transfers by taxis or public buses for each walk, to and from the hotel.
accommodation
staying in two small charming hotels, with breakfast included
3 walks
of approx. 8 ~12 Km. each to discover the most characteristic features of El Hierro
WALKS & ACCOMMODATION:
arrival in El Hierro
arrival transfer
1st night in Valverde > Hotel Boomerang
Mirador de Jinama - La Albarrada & El Garoé
walking distance: 12 Km
ascent: + 150 m
descent: – 600 m
2nd night in Valverde > Hotel Boomerang
Camino El Pinar to El Tacorón
walking distance: 8 Km
ascent: + 0 m
descent: – 825 m
3rd night in Los Llanillos > Hotel Geko
Sabinosa - Mirador de Bascos - Virgen de Los Reyes
walking distance: 10 Km
ascent: + 780 m
descent: – 370 m
4th night in Los Llanillos > Hotel Geko
departure day
transfer to the airport or extensión
This 5-day SMART trip can be extended to a week, with a rest day between each route.
Programme with EXTENSION to 1 week
4. Camino de Jinama - Mirador de La Peña
5. San Salvador - Mirador de Isora
with 4 nights hotel
Difficulty
This activity is for you if you usually do sports and have a good physical background; if you can walk steep slopes up and down and don’t have health problems; if you love nature, are environmentally friendly and are a regular hiker.
The island of El Hierro is one of the wonderful natural treasures our planet and a hiking paradise. Here you will find a varied range of vegetation & volcanic landscape combined with high mountains. All this has been declared an Atlantic Biosphere Reserve and it is an amazing destination for hiking in El Hierro. An Garden of Eden where we can walk through different climatic zones on a single route.
The coasts, the picturesque villages and the magnificent sunsets offer unique postcard motifs.
Lush forests of tree heath and gale trees, laurel forests, through which the cool trade winds pass with enough moisture to create a green oasis.
The starry sky over El Hierro, the vastness, the tranquillity and the scenic
contrasts are further characteristics of this small island in the Atlantic. The hospitality of the inhabitants also gives us a feeling of security.
Hiking through El Hierro old trails lead us across the changing geography of the island. Beautiful panoramas over the island await us at the edge of the gulf crater, certainly one of the highlights on our trip and a moment that will remain in our memories.
From the hotel, this circular route takes you up the trail PR EH 2.3 towards the Mirador de Jinama, through a lush forest of fayas and heather. The path converges with the GR131, a path that is also known as the "Camino de la Virgen" due to a pilgrimage that happens every four years.
The ascent takes us to the Mirador de Fireba, located 1,350 meters above the sea and part of an old volcanic crater. From there the view is great, enjoying an immense perspective towards the neighboring islands of Tenerife and La Palma.
After the well-deserved rest due to the exhausting ascent, a constant descent continues through the PR EH 2 trail, crossing the Hoya de Carboneros on its way back to Valverde. It is a circular route along a very panoramic path that evokes the movement of the ancient locals when they moved their cattle in search of the best pastures on the island.
12 km | + 150 m / - 600 m
+ Hotel Boomerang (or similar - Valverde)
3
Day 3
Camino El Pinar - El Tacorón
A short 20-minute taxi ride will take you to El Pinar where you can leave your luggage at the next accommodation. And today your route will take you through the impressive volcanic landscape of the south. It is a route in permanent descent from the southern and sunny town of El Pinar, located 800 meters above the sea.
After the obligatory coffee at the bar in the square, Calle La Paz heads downhill, converging with Calle La Hoya. And walking through these streets you will go through the magnificent volcanic environment around El Pinar, starting a permanent downhill that ends at El Tacorón Beach.
Next to this small paradisiacal-looking beach is the Devil's Cave, which is well worth a visit. After a well-deserved swim, the taxi will take you back to El Pinar.
8 km | + 0 m / - 825 m
+ Hotel Geko (or similar - Los Llanillos)
4
Day 4
Sabinosa - Virgin of Los Reyes Hermitage
Today the taxi will take you to the Hermitage of the Virgen de Los Reyes. An enclave in the west battered by heavy winds, and the starting point of a peculiar pilgrimage that takes place every 4 years. The twisted junipers of impossible shapes make up a magical setting along which the trail runs towards the Mirador de Bascos.
Once we reach the Mirador de Bascos, a spectacular perspective opens up over El Golfo, from West to East, with the island of La Palma silhouetted on the horizon. And under our feet, the idyllic town of Sabinosa.
Now the path zigzags along the cliff towards the sea, until reaching Sabinosa, the end point of this route. The transfer to Frontera will be by bus (line 12, every 3 hours) or by taxi.
10 km | + 780 m / 370 m
+ Hotel Geko (or similar - Los Llanillos)
5
Day 5
Departure
...Or possible EXTENSION of your stay in El Hierro up to 1 week, with two additional routes (see below):
Día 5
Rest day
5th night in Los Llanillos > Hotel Geko
Day 6 - Camino de Jinama - Mirador de la Peña
walking distance: 13,6 Km
ascent: + 919 m
descent: - 654 m
6th night in Los Llanillos > Hotel Geko
Day 7 - San Salvador - Mirador de Isora
walking distance: 11 Km
ascent: + 157 m
descent: - 635 m
7th night in Los Llanillos > Hotel Geko
Day 8 - departure
ownwards transfer to the airport of El Hierro
TOUR LOCATION
Our SMART programme is the perfect way to tour the most iconic hiking landmarks of the island. During 5 days and 4 nights you will discover the essence of El Hierro. We have carefully chosen the most characteristic routes, of medium complexity and with an approximate duration of 4 hours, through the most beautiful landscapes of El Hierro. Book your place now for a memorable hiking experience in one of the least inhabited islands of the Canary Islands and far away from the mass tourism...
This is a small family hotel located in the capital of the island, Valverde. It has a simple but comfortable appearance and is run by a friendly staff, who take great care of their guests, going out of their way to attend to their every need. Valverde, with a population of barely 5,000 inhabitants, is a quiet urban centre situated 600 metres above the sea on the eastern side of the island.
With only 17 well-appointed rooms, the Boomerang Hotel offers basic breakfast services in a cafeteria attached to the hotel.
All rooms have a private bathroom and television.
The setting is ideal for tackling the first route and enjoying a quiet urban atmosphere in the heart of El Hierro.
HOTEL GEKO
In the heart of El Golfo, on the north side of El Hierro, we find the quiet village of Los Llanillos, where the small Hotel Geko is located. It is a tiny but charming accommodation.
Its rooms, with wooden floors and ceilings in the purest traditional style, offer warmth and comfort in a family atmosphere. The proximity of the sea is omnipresent from every corner of the establishment.
The cave that was once a wine cellar has now been converted into a pleasant dining room for the hotel's guests. However, the usual setting for breakfast is the outdoor terrace.
Additional overnights
It is also possible to book some additional days, before or after the hiking week, or an additional week to relax.
Difficulty
To successfully achieve the 3 walks it is necessary a good physical condition, steady walk and lack of vertigo. According to the year season, temperatures can be extreme (hot and/or cold). Therefore, it is necessary to have suitable warm clothes permanently, to be removed as layers if necessary. Some parts of this trail include passages with slippery loose stone. Although most of this trail is roomy enough, certain sections are quite aerial and require caution. Using hiking poles is highly recommended.
Trails
The Canary Islands has a well signposted network of trails. All sections where from our tours are perfectly marked. In addition to the detailed map of El Hierro, you will get from us precise indications of each route and assistance from the hotline on your walks.
We recommend
Appropriate hiking clothing and sturdy footwear. During the tours, it is necessary to have food and drink enough, as well as sun protection, a cap, wind jacket and, in the winter months, warm clothing.
Luggage transfer
We move your luggage from one accommodation to next, so on your hikes you should only carry a backpack with the essentials of the day. For the whole trip, it is recommendable to use a single suitcase, not bigger than 20 kg.
You can book at any date!
Tenerife North Airport (TFN), is the convenient airport to connect with your local flight to the island of El Hierro (VDE). Although there are also connections to El Hierro from Gran Canaria (LPA) with BINTERor CANARYFLY. The jump between islands takes about 40-50 minutes.
but if your flight lands at Tenerife South Airport (TFS), you may prefer to combine it with a nice fast-ferry sea crossing (2,5 hours) from Los Cristianos harbour. Two different companies, FRED OLSENand NAVIERA ARMAS, provide regular connections between Tenerife and El Hierro.
Miguel
Travel organisation
Do you have any questions? I am happy to help you. I will answer any questions you may have!
Book early!! ...and get a 10% discount for bookings made 90 daysbefore the arrival date.
Book early!! ...and get a 10% discount for bookings made 90 daysbefore the arrival date.
PRICES: until 31st October 2025
540 € ▸ 486€ per person in double/twin room (2 persons)
| Single Suplement (room for single use)
(...and 3rd person): + 125 €
Solo Traveller (1 person): 945 € ▸ 850 €
PRICES: from 01st November 2025
595 € ▸ 535€ per person in double/twin room (2 persons)
| Single Suplement (room for single use)
(...and 3rd person): + 165 €
Solo Traveller (1 person): 1110 € ▸ 999 €
Any arrival date is possible - You decide your travel dates and when to start. However, we must first request availability to the accommodations.
Booking: With an initial payment of 150 € (per person), book now and guarantee your trip. We will confirm your reserve within 24 hours. But in the case of accommodations unavailability, we will refund the paid amount or propose alternative dates.
What does this programme include?
Accommodations - 4 nights in small charming hotel, B&B, 5 days
Informations - personalised information by video-talk (if desired) on your arrival day
informative material - maps to be picked up at the hotel reception, upon arrival
Descriptions & GPX Tracks - to follow the walks on your mobile device
+ Private transfers - all necessary luggage & person transfers for each walk, including arrival & departure day.
Support 24h - we keep permanently in touch with you throughout your stay to solve any problem or enquiry you may have
What is NOT included?
▸Flights or ferries to and from your home city to El Hierro are not included
▸Lunches & Dinners
Cancellation Policy
▸ Up to 14 days before the date of arrival, 100% refund.
▸Between 13 and 7 days before the arrival date, 50% refund, or free of charge dates change.
▸ Between 6 and 3 days before the arrival date, 25% refund, no date changes permitted.
▸48 hours before the arrival date, 0% refund, no date changes permitted.
self-guided ► hotel + breakfast included
self-guided ► hotel + breakfast included
8 days - INDEPENDENT hiking trip
Any arrival date is possible - You decide your travel dates and when to start. However, we must first request availability to the accommodations. 
Booking: With an initial payment of 150 € (per person), book now and guarantee your trip. We will confirm your reserve within 24 hours. But in the case of accommodations unavailability, we will refund the paid amount or propose alternative dates.
Accommodations - 4 nights in small charming hotel, B&B, 5 days 
Informations - personalised information by video-talk (if desired) on your arrival day 
informative material - maps to be picked up at the hotel reception, upon arrival 
Descriptions & GPX Tracks - to follow the walks on your mobile device 
+ 
Private transfers - all necessary luggage & person transfers for each walk, including arrival & departure day. 
Support 24h - we keep permanently in touch with you throughout your stay to solve any problem or enquiry you may have
