Highlights of El Hierro Walk Tour by Exodus Adventure Travels

8 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Starts

El Hierro, Spain

Ends

Tenerife, Spain

Highlights

An intriguing island of spectacular escarpments, volcanic ash cones and lava flows

Wind around the small central plateau to the lowland of El Golfo, ending on the east coast

Walk over Malpaso, the highest point of the island with superb far-reaching views

Itinerary

El Hierro, the most remote of the Canary Islands, offers a walking journey unlike any other. This eight-day trip leads experienced explorers through volcanic landscapes, lush pastures, and pine forests, revealing a side of Spain few ever see. Begin in Valverde, where you can acclimate with short local walks, then traverse the island’s central plateau, descend into the lush El Golfo valley, and ascend dramatic escarpments with spectacular ocean views.

Along the way, discover time-honored traditions, taste local cheeses and wines, and explore sites of cultural significance. From the far west’s rugged coastlines to the cultivated terraces of banana and pineapple, each day unveils a new facet of island life. Accommodations range from simple hostels to comfortable hotels, all with convenient dining options and half-board included.

What sets this tour apart is its variety—no two days are the same—and the genuine hospitality of the Herrenos. For travelers who relish unspoiled nature and authentic experiences, this walking trip is a rare gem.

day 1 - 1

On arrival in Valverde, we will transfer you to your hotel for your first evening on the island of El Hierro.

day 2 - 2

From Valverde a circuitous route introduces you to the varied volcanic and pastoral landscapes of the plateau area and includes an ancient, abandoned village and the Arbol Santo – the sacred tree.

day 3 - 3

Leaving Mocanal you first make for the Mirador and Ermita de la Pena, emerging onto the crest of the escarpment with the imposing panorama of El Golfo way below. You follow this crest up to 1200m to arrive at the Mirador of Jinama. From here an amazing safe path, superbly conceived, leads down the face of the escarpment to La Frontera.

day 4 - 4

You will be transferred to Sabinosa – the most western village of the ‘old world’. A stiff but exhilarating climb up the escarpment brings you to the very different landscapes of La Dehesa, a pastoral plateau open to the full Atlantic. The circuit of the plateau takes in the Mirador dos Bascos, the amazing, distorted trees of El Sabinar – one of which is the emblem of the island – and the Errmita de la Virgen, a site of great importance in island culture. If lucky, you might catch a farmer milking his sheep. The day ends with a descent of the same path to Sabinosa, where your transfer will be waiting.

day 5 - 5

Again, you will be transferred from La Frontera and taken to a path halfway up the escarpment. Once on the crest you follow this – easy walking – over Malpaso, the highest point of the island, with more superb views. The volcanic ash landscape gives way to the wonderful native pine forests, and then you head across pastoral country to El Pinar.

day 6 - 6

Today you head to the south coast harbour village of La Restinga, using ancient paths, returning by the same route. However, there are other options for the return – one is to take a taxi (not included) to the pleasant cove of Tacoron, have a swim in the Atlantic, and walk back to El Pinar, with little difference in walking time. You can also halve the walk by returning by bus from La Restinga – the choice is yours.

day 7 - 7

Leaving El Pinar, the route starts through pleasant rural scenery before emerging on the crest of the eastern escarpment, with dramatic views of the Las Playas coast – and your destination hotel – way below. After following the crest for a while, pass through the village of Isora before taking another magnificent path descending over 1000m to the coast below. Celebrate your completion of the walk with a swim in the hotel’s excellent pool, or by relaxing on the beach.

day 8 - 8

Today you will depart your hotel after breakfast and we will transfer you back to Tenerife, for your onward journey. Enquire at time of booking for extra nights to extend your stay on this fascinating and beautiful island.

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of, hotels, Luggage transfers between hotels

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All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 evening meals

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andManagement by your local Headwater-appointed agent

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