Tenerife is the largest of the seven islands that make up the Canary Island archipelago and lies just over 300 km from the African coast, and about 1,300 km from the Spanish Mainland.
The island is known throughout the world as the Island of Eternal Spring.
In general, the Island´s climate is mild, temperate and moderate throughout the year. There are no seasons of extreme cold or suffocating heat. Average temperatures fluctuate between 17º and 18º C in winter, up to 24º or 25º C in summer.
The wide variety of climates and landscapes in Tenerife is matched by a wealth of ecosystems, each with its own characteristic flora and fauna. The island has modern, top-class and comfortable hotels and self-catering accommodation that put it among the top holiday destinations in Europe.
For those who prefer a more direct contact with nature, the rural tourism accommodation and camp sites provide another way of discovering the island.