Guided Tour Montesdeoca Cheese Factory – Cheese and Wine Tasting

The best part of the Montesdeoca visit is that you see cheese made by hand, not just slices arranged on a plate. You can watch the cheesemakers at work, learn about feeding and milking the goats, and finish with a generous cheese tasting paired with wine and local jams.

I like the family-farm setting and the chance to meet the goats and sheep. I also like the guide-led story of how the business has grown, including the family’s plans for the future. The main drawback is the price if you only want a quick taste and a look at the animals, since the visit lasts about an hour and transport is not included.

Key points to know before booking

• Hand-made cheese production: Watch the master cheesemakers follow the daily steps of making cheese by hand.
• Goat-farm access: See the farm routine, including the care, feeding, and milking of the animals.
• Cheese, wine, and extras: The tasting includes cheese and wine, with local jams and condiments also featured.
• Family-led visit: Guides named Alberto and Adriana have been connected with the tour, sharing the family business story and future plans.
• Small time commitment: The visit takes about one hour and begins and ends at Quesería Montesdeoca.
• Shop stop included: You can browse a wide selection of farm cheeses after the tasting and buy products at additional cost.

Why this short farm visit feels more personal

Tenerife is known for beaches, volcanic scenery, and resort towns, but the island also has a working rural side. Quesería Montesdeoca gives you a brief look at that side through the daily work of a cheese-making family near Adeje.

This is not a long agricultural tour. You will spend about an hour at the farm, following the cheese-making process and learning how the animals fit into the business. That short format works well if you want a local food experience without giving up most of your day.

The visit is guided in English, and the group can include up to 30 people. That is large enough to create a lively visit but still limited compared with a major sightseeing attraction. Your experience will depend partly on the pace of the group and how much time the guide has to answer questions.

The tour is offered by VIMOTIONS, but the visit itself takes place at Quesería Montesdeoca. You meet at Km 44 on the TF-82 in Tijoco Bajo, Adeje, and return to that same meeting point at the end.

Meeting the goats and seeing farm work

The tour begins with the farm itself. You have the chance to observe the goats and sheep and learn about the work that keeps the operation running. Feeding and milking are part of the daily routine described for the visit, giving you a useful sense of what sits behind each wheel or piece of cheese.

That matters because the tasting is not separated from production. You are not simply sampling a finished food with no idea where it came from. The animals, the milking, the hands-on work, and the final product are all part of one small business.

The farm has an unassuming exterior, so do not expect a polished visitor center or a large industrial attraction. That plain setting can be part of the appeal. You are visiting a working family farm rather than a staged food show.

You may also hear about the different animals kept on the farm. The visit has included information about goats and sheep, and the farm setting gives the guide a natural way to explain how the operation works. If you are interested in local food systems, this section may be more valuable than the tasting itself.

Families with children may find the animals an easy way to hold their attention. Food lovers will likely appreciate the connection between animal care and cheese production. If you have little interest in farms or the making of food, however, the first part may feel brief and basic.

Watching cheese being made by hand

The central part of the visit follows the steps of cheese making. You can watch the master cheesemakers work by hand and see how a small producer turns farm ingredients into finished cheeses.

The exact production sequence can vary with the day’s work, so you should think of this as an active look at the process rather than a guaranteed full demonstration from start to finish. Still, seeing experts work in their own production space helps explain why artisanal cheese costs more than a basic supermarket product.

This is also where the tour earns much of its value. A tasting alone can be pleasant, but it tells you only what the cheese tastes like. Watching the process gives you a better sense of the labor, timing, and care involved before the cheese reaches the shop.

The family business story adds another layer. Adriana has led visits that covered the company’s background, its development in recent years, and plans for future projects. Alberto has also been praised for giving an informative, engaging tour. Since the guide may vary, you should not book on the assumption that one specific person will lead your visit, but both names are associated with the strongest guide experiences described for this activity.

The English-language format is useful if you do not speak Spanish. You can follow the explanation while watching the work, and the hands-on setting gives you something concrete to understand even if technical cheese-making terms are new to you.

The tasting: cheese first, wine alongside

The tasting is the reward at the end of the visit, and it appears to be generous rather than token. You can expect several cheese samples and wine, with local jams and condiments adding sweetness, acidity, or spice to the plate.

That last point is worth noting. The condiments are not just decoration. Pairing cheese with jams and other local products helps you compare how the same cheese changes with different flavors. It also makes the tasting feel more like a small food experience than a sample handed across a counter.

The activity description calls the tasting fun, and the available details support that. You get the chance to taste the products after seeing how they are made, which creates a clear beginning, middle, and end to the visit.

Wine is included in the cheese and wine tasting. One account also notes wine being available on request, so if you have a particular preference, it is sensible to ask the guide rather than assume a specific wine style will be served.

The amount of cheese seems to be one of the stronger features of the experience. You should not expect a full meal, but the tasting may feel substantial for a one-hour activity. If you are especially hungry, remember that the official experience is a tasting, not a restaurant lunch.

The cheese selection can change. Do not expect every variety to be available on every date, since a farm shop depends on its own production. That uncertainty is normal for a working producer and can be part of the charm, but it also means the tasting menu is not as fixed as a formal restaurant menu.

The farm shop and what you can buy

The visit ends back at the meeting point, with access to the farm shop. This is a useful final stop because you can buy the cheeses you have just tasted, along with other products available that day.

The shop has been described as offering a wide selection of cheeses. Jams and condiments may also be available, giving you the chance to recreate some of the pairings at home. Prices for the products themselves have been described as reasonable, though the tour price and shop prices are separate.

You do not need to buy anything to complete the activity. Still, the shop gives the experience a practical finish. Instead of taking only a memory home, you can purchase a local food product that travels more easily than many Tenerife souvenirs.

If you are trying to judge value, include the shop in your thinking but do not count future purchases as part of the $35.74 tour price. The listed price covers the guided visit and cheese and wine tasting. Anything bought in the shop costs extra.

Is $35.74 a fair price?

At $35.74 per person, this is not the cheapest way to eat cheese in Tenerife. If your only goal is to sample a few local products, you may feel that you could simply visit the shop and spend less. One negative assessment made exactly that point, arguing that the tour felt expensive for seeing the animals and having a small wine tasting.

That criticism is worth taking seriously. The experience lasts only about one hour, transport is not included, and the farm setting is modest. You need to make your own way to Tijoco Bajo, so the total cost includes both the ticket and whatever transport you use to reach the meeting point.

The price makes more sense if you value the guided part. You are paying for access to the working farm, an explanation of the cheese-making process, information about the family business, and a tasting with wine, jams, and condiments. The tour is not simply a shop visit with food samples.

I would book it for the story and the process, not just for the quantity of cheese. If you want to understand how a local producer works, the price is easier to justify. If you already plan to shop for cheese and do not care about production, going directly to the shop may be better value.

The included tasting also helps. A similar food experience at a restaurant could cost a fair amount, but the comparison is not exact because the farm visit includes the animals and production setting. Your personal value calculation will depend on how much you enjoy that behind-the-scenes element.

Getting there and planning your visit

The meeting point is Quesería Montesdeoca S.L., Km 44 TF-82, Tijoco Bajo, 38677 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. The tour does not include transfer service, so you need to arrange your own way there.

That detail matters more than it may seem. A one-hour activity can become a larger half-day plan once you add the journey to and from the farm. Check your route and allow enough time to arrive at the stated meeting point, especially if you are combining the visit with other stops around Adeje.

The activity starts and ends at the cheese factory. There is no separate drop-off point, and the booking information does not promise hotel pickup. A mobile ticket is accepted, and confirmation is sent at the time of booking.

The experience is offered in English. The maximum group size is 30 people, so ask yourself how much personal attention you need. A group of that size can work well for a straightforward farm explanation, though it may feel less intimate than a private visit.

Good weather is required. If poor weather cancels the activity, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded or accepted.

Who will enjoy Montesdeoca most?

I would recommend this tour to you if you like local food, working farms, and short cultural visits. It suits people who want something beyond Tenerife’s main resort attractions but do not want to commit to a long excursion.

Families may enjoy the goats and sheep, while couples and food-focused visitors may prefer the tasting and shop. It also works for anyone curious about small-scale production and the people behind a regional product.

The tour is less suitable if you need hotel transport, want a long farm day, or expect a highly polished museum-style presentation. It is also not the best choice if you dislike animal settings or are looking only for a large meal.

The maximum of 30 people means you should keep expectations sensible. The tour can still feel friendly and personal, especially with a strong guide, but it is not necessarily a private conversation with the cheesemaker.

My booking advice

Book the Montesdeoca visit if you want a compact, food-focused look at Tenerife’s rural life. The strongest reasons are the hand-made production, the animals, the family story shared by guides such as Alberto and Adriana, and the tasting with cheese, wine, jams, and condiments.

Skip it if you only want inexpensive cheese or if reaching Tijoco Bajo is inconvenient. In that case, the farm shop alone may meet your needs at a lower cost. For everyone else, $35.74 is a reasonable price for a guided look at a working cheese farm, provided you value the experience behind the food as much as the food itself.

FAQ

Where does the Montesdeoca cheese tour take place?

The tour takes place at Quesería Montesdeoca S.L., Km 44 TF-82, Tijoco Bajo, 38677 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

How long does the experience last?

The guided visit and tasting last approximately one hour.

What language is the tour offered in?

The activity is offered in English.

Is transportation included?

No. Transfer service is not included, so you must make your own way to the cheese factory.

Does the tour include cheese and wine?

Yes. Cheese and wine tasting is included in the experience.

Can I see how the cheese is made?

Yes. The visit includes watching the master cheesemakers follow the steps of making cheese by hand.

Will I see the farm animals?

The visit includes the chance to observe the farm’s goats and sheep, along with daily work such as feeding and milking the goats.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity ends back at the Quesería Montesdeoca meeting point.

How many people can join the tour?

The activity has a maximum group size of 30 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you are offered a different date or a full refund.