Tenerife: Silent Disco Walking Tour “Mustang Sally’s”

Fanabe gets a very unusual walking tour here: you dance down the beach front while only your group can hear the music, instructions, and theme songs. To everyone else, you may look like a cheerful flash mob with excellent confidence and questionable choreography. The tour was created for the Edinburgh Fringe, and its mix of pop hits, group singing, and public silliness is the whole point.

I like the instant social side of this experience. You are not simply wearing headphones and following a guide. You are encouraged to sing, move, and laugh with the people around you, and the reserved seats at Mustang Sally’s give the hour a clear finish. I also like the low time commitment: at one hour and $26 per person, it can fit neatly into an evening without taking over your day.

The main consideration is simple: this tour asks you to be seen. If dancing in front of beach restaurants or singing near cafes sounds painful, the joke may wear thin quickly. The English-only format also matters, though the music and gestures do much of the work.

Key points to know before you book

• Fanabe becomes your dance floor: The route takes you along the beach front and through nearby streets, bars, and restaurants.
• You hear the show through advanced headphones: Music, instructions, theme songs, and familiar hits play directly to your group.
• Jenni and Chris have earned special praise: They led one particularly memorable outing, with singing, dancing, and birthday-celebration energy from start to finish.
• The public is part of the entertainment: People at cafes and bars may watch as your group performs a mystery musical procession.
• Mustang Sally’s adds value after the walk: Your booking includes reserved seating and 10% off food orders after the tour.
• You need comfortable clothes and shoes: This is an active hour, not a sit-down audio walk.

What this Fanabe experience really is

This is not a sightseeing tour in the usual sense. You will not spend the hour listening to long explanations about Tenerife or stopping for detailed talks about buildings. Instead, your host leads you through Fanabe while the headphones tell you when to sing, dance, and join in.

The music includes theme songs and popular hits from across the decades. The exact playlist is not supplied, so you should think of the soundtrack as a changing mix rather than a fixed concert program. The headphones let the host control the action while keeping the music private to the group.

That private soundtrack creates the oddest and funniest part of the outing. You know why you are suddenly dancing. People sitting in restaurants do not. As you pass, they see a group moving together, laughing, and singing without an obvious source of music.

I like this setup because it removes some of the pressure of performing. You are not alone in the street, and you are not expected to produce a polished routine. The whole group is in on the joke. Still, you should be ready to join in rather than hang back for the entire hour.

Starting near the Fanabe beach front

You meet the host and your silent disco group at the stated starting point in the Fanabe area. One outing began outside Mister Sister, although you should check the exact meeting details for your own date because the supplied information also ties the experience to Mustang Sally’s.

From there, the group heads into the famous streets around Fanabe beach. The setting matters. This is a public, open-air route with cafes, bars, restaurants, and people enjoying an evening out. You are not dancing in a private studio, so the surroundings become part of the show.

The first few minutes may feel slightly awkward. That is normal for this type of activity. Once the headphones start sending instructions and music to the group, the awkwardness becomes the joke. You may find yourself singing a familiar chorus or copying a dance move before you have had time to think about it.

The guides are there to keep the pace moving and help the group stay together. Jenni and Chris received especially warm praise for making the experience feel well run, lively, and easy to join. Their role is not only to lead the route, but also to set the tone. A confident host makes it much easier for a shy person to take the first step.

Dancing past cafes, bars, and restaurants

The route takes you along the beach front and through surrounding streets, passing landmarks and places where people are eating and drinking. You will also serenade people in cafes and bars, so the public becomes an unplanned audience.

That can be a real highlight if you enjoy playful attention. The people watching may look puzzled, amused, or simply curious as your group passes. The private audio makes their confusion part of the fun. You hear the same song and instructions, while everyone outside the group sees only the result.

I would not book this expecting a quiet walk with occasional music. The activity is built around visible participation. You may sing loudly, perform simple dance moves, and laugh at the strange sight of a group acting as one unit. The description makes clear that total silliness is not a side effect. It is the main attraction.

The public setting also gives the tour a local holiday feel. You are not only consuming entertainment inside a venue. You are taking over a small slice of the resort streets for an hour, then returning to the restaurant setting at the end.

What happens through the headphones

The advanced silent disco headphones are the key piece of equipment. They carry the music and the host’s instructions, allowing the group to hear the same soundtrack without sending it across the street.

You can expect a mixture of theme songs and familiar hits from different decades. That broad music choice helps the activity work for mixed-age groups and friends who do not share the same taste in music. You may know some songs well, while others simply give you a beat to follow.

The headphones also make the group feel connected. Everyone receives the same prompts, so you can see the dance grow from a few hesitant movements into a shared routine. This is why I would bring comfortable shoes and clothes. You are walking, standing, singing, and moving for the full hour.

There is an audio guide in English as well as a live English-speaking host. The information supplied does not promise other languages, so English is the safe choice for understanding every instruction. Music-based activities can still be enjoyable with limited English, but the jokes and spoken directions may not land as clearly.

The Mustang Sally’s finish

The tour includes reserved seating at Mustang Sally’s, which gives the experience a useful final stop rather than an abrupt ending on the street. You can sit down after the dancing and continue the evening in the same social setting.

You also receive 10% off food orders after the tour. That discount does not mean your meal is included, so budget separately for anything you choose to eat. Still, it adds value, especially if you already planned to have food after the activity.

The restaurant finish works well for birthdays, groups of friends, and anyone looking for a warm-up before a longer evening out. One particularly happy outing was used to celebrate a friend’s birthday, and the group found the tour worth the money as part of that occasion.

I would treat the food offer as a bonus, not the main reason to book. The actual product is the guided musical walk. The reserved seats and discount simply make the hour easier to build into your night.

Is $26 a fair price?

At $26 per person, the cost is higher than a simple self-guided walk but reasonable for a hosted, equipment-based group activity. Your fee covers the guide, advanced headphones, the organized route, reserved seating, and the food discount.

The value depends heavily on your attitude. If you join in fully, you are paying for an hour of live group entertainment, not just transport between sights. The experience can also help a group of friends loosen up and spend time together without planning a complicated evening.

If you dislike public performance, the value drops quickly. You may spend the hour watching others dance while feeling uncomfortable, and no discount can fix that. The price is easiest to justify for people who see laughter and shared embarrassment as part of a good holiday.

The short duration is another plus. You can fit this into a day at the beach or an evening in Fanabe without giving up half a day. Check the available start times before planning dinner, since the exact schedule varies.

Who will enjoy it most

I would recommend this for friends, birthday groups, couples who enjoy playful activities, and solo visitors who are happy to meet people through a shared joke. The high rating of 4.8 from eight ratings fits the type of experience this is: small details such as the host’s energy and your group’s willingness to join in can shape the whole hour.

Families may enjoy it if everyone is comfortable singing and dancing in public, but the supplied details do not give a minimum age. Check the booking information for your date if age is important to your plans.

It is also a good choice for people who have already spent time on more traditional Tenerife tours. You will not get a serious cultural talk or a long list of landmarks here. You will get a memorable change of pace and a chance to see the Fanabe beach area from the middle of a moving musical group.

People with mobility needs should note that the activity is wheelchair accessible. You will still be moving through public streets for an hour, so it is sensible to confirm any specific access needs when booking.

Practical ways to prepare

Wear comfortable shoes. The tour involves walking and dancing, and hard or poorly fitting footwear could make the hour less enjoyable.

Choose clothes that allow easy movement. You do not need a costume or special equipment. Your host supplies the headphones, and the activity provides the music and instructions.

Arrive ready to participate from the start. The best moments come when the group sings together, responds to the host, and accepts that people nearby will watch. You do not need professional dance skills. In fact, the charm comes from ordinary people trying their best.

Keep your evening plans flexible around the one-hour start time. The activity has different possible starting times, and availability needs to be checked for your chosen date. Afterward, you can use the reserved seating at Mustang Sally’s and decide if you want to order food with the 10% discount.

What the ratings suggest about the experience

The strongest praise centers on joy, laughter, group energy, and the quality of the hosts. One account describes the atmosphere as electric as the group danced past beach restaurants and made new friends. Another calls the tour well run and recommends doing it again.

Jenni and Chris are named as especially good hosts during one outing. The group sang, joined in, and used the activity as a birthday celebration. That detail matters because a silent disco can feel flat with weak direction. Here, the host’s energy is a major part of the value.

The ratings are based on only eight reviews, so I would not treat the 4.8 score as a guarantee for every group. Your enjoyment will depend on the mix of people on your date, the host leading it, and your own willingness to be silly in public.

Still, the repeated themes are clear: the activity is fun when you participate, the leaders help keep it moving, and the social side is as important as the music.

Should you book the Mustang Sally’s silent disco?

Book it if you want an unusual Fanabe evening built around music, laughter, and public group energy. The one-hour format, reserved seating, and 10% food discount make it easy to add to a night out, while the guides and headphones give the activity more shape than simply dancing with friends.

Skip it if you want a quiet cultural tour, detailed commentary, or a private experience. You will be visible, you will be asked to sing and dance, and English is the operating language.

For the right person, $26 buys a memorable hour and a story you can carry into the rest of your holiday. Bring comfortable shoes, leave your dignity at the meeting point, and be ready to discover that Fanabe’s beach front makes a fine temporary stage.

FAQ

How long does the silent disco walking tour last?

The tour lasts one hour.

Where does the tour take place?

It takes place around Fanabe in Tenerife, including the beach front and surrounding streets, bars, and restaurants.

What language is the tour in?

The live tour guide and audio guide are in English.

What is included in the price?

The price includes advanced silent disco headphones, a tour host, reserved seating at Mustang Sally’s, and 10% off food orders after the tour.

Is food included?

Food is not listed as included. You receive 10% off food orders after the tour.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable shoes and comfortable clothes because the activity includes walking and dancing.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is wheelchair accessible.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Do I have to pay when I book?

The reserve-now, pay-later option lets you book your place without paying at the time of booking.