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Punta Rasca
El Palmar
📍El Palmar
👣6.2 km
🏋️Easy
⏱️Estimated walking time: 2h30m
📈Total elevation gain: 20m
⬆️Maximum altitude: 21m
⬇️Minimum altitude: 0m
🅿️Parking nearby: Yes
🌥️The route is always in sunny areas
ℹ️No Visitor Center nearby
🗺️Easy to follow
⚠️High sun exposure
📸Views, sea, volcanic landscape, coves
🌲Arid habitat, tabaibal-cardonal scrubland and flora adapted to salinity and wind. Special Area of Conservation for Marine Mammals
🏔️ Malpais de Rasca Special Nature Reserve
📋No permit required
The trail connecting El Palm-Mar with Punta de Rasca is one of the most beautiful and peaceful coastal routes in southern Tenerife. For just a few kilometers, it traverses an area of great scenic and natural value, comprised of lava flows, spurge and cardon cactus scrubland, and small beaches and hidden pools that invite you to pause. The sea breeze and the scent of salt accompany you throughout the walk, while the Atlantic Ocean unfolds across a wide and luminous horizon.
One of the special attractions of this route is the opportunity to spot marine wildlife from land. On calm days, it's not uncommon to see groups of dolphins swimming close to the shore, and even a sea turtle surfacing. The clarity of the water and the absence of large buildings along this stretch make observing marine life much easier.
The trail ends at the Punta de Rasca lighthouse, a white and red structure that contrasts sharply with the dark volcanic rock surrounding it. This place evokes a sense of isolation and connection with the ocean, especially at sunset, when the golden light highlights the textures of the lava and the movement of the waves.
Although the trail is practically flat and accessible, it has no shade or facilities, so it is recommended to bring water, a hat, and sunscreen. It is an ideal experience for those seeking to combine a leisurely hike, volcanic landscapes, and the possibility of encountering marine wildlife in its natural habitat.
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