About this tour
Spend an hour wandering through Banana EcoPlantation in La Orotava, where permaculture meets commercial farming on Tenerife's north coast. You'll explore over 15 aromatic plant varieties thriving alongside banana trees in a carefully balanced ecosystem, then sample a glass of banana liquor and taste fresh fruit straight from the plantation. The setting sits between the Atlantic and Mount Teide's slopes, offering genuine insight into how small-scale sustainable agriculture works in practice.
Highlights
- Walk through working permaculture system with 15+ plant varieties
- Learn how banana trees coexist with aromatic crops and oats
- Taste fresh-picked plátano and banana liquor on-site
- Views across Atlantic toward Mount Teide from the farm
- Guided tour by people actually running the operation
- Accessible to all fitness levels and mobility requirements
What to expect
The tour is a straightforward 60-minute walk around the working plantation. Your guide will explain the permaculture setup — how companion planting reduces the need for chemicals and creates resilience. You'll see banana plants at various growth stages and other crops integrated throughout. Halfway through, you'll stop for your banana liquor tasting and fresh fruit. The pace is gentle; there's no rushing. Expect to get a realistic picture of what commercial-scale organic farming actually involves, rather than a polished presentation. The coastal setting and mountain backdrop are genuine bonuses rather than the main event.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light jacket — coastal weather shifts quickly. The farm is wheelchair accessible and pushchairs work fine on the paths. Service animals are welcome. Public transport reaches nearby, though having your own transport is easier. Gratuities aren't included in the price.
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