La Palma HIGHLIGHTS
Self-guided hiking week, ideal for discovering the diverse landscape of La Palma. You will discover the essence of the island through spectacular walking routes, such as the Caldera de Taburiente, the Bosque de Laureles and the Cumbre Vieja Volcanoes.
6 essential walks in 1 Week:
La Palma Highlights includes 7 nights in small charming accommodations, breakfast included + 6 self-guided breathtaking walks on each area of the island. All necessary transfers included to enjoy and discover the best of La Palma.
1.- Enchanted Forest
2.- The northern ravines
3.- Poris de Candelaria: the Pirates Cave
4.- The Caldera de Taburiente
5.- The Volcanoes Route
6.- Pico de La Cruz – El Paso
taxi or bus transfers
transfers to each tour, by taxi or public bus
accommodations
for your stay on La Palma, we have 3 little charming accommodations
What does this programme include?
- Accommodations – 3 different little accommodations through out your saty on La Palma, B&B
- Information – face-to-face and personalised information, on your arrival day
- Information material – maps to be picked up at the hotel reception, upon arrival
- GPX Tracs – to follow your tourss with your mobile device
- Taxi transfers – all necessary transfers for each route
- Support 24h – we keep permanently in touch with you throughout your stay to solve any problem or doubt you may have
Any arrival date is possible
You decide your travel dates and programme starting on La Palma Highlights.
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What is NOT included?
Cancellation Policy
Take out a Cancellation Insurance for your trip just for a few pounds and get a full refund of everything you would have paid, including your flights.
Any arrival date is suitable to walk La Palma HIGHLIGHTS program.
About La Palma
It is one of the most rugged in the world. With barely 724 square kilometres, it rises majestically to 2426 metres above the sea. Its central mountain range divides the island into two distinct parts. In the east, Monteverde abounds, and in the west, Mediterranean forests. La Palma has just suffered one of the most destructive eruptions in its history. The Cumbre Vieja is a mountain range with recent volcanism that divides the southern part of the island. It is here that some of the best routes on La Palma take place: the Ruta de Los Volcanes. But the new volcano arose at a lower elevation and devastated a wide swathe of extensively populated areas. The programme we propose here includes the 6 key routes, which take place in natural spaces and protected areas, unaffected by this eruption:
The best tours of La Palma
Laurel forest
Trail through the north-eastern ravines in Los Tilos. Undoubtedly one of the best routes on La Palma. A protected natural area of enormous botanical interest. Endemic species live and develop in a very humid environment. The landscape takes us back to the lush forests of the tertiary era. But fortunately the dinosaurs are missing.
The northern ravines
Over hundreds of thousands of years, erosion has carved deep ravines in the north of La Palma. The arrival of man brought civilisation. Following the course of the animals, the best passages were defined to establish paths between the ravines. And it was on the backs of these ravines that the incipient population settled. Today, walking along these ancient paths is one of the best routes on La Palma.
Poris de Candelaria
Also known as Cueva de Los Piratas, although it was never visited by pirates. El Porís de La Candelaria is located on the cliffs in the northwest. From the northern village of Tijarafe, an old royal road leads down to the sea. El Porís was a fishing enclave in ancient times. The cave houses contained inside the huge grotto give a picturesque view of this place. Swimming in the sea is only possible when the sea is calm. The path runs along the next ravine and ascends to El Jesús, on the opposite side.
Caldera de Taburiente
It is the heart of the island, not only because of its shape. It is situated in the very centre and was declared a National Park in 1954. La Caldera is a huge erosion crater. Its volcanic activity dates back to a very remote past. The walk inside the crater is one of the best routes on La Palma. It starts at 1050 metres above sea level and descends steadily until it reaches the ravine. The old tobacco farms are still tended by hermit dwellers. The high cliffs of La Caldera favour a favourable climate with little rainfall. However, abundant springs provide enough water for the whole Aridane Valley.
Great tour of the volcanoes in the south
In the south of the island we find a splendid volcanic landscape. San Antonio and Teneguía are two recent craters that can be explored on one of the best routes on La Palma. The original Ruta de Los Volcanes starts at Refugio del Pilar and ends in Fuencaliente. The great circuit through the southern volcanoes is the continuation of this route, which descends to the sea and returns to Fuencaliente.
Roque de los Muchachos
It is the highest point on La Palma. Several astronomical observatories have been set up around it. Along the ridges of the Roque we find the GR131, an extensive long-distance footpath of 84 km. And near the Roque de Los Muchachos we will find splendid viewpoints from where we can observe La Caldera and the whole island from a bird’s eye view, as well as La Gomera, El Teide and El Hierro. Without a doubt, walking parts of the GR131 is to walk along one of the best routes on La Palma.
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…or our guided WALKING TOURS, with daily departures from all hotel and well organised transfers
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4WD transferaccess permissionsAperitivoArrival transferBebidasbeveragesBicycle rentalBus transfersCable-carCar RentalCourtesy lunchfield telescopeGuideHalf board accommodationHAVEN hanging tentLocal flights + FerryLunchsnackTastingTransfer by shipTraslado en 4x4Two nights in a hotel
Our gallery
Pictures from the 6 tours
Day 1
Arrival to La Palma
Transfer to the hotel in Santa Cruz de La Palma and info meeting.
Accommodation + breakfast: Holiday Time
Day 2
The Laurel Forest
Taxi transfer to the begin of the walk The Laurel Forest in Los Tilos.
9 km | +620 m/-522 m
Accommodation + breakfast: La Palma Romantica
Day 3
The Northern Coast
Following the old Camino Real, nowadays signposted as GR 130, today's walk takes you from the same accommodation to the remote village of Franceses through spectacular ravines.
10 km | +643 m / -871 m
Accommodation + breakfast: La Palma Romantica
Day 4
The Pirate's Cave
The northwest is known for its dry climate and fabulous sunsets. Its vegetation also differs greatly from that of the eastern side of La Palma. And it is in this sunny environment where the route to the Pirate's Cave takes place.
12 km | +980 m / -940 m
Accommodation + breakfast: Benahoare
Day 5
Caldera de Taburiente
Today's walk takes you to the heart of the island. The Caldera de Taburiente National Park is a place steeped in history and geologically relevant. With a river that flows all year round, small waterfalls and cascades, pillow lavas that emerged from the deep sea and vertical walls with falls of up to 2000 metres. 16 km |+120 m / -720 m
Accommodation + breakfast: Benahoare
Day 6
The Volcanoes Route
From the Refugio del Pilar, at 1450 metres above sea level, the GR131 begins its ascent up the Cumbre Vieja. The path goes through beautiful pine woods, leaving behind some spectacular viewpoints to La Caldera. 17 km | + 600 m | - 1200 m
Accommodation + breakfast: Holiday Time
Day 7
Above the clouds
Today we climb to the top! Via a winding road, the driver will drop you off at Pico de la Cruz, 2,351 metres above the sea. From there you will walk along the GR 131 along the edge of La Caldera to El Paso. 19 km | +660 m / -1920 m
Accommodation + breakfast: Holiday Time
Day 8
Departure
Transfer to the airport for departure.TOUR LOCATION
Get to know the diverse landscape of La Palma over the course of a week. Discover the essence of the island with the La Palma Highlight programme through spectacular walking routes, such as the Caldera de Taburiente, the Bosque de Laureles and the Cumbre Vieja Volcanoes.
PRICES / SERVICES
- Price from: 775 € per person
- included:
- 7 nights accommodation with breakfast
- in/out Airport transfer
- 6 Hiking tours
- Taxi transfers and regular bus transfers
- Luggage transfer, maps and printed descriptions
- Meeting on arrival day
ACCOMMODATION
according to availability:Santa Cruz:
Holiday Time | El Galeon | Hotelito 27Barlovento:
La Palma RomanticaLos Llanos de Aridane:
Benahoare
Additional overnights
It is also possible to book some additional days, before or after the hiking week, or an additional week to relax.Difficulty
The hiking week is not suitable for vertigo sufferers. Some walks can be considered as strenuous and parts of some trails has narrow passages. Some sections can be slippery due to loose stones and/or wet parts, especially in rainy days. To join the hiking week and enjoy the tours, it is essential to be healthy and to have good physical condition.Trails
La Palma has a well signposted network of trails, over 1000 km long. All sections where from our tours are perfectly marked. In addition to the detailed map of La Palma, 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. We do offer wooden walking sticks for free.Singles
The program is suitable for single travelers, although it is subject to an additional charge.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!
Price do not include flights, dinners, and picnics. You can book at any date!
¡Important!
Before formalizing your booking accommodations availability must be requestedFLIGHTS
Because we know that flying to LA PALMA is not easy, we help you find the best options:
If you can't find a suitable direct flight, try flying to TENERIFE or to GRAN CANARIA. From there, you can easily reach LA PALMA by local flights or ferry.
Fly to LA PALMA (SPC) from Tenerife (TFN) or from Gran Canaria (LPA) with one of these local airlines:
... but if your flight lands at Tenerife South Airport (TFS), you may prefer to combine it with a nice fast-ferry sea crossing (3 hours) from Los Cristianos harbour with:
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Take out Cancellation Insurance for your trip for few Pounds and ensure you get a full refund of everything you paid, including your flights.
Valid in more than 35 different cases for health, legal, labour or extraordinary reasons.