La Gomera, remains beautifully unspoilt and is a walker's delight. Measuring the equivalent of just 20 square miles yet packed with a variety of walks it is a tiny, friendly island with charming, rural villages and a handful of small coastal towns. The sparse population is still predominately engaged in agriculture. The sun drenched south at first appears parched and barren, but you soon find hidden valleys laden with produce, delightful palm groves, pockets of pine and isolated beaches. The more rugged north is typified by narrow ravines with green hillsides patched in scrub and capped with woodland. Garajonay, the highest peak, stands in an extensive Natural Park famed scientifically for its amazing cloud forest housing flora and fauna unique to the area.
Taking you across the island from east to west, this 7-night itinerary gives you the opportunity to see the best landscapes that La Gomera has to offer, experiencing all aspects of this beautiful and tranquil island. Descend into deep ravines where palm trees intertwine with terraced gardens and follow mountain ridge paths to visit remote waterfalls. Enjoy fine views to the horizon as you experience the special world of the UNESCO laurel forests and pass through Gomeran villages that in many respects continue traditions going back to pre-Spanish conquest.
You spend your two nights in the capital town of San Sebastian, following your journey from Tenerife. The next three nights are hotel to hotel in a variety of 2 - 3 star family run hotels and apartments, all offering a friendly welcome and delicious home cooked traditional meals. Your final two evenings are at the Hotel Gran Rey in the town of Valle Gran Rey or choose to upgrade to the fabulous Parador la Gomera. All are perfect bases from which you take in a variety of walks and treks, to see the best this island has to offer.
Arriving at the ferry port on La Gomera from Tenerife, you will then be transferred to your hotel for the next two nights in the capital town, San Sebastian. A pretty town with many colourful buildings, plazas and pedestrianised areas filled with shops and restaurants.
You stay at the Hotel Torre Del Conde
After a short transfer to the start of the walk you begin your trek in the mountains of La Gomera ascending through terraced landscapes and formerly cultivated fields passing herds of goats and flocks of sheep. You return to San Sebastian by bus (payable locally).
You stay at the Hotel Torre Del Conde (breakfast included)
Today starts with a 20-minute drive to La Laja, a small village at the edge of the national park. First you ascend, passing by impressive volcanic necks until you reach the Canarian laurel forest which is millions of years old. Then you descend passing the largest waterfall of the island before reaching Hermigua a fertile valley in the northern part of the island.
You stay at the Apartmentos Los Telares (breakfast)
The day starts with a short transfer. This is the toughest day with some steep ascents and descents mainly on well-maintained stone paths. You are rewarded however, with truly spectacular views. You pass an excellent Visitors’ Centre at Juego de Bolas before descending the stunning Vallehermoso valley.
You stay in Vallerhermoso (breakfast)
This is a magical, lengthy but gentler day’s walk which includes wandering through fabled woods a breath-taking ridge walk and excellent views. You cross the top ridge of the island through the old laurel forests of the Garajonay National Park, before descending to Chipude where you stay overnight.
You stay at the Hotel Sonia (breakfast)
Descend to the valley of the great king to walk through the remains of formerly cultivated terraces down to Valle Gran Rey. Wonderful views of the valley and the bells of free-range goats accompany you on your way to the sea where a refreshing dip in the blue Atlantic Ocean or hotel pool awaits you. From here, you can stay for the next two nights in Gran Rey, or choose the Parador La Gomera in San Sebastian, transfers will be provided.
You stay at the Hotel Gran Rey or upgrade to the Parador la Gomera (breakfast)
Relax for the day at the Parador, exploring San Sebastian at your leisure or if staying in Gran Rey, take our recommended walk along a scenic gorge walking and scrambling to reach one of the tallest waterfalls on the island. The perfect way to finish the week!
You stay at the Hotel Gran Rey or upgrade to the Parador la Gomera (breakfast)
Depart La Gomera harbour for your ferry back to Tenerife, and from there your onward journey home.
Breakfast is provided
During your holiday you stay at the following hotels. If you'd like to extend your time at any of these or, if you'd like to enhance your stay with an upgraded room, just let us know at the time of booking.
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The Hotel Sonia Chipude is located only a few miles from the Garajonay National Park. Each room has mountain views and there is a fabulous restaurant serving local traditional fare, a lively bar and a terrace from which to enjoy the stunning location. All the rooms are simply furnished and have a flat-screen TV, private bathrooms and a balcony with a garden view.
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Room upgrades: Sea View with balcony or Junior Suite.
Superior Room has twin beds with balcony and sea view, Junior Suites have a double bed and are larger rooms with balcony, sea view and own lounge area. Double beds are only possible in the Junior Suite, subject to availability.
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This 7 night self-guided walking holiday includes:
Hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of , , and hotels
All breakfasts included
Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
Comprehensive route directions provided prior to departure
Luggage transfers between hotels
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Holiday type
Self-guided walking Managed locally by Headwater appointed agent.
Departures
Meals
All breakfasts included
This holiday does not include any flights or rail.
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