The new tax at Teide National Park, a UNESCO Heritage Site, aims to curb overtourism, protect biodiversity, and improve visitor safety.
Tenerife, a Spanish island, will introduce a new eco-tax at Teide National Park starting January 1, 2026. The Tenerife Island Council and the Canary Islands’ Ecological Ministry have agreed to levy the tax on tourists wishing to hike the park’s popular nature trails. Visitors will be required to pay up to EUR 25 (USD 29) once the rules take effect.
The new tax aims not only to manage overtourism but also to protect the park’s biodiversity, improve trail safety for trekkers, and enhance the overall visitor experience.
Teide National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Spain’s most visited natural attractions in the Canary Islands, is home to the Teide-Pico Viejo stratovolcano. Daily limits will be imposed on trail access; for example, only 300 people can hike Trail 10 on a day. Trekkers will be required to bring a torch, a fully charged phone, and other essential gear, while additional staff will be stationed along the trails to provide guidance and assistance.