La Palma
About La Palma
Visit the most north-western island of the Canary islands, La Palma! Explore the fifth largest island in the Canary chain hiking the volcanic landscapes of Caldera de Taburiente National Park to reach its highest peak or travel through the gorges of Los Tilos. Take a dip in the refreshing waters and discover the coastlines caves on a relaxing boat excursion.
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Roque de Los Muchachos and sunset hiking tour with transfer
Blessed with almost made-for-Instagram scenery, La Palma is the perfect place for photography fans. We'll drive to the island's highest point at Roque de Los Muchachos – 2,426 metres up, before trekking down into the forest-covered depths of Caldera Taburiente crater. You'll end the walk at Pico de la Cruz watching a dazzling sunset.
8 Hours
$ 52.00
Full-day guided bus tour to El Porís de Candelaria
Take a journey through western La Palma to see a village hidden inside a cave. Along the way, you'll stop for a coffee break at El Time, a viewpoint overlooking the Aridane Valley. Then, you'll continue to El Poris de Candelaria, a small village inside a 50-metre-high cave. Here, there's a 10-minute walk down to the coast, past the white-painted houses built by locals to escape the summer heat. The calmer waters at this part of the island are where the fishing boats were docked over 100 years ago.
8 Hours
$ 58.00
Flipper Whale Watching Afternoon Boat Trip Ticket
La Palma has been doubly blessed by Mother Nature. Not only is the island one of the most beautiful corners of the world, it's also surrounded by seas full of whales and dolphins. The experienced crew of the Flipper, with a marine biologist onboard, will take you to areas where, with a bit of luck, you'll spot these amazing creatures.Sailing out of Tazacorte on the west coast, your sea safari will glide in the shadow of epic volcanic cliffs. The onboard biologist will give you the lowdown on the marine life off western La Palma – a habitat to at least 29 types of cetaceans.You'll sail as far north as the Cueva Bonita, a grotto carved by the force of the sea into 200m-high volcanic cliffs. This cruise out lasts around three hours and is available as a morning or an afternoon excursion.
4 Hours
$ 64.00
Northeast La Palma tour with Charco Azul and rum tasting
There's a reason La Palma is known as ‘The Green Paradise', and you'll see why on this trip to the northeast. And with our expert local guides, you'll get the inside track from passionate locals. Rudi, one of our guides, says, ‘Before becoming a guide, I worked on a Canarian banana plantation for 5 years. It was a great way to immerse myself in island life.' On this full day tour, you'll discover fragrant forests, volcanic rock pools and colonial villages. Then, to round off the experience, you'll sample sweet-as-honey local rum.Kick off this jam-packed excursion at San Bartolo viewpoint – overlooking steep coastal hills and the Atlantic beyond, the views are a showstopper. From here, it's onto the natural sea-water pools of Charco Azul – the ‘blue pools' where, weather permitting, we'll have a quick swim. Then, it's onto the sea-view village of San Andres, a flower-filled cluster of brightly coloured buildings enhanced by all the greenery.Next up, is one of Rudi's favourite parts of the tour. ‘You walk beside tropical banana plantations and find out why they're essential to island life,' he says. Then, after a stroll along the volcanic shoreline of Charco Azul, you'll stop to taste rum at one of the last traditional distilleries in the Canaries.'
8 Hours
$ 54.00
Speedboat tour of the northwestern coast of La Palma
It's time to uncover the volcanic history of La Palma's northwestern coast on a speedboat tour. Gaze at the cliffs, ports and untouched beaches of Tijarafe and Puntagorda. The itinerary depends on conditions on the day, but you'll pass by gems such as Cueva Bonita and Poris de Candelaria, and take a dip at Playa de la Veta if the sea's in our favour. And keep your eyes peeled - you might spot dolphins or turtles along the way - so come aboard for an unforgettable adventure.
4 Hours
$ 87.00
La Palma Enchanted Forest Trail
La Palma's Enchanted Forest Trail is a tapestry of misty, ancient laurel trees, waterfalls and volcano-scapes – and it's as magical as it sounds. Grab your walking boots for a trek through the lush Puntallana region where outstanding vistas and unspoilt landscapes await.
8 Hours
$ 35.00
Flipper Whale Watching Morning Boat Trip Ticket
La Palma has been doubly blessed by Mother Nature. Not only is the island one of the most beautiful corners of the world, it's also surrounded by seas full of whales and dolphins. The experienced crew of the Flipper, with a marine biologist onboard, will take you to areas where, with a bit of luck, you'll spot these amazing creatures.Sailing out of Tazacorte on the west coast, your sea safari will glide in the shadow of epic volcanic cliffs. The onboard biologist will give you the lowdown on the marine life off western La Palma – a habitat to at least 29 types of cetaceans.You'll sail as far north as the Cueva Bonita, a grotto carved by the force of the sea into 200m-high volcanic cliffs. This cruise out lasts around three hours and is available as a morning or an afternoon excursion.
4 Hours
$ 64.00
Tajogaite Volcano hiking tour
On the 19th of September 2021 a new volcanic crater was formed near La Palma. The volcano previously known as Cumbre Vieja erupted, completely changing the landscape west of the city. Hiking 6.5km on the newly christened Tajogaite – cracked mountain – you'll almost reach the crater. From here, awesome views of the lava flows and the Aridane Valley open up.
8 Hours
$ 52.00
Sunset and stargazing experience at Roque de Los Muchachos
Experience an unforgettable evening that begins with a sunset from a panoramic mountain viewpoint in La Palma, the world's first Starlight Reserve. As the sky changes colour, relax with a complimentary glass of local wine while taking in the scenery. Once darkness falls, your certified Starlight guide will introduce you to the wonders of the night sky, using a laser pointer to identify the brightest stars, constellations, and planets while sharing astronomical facts and local legends. Then, through powerful telescopes, you'll observe the Moon (when visible), planets, nebulae, star clusters, and distant galaxies beneath some of the clearest, darkest skies on Earth. Thanks to La Palma's protected skies, high altitude, and exceptional atmospheric conditions, this is a truly magical journey from sunset to the stars.
8 Hours
$ 67.00
Caldera de Taburiente National Park hiking tour
The Caldera Taburiente trail is a journey through the island's only national park – and it's the star of La Palma's popular hiking scene. You'll walk the snake-like trails into a volcano crater basin, gaze out over incredible scenery and visit La Cascade de Colores – a waterfall where iron-rich waters create a rainbow effect in the rock.
8 Hours
$ 52.00
Speedboat tour of the northwestern coast of La Palma - no transfer
It's time to uncover the volcanic history of La Palma's northwestern coast on a speedboat tour. Gaze at the cliffs, ports and untouched beaches of Tijarafe and Puntagorda. The itinerary depends on conditions on the day, but you'll pass by gems such as Cueva Bonita and Poris de Candelaria, and take a dip at Playa de la Veta if the sea's in our favour. And keep your eyes peeled - you might spot dolphins or turtles along the way - so come aboard for an unforgettable adventure.
4 Hours
$ 69.00
Northwestern La Palma Cruise Ticket
If you thought La Palma was beautiful, wait till you see it from the sea. This glass bottom-catamaran cruise along the west coast takes you to spots that are either hard or impossible to reach by land. You'll go into the Bonita Cave and see landmarks such as the Veta beach – and may even spot dolphins.The fun kicks off when the Fancy II sails from Tazacorte harbour. You'll sail northwards past volcanic cliffs with drops of more than 200 metres. We'll stop at the Bonita Cave – a large grotto with two mouths. Centuries ago, locals would hide here from pirates. The catamaran will sail right into the cave.Next up is Poris de Candelaria, where a few fishermen's huts have been built at the foot of cliffs. Snacks will then be served. We'll keep on sailing, passing the Colorada Cave and Poris de Puntagorda, in search of dolphins and whales.
4 Hours
$ 67.00
La Palma Enchanted Forest Trail with Transfer
Like a scene straight from a hit Harry Potter film, La Palma's Enchanted Forest Trail is a tapestry of misty, ancient laurel trees, waterfalls and volcano-scapes – and it's as magical as it sounds. Grab your walking boots for a trek through the Puntallana region where outstanding vistas and timeless landscapes come as standard. Transfer included.
8 Hours
$ 52.00
Tajogaite Volcano hiking ticket
2021 saw the creation of a new volcanic crater near La Palma. The volcano previously known as Cumbre Vieja erupted, completely changing the landscape west of the city. Hiking 6.5km on the newly christened Tajogaite – cracked mountain – you'll almost reach the crater. From here, awesome views of the lava flows and the Aridane Valley open up.
Flexible
$ 35.00
Tour of La Palma's Botanical North
Botanical fanatics will be in for a treat on this tour, which includes plenty of forays into La Palma's flora. You'll venture into the mountains and the lush green landscape of Los Tilos forest before strolling around the idyllic town of San Andres.This bus tour will focus on La Palma's biodiversity. And to get you started, you'll stop at the small village of San Bartolo. Fall in love with the views from El Enamorado viewpoint before the main event – Los Tilos forest. This green paradise, also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, contains laurel trees, fresh springs and ferns everywhere you turn.Then, it's off to see the towns of Puerto Espíndola and Charco Azul, famed for their volcanic pools. After free time for lunch, you'll wander around San Andres, a striking seaside town with old-world mansions and views towards the ocean always just around the corner.
8 Hours
$ 52.00
Caldera de Taburiente National Park hiking tour
La Palma is crisscrossed with world-class walking trails. But the star of the show is the Caldera Taburiente hike – a journey through the island's only national park. You'll walk the snake-like trails into the crater basin, gaze out over incredible scenery and visit La Cascade de Colores – a waterfall where iron-rich waters create a rainbow effect.
