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The best hiking trails include Mount Teide in Tenerife (Spain's highest peak), the Masca Gorge, Anaga Rural Park, Roque Nublo in Gran Canaria, and the Corralejo dunes in Fuerteventura. There are trails for all fitness levels.

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Hiking Tours in Mae Haad

Mae Haad, Koh Tao

⏱ 4 hours

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About this experience

Hiking Tours in Mae Haad is a guided walking excursion through the jungle-clad hills and coastal trails of Koh Tao's main pier village. The tour starts from Mae Haad Bay and follows established paths to viewpoints overlooking the island's western shoreline. It operates as a half-day activity, typically lasting three to four hours with a certified local guide.

What to expect

Duration is 3-4 hours, starting at 09:00 from Mae Haad Pier with a maximum group size of 10 hikers
Includes a licensed guide, drinking water, and a light snack of fresh coconut or local fruit
Route covers 6 kilometres of mixed terrain, including steep granite sections and shaded forest paths
Stops at two named viewpoints: Sai Daeng Rock and the Mae Haad Sunset Point, each with a 15-minute rest break
Suitable for adults with moderate fitness; children under 10 years are not permitted on the steepest segment
Ends at Mae Haad Beach, where hikers can swim in the bay or walk to nearby restaurants for lunch