.
Cristi
Cristi, is our yoga guide and also a keen cyclist and was born and raised in the region of the retreat. A school teacher in French and Spanish, her first encounter with yoga was in 2001 in Alanta, Ga and later in 2003, she met Micheline Flak while living in France. Ms Flak had introduced yoga in the French classrooms in 1973 to help her students learning processes.
She inspired Cristi to introduce "kinesthetic learning" in the Spanish classrooms. Alongside her job, being an avid cycletourist (like her husbdand James) and cycling to work daily made yoga the perfect complement to her life in order to have a real holistic approach to health.
In 2020 Cristi stopped teaching in high school in order to study yoga deeper and it has become her main priority in life. She finds yoga a powerful tool not only as a mean of self development but as a major way to help others to develop their full potential
Schedule
This itinerary forms a basis of the week, but don't worry you can take days out to do what you want to do, or hire a bike, go kayaking or add a yoga session - just add while booking!
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Day 1 - The arrival
After your arrival, we'll introduce you to the beautiful ocean by taking a quick dip in the water and after we'll cool down with welcome drinks at the villa.
Day 2 - Mountain Trekking
We start the day by trekking into the spectacular hills of Anaga, discovering the enchanted laurel forests down to Punta del Hidalgo, where we stop for a refreshing swim and late lunch.
We'll finish the day with a reward by exploring the cafes of Tegueste and relaxing.
Day 3 - Discovering the ocean
Start the day with a vitalizing Yoga practice or Pilates session before heading to one of the best swimming spots, while exploring the subaquatic life with a bit of snorkeling.
Later on, we'll enjoy the evening taking a stroll round the beautiful streets of San Cristobal de La Laguna and sampling some delicious tapas and local wine.
Day 4 - Mountain hike
Go deeper into the beauty of Anaga with an energizing hike, exploring the beautiful trails between Las Caboneras and Taborno, where we'll enjoy a fresh lunch before proceeding to Arfur and take the bus back.
Day 5 - Relax time
A well-deserved day off any sports activities, but with relaxing walks exploring La Laguna, the Vineyards or simply heading to the beach and soak up all the sun!
Day 6 - Mountain & Ocean mix
Start the day with a nice trek or run into the depths of Anaga, while the sun is not that powerful, followed by a delicious lunch and a cooldown swim along the artificial reefs of Radazul. After, we're heading to La Laguna for a fantastic dinner when the town is at its liveliest.
Day 7 - Depart
We say goodbye - but only for now :)
And we can't wait to see you again to make even more memories together!
What's Included
What's Included
Airport Transfers
Breakfast - Fruit, Cereals, Bread, Yoghurts, Fruit Juice, Tea & Coffee
Guided routes - You will be provided with guided on a walk to suit your fitness abilities, but if you want to take off by yourself no problem and we will advise the best routes for you.
Local guide to the area - From showing you the best swimming spots, to taking you to the best restaurants, we ensure that you are able to make the most of this wonderful area
2 Yoga Sessions during the week
What's Not Included
Lunch - We normally stop to refuel at a cafe or restaurant during our activities
Dinner - There are some fantastic local restaurants to try out, but depending on our days activities you may just feel like a light dinner but at your accommodation
Gallery
Tegueste - Gateway to Anaga
A playground for the active
Tegueste is a very beautiful, historic but small town with an atmosphere that carries a pure, traditional Canarian vibe dominated by farm crops, vineyards and historical buildings in the heart of the town and many festivals throughout the year. Tegueste takes its name from the old kingdom, or Guanche menceyato, of Tegueste; word that some experts translate as wet, so be warned it is not 365 days of sunshine! But that also leads to the amazing Anaga Park and also some very delicious wines. There are some 31 vineyards in the region and wine tours are available. A short journey down the hill lies the rugged coast with plenty of unique places to get a swim in!
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Add Ons
Road Bike Hire
Carbon Road Bikes perfect for tackling the Mounatains of Anaga & Teide
PRICE$60.10/pp
Yoga Session
Work on the mind and body with a 1 hr yoga session
PRICE$24.04/pp
Kayaking (Half Day)
Seakayaking off the coast
PRICE$31.25/pp
Mountain Bike Hire
Mountain Bike through the forest trails of Teide
PRICE$60.10/pp
You'll Be Staying Here
The Finca
A newly refurbished chalet with 6 individual suites set in a rural finca with stunning views of the vineyards, sea and start of the Anaga Mountains, The rooms are a double / twin bedroom and include a bathroom and kitchen.
FAQs
How fit do I need to be?
It entirely depends on what you want to do! The area is very hilly, but we recommend routes suitable for your fitness levels. If you are looking to road cycle then you will need some experience and be able to use clipless pedals. But the mountain biking, kayaking, hiking and swimming can be enjoyed by everyone.
What is the climate and water like round the year?
Climate is mild all year round with day air temperatures in summer normally between 22 to 30 deg C and in the winter 15 to 22 deg C.
Water temperatures range from 17 to 23 degrees Celsius.
Can we book activities while we are there?
Yes, depending on the availability of the activity.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast is provided made of: bread, fruit, yoghurts, tea, coffee & fruit juice.
Lunch will normally be taken at a local café or restaurant on each of his own expenses, but the eating out value for money is perfect in the north!
Nevertheless, the accommodation is self-catered and there are local shops if you want to cook.