Bananas, wine, and Canarian flavors in one 4 to 5 hour outing. You get Finca Las Margaritas for the banana story and tastings, then head toward Vilaflor for a proper wine tasting at Lagar de Chasna.

One possible drawback: some stops can feel more like a sales stop than a deep experience, so go in with realistic expectations.

This is a guided tour designed for food and drink people. You’ll have snacks and alcoholic beverages included, plus transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, with an official guide accredited in the Canary Islands. The start is early, at 8:00 am, with pickup depending on where you’re staying.

If you hate any retail element during tours, you might find parts of the day less satisfying. If you’re happy to taste, ask questions, and enjoy the drive through the mountain road views, this trip can be a fun way to pack a lot into one morning.

Key Highlights

• Banana education with gofio and palm honey tastings at Finca Las Margaritas
• Wine tasting with typical Canarian snacks at Lagar de Chasna
• Early 8:00 am departure with pickup in select areas around Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje
• Air-conditioned vehicle and official accredited guide for the full route
• Group size capped at 55, so it stays manageable

8:00 am to the Vineyards: How the Timing and Pickup Really Feel

This is an all-guided half-day tour built around a morning rhythm. It starts at 8:00 am, and that matters. You’ll beat the late-day heat, and you’ll arrive at the farms and wineries when things are calmer and easier to enjoy.

Pickup is offered, but it depends on your location. If you’re staying in the Los Cristianos area through Costa Adeje and La Caleta, Tuesday pickup is listed. You indicate your accommodation at booking, and then you get a confirmed pickup time with the nearest pickup point. You’ll also get a mobile ticket, which is handy if you’re juggling beach plans and don’t want paper.

The tour runs about 4 to 5 hours. That’s enough time to learn the process on a working banana site, taste a few products, then slow down for wine and food at the second stop. It’s not enough time for a super slow, linger-all-day style itinerary, so treat it like a concentrated tasting day.

Group size tops out at 55 people, and that tends to keep things organized but not overly personal. The experience can rise or fall on the guide’s energy. One guide name that shows up in the feedback is Peter, and when someone brings that kind of enthusiasm, the whole day feels smoother and more memorable.

Practical note: this is not recommended for children. Also, it requires good weather. If conditions are bad, the tour may switch dates or you’ll get a refund.

Finca Las Margaritas Banana Experience: Grown, Ground, Tasted

Stop 1 is Finca Las Margaritas Banana Experience, and it’s the backbone of the trip. This is where you’ll learn how bananas are cultivated and how they were grown in the past. The tone is practical: how the orchard works, how bananas fit into local life, and how secondary products get made.

One thing you’ll probably notice is that this is not just a walk past banana plants. The banana “star” is paired with other local products you might not expect to taste at a farm.

What you learn (and what you taste)

The tour highlights bananas plus gofio (the local roasted grain mix). You’ll also hear how gofio is obtained, and you’ll learn about palm honey—another Canary Islands flavor that shows up in local food culture.

Then comes the fun part: tastings. At this stop, you’ll sample banana-made products along with items connected to banana, gofio, and palm honey, plus other tropical fruits. Expect it to be interactive rather than just a lecture. It’s the kind of stop where you can ask, taste, and compare flavors in a way that sticks.

The big value of a banana farm stop

This matters because many winery tours only explain wine. Here, you get a totally different production story first. If you like learning where ingredients come from, this stop pays off twice: you leave with a better sense of how bananas fit into Canarian food traditions, and you’ll be more interested in the tasting menu later.

The Mountain Road to Vilaflor and Lagar de Chasna’s Wine Tasting

After the banana farm, you’ll head toward Vilaflor via the mountain road. Even if you’re not chasing dramatic scenery, the drive is part of the experience. These are the kinds of roads where you feel the island’s geography change under you.

Stop 2 is Lagar de Chasna. This is your main tasting and food moment. The focus here is wine tasting, paired with a snack made from typical Canarian products.

What the wine part is like

You’ll enjoy wine tastings in the kind of setting that makes sense for the product: vineyards and traditional flavors. Because snacks are included, the tasting feels more like a meal experience than a rushed sip-and-go.

Wine can be a numbers game on tours. This one is better when you take it slow—start with the gentler pours, and give yourself time to compare styles. If you don’t drink much alcohol, you can still enjoy the food pairing and learn about the wines without turning it into a marathon.

About lunch expectations

Officially, lunch isn’t included. Still, the snack at Lagar de Chasna can be substantial enough that it often feels like a late morning meal by the time you’re finished. If you’re the type who needs a full sit-down lunch, you may want to plan a light post-tour bite.

Other Stops You May Encounter: Mencey de Chasna and an Aloe Vera End

One reason this tour gets mixed feedback is that the exact flow of the wine portion can vary. Some departures include more than one wine-related stop, and at least some days feature a first winery stop called Mencey de Chasna before arriving at Lagar de Chasna.

That variation shows up in the feedback. When the first winery visit is pleasant, it adds to the day because you get extra context and more tasting variety. When it’s awkward, the day can feel uneven.

There’s also mention of an aloe vera stop at the end that can feel more like a sales pitch and shop visit than a hands-on experience. If you’re the kind of traveler who prefers production-focused stops over retail, this is the part you should treat with caution.

Bottom line: the strongest part of the day is usually the banana farm plus the wine-and-food pairing at Lagar de Chasna. The extra stops are where expectations matter most.

Value for Money: Why $82.91 Can Make Sense Here

The price is $82.91 per person, and the value depends on what you compare it against.

This tour includes:

• Snacks
• Alcoholic beverages
• An air-conditioned vehicle
• An official guide accredited by the Government of the Canary Islands
• A banana farm ticket where admission is listed as free
• Wine stop admission listed as included

On paper, that’s the kind of package that can add up fast if you try to DIY it. Transport alone on Tenerife can cost real time and money, especially if you’re not renting a car. Then add guide-led tastings and food pairing, and you’re paying for structure.

The best part of the deal is the pairing: you’re not just drinking. You’re tasting alongside typical Canarian products, and you start the day with food culture on the banana farm.

When the value might feel weaker

If you mainly want wine, and you end up feeling that some stops are shop-heavy, the price can feel high compared to a straightforward winery-only day. The tour is designed as a broader tasting experience, not a pure cellar tour.

Who This Tour Suits Best (and Who Might Dislike It)

This is a good fit for you if you:

• Want a tasting-focused morning without planning transport
• Like food culture, especially gofio, banana products, and palm honey flavors
• Enjoy a mix of learning and tasting rather than only scenery or only wine

It may be less ideal if you:

• Dislike alcohol or would rather keep tastings minimal
• Hate any stop that feels like retail rather than experience (the aloe vera element is the one that comes up)
• Have kids in tow, since it’s not recommended for children

Also, because it’s a small-moderate group capped at 55, it’s not the kind of private tour where you get unlimited one-on-one time. If you want that, you’ll likely feel the pace.

Tips to Get More from the Tastings (Without Overdoing It)

This tour includes alcoholic beverages, so your best move is simple: set your pace. Take small sips, eat the snack as you go, and don’t let the timeline rush you.

A few practical tricks:

• Ask questions early at the banana stop. The banana-and-gofio story is the easiest part to understand in a farm setting.
• Save your favorite wine comparison for the main tasting at Lagar de Chasna. That’s typically where the day has the most “food plus wine” payoff.
• If you’re interested in taking wine home, plan for the fact that you may be offered opportunities to purchase after tastings. (Some tours include that option.)

Most importantly, give yourself a buffer in your schedule after the tour. Even if the ride is short, tasting days can make the rest of the day feel less flexible.

Final Verdict: Should You Book This Tenerife Tour?

I’d book this if you want a compact, guided way to experience Tenerife through banana production and Canarian tasting culture, then finish with a real wine-and-snack moment at Lagar de Chasna. The value is strongest when you appreciate both the food angle and the structured tastings.

I’d think twice if your top priority is a serious wine deep-dive with zero retail side stops. The day can include extra winery and even aloe-related shopping energy on some departures, so go in knowing it’s partly a product day, not only a cellar day.

If you like variety and you’re okay with a few minutes of commercial stops, this tour can deliver a memorable morning of flavor.

FAQ

FAQ

How long is the banana plantation and winery tour in Tenerife?

The tour runs about 4 to 5 hours.

What’s included in the price?

The tour includes snacks, alcoholic beverages, air-conditioned vehicle transport, and an official government-accredited guide. Admission for the banana experience is listed as free, and admission for the wine tasting stop is included.

Do I get pickup from my hotel?

Pickup is offered. You need to enter your accommodation during booking so the operator can confirm your pickup time and the nearest pickup point. Pickup areas listed include Los Cristianos to Costa Adeje/La Caleta (Tuesday).

What time does the tour start?

The tour starts at 8:00 am.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is listed as not included. You will have snacks and typical Canarian food as part of the tasting experience.

What if the weather is bad?

The tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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