Exploring La Gomera - 11 Days Tour with 5 Reviews by Walkers' Britain

11 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

20 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

San Sebastián de La Gomera, Spain

Ends

San Sebastián de La Gomera, Spain

Highlights

Fully immerse in La Gomera’s breathtaking scenery

Lush plantations, whitewashed villages, a unique cloud forest & black-sand beaches

Free days by the beach

Circular island walk, conveniently starting and finishing in capital San Sebastian

Easy to get to by ferry from the nearby Canary Island of Tenerife (included)

Experience the slow pace of island life from your private apartment

Reach the highest peak Alto de Garajonay (1487m), see the other Canary Islands

Longer itinerary that includes the beautiful valley of Hermigua

Experience the slow pace of island life from your private apartment

Reach the highest peak Alto de Garajonay (1487m), see the other Canary Islands

Longer itinerary that includes the beautiful valley of Hermigua

Itinerary

Explore the untouched beauty of Spain’s Canary Islands with the 'Exploring La Gomera – 11 Days' tour package, perfect for those who yearn for both adventure and relaxation. On this self-guided walking trip, you’ll begin and end in San Sebastián de La Gomera, circling the island through lush plantations, misty mountain forests, and traditional whitewashed villages.

This itinerary is the most comprehensive La Gomera walking tour, offering you the chance to immerse yourself in dramatic scenery from sea level banana groves to the enchanting laurel forests crowning the island. You’ll visit Hermigua, a village cradled in a ravine and surrounded by terraced hillsides, and spend three nights in a private apartment, allowing for extra rest or deeper exploration at your own pace.

La Gomera stands apart from its neighbors, having preserved its rural character and authentic charm. Wander through landscapes dotted with small vineyards, rocky peaks, and centuries-old homesteads. Despite its tranquility, the island boasts excellent infrastructure, with a wealth of traditional restaurants and welcoming family-run hotels.

The unique selling point of this tour is its unhurried pace and immersive approach, offering ample flexibility for seasoned travelers and seniors to enjoy La Gomera’s natural wonders and cultural riches. For those seeking a moderate trekking experience off the well-worn path, this trip promises a rare glimpse into a serene, unspoiled Canary Island.

day 1 - Arrive San Sebastian (from Los Cristianos, Tenerife)

Arrive by ferry at the port of San Sebastian from Los Cristianos, Tenerife (roundtrip included). Your hotel is located approx 15 minutes by foot or a short taxi journey (± €10).

Accommodation:Hotel Torre del Conde is our 3* hotel and is situated in the centre of San Sebastian on a bed & breakfast basis. Dinner can be taken in one of the many restaurants in town. There are two beaches within easy reach on foot. Or upgrade and stay in the Parador hotel.

day 2 - San Sebastian to Hermigua 9.1 km/5.7 miles, 5 h

Today you experience a first glimpse of the National Park. You will be collected at 9.00 - 9.30 am and taken to the start point of today’s walk. This is an exceptionally beautiful but strenuous walk through lush sub-tropical vegetation with spectacular views over the Hermigua valley. On the way up the ascents are steep in places but the path is well defined but the beauty of the area rewards the hard work. In roughly 3 hours you reach El Cedro (1000m) and the Bar La Vista for a well-deserved break. In unsettled weather we do not recommend the return route, as there is a very steep and slippery downhill stretch. Instead either return by the route you came up or spend some time exploring the forest and order a taxi from Bar La Vista to take you down to Hermigua. Ascent 755m / Descent 928m.

Accommodation:Your accommodation tonight is one of 2 guesthouses in this small village. Hotel Ibo Al Faro or Hotel Villa Hermigua.

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Hermigua to Vallehermoso approx 13.7 km/8.5 miles, 5,45 h

After breakfast you will be picked up and transferred to the exquisitely situated village of Agulo (250m), which looks out to sea cut off from the rest of the island by the shear basalt cliffs rising behind. The walk begins with a steep ascent to bring you after 2 hours to the Visitor’s Centre of Garajonay National Park, (800m) where you can learn about the park and the island in general. Then down to the lunchtime stop at Bar Amalahuigue in Las Rosas or at Roque Blanco. You then continue on to Vallehermoso, for the last two hours downhill with expansive and stunning views over the north west of the island. Ascent 580m / Descent 819m.

Accommodation:Vallehermoso - Hotel Rural Triana is an old restored Canarian Villa and is surrounded by tradition and nature.

Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Circular walk Vallehermoso approx 13.8 km / 8.6 miles, 4.5 - 5.5 h

Panoramic views of the north coast and the cruel sea. A 4.5 hour strenuous circular walk, with a fairly steep, gravelly descent for which you need to be surefooted and have a head for heights. The alternative is to turn round at roughly the half-way point at the Ermita de Santa Clara viewpoint and retrace your steps back. This is one of the wildest parts of La Gomera where the sea is usually quite rough and there are some dramatic views of waves, rocks and windblown terrain as well as picturesque villages nestled in sheltered valleys below. A different and interesting corner of La Gomera. Ascent /Descent 958m.

Meals:Breakfast

day 5 - Vallehermoso to Chipude 10 km/6 miles, 4.5 - 5 h

Into the cloud forest. With plenty of water to drink and in winter long trousers and waterproof jackets, you head south from Vallehermoso (300m) up hill towards the centre of the island through lush, terraced farming country, past reservoirs, ever upwards until you enter the forest and the National Park. After lunch, an easy walk with occasional glimpses down to the magnificent Valle Gran Rey. From here you can take the path to El Cercado, home to Gomera’s tiny potteries and onto Chipude and Hotel Sonia at 1100m. Ascent: 796m / Descent 281m.

Accommodation:You will be staying two nights at family run Bar/Pension Sonia.

Meals:Breakfast and Dinner

day 6 - Free day or walk to Valle Gran Rey approx 11.7 km/7.14 miles, 4 h

Relax on the west coast. Optional walk via the small town of Gerian with some steep downhill parts to see the biggest and often considered the most beautiful valley in Gomera, Valle Gran Rey, for swimming and sunbathing on its black-sand beaches. Try lunch in a fish restaurant at the port of Vueltas. Bus or taxi back to Chipude. The super energetic can of course walk back!

Ascent 111m / Descent 1175m

Meals:Breakfast and Dinner

day 7 - Chipude to Playa de Santiago 20 km/13.6 miles, 8hr

To the summit and down to the warm south. The steepish uphill walk to the summit of the island, El Alto de Garajonay (1486 m) is completed in 2 hours. Beautiful views on a clear day down into the cloud forest and across to see the islands of Tenerife, E1 Hierro and La Palma and occasionally Gran Canaria; then steeply down into the hidden valley of Imada (800m.) where there is a shop/bar normally open. It is then down into a garden of Eden of palms and canes until you reach Playa de Santiago and the south coast (3 hours from Imada). Ascent 680m / Descent 1733m

Accommodation:You will be staying three nights in Apartamentos Bellavista situated on a pedestrian lane in Laguna de Santiago. It is a short walk to the beach, restaurants and shops in the main part of the village. Here you will have your own apartment equipped with food and drink essentials to greet you on arrival. Breakfast is taken in your apartment, ingredients supplied. Choose one of the many local fish restaurants at the beach for dinner in the evening. Don't forget to check out the Restaurante La Cuevita towards the harbour. It is built into a cave. We have chosen to have three nights here as it is the sunniest, warmest part of the island.

Meals:Breakfast

day 8-9 - Free days to explore and relax in Santiago

Lounge around Santiago and the beach or explore the hidden beaches to the east of the village. For the restless, take the bus past Alajero and walk to the only dragon tree on the island, El Drago. Then back down to Santiago via the villages of Alajero and Targa. There is plenty to do and see and our local representatives are on hand with suggestions to suit if you wish so.

Meals:Breakfast

day 10 - Return to San Sebastian 16 km/10 miles, 5.5 - 7 h

After breakfast at your apartment, you will be taken to the start of this final days walk at Pastrana. Another wonderful day with a gentle start but becoming steep uphill until you reach the amazing Roque de Agando (1250m) - Gomera’s biggest basalt volcanic chimney. You arrive at the main road with wonderful panoramic views. Crossing over the road, the walk descends through pinewoods to La Laja and then on asphalt for the transfer to San Sebastian where you return for your last nights accommodation. Ascent 927mm / Descent 996m

Meals:Breakfast

day 11 - Arrangements end after breakfast

Trip concludes after breakfast. Make your own way to the ferry port for Los Cristianos, Tenerife (included) and your onward journey.

Meals:Breakfast

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Accommodation

10 nights accommodation in hotels, guesthouses & apartment on a twin share basis

Meals

10 breakfasts, 1 lunch (day 7), 2 dinners (nights 5 & 6)

Transport

Return ferry from Los Cristianos (Tenerife) to San Sabastian (La Gomera) when travelling both ways with the same ferry operator. There maybe a supplement if we have to purchase 2 one-way tickets.

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One piece of luggage per person transferred between your accommodation, not exceeding 20kgDigital information pack including Navigational App, maps and route notesEmergency hotlineGPX Files

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Itinerary

day 1 - Arrive San Sebastian (from Los Cristianos, Tenerife)

day 2 - San Sebastian to Hermigua 9.1 km/5.7 miles, 5 h

day 3 - Hermigua to Vallehermoso approx 13.7 km/8.5 miles, 5,45 h

day 4 - Circular walk Vallehermoso approx 13.8 km / 8.6 miles, 4.5 - 5.5 h

day 5 - Vallehermoso to Chipude 10 km/6 miles, 4.5 - 5 h

day 6 - Free day or walk to Valle Gran Rey approx 11.7 km/7.14 miles, 4 h

day 7 - Chipude to Playa de Santiago 20 km/13.6 miles, 8hr

day 8-9 - Free days to explore and relax in Santiago

day 10 - Return to San Sebastian 16 km/10 miles, 5.5 - 7 h

day 11 - Arrangements end after breakfast

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Itinerary

day 1 - Arrive San Sebastian (from Los Cristianos, Tenerife)

day 2 - San Sebastian to Hermigua 9.1 km/5.7 miles, 5 h

day 3 - Hermigua to Vallehermoso approx 13.7 km/8.5 miles, 5,45 h

day 4 - Circular walk Vallehermoso approx 13.8 km / 8.6 miles, 4.5 - 5.5 h

day 5 - Vallehermoso to Chipude 10 km/6 miles, 4.5 - 5 h

day 6 - Free day or walk to Valle Gran Rey approx 11.7 km/7.14 miles, 4 h

day 7 - Chipude to Playa de Santiago 20 km/13.6 miles, 8hr

day 8-9 - Free days to explore and relax in Santiago

day 10 - Return to San Sebastian 16 km/10 miles, 5.5 - 7 h

day 11 - Arrangements end after breakfast

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