About this tour
A 4-hour loop through La Palma's volcanic interior and coastal towns, departing from Los Cancajos or the airport. You'll climb through pine forests to La Caldera de Taburiente's rim, where clear days reveal the enormous crater basin, then descend through El Paso to the western towns of Los Llanos de Aridane and Tazacorte before returning via mountain refuges and coastal viewpoints. All routes customisable to your starting point.
Highlights
- La Concepción Viewpoint opening views across the island
- La Cumbre Highway drive through native Canary pine
- La Cumbrecita crater overlook on clear days
- Puerto de Tazacorte fishing village and harbour
- El Pilar Refuge mountain stop with coastal perspective
- Mirador del Jable coastal edge viewpoint
- Vehicle-based flexibility—no hiking required
What to expect
You'll spend most of the journey in the vehicle, rising gradually from sea level towards the island's spine. The higher sections offer panoramic stops where you leave the car briefly to absorb views into the caldera or across to the coast. Descending the western slope, the landscape shifts from volcanic ridge to agricultural valleys and fishing ports. The El Pilar Refuge marks a turning point where the route curves back towards the shoreline, building in perspectives rather than repeating terrain. Pace is unhurried; your guide handles navigation.
Good to know
Bring a light layer for altitude; temperatures drop noticeably above 1,500m. Prams and infant seats are available. The route works year-round, though visibility into the caldera depends on weather. Public transport alternatives exist if you prefer not to book a private vehicle.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.