La Palma: the flowering of the Roque, a spectacle of nature.

La Palma—the beautiful island—like the rest of the Canary Islands, is of volcanic origin. Despite this, its rich vegetation and the many contrasts in its landscapes set it apart from its more arid neighbors. In late May and early June, the island's highest peaks experience an explosion of color: many plant species bloom simultaneously, offering a magnificent spectacle, most notably the pink tajinaste, with its spectacular inflorescence reaching up to three meters in height

Hiking its coastal trails, reaching the peaks that exceed 2000 m, or descending among the lush vegetation of the giant laurel forest will allow us to discover a true paradise of hiking and nature.

Mountainous landscape with rocky peaks, vegetation, and flowers of different colors, including a giant pink and purple flower in the foreground. Pink Tajinaste in bloom on the summit of Roque de los Muchachos, La Palma Island, Canary Islands
Person with backpack and explorer's hat walking among yellow flowering bushes in a mountainous landscape outdoors under a clear sky. Summit of Roque de los Muchachos, La Palma Island, Canary Islands
A vibrantly colored butterfly perched on pink flowers in a natural setting.
Mountains and pine trees in a natural landscape with a clear sky. Caldera de Taburiente, La Palma
Volcanic mountain with yellow flora in the foreground, in a landscape of nature and rocky peaks. Summit of Roque de los Muchachos, La Palma Island, Canary Islands
Rocky coast with green cliffs and small houses on the slopes, views of the blue ocean with waves breaking on the shore on a clear day. North of the island of La Palma
Forest landscape with moss-covered trees, intertwined branches, and damp vegetation in a natural, rainy environment. Laurisilva, La Palma
A person walking along a rocky mountain path, using hiking gear and walking sticks, surrounded by clouds and a clear sky. Pico La Cruz, La Palma
Mountainous landscape with green trees and vegetation, mountains with tree-covered peaks and a clear sky, with a tree in the foreground on the right. Caldera de Taburiente, La Palma
La Deseada volcano, with rugged terrain and green trees in the foreground. La Palma, volcano route
Group of hikers trekking through a rocky canyon, with steep walls and a brown river below. La Palma
Two people hiking on the volcano route, La Palma

From May 31st to June 7th

8 days from €1,375 (flights included)

Confirmed starting from 5 people

Difficulty: 2/5

From 4 to 6 hours of walking per day. Between 300 and 800 m of positive elevation gain.

The pluses of this program

  • The flowering of the high Canary mountains, the pink tajinaste and other species.

  • The discovery of a preserved island declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO.

  • A diverse nature and spectacular landscapes.

  • Two comfortable accommodations with a pool. The second one is located on the beachfront.

A man with a backpack and hiking pole walks past a giant rock in a canyon setting with red walls and an orange-colored river. Limonero River, Caldera de Taburiente, La Palma

Program

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Program 〰️

  • ARRIVAL AT LA PALMA AIRPORT AND TRANSFER TO OUR FIRST HOTEL.

    Airport reception by your guide and transfer by private bus to the Hotel Romántica. Hotel in the north of the island, in the town of Barlovento.

    Program explanation by the guide.

    Transfer included from the port or airport to the hotel.

  • FROM BARLOVENTO TO LOS GALLEGOS. THE FORGOTTEN VILLAGES OF THE NORTH OF THE ISLAND.

    First, you come into contact with the rugged landscapes of the north and its groves of dragon trees, the sacred tree of the Guanches, the ancient and mysterious inhabitants of the island.

    Small villages perched high on the cliffs and separated by ravines, with surprising vegetation, are linked by an old bridle path, a remnant of a not-so-distant time when there were no roads on this forgotten side of the island. The vegetation reminds us that we are close to the tropics.

    Walk out of the hotel and return by private bus.

    3h15 walking time - 170m ascent and 375m descent

  • THE VOLCANO CRESTS AND THE PEAK OF ROQUE DE LOS MUCHACHOS.

    The entire northern half of La Palma is dominated by the imposing Caldera de Taburiente crater, one of the largest in the world. A national park since 1954, its rugged and spectacular topography lends itself to numerous hikes. Today we'll traverse its ridge to the island's highest point, El Roque de los Muchachos, at 2,426 meters, where the view is divided between the caldera floor to the south and the telescopes of El Roque, the leading stargazing complex in the entire Northern Hemisphere. We'll also enjoy the spectacle of the pink tajinaste flowers in bloom, along with many other plants such as the summit violet, the broom, and many more.

    3h30 walking time - 350m ascent and 80m descent

  • THE LAUREL FOREST AND THE NORTHERN CANYONS. THE WATER AND FAGUNDO RAVINES

    After a bus transfer we arrived at the municipality of Garafía, in the north of the island, perhaps the wildest part of La Palma.

    Our walk begins through a typical La Palma rainforest known as a Laurisilva. The path descends beneath the dense, green canopy of laurel branches at a height of over 20 meters: this is the path that follows the Barranco del Agua ravine and leads us to the village of Don Pedro.

    Here the landscape changes dramatically, leaving behind the giant laurel trees and entering the realm of euphorbias, agaves, and dragon trees—the sacred trees of the Guanches, the ancient inhabitants of the Canary Islands. Descending the Fagundo Ravine, we reach a wild cove accessible only on foot, and finally, we climb up to the village of El Tablado. The transformation of landscapes is the highlight of the day, from the verdant forest to the arid world of the coast and its ancient dragon trees.

    5 hours of walking, 960 m descent and 380 m ascent.

    Hotel change. Night in Los Cancajos, beachfront accommodation.

  • WHEN VOLCANOES SPEAK. THE TENEGUÍA AND THE SAN ANTONIO.

    Far to the south, the landscapes are stripped of vegetation, and lava flows remind us of the last eruptions of Teneguía. In 1971, the people of the nearest village, Fuencaliente, felt the earth tremble, and Roque Teneguía spewed enormous quantities of molten rock that, from its 438 meters of altitude, reached the sea... The smell of sulfur still lingers on the mountain.

    After a bus transfer, we set off on foot from the volcano's information center and, after a short climb, reached the summit of San Antonio to admire a view that opens up to the sea. Descending from San Antonio, the trail leads us towards Teneguía. Ochre and black hues alternate, and the smell of sulfur immerses us in the volcanic atmosphere. After Teneguía, we descend towards the deep blue expanse that surrounds the southern tip and the salt flats.

    The small beach next to the Fuencaliente Lighthouse is the end point of the walk, but the pleasure can be prolonged with a good swim in the warm waters of the Atlantic.

    3h15 walking time - 100m ascent and 660m descent

  • FORESTS AND RIVERS IN ONE OF THE LARGEST VOLCANIC CALDERAS ON THE PLANET. DESCENT OF THE BARRANCO DE LAS ANGUSTIAS.

    We'll leave the cars in the Los Llanos parking lot and take a taxi up to the Los Brecitos viewpoint, over 1000 meters above sea level. The hike allows us to discover the impressive Caldera de Taburiente crater from within. The landscape will feature rocky spires covered in Canary Island pines, high ridges shrouded in clouds, mountain streams, and gorges with their yellow or crystal-clear rivers—the only rivers in the Canary Islands!

    A breathtaking descent that often leads us to the riverbed and opens the door to the beautiful La Caldera National Park. Swimming in the river is possible.

    5 hours of walking. 1000 m descent and 200 m ascent.

  • THE VOLCANO ROUTE. A SPECTACLE OF CRATERS ON ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HIKES IN THE CANARY ISLANDS.

    A must-do hike in the Canary Islands. A beautiful route that begins at the Refugio del Pilar mountain refuge and, as it climbs to the 1,954-meter-highest point in southern La Palma, reveals stunning, entirely volcanic landscapes. On a clear day, the views of the east and west coasts are magnificent, and on the horizon, Tenerife and El Hierro appear like two mirages through the trade winds.

    5 hours of walking. 600m ascent and 900m descent.

  • TRANSFER TO THE PORT OR AIRPORT.

    Depending on your flight departure time, visit the charming island capital, Santa Cruz de La Palma. Airport transfer and departure.

Important information

  • Barlovento. 3 nights at the Romàntica Hotel. 3 stars with swimming pool.

    Los Cancajos. 4 nights in an Aparthotel with a pool facing the sea.

  • Picnics and dinners included. Picnics feature fresh, local produce (whenever possible) and are prepared by your guide.

    Dinners are served at the hotel, and two nights are spent at a restaurant. Excellent Canarian cuisine!

  • By private bus or in a comfortable van driven by the guide + a support taxi depending on the number of participants

  • By David Casajuana, mountain guide and naturalist with more than 20 trips to La Palma.

  • The hikes are between 3 and 5 hours long per day (one hike, on day 7, is slightly longer). All hikes are on well-maintained trails, except for a section along the riverbed—without a marked path—in the Barranco de las Angustias ravine, which presents no particular difficulties. A moderate to good level of fitness is necessary to complete the hikes comfortably and fully enjoy them. If you have any doubts about your ability, please don't hesitate to ask us when you register.

  • Between 5 and 14 people

  • We walked with only a light backpack containing the equipment for the day and the picnic.

    • travel bag or suitcase

    • backpack with a capacity of between 25 and 35 liters

    • trekking boots that support the ankles

    • 1.5 L or larger canteen

      picnic plate, cup and camping cutlery

    • Clothing suitable for walking, shorts and trousers, t-shirts, a thin fleece, a thick fleece or jacket, a waterproof and windproof jacket with a membrane (like Gore-tex or similar)

    • camera (not essential)

    • walking sticks (not essential but recommended)

    • Hat or cap

    • sunglasses

    • sunscreen

  • Valid national identity document or passport.

    We strongly recommend that you purchase travel, cancellation, accident and repatriation insurance.

Prices and conditions

PRICE FROM €1,375

Included in the price: Round-trip flight to La Palma. Accommodation with breakfast from day 2 to day 8 (7 nights) in a shared double room. 6 picnic lunches during the hikes. All meals from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 8. Transfers by private bus or van as mentioned in the program. Hiking guide. Tourist tax.

Not included in the price: Meals on day 1, except dinner. Meals on day 8, except breakfast. Drinks, personal expenses, tips, or any service not mentioned in the "included in price" section above. Insurance.

Conditions: 50% payment at the time of registration and the remainder 21 days before the departure date of the trip.

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