Six hours in Tenerife, and you’ll feel brave fast. Los Carrizales canyoning mixes water thrills with a real mountain workout: jumps, rappels, and slides into natural pools. I love the built-in options—if you are nervous, the rope system helps you do the descent your way—and I also love that the guide runs this as a safety-first day, not a free-for-all. The one drawback: it is not a casual walk. If you are not athletic, or if heights make you panic, you’ll struggle.

You meet your guide at C. Carrizal Bajo, 9, get geared up, and head out. The small group (limited to 8) keeps things personal, and the route is challenging enough that you earn the cool-down swim. Reviews consistently highlight how technical the return can be, so go in knowing you may be climbing more than hiking.

Price sits at $157 per person for a reason: you’re getting the guide, the canyon gear, and liability/accident insurance, all for a full half-day of active work. Just plan ahead: there is no hotel pickup, and you need to bring food and drinks.

Key things that make this canyoning day in Los Carrizales special

• Small-group canyoning (max 8) keeps the pace human and the coaching close
• Rope options give you control if jumping or lowering yourself feels scary
• Real altitude thrills include a reported 10m slide into water
• A long, serious approach hike makes the adrenaline feel earned
• The return climb can be tough and needs good grip and stamina

Why Los Carrizales canyoning feels different on Tenerife

This is not a tame “adventure walk.” It’s a full canyoning format where you move through water and rock using jumps, controlled descents, and hand-and-foot scrambling. That combination matters because it turns the day into problem-solving, not just sightseeing.

I like that the activity forces you to stay present. Every jump or rappel asks you to commit for a moment, then reset, then do the next move. And the payoff is immediate: after the rough stuff comes the bright, refreshing part—swimming in natural pools when you’re ready to breathe again.

Los Carrizales also has a reputation on the island for packing in action. That’s useful for you because Tenerife has lots of tours that look good on paper but feel short once you’re there. Here, the hours feel full.

Meet Peter at C. Carrizal Bajo, 9: gear up before you earn your adrenaline

You start at C. Carrizal Bajo, 9. There is parking space near the road, and you’ll want to look for a Berlingo with the title Vulcan Walkers, Peter. The clue is practical: you can spot the van, then you can spot the guide in a neoprene suit.

This matters because canyoning days run on timing. If you arrive late, you can throw off the group safety briefing and the first stretch to the canyon area. The staff also needs time to size and fit equipment, so show up with enough buffer to get settled.

One good thing about the setup: there’s no hotel pickup listed. That means you’re in charge of your own schedule. If you’re staying on the south or in a more spread-out area, it’s worth double-checking your route to Carrizal Bajo the day before so you aren’t scrambling for parking.

The safety briefing: how they keep jumps and rappels in the safe zone

Before you move, there’s a safety briefing and gear handout. This isn’t just rules-on-a-page. It’s the moment where the guide explains how you’ll descend, where you’ll jump (and when you’ll use a rope), and how to move through slick sections.

Two details I think are especially important for first-timers:

1. Ropes are part of the plan. If heights or jumping makes you freeze, you won’t be left to white-knuckle it. The rope system is there to help you climb down or lower yourself in a controlled way.

1. Technique beats bravado. The guides are safety- and technique-focused. You’ll be using proper body positioning to keep balance on rock and control your movement once you hit the water.

This is where small-group size helps again. With a smaller group, the guide can watch your movement and adjust coaching quickly rather than shouting over everyone.

The approach hike: 4 hours that build stamina and set your head right

Once you start hiking, you’re likely to feel it immediately: canyoning is physical. Plan for 2 hours of hiking early on in the day, then a longer hiking block that can total around 4 hours of approach time depending on how the day flows. There’s also a break period before the later return hike.

Why this hiking is valuable: it gets your body warm and teaches you the kind of footing you’ll need around slippery volcanic rock. Even if the canyon action is what you came for, the approach is what makes it safe and smooth later.

What to watch for: this is not a strolling trail. Reviews emphasize that the way back includes climbing and is heavy, so your legs need to be ready. If you start slow and steady, you’ll likely feel less panic later when the canyon section and the return demand grip and balance.

The main event in Los Carrizales: slides, jumps, and rappels into natural pools

The canyon portion is where you’ll get the biggest adrenaline spikes. Expect multiple forms of water movement:

• Jumping from different heights (with rope options if you want a less intimidating entry)
• Rappelling down waterfalls (controlled lowering, not uncontrolled drops)
• Sliding from height—one highlight mentioned is a slide around 10 meters, where you feel wind and then splash into the pool

This style changes how you experience Tenerife. Instead of looking at the island from a viewpoint, you’re inside the water system—moving from dry rock to wet rock to cold, clear pools. It’s a different kind of island immersion, and the physical effort makes the scenery feel earned.

A practical way to think about it: each feature is a skill moment. You don’t just do one thrilling move. You do several, spaced out through the canyon. That means your confidence can grow as the day goes on. If you’re worried you’ll bail after the first drop, the rope-and-choices setup helps you keep going.

Taking a breather (and then hiking again): the rhythm of a full canyon day

After the main action, you’ll get a break time before the return phase. This matters more than it sounds. In wetsuits, you can feel oddly chilled after intense splashing, and food and water become part of your safety plan (not just comfort).

This is also the moment to reset your head. You’ll go from high adrenaline to focused movement. If you treat it like a rest-and-linger moment, you might stiffen up. If you use it to rehydrate and steady your pace, the later hiking and climbing feels more manageable.

The return is not a walk in the park: expect climbing over volcanic rock

The hardest part for many people is the return. Even when it includes hiking, the guide needs you to move carefully on rocky ground. Multiple comments highlight that the way back can feel like climbing, not just walking.

This is a key consideration for your decision-making. If you can handle the canyon action but your legs cramp on the way out, you won’t enjoy the victory lap. Bring sports shoes with grip, keep your pace controlled, and don’t treat the return as an afterthought.

Also consider this if you’re deciding how you’ll approach heights. If you’re using ropes on the way down, you’re building confidence. But the return uses different skills: endurance, balance, and steady footing. The tour can be fantastic, yet still physically demanding from start to finish.

What to bring so you stay comfortable (and safe)

Here’s the kit that the tour asks for, and I agree with all of it:

• Sunglasses and a hat
• Swimwear and a towel
• Sunscreen, water, and food
• Sports shoes and sportswear
• Gear-friendly plan: you’ll be in a wetsuit, so dry layers can help before and after

Two practical tips:

1. Bring food that you actually want to eat mid-day. This is an active 6-hour window with hiking, so you need real fuel. If you show up with only sweets, you might feel off when you need focus.

1. Wear your shoes for grip. Canyoning has wet surfaces, and the return can be rocky. If your shoes are more for sightseeing than traction, you’ll notice it.

Also, shoes indoors are not allowed. That’s likely a venue or gear-room rule, but either way, it’s easy to follow.

Who should book this canyoning tour (and who should skip it)

This tour is for athletic people who can handle a lot of physical effort. It is also a poor match if you fall into any of these categories listed:

• Children under 14
• Pregnant women
• People with back problems
• People afraid of heights, or with vertigo
• Non-swimmers
• People over 65
• People over 243 lbs / 110 kg

And if you’re a first-time canyoner: you still can do it, but only if you’re willing to practice technique and accept that your day will be long and active. The rope options help, but this is still a genuine adventure, not a gentle baptism by waterfall.

Where you’ll likely love it most: if you like active travel—hiking, scrambling, and doing things with your body. If your idea of fun is staying dry and seated, this won’t fit.

Price and value: is $157 per person worth it?

At $157 per person, you’re paying for a guided, gear-based activity with insurance built in. What’s included is the big value driver:

• Canyoning guide
• All canyoning equipment
• Liability and accident insurance

What’s not included: hotel pickup and drop-off, and food and drinks. That means your true cost isn’t just the ticket price—you’ll also budget for your own snacks and water, plus getting to the meeting point.

Here’s how I think about value for this kind of day: you’re not paying for a view. You’re paying for safety planning, equipment, and expert coaching so you can do jumps and rappels you couldn’t do on your own. If you’re the type who wants one standout active memory in Tenerife, this price can feel fair because the experience lasts the full 6 hours and hits multiple thrill points.

The practical language and group size details that matter

Your guide can be English, Hungarian, or Spanish. With small-group size limited to 8 participants, you’re not lost in a crowd. That helps you understand instructions quickly, and it also makes the rope-and-technique coaching more effective.

If you’re traveling with friends or want a more personal adventure, this is a good format. If you hate waiting around for big groups, smaller also usually means less downtime.

Tips to have the best day inside Los Carrizales

I’d plan for a few things so you don’t lose energy before you even reach the canyon:

• Wear gear that stays secure and not too loose (you’ll be moving a lot)
• Bring sunscreen and reapply if the sun hits during the hike
• Eat before you feel hungry. Cramps and fatigue steal confidence
• If you’re nervous about jumping, focus on the rope option and timing. Don’t force it in your head for hours
• Keep a steady pace on the return. Fast early often means slow and careful later

One more thought: if you’re coming for adrenaline, this tour delivers. But if you go in treating it like a test of fearlessness, you’ll likely tense up. Better mindset: treat it like guided skill practice with big moments.

Should you book this Tenerife Los Carrizales canyoning tour?

Book it if you want a real action day—jumps, rappels, slides, and natural pools—and you’re comfortable with a demanding schedule that includes long hiking and a challenging return climb. The small group, safety-focused guidance, and rope options are a strong combo if you want adrenaline without feeling totally out of control.

Skip it if you’re not athletic, if you’re afraid of heights in a way that shuts you down, or if you have any of the listed health or mobility limits. This isn’t a casual half-day. It’s a full-body challenge in wetsuit conditions, with rocky footing and cold water sections.

If you fit the requirements and you’re ready to earn that swim, I’d say yes. This is the kind of Tenerife adventure that gives you a story you’ll actually remember—because you did the hard part yourself.

FAQ

How long is the Los Carrizales water canyoning tour?

The tour lasts about 6 hours.

Where do we meet for the tour?

The meeting point is C. Carrizal Bajo, 9. There is parking by the road. Look for a Berlingo with the title Vulcan Walkers and Peter.

What is included in the price?

The tour includes a canyoning guide, all canyoning equipment, and liability and accident insurance.

Is hotel pickup or drop-off included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

What fitness level is required?

This includes a large amount of exercise and includes hiking. It’s only recommended for athletic individuals.

Who is this tour not suitable for?

It is not suitable for children under 14, pregnant women, people with back problems, people afraid of heights or with vertigo, non-swimmers, people over 65, and people over 243 lbs / 110 kg.

What should I bring and wear?

Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, sports shoes, sportswear, water, and food. Don’t bring alcohol or drugs, and shoes indoors are not allowed.