The Orchid Gardens of Sitio Litre
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Port
Santa Cruz (Tenerife), Canary Islands, Spain
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$60
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Here's a relaxing way to enjoy one of the most peaceful settings in Tenerife -- the famous Orchid Gardens of Sitio Litre. Your tour begins with a scenic drive, heading towards the north of the island and through the Oratava Valley.
Stop for photos at the Humboldt Viewpoint, which offers lovely views stretching from Mount Teide to the coast of Puerto de la Cruz.
The highlight of your day will be the gardens.
The garden is designed to provide a quiet and welcoming atmosphere, rather than dramatic displays. Thoughtfully arranged plants highlight the natural beauty of their forms and colors, creating a peaceful setting that subtly changes with the seasons. Whether in bloom or not, the garden invites visitors to appreciate the simple yet varied appeal of orchids and companion plants, offering a charming, low-key space to enjoy. Seating is available within this modest garden for visitors' comfort, and bloom time varies annually, typically occurring in spring, depending on the plant species. For those looking to relax further.
Sitio Litre is a part of the essential history of Puerto de la Cruz. In fact, Agatha Christie and Alexander von Humboldt are among some of the facility's most distinguished visitors. A guide welcomes you and escorts you through the gardens so you can marvel at the colorful, showy blooms on display.
Afterward, relax in the tranquil café with some local refreshments before returning to the port.