School Geography Trips to Tenerife
A geographical history that’s as explosive as its landscape
- Geography
Geography school trips to Tenerife offer a dynamic way to bring geography to life. From the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Mount Teide to the rugged coastal cliffs of Los Gigantes, the island is a natural classroom for exploring plate tectonics, natural hazards, and coastal systems. It’s no surprise that school trips to Tenerife are popular for connecting real-world examples with curriculum topics.
On school geography trips to Tenerife, students gain hands-on experience of key GCSE concepts. Exploring the Cueva del Viento volcanic tunnel reinforces learning around lava flows and formation, whilst a visit to the Bioclimatic Visitor Centre introduces ideas in climate change and resource management. These excursions build essential geographical skills in observation, data collection, and analysis.
With nearly half the island designated as protected land, Tenerife is also ideal for studying ecosystems and biodiversity. Whether trekking through volcanic terrain or spotting marine life on a whale-watching cruise, students encounter real examples of changing places, tourism, and human-environment interaction – making school trips to Tenerife both educational and unforgettable.
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Flight to Tenerife
Arrive and check in to hotel
Evening meal & explore the town
Day 2
Full day on Mount Teide – students will investigate Plate Tectonics, Natural Hazards, and Rocks, Weathering & Soil through direct interaction with volcanic landscapes and geographical formations.
Evening meal
Day 3
Visit the Banana Plantation and explore Resource Management, Ecosystems and Biodiversity, and Weather and Climate by learning how agriculture adapts to Tenerife’s subtropical environment.
Enjoy a 2-hour boat trip from Los Gigantes – view the backdrop of the cliffs of Los Gigantes and search for whales and dolphins. The relationship between the physical environment (volcanic rock, sea erosion) and human activity (tourism, historical beliefs) can be explored here.
Evening meal
Day 4
Visit the Bioclimatic Visitors Centre, an excellent opportunity to study Sustainable Resource Management and Climate Change as students learn about eco-design, renewable energy, and carbon neutrality.
Head to Siam Water Park to observe tourism in action, reflecting on the environmental impacts of large-scale tourist attractions and their integration into the local economy and landscape.
Evening meal at hotel
Day 5
Vist the Piramides de Guimar to delve into the cultural geography of Tenerife whilst linking Changing Places, Tourism, and Volcanic Landscapes through exploration of ancient pyramids and ethnographic exhibitions.
Flight home
Based on 5 day, 4 night tour for 44 passengers (+4 free places) travelling October 2025 and includes, subject to availability:
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Full board accommodation
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- VAT
- Excursions:
- Mount Tiede Cable Car
- Bioclimatic Visitors Centre
Optional Extras
- Field Study Tutor
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in Tenerife
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Cueva del Viento Caves
Mount Teide
Piramides de Guimar
Bioclimatic Visitor Ce...
Siam Water Park
Maritima Acantilados W...
Banana Plantation
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in Tenerife
- Located in the historical centre of Puerto de la Cruz
- Short walk to the beach
- Within walking distance of numerous restaurants
- Outdoor swimming pool (all year round)
- Wi-Fi
- Outdoor swimming pool (all year round)
- Rooftop terrace
- Restaurant
- Shared lounge with TV
- Quad, triple, twin and single rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Go for a swim in the outdoor pool
- Soak up the sun on the rooftop terrace
- Relax in the lounge and watch TV
- Go for a stroll along the beach
- Grab a bite to eat at one of the nearby restaurants
Curriculum Information
Perfect for all ages and stages of secondary education
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Curricular Links
- Changing Places
- Climate Change
- Coastal Systems & Landscapes
- Ecosystems & Biodiversity
- Geographical Skills
- Natural Hazards
- Plate Tectonics
- Resource Management
- Rocks, Weathering & Soil
- Tourism
- Weather & Climate
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From expert Field Study Tutors to our award-winning study resources, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your students.
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Field Study Tutors
Student trips to Tenerife benefit greatly from a Field Study Tutor’s expertise, real-world insights, and geographic context.
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Mount Teide - A Tenerife Highlight
Mount Teide, Spain’s highest peak and UNESCO wonder - an incredible experience for students visiting Tenerife.
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FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Do you provide risk assessments for the visits you offer?
You can download our Generic Risk Management Handbook which will help you complete your risk assessment for your school or Local Authority. The aim of the handbook is to provide all tour leaders with supportive suggestions to help raise awareness to risk, suggest control measures to help mitigate the risk and manage risk pro-actively. For further assistance, please speak to a member of our team who will be happy to help.
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Can I talk to Rayburn Tours whilst out on tour?
Yes, a 24-hour emergency phone number will be provided in your final documents pack and one of our experienced members of staff will be happy to help with any problems you have whilst out on tour.
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Is our Tour Manager fully DBS (formerly CRB) checked?
Our Tour Manager, Field Study Tutors and History Tour Guides, with UK citizenship, have an enhanced DBS check. Non UK citizenship Tour Managers cannot be checked under the DBS scheme. Rayburn Tours will seek confirmation that Tour Managers are suitable for working with children by liaising with relevant foreign agents and monitoring group feedback.
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Will our driver speak English?
Not all drivers will speak English, but every driver will be fully aware of your itinerary and our 24-hour emergency phone line is available in the unlikely event assistance is needed.
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What should students pack for school trips to Tenerife?
Here are some of the essentials that students should bring on a school trip to Tenerife (please note that some items are seasonal):
Travel documents:
- Passport
- Visa (if required)
- GHIC card
Clothing:
- Socks
- Underwear
- Tshirts
- Shorts/trousers
- Waterproof coat
- Jumper
- Pyjamas
- Outfits for downtime/ evening meal
- Appropriate footwear
Personal care
- Toiletries- shampoo, bodywash, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, sanitary products
- Medication
Environmental protection items
- SPF
- Hat/cap
- Lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Woolly hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Thermal layers
Other
- Chargers for electrical devices
- Plug adapters
- Card games
- Book
- Portable gaming device
The Benefits of School Trips
The unseen side to Tenerife
Field Study Tutor, Friend and Fantastic Addition to Any Geography Tour
Travel in safe hands
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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