Trip plan
Plan
Teide monthly climbability
| Month | Climbability | Permit peak |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | Often closed (snow) | Low demand |
| Feb | Often closed | Low demand |
| Mar | Improving | Moderate |
| Apr | Good | High |
| May | Very good | High |
| Jun | Excellent | Very high |
| Jul | Excellent | Peak (apply 6+ months) |
| Aug | Excellent | Peak |
| Sep | Excellent | High |
| Oct | Good | Moderate |
| Nov | Mixed | Low |
| Dec | Often closed | Low demand |
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How to read results
- Summit permit: free via reservasparquesnacionales.es. Apply 3鈥? months in advance for Jul/Aug.
- Cable car: separate booking via telefonica.at.v (鈧?0+). Needs weather; book morning.
- Trail walks (Sendero Roques de Garc铆a, 7,535m route to Monta帽a Blanca) are free without permit.
- Altitude: 3,718m = serious altitude. Acclimate at sea level first or Tenerife south first.
Limitations
- Permits are non-transferable + check ID. No-show = wasted slot.
- Cable car shuts in high winds (>50 km/h) 鈥?refund/rebook.
- Calima (Saharan dust) can close the park; check AEMET daily.
FAQ
Best month for the summit? June or September 鈥?warm, fewer crowds, best chance of clear.
Is altitude a real risk? Yes 鈥?mild symptoms above 3,500m. Hydrate, ascend slowly.
Can I book same-day? Rare. Apply via the official portal 3+ months ahead.