Walking Holiday Spain -  Canary Islands - La Palma

La Palma, a lush, mountainous island in the Western Canaries measuring the equivalent of just 24 miles square offers attractive opportunities for walkers. Its diversity of landscapes constantly change as you gain height or vary direction. There are forests of pine laurel and eucalyptus and meadows strewn with colourful wild flowers.

Farming remains the bedrock of the economy with a wealth of almond groves, tobacco fields, banana plantations and vineyards. In contrast the island also features extensive evidence of volcanic activity with much to explore on foot including the enormous crater of the Caldera de Taburiente in the awe-inspiring and scientifically important National Park. The densely forested northern coast features magnificently rugged sea cliffs and spectacular gorges. You can enjoy exploring the picturesque small towns and villages dotted along the coast and inland.

La Palma offers outstanding walking using a network of way-marked footpaths. Classics include the volcano route with a succession of mostly historic volcanoes; and a fine walk circling the Caldera de Taburiente often on its very rim. 

There is a host of other interesting routes including a walk from Las Tricias through idyllic scenes in the north west with a blend of exotic farms next to thousand year old dragon trees; a hike along the canal to the Marcos y Cordero springs involving use of tunnels and a spectacular walk on the ‘roof of the island’ from Pico de la Cruz (2351m) to the highest point on La Palma Roque de las Muchachos (2426m).

Guided-Independent Walking

On our guided independent holidays, most walks are linear and you will be transported to the beginning of the walk and collected at the end. All have some uphill sections but usually you are on descending or contour paths. Distances vary with walking time between 3 – 7 hours. 

We provide 4 walks per week which range from moderate to challenging and are chosen to enable you to enjoy the island’s superb landscape. On some days you have a choice of walk and you can take additional walks on your ‘days off’. 

You are likely to be part of a cosmopolitan group and will be guided by an experienced guide who will know the paths well. Walkers staying at the Parador will be collected from the hotel those at Las Olas will be collected from a location a few minutes, walk away. These walks are available throughout the year.

Self Guided

Available year round utilising our exclusive Walk Booklet containing the best walks La Palma has to offer. We give full directional notes, average walking times and distances, the extent of ascents and descents and points of interest. 

There is a selection of easy, moderate and challenging walks. We also provide public transport details for each walk. We can arrange for a local driver to take you to and from the walks if you prefer; payable locally. 

There is a bus from the road outside by the Parador, every 30 mins to Santa Cruz and also in the other direction which takes you directly to some walks.

Walk Grading

Guided - Moderate & Challenging

Self Guided - Easy Moderate & Challenging

Multi Centre

Why not combine a trip to La Palma with some time in Tenerife or La Gomera both offering different walks to enjoy? We are happy to arrange a multi centre holiday of any duration. Please send a request with your preferred option. 

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La Palma

Self-Guided and Guided Independent

All prices valid for 2023

Prices are per person in GBP / UK £ and are based on 7 nights in a shared twin/double standard room (with board as indicated for each hotel). 

Hotel Las Olas****

Hotel El Galeon B&B***

Parador****

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Parador La Palma - 4 Star

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Located in an area on incredible scenic beauty, the Parador is built in keeping with traditional Canary Islands architecture - highlights include magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and extensive botanical gardens within the grounds. The elegant restaurant boasts wonderful traditional Canary Island products, as well as a variety of fresh fish.

There is a bus from the road outside, every 30 mins to  Santa Cruz and also in the other direction which takes you directly to some walks.

All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone, safe, air conditioning and private bathroom with WC, shower/bath and hairdryer.

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Hotel Las Olas - 4 Star

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Set facing the sea in Playa de Los Cancajos, this 4* hotel offers spacious and well-equipped rooms, most of which have a sea view with terrace or balcony. A large swimming pool is set within the gardens also overlooking the sea. Both breakfast and dinner offer an excellent selection from the daily buffets.

All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone, safe and private bathroom with WC, shower/bath and hairdryer.

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Hotel Hacienda de Abajo - 4 Star

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Located on the Western side of La Palma, in the histoic centre of Villla y Puerto de Tazacorte, Hotel Hacienda de Abajo is classified an Emblematic Hotel due to its history as a 17th century sugar estate. Opened in 2012, the hotel offers 32 rooms all individually decortated with art from the 1st through to the 20th century. Services include heated outdoor pool and spa with sauna and jacuzzi. Indulge in the onsite restaurant 'El Sitio' features excellent cuisine with local ingredients.  

All Rooms feature Wi-Fi, safe, minibar, A/C, TV, television and private bathroom with WC, shower and/or  bath and hairdryer.   

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Hotel El Galeon - 3 Star

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This aparthotel is located by the harbour, approximately 15 minutes’ walk from the bustling town centre where you will find many of the buses. Each apartment is well-equipped and most have beautiful sea views.

All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone, safe, tea/coffee making facilities and private bathroom with WC, shower and hairdryer.

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Availability Information

Please note our best to go information is generally referring to the walking which may fall in the early or late season in some places. This may mean that not all tourist facilities will be open at the time you visit.