Hiking holidays on La Gomera
There is only a very basic public transport system on La Gomera, so the best thing to do is rent a car. You can then drive to the location of your choice, park your rental car, and go hiking. There are also many guided hiking tours you can take on the island that will allow you to explore without worrying about getting lost.
Below we detail some of the best places to go hiking during your stay in La Gomera:
Garajonay National Park
La Gomera is home to the Garajonay National Park, a wooded region often shrouded in mist and clouds, which is recognized and protected by UNESCO. The park is particularly known for its subtropical laurel forest. Bay laurel is evergreen and requires high rainfall and constant temperature to live.
The Garajonay National Park is of great scientific interest, as it is home to a series of animal and plant species typical of the Canary Islands.
If you rent a car during your stay, you can drive to the Juego de Bolas Visitor Center in the north of the island. You can park your rental car here and learn more about Garajonay National Park before you start hiking.
Great King Valley
Valle Gran Rey, in the southwest of La Gomera, is a great place to use as a base for a hiking holiday. It is a collection of small towns and is about a two-hour drive from the island’s capital, San Sebastián. There are many hiking trails in the area, especially in the Alto Valle area and around La Calera.
hermigua
As part of your Canary Islands travel guide, Hermigua is a must. It is a valley in the north of La Gomera. Its warm climate and its rivers have made it the banana region of the island. Its main landmarks are the Roques de San Pedro, two volcanic fumaroles, and the old Dominican convent, El Convento de Santo Domingo. The area is otherwise largely undeveloped, so you can enjoy a beautiful natural setting when you walk there.
So, what are you waiting for? Pack your hiking boots, try car rental and see what La Gomera has to offer!
