La Gomera
Everything you need to know about La Gomera
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La Gomera, the lush walking paradise
La Gomera is a green jewel in the Canary Islands, renowned for its dense forests, deep ravines, and spectacular cliffs. This island is a true paradise for hikers and nature lovers, offering diverse landscapes that range from subtropical laurel forests to dramatic volcanic rock formations.
Explore La Gomera’s unique hiking trails
The island’s extensive network of well-marked trails takes you through pristine nature reserves like Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walking here feels like stepping back in time, with ancient forests, crystal-clear streams, and abundant wildlife. La Gomera’s terrain offers something for every hiker—from gentle coastal paths to challenging mountain ascents.
Dramatic views and rich culture
From the rugged coastline to panoramic mountain viewpoints, La Gomera offers breathtaking vistas at every turn. The island’s small villages, with traditional Canarian architecture and friendly locals, add cultural depth to your hiking experience.
Unique highlights include:
Garajonay National Park – a mystical laurel forest
The Valle Gran Rey – beautiful valley with coastal views
The challenging Roque de Agando hike – volcanic rock formations
Traditional villages such as Agulo and Hermigua
A peaceful retreat for nature lovers
With its tranquil atmosphere, La Gomera is perfect for those seeking to disconnect and immerse themselves in nature. The mild climate year-round makes it an ideal hiking destination any season.
Why La Gomera?
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Diverse Landscapes
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Garajonay National Park:
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Well-Marked Trails
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Stunning Panoramas
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Authentic Culture
Discover La Gomera your way
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About La Gomera
La Gomera, easily accessible by ferry from Tenerife, is a hiker’s paradise rich in natural wonders. The island’s centerpiece is Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ancient laurel forest. This mystical forest thrives in the park’s frequent fog, especially in winter, nurturing over 450 species of plants and trees. Hiking to Alto de Garajonay, the island’s highest peak at 1,478 meters, rewards visitors with breathtaking panoramic views.
Unique Cultural Experience: The Whistling Language
La Gomera is also known for its unique “Silbo Gomero,” a whistling language used by locals to communicate across the island’s deep valleys (barrancos). This fascinating cultural trait adds a special dimension to your hiking adventure.
Multi-days trekking
De GR131 Camino Natural La Gomera
From Tenerife, we take the ferry to La Gomera to hike the GR131 trail from east to west in three days. Afterward, we continue for two more days to complete the loop, returning to San Sebastián.
The GR131 La Gomera is the fifth island of the long distance route.
In the east of La Gomera, San Sebastián is the starting point of the GR131—a long-distance trek of 620 km crossing all the Canary Islands. Accommodations are carefully chosen here: small-scale and charming. We stay in traditional fincas, casas rurales, and an authentic mountain inn.
Difficulty Category ****
Highest point 1478 mt
This trek is quite challenging due to the many steep altimeters involved. Along the scenic route, we stay in carefully chosen accommodations, usually comfortable double rooms with private bathrooms. Single rooms are available for an extra fee. Breakfast is included every day.
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The hiking pin of the GR131
Our unique hiking pin. Each island has its own color. You get this hiking pin when you complete the GR131 Camino Naturales on one of the seven islands. With a group tour you get this at the end of the trip. With an individual trip you take a stamp ticket with you that you have signed off at various locations. With this card you will receive your earned hiking pin. You are eligible for this if the trip is booked with Canary Hiking!
colours
Each island has its own color. Did you walk the 630 km and save all the colors together? Then you will receive a unique pin from us!
