Cruise ship guests

Two tours in one: this excursion is ideal for our cruise guests because they can discover the island’s great diversity and stark contrasts in just one day. Before we head to the west side of the island, we enjoy the view of the ship and the port of Santa Cruz from above. A great photo opportunity. On the west side, we visit various viewpoints around the new Tajogaite volcano. Right from the start, we get very close to the volcanic cone and its lava field and see the full extent of the three-month eruption in 2021. We then travel across the 3km-wide devastation zone on a newly constructed road, crossing 80 meters of lava layers. We also inspect the newly formed lava tongues in the sea before driving back towards El Paso via another lava road.

After a relaxing coffee break, we continue to the Caldera de Taburiente National Park. At an elevation of 1300 meters, we take a leisurely stroll along a wide, well-maintained path to a viewpoint. (Those with limited mobility can simply sit on one of the many benches and enjoy the view.) The view over the rugged slopes and the lush nature of one of the largest erosion craters in the world is breathtaking. Pure relaxation for mind and body. Now it’s time to return to the ship. This excursion, with its diverse experiences, will be remembered for a long time.

Two short hikes / Price: €85 including transfer from the port (depending on the ship’s docking times)

TIP: If this tour is not available on your desired date, please still send an inquiry to: moc.sruot-ajargobfsctd-2c5376@ofni

On this tour we will take you to one of the largest laurel forests in the world. The hike goes through one of the most impressive jungle gorges in La Palma with giant ferns, thick moss and gigantic laurel trees. This type of forest dates back to the time of the dinosaurs and can only be found on a few islands today. We take a break at a lookout point and enjoy the view of the lush greenery, the coast and the sea. A wonderful circular route that can be a bit slippery in places.

Afterwards we drive to the picturesque village of San Andrés, from where we walk along a wonderful coastal path to the pretty natural swimming pools of Charco Azul. A refreshing swim in the crystal clear water concludes our tour. If you want, you can visit one of the last original rum factories in the Canaries (with shopping opportunities).

Distance 6km, aprox 3 hours, +/-200m, Price 69€ transfer inclusive

Please specify one of the following pick-up points when booking:

8:45 Puerto Naos: Hotel Sol (on the main road)
9:00 Los Llanos: Cafe Giardino (Tajuya)
9:10 El Paso: Cafeteria Las Piedras
9:30 Cancajos Pharmacy
9:40 Santa Cruz Port
10:00 Mirador de San Bartolo

TIP: If this tour is not available on your desired date, please send an inquiry to: moc.sruot-ajargobfsctd-317f1e@ofni and we will get in touch with you.

A spectacular winding drive takes us through 5 climate zones up to the roof of the island at over 2000m. A unique hike awaits us on the well-developed high-altitude path, accompanied by incredible views of the Caldera and over the entire island. When the weather is clear, we can see the three neighboring islands of Tenerife, La Gomera and El Hierro, and La Palma’s famous cloud waterfall can also be seen from time to time. The hiking trail winds its way over the various mountain ridges past bizarre world-class observatories, built between indigenous huts and legendary basalt walls. An unforgettable hike that everyone should do at least once.

Tip: In the months of May and June, the mountains are in bloom, a unique experience of color. The gigantic Tajinaste, the La Palma violet and various types of broom that only exist on Tenerife and La Palma bloom here.

Distance 7km, 3,5 hours, +/- 200m, Price 79€ including transfer

Please specify one of the following pick-up points when booking:

8:15 Puerto Naos: Hotel Melia (on the main road)
8:30 Los Llanos: Cafe Giardino (Tajuya)
8:40 El Paso: Cafeteria Las Piedras
9:00 Cancajos Pharmacy
9:10 Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz sign at the harbor entrance)
10:00 Pico de la Nieve (parking lot)

A wonderful hike through the most lush cultural landscape of La Palma and with beautiful views over the coast and the ocean. The area through which the hike takes us used to be called the “granary of La Palma”. Today, grain is no longer grown there, but instead a colorful variety of fruit that practically falls into your lap as you hike and invites you to try it.

Your gaze wanders over the rugged coast. Most of the path is rocky, but well-paved. It goes up and down constantly through several small ravines. The first highlight is the viewpoint at the deep ravine of La Galga. Here we sit down for a cozy picnic (included) and let our eyes wander. Finally, we turn around and make our way past the Devil’s Cave and to the wonderful natural beach of Playa Nogales. Even if swimming is too dangerous due to the extreme undercurrents, we can carefully cool off in the waves near the beach. So don’t forget your bathing suit. The return journey is by taxi.

hiking time: 3 h / +100m ‑400m / aprox. 7 km / 69€ incl. transfer

Please specify one of the following pick-up points when booking:
8:45 Puert Naos: Hotel Melia (on the main road)
9:00 Los Llanos: Cafe Giardino (Tajuya)
9:10 El Paso: Cafeteria Las Piedras
9:30 Cancajos Pharmacy
9:40 Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz letters at the port entrance)
10:00 Puntallana Church

This tour is a wonderful hike across meadows and pastures with beautiful views of the east side of La Palma. There is a lot to see along the way. We hike through five gorges and past six holy springs that are decorated with crosses and invite you to linger. In addition to the lush Canary laurel forest, chestnuts – introduced by seafarers – have also spread in this area. In the rainy season we find many mushrooms here, from October to January La Palma is a mushroom paradise.

The hike does not present any particular difficulties, but it is not just a stroll either. A steep ascent of 350 m awaits us right at the beginning, but it is made entertaining by nice stories and explanations about flora and fauna. After 1.5 hours we come to a spring and a resting place in the middle of the laurel forest, a wildly romantic place where you can also have a barbecue.

Towards the end of the tour we come through Palmerian agricultural landscape and finally return to a typical Palmerian bar. There is coffee or beer here and if you want you can also get a little something to eat there.

A museum in San Pedro is dedicated to tobacco cultivation, which was a good source of income until the late 1990s (visit optional).

Altitude gain: +350m, -350m / distance: 8km / hiking time: 3,5 hours / price: 65€ including transfer from:

Please specify one of the following pick-up points when booking:

8:45 Puerto Naos: Hotel Sol (on the main road)
9:00 Los Llanos: Cafe Giardino (Tajuya)
9:10 El Paso: Cafeteria Las Piedras
9:45 Cancajos Pharmacy or Santa Cruz
10:00 San Pedro: Parque de los Alamos

Personal adventure hikes with Lotte through the most beautiful landscapes of La Palma. I plan individual hiking tours with you and for you – according to your taste, your needs, your individual levels of difficulty and your time leeway.

Price 400-500 € (1-8 Persons)