Minas de San José is one of those Tenerife spots that makes you feel like you've landed on another planet. Located in La Orotava, this spectacular natural site welcomes you with a volcanic landscape of vibrant colors and impossible shapes, where you'll literally walk on pumice stones so light they seem to defy gravity. The rocky and sandy terrain creates a mosaic of ochre, reddish, and black tones you won't stop photographing.

Accessible 24 hours, this place is part of the route to Teide and features incredible viewpoints like Montaña Grande and El Valle, where views of La Orotava Valley and the ocean will take your breath away. It's one of the most cherished spots by visitors and locals, who praise its otherworldly beauty and the unique sensation of being in a lunar landscape. Just be careful on the road and respect this natural treasure that deserves to be preserved for future generations.