At approximately 990 m altitude, Pico del Inglés is one of the most visited viewpoints in the Anaga massif, classified as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. On clear days, the view extends over the entire Anaga peninsula, Santa Cruz, La Laguna and Teide. On exceptionally clear days, Gran Canaria can even be seen. When clouds accumulate below, the sea of clouds effect is striking.
The best time is early morning or late afternoon; mid-day clouds often cover the viewpoint. The final access road (TF-114, branching off from TF-12) is narrow and winding, drive slowly. There are no reliable restaurants on site (a kiosk may be open irregularly, often closed), bring water. For coffee or a meal, stop at Cruz del Carmen, on TF-12 before the TF-114 junction.
The phenomenon results from trade winds pushing humidity against Anaga's relief. Especially in summer, it often forms between 10am and 2pm, covering the coast with a white blanket while the viewpoint remains above, in the sun. Some days, clouds rise higher and cover everything: don't leave disappointed if that's the case, nature cannot be reserved.