La Palma GR131
Extraordinary 3-day hike over the highest peaks of La Palma!
NATOUR
NATOUR TRAVEL S.L.
Avenida Marítima 29
38700 S/C de La Palma
La Palma – Islas Canarias
I-AV-0000598.3
The Bastón (walking stick), this is the name of the high-altitude hiking trail GR131 on La Palma. A sensational, challenging hiking route in 3 daily stages. Experience the volcanoes of Cumbre Vieja, the crest of Cumbre Nueva and the crater rim of Caldera de Taburiente with your 7 peaks in a subalpine landscape. At the same time we will organize for you the transfer to the starting point and pick up at the end of the day tour.
You will stay comfortably in a small hotel in Santa Cruz and during the day you will enjoy the unique views on your hikes.
Arrival for this program is possible at any time.
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La Palma
Hiking trip La Palma – Program overview
We organize your accommodation, cab transfers and are at your side with advice and support. This is what awaits you on your hiking trip with the La Palma GR131 program:
Day 1: Arrival on La Palma with your flight. Transfer to the hotel in Santa Cruz de La Palma. Info meeting in the early evening to give you all the necessary information and material.
Day 2: Taxi transfer to the southern tip and starting point of the GR131. At the salt pans you start the hike steadily uphill. The youngest volcano, the Teneguia and the volcano San Antonio you will experience until you reach the village of Fuencaliente. Continue on the volcano route towards Volcano Martín and to the highest elevation on this day, the Deseadas at 1949m. Magnificent views over the west and east sides. In front of you the view of the National Park. The trail continues past Duraznero Volcano and Hoyo Negro to Refugio el Pilar. Taxi transfer to the hotel.
Day 3: Taxi transfer to the Refugio el Pilar. You start leisurely with the hike over the Cumbre Nueva to the Reventón. From there the ascent to the crater rim of the caldera begins. It goes up to Pico Ovejas, Pico Corralejo, Pico de la Sabina and past the Refugio Punta del Roque to Pico la Nieve, Pico la Cruz to the observatories and the highest point of La Palma, the Roque de los Muchachos at 2426m. Spectacular views inside the crater accompany this excellent hike on this day. Taxi transfer to the hotel.
Day 4: Taxi transfer to Roque de los Muchachos. Today starts at the highest point. It goes downhill along the crater rim. The view goes over the south with the hikes already done. In constant alternation with steeper and more comfortable passages it goes continuously downhill to the Torre de Time and El Time. The last part goes down to the Puerto of Tazacorte. Taxi transfer to the hotel.
Day 5: Drive to the airport – Departure or extension
NOTE: These 3 day hikes are only for experienced hikers.
Tip: Extension by 2 rest days between the hikes – 2 additional nights on request.
Difficulty
We classify the La Palma Gr131 hiking trip as demanding. Good physical condition and surefootedness are required to enjoy this trip. The trip is not suitable for people with fear of heights. Partly the hiking trail runs along narrow paths, some of them unpaved. On some sections you will also walk over loose rocks or slippery passages in wet weather.
Prices
from 398 € /person
The price includes:
- 4 nights in hotel with breakfast
- Taxi transfer airport
- 3 hikes on the GR131
- Taxi transfers
- Information material and hiking map
- Personal info talk on the day of arrival
The flight, dinner or daily meals for the hikes are not included in the price.
Price per person in double room: 398 Euro.
Price per person in single room: + 185 Euro supplement.
Additional nights You can book additional nights to the La Palma GR131 program, no matter if at the beginning in the middle or at the end. It would also be possible to book an additional week to relax. Solo travelers The trip is suitable for solo travelers, there is a surcharge.
The arrival for this program is every time possible!
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Hiking trails
La Palma has a well signposted road network of about 1000 km. Most sections of the hikes are signposted. You will receive directions from us as well as a good hiking map.
… important to know!
Suitable clothing and sturdy hiking boots are recommended. Take your food and drinks with you, as well as sunscreen, headgear, light wind / rain jacket and warm clothing during the winter months.
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