Tenerife in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Tenerife cover the volcano, the sea and the parks. Here is how to spend three perfect days on the island — with the best-rated tours to book for each.

At a glance

1Day 1: Teide & Masca
2Day 2: whale watching
3Day 3: Loro Parque
4Stargazing & towns

Day 1: Teide & Masca

The volcano and the scenic valley.

Day 2: the sea

A whale-watching catamaran cruise.

Day 3: Loro Parque

Animals, towns and stargazing.

Tenerife in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Tenerife?

Three days is ideal — Mount Teide and Masca on day one, whale watching on day two, and Loro Parque with stargazing or towns on day three.

What is the best experience in Tenerife for 3 days?

Mount Teide is the icon, whale watching the most memorable, and Loro Parque the best for families; all reward your time.

How do I plan a 3-day Tenerife itinerary?

Spend day one on Teide and Masca, day two on a whale-watching cruise, and day three on Loro Parque, towns and a stargazing tour.

Explore more in Tenerife

Mount Teide & National Park Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat & Catamaran Trips Masca, Cliffs & Towns Stargazing & Quad