An exciting hiking trail leads from the Cruz del Carmen viewpoint down 1,000 meters to Punta del Hidalgo. On your way you hike through untouched primeval forests, along rocky ridges and through small mountain villages. In many places you can enjoy a great view of the Atlantic and the mountains on the north coast of Tenerife.Your hike begins at the Cruz del Carmen viewpoint. After you have enjoyed the view over the forests and on the distant Teide, you can start: First the hiking path leads you through dense laurel forest. Especially on days when clouds or thick fog hang in the trees, there is a magical atmosphere here. After a while, the jungle opens and gives way to cultivated terrace fields. You will be surrounded by deep valleys and wild meadows and small forest areas will alternate. In the tiny hamlet of Chinamada, you can take a break at the La Cueva restaurant.You come closer and closer to the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and look down on impressive bays. Past the futuristic lighthouse of Punta del Hidalgo, we continue to the Tesesinte settlement. If you want, you can then take a bath in the natural swimming pools of the Charcos de Punta del Hidalgo - ideal for relaxing your body after your beautiful hike.You can take bus 76 several times a day from the bus station in San Christóbal de la Laguna to Cruz del Carmen. From Punta Hidalgo, the destination of your tour, bus lines 50, 105 and 224 bring you back to your accommodation.