Caldera summits on your own
We will take you to Roque de Los Muchachos to walk on your own along the GR 131 along the Cumbres de La Caldera, with different routes available (consult options). From a simple version with a 1.5 hour walk to the most demanding option of 5.5 hours on foot. The decision to do one or the other option can be made on the spot. At any of the different pick-up points, our bus will be waiting for you to return to the hotel.

Transfer from Cancajos and Santa Cruz de La Palma
Depart from Santa Cruz: 09:00
Main road transfer: 55 minutes
Self guided hiking tour
Wednesday & Sunday
Hiking on the Caldera rim
This is a route that starts at Roque de Los Muchachos itself and can be undertaken in several different ways without the need to know in advance which one you prefer to do.
One option is to walk along the GR 131 east direction, crossing the observatories, Pared de Roberto and Degollada de Franceses view point. Up to this point you will have covered a distance of just 3 km, with low gradients.
Another option is to follow the GR 131 to Pico de La Cruz, finishing the route after 6 km and approximately 3.5 hours of walking.
The other possibility would be to continue to Pico de La Nieve, with a total distance of 12 km, 5.5 hours walking and steeper slopes.
The decision to do one route or the other can be made on the spot and at any of these points we will pick up the hikers for the return journey.
Self guided Tour
- We will take you from Los Cancajos or Santa Cruz de La Palma to the starting point of the route.
- PRICE per person: 21 €
More than 14 people? Contact us directly for group rates.
The transfer to “Roque de Los Muchachos”
From Los Cancajos or Santa Cruz de La Palma, the transfer to the starting point of this route takes approximately 55 minutes. The winding road climbs slowly towards the Roque de Los Muchachos, crossing up to 4 levels of vegetation. The bus continues to the highest point of La Palma (2.426 m) where the Roque de Los Muchachos is located.
Towards the Pico de La Nieve
Together with Roque de Los Muchachos (2426 m.) and Pico de La Cruz (2351 m.), Pico de La Nieve (2232 m.) is the third highest peak on La Palma. And when there is snow on the summits, this is a snowy peak that can be seen from any point of La Palma (except from the south). Hence its name.
The peaks of La Caldera
Mirca, 2 km from Santa Cruz, is the crossroads where the bus goes towards El Roque. From there it’s all hairpin bends and a road that climbs up to the Roque de Los Muchachos (2,426 m), crossing up to 4 levels of vegetation.
The GR 131 trail will take you along the edge of La Caldera de Taburiente in the direction of Pico de La Cruz, in a gentle up and down, leaving behind the various observatories. After 3.5 hours of walking you can end this route at the Pico de La Cruz (2,351 m) or continue for an additional 2 hours to the Pico de La Nieve (2,239 m), descending along the PR LP 3 to the car park.
Departure place :
Pick up in Santa Cruz de La Palma (check pick up point and time in the booking calendar)
total climbs :
- Until Pico de La Cruz + 155 mts
- Until Pico de La Nieve + 590 mts
total drops :
- Until Pico de La Cruz – 415 mts
- Until Pico de La Nieve – 990 mts
Walking time :
- Until Pico de La Cruz 3,5 h
- Until Pico de La Nieve 5,5 h
Walking distance :
- Until Pico de La Cruz 6,5 Km
- Until Pico de La Nieve 12 Km
Important !
We recommend suitable hiking clothing and sturdy footwear. During the routes, it is necessary to have enough food and drink, as well as sun protection, cap, light windbreaker and warm clothing in the winter months.
Unexpected changes
Due to weather conditions or unforeseen issues, there may be changes to the tour itinerary. You will be informed as soon as possible.
Further questions ?
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail or telephone:
+34 922 433 001
We will be happy to help you and answer any questions you may have!
Do you better want to do this walk in a guided group?
…and walk together with friendly people enjoying the guide knowledges
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Destination
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Departure Time
08:30 -
Dress Code
Comfortable clothing / sturdy shoes -
Included
Bus transfers -
Not Included
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TOUR LOCATION
Transfer to Roque de Los Muchachos for your hiking route to the peaks of La Caldera - Return from Pico de La Cruz (after 3.5 hours on foot) or from Pico de La Nieve (after 5.5 hours walking).
1st Type on calendar the day of your tour
2nd Type the number of participants
3rd Select the pick-up place
More than 14 people? Contact us directly for group rates.