Guided by passion, inspired by volcanic adventures

Trail & Trek Tenerife, based in the breathtaking high-altitude village of Vilaflor, offers expertly guided trail running and hiking adventures across Tenerife’s volcanic landscapes. Founded by Leanne Rive, a world-ranked ultra-distance trail runner and certified outdoor guide, our mission is to inspire connection, wellness, and awe through sustainable outdoor experiences. With a focus on safety, personalisation, and eco-conscious practices, we invite adventurers of all levels to explore iconic routes like Mount Teide and hidden forest trails, creating unforgettable memories in the heart of Tenerife’s wild beauty.

About Leanne Rive

Leanne Rive, the heart of Trail & Trek Tenerife, is a world-ranked ultra-distance trail runner and certified outdoor guide whose passion for Tenerife’s volcanic trails drives every adventure. With an ITRA competitive ranking, EREPS personal training certification, and advanced first aid qualifications, Leanne combines elite athletic experience with a deep commitment to safety and sustainability. Based in Vilaflor de Chasna, she crafts personalised, trail running and hiking experiences, sharing her love for the island’s rugged beauty and inspiring adventurers to connect with nature and thrive. Whether your outdoor experiences are just beginning, or you’re training at a professional level, Leanne has the experience and zeal to ensure every adventure is safe, inspiring, and tailored to your goals.

A smiling Leanne Rive with a colorful headband and purple jacket holding a map while on a hiking trail in a desert landscape, surrounded by two other hikers.
Leanne Rive trail running on a dirt mountain path with a scenic view of blue sky in Tenerife, mountains, and vegetation in the background. 
Leanne’s lifetime of earning health and fitness credentials and an extensive list of race achievements speak volumes about her expertise and passion for running, hiking and adventure.

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Leanne’s Qualifications

  • 1992 Gym Instructors Diploma International Examination Council.

  • 1993 Aerobic Exercise Teaching Diploma International Examination Council.

  • 2006 Level Two Fitness Instructing. Central YMCA Qualification.

  • 2007 Level Two Circuit Training. Central YMCA Qualification.

  • 2007 Level Three Advanced Gym Instructing. Central YMCA Qualification.

  • 2007 Level Three Fitness Assessments. Central YMCA Qualification.

  • 2008 Level Three Nutrition and Weight Management. Central YMCA Qualification.

  • 2008 Running Certificate. Central YMCA Qualification.

  • 2008 Level Three Training in Different Environments. Central YMCA Qualifications.

  • 2008 Level Three Business and Marketing. Central YMCA Qualifications.

  • 2008 Level Three Certificate in Personal Training. Central YMCA Qualification.

  • 2008 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Theory.

  • 2009 Level 1 Thump Boxing Instruction Certificate.

  • 2009 Advanced Thump Boxing Instruction Certificate.

  • 2010 Premier Power Club Training Certificate.

  • 2010 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Theory.

  • 2011 Premier Resistance Movement Training Certificate.

  • 2011 T R X Suspension Training Certificate.

  • 2012 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Theory.

  • 2012 Premier Equipment Core Certificate.

  • 2013 Premier Corrective Exercise Certificate.

  • 2013 Level 4 Masters in Lower Back Pain Management.

  • 2014 Vipr Training Certificate.

  • 2014 Kettlercise Instructor Course.

  • 2015 Kettlercise H Core. 

  • 2015 Exercise Referral Certificate.

  • 2015 Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes Certificate  

  • 2016 Basic Mat Pilates.

  • 2017 Intermediate Pilates.

  • 2017 Advanced Pilates.

  • 2018 Pre & Post Natal Pilates.

  • 2019 British Athletics Running Fitness Coach.

  • 2020 Life Coaching Diploma.

  • 2022 American Sports & Fitness Association Running Fitness Coaching.

  • 2023 Campus Kettlebell Training Certificate.

  • 2023 Campus T3 HIIT Training Certificate.

  • 2023 SMCE Massage Europe Qualification.

  • 2024 Monitor y Guía de Senderismo.

  • 2024 Máster en Coaching Deportivo.

  • 2024 Entrenador Especialista en Running y Trail Running.

  • 2025 BASP Outdoor Mountain First Aid.

  • 2025 MS1 Mountaineering Ireland.

  • 2025 MS2 Mountaineering Ireland.

Leanne’s Race History

  • 2011 Greenlight Round the Rock 48 miles, 1st lady,

  • 2012 Connemara International ultra Ireland 40 miles, 4th lady.

  • 2012 Oxfam Trailwalker 100km, only lady in mixed team, 1st civilian team, mixed team, and mixed team record to date.

  • 2013 Round Rotherham 50-mile, 6th lady.

  • 2013 Mozart 100km, Austria 2nd lady.

  • 2013 Cotswold Century 100-mile race, 3rd lady.

  • 2013 Endurance life CTS Dorset 33mile, 4th lady.

  • 2014 Five Islands Ultra multi day, 1st overall.

  • 2014 Greenlight Round the Rock 48 miles, 2nd lady.

  • 2014 Petzl Centurion SDW 100 miles, 5th lady.

  • 2015 Hoka Highland Fling, 53 miles ,2nd in over 40 age cat.

  • 2015 Petzl Centurion SDW 100 miles, 4th lady.

  • 2015 Eiger Ultra trail 100km, Switzerland.

  • 2015 Greenlight Round the Rock 48 miles, 2nd lady, PB.

  • 2016 Centurion SDW 50-mile, 3rd lady.

  • 2016 Centurion SDW 100 miles, 5th lady, BP.

  • 2016 Round the Rock 48 miles 1st lady.

  • 2016 Tor Des Geants 330km Italy single stage race.

  • 2017 Centurion SWD 100 miles 6th lady.

  • 2017 Round the Rock.1st lady, PB, fastest Jersey ladies time.

  • 2017 Tor Des Geants 300km, Italy.

  • 2017 Wendover woods 50 miles, 5th lady, 1st age cat.

  • 2018 Thames Trot 50 miles, 2nd lady, 1st age cat.

  • 2018 Transylvania 100km, Romania 12th lady, 2nd age cat.

  • 2018 Mozart 100km, Austria 8th lady, 2nd age cat.

  • 2018 Eiger 100km Switzerland, Race stopped and restarted, 13th lady.

  • 2018 Round the Rock. 1st Lady.  

  • 2018 Tor Des Geants Italian Alps 338km 2nd British Lady 14hrs PB

  • 2018 Jersey Marathon 1st Jersey lady, 1st age cat.

  • 2019 The Flitch Way 100km 1st lady, 3rd overall PB 9.29. 

  • 2019 Connemara International Ultra Ireland 3rd lady, 2nd age cat.  

  • 2019 The Thames Path 100m 4th lady, 3rd age cat, 19th Overall PB 19.01

  • 2019 Lavaredo Ultra Trail, Dolomites, Italy 100km 11th age cat.

  • 2019 Round the Rock 1st Lady.

  • 2019 Spartathlon Greece 10th lady overall.

  • 2019 Jersey Marathon 5th Lady, 1st age cat. 

  • 2019 CI 100km 1st lady, 3rd overall.

  • 2020 The Arc of Attrition 100 miles. Cornish coastline 3rd Lady overall.

  • 2021 The Hurtwood 50km.

  • 2022 The Arc of Attrition 100 miles. 7th lady finish.

  • 2022 Badwater 135. 42 hrs 51.

  • 2022 Centurion Autumn 100 20 hrs 35 mins.

  • 2022 The Bello Gallico. 1st Lady.

  • 2023 The Arc Of Attrition 100 miles.

  • 2023 Western States 100 miles.

  • 2024 Trail Fuentealta Vilaflor 30km. 1st age cat.

  • 2024 Transvulcania 73 km.

  • 2024 Bluetrail 110 km, 2nd age cat.

  • 2025 Jackpot Ultra USA Championships F.5th  W50.2nd.

  • 2025 Cami de Cavalls Menorca 100km.

  • 2025 GR20 Corsica 180km.

  • 2025 Sea To Sea Canary Islands 566km.