Walk over the 2 islands of the Canary Islands. Discover Tenerife and walk through the fascinating landscape of the Cañadas and in the mountains of Anaga. Discover on the small sister island the enchanting landscape of the valley of El Golfo, the lava landscape of the south and the warmth of the island’s inhabitants. Book your hiking week between Tenerife and El Hierro now!
6 Fascinating routes between 2 islands:
Hiking on Tenerife and on El Hierro:
Includes 7 nights in small charming hotels, including breakfast. 6 self-guided walks on Tenerife and El Hierro. Includes a rental car in Tenerife, the local flight between Tenerife and El Hierro and taxi transfers in El Hierro. Enjoy hiking on Tenerife & El Hierro along one week !
Pick-up at the airport and transfer to the hotel in San Cristobal de La Laguna. On arrival at the hotel you will receive the necessary documents. We also offer you a video call to discuss the details of this programme.
+ La Laguna Gran Hotel (or similar - La Laguna)
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Day 2
TENERIFE ▸Anaga: Through the pristine north
Our driver will take you to the remote village of Afur, the starting point of this impressive route towards the rugged coast in the north of Tenerife.
Gradually, the path descends along the edge of the gorge to the sea and opens up a marvellous panorama with the blue sea in the background. The vegetation now appears as scrubland, very different from the beginning of the route.
The path reaches Tamadite beach and climbs again towards El Chorro through deserted terraces. Once in Taganana, the path heads south again, past La Cumbrecilla and back to Afur, from where we can return by bus (line 076) at 14:35 or 17:30.
12,4 km | + 799 m / -794 m
+ La Laguna Gran Hotel (or similar - La Laguna)
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Day 3
TENERIFE ▸ Taborno - Pico del Inglés - Santa Cruz
Today we discover the opposite side of Anaga, on a sunny descent to the capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
The bus (bus line 275) takes us to the hamlet of Taborno. From there we ascend to the Pico del Inglés (altitude 990 metres) and then begin a long descent towards the southern slope, in the direction of Valleseco.
With spectacular views of Mount Teide, the path follows old paths as it descends, showing the most populated side of Tenerife, with the bustling port of Santa Cruz as its climax.
A route full of contrasts that allows us to enjoy both the rural atmosphere and the more cosmopolitan side of the island of Tenerife.
15,9 km | + 543 m / -1.171 m
+ La Laguna Gran Hotel (or similar - La Laguna)
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Day 4
EL HIERRO ▸ El Golfo: the Lagartario and Punta Larga
Early morning transfer to Los Rodeos Airport for a 40-minute local flight to the island of El Hierro. On arrival in El Hierro, a taxi will pick you up to take you to the Lagartario and the Ecomuseo de Guinea, which are a must to understand the native fauna and the lifestyle of the island's first settlers. The Lagartario is a centre for the preservation and recovery of the giant lizard of El Hierro, in serious danger of extinction in the past and now fully recovered in the Roques de Salmor. The Ecomuseum of Guinea reflects the way of life of the primitive Spanish settlers after the occupation of the island, in their hard rural chores.
The route to Las Puntas is easy and follows the coastline after the visit to the Lagartario. It is a gentle descent between inhabited areas and mango and banana plantations. Las Puntas is home to the smallest hotel in the world, according to Guinness World Records. A primitive jetty next to the hotel facilitates bathing for the more daring. The bar-restaurant offers a fantastic chill-out atmosphere with spectacular views of the bay.
The path continues along the coast from Las Puntas to the natural pools of La Maceta. With a genuinely popular atmosphere, these busy natural pools offer unbeatable options for a final refreshing dip. At the agreed time, a taxi will pick you up to take you back to your hotel.
7 km | + 80 m / - 145 m
+ Hotel B. Pozo de La Salud (or similar - Sabinosa)
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Day 5
EL HIERRO ▸ The Jinama Way
Also known as the "Ruta de las Mudadas", not because of the absence of speech but because of the changes of residence that peasants made in the past on a temporary basis (they moved from one side of the island to the other using this route).
From San Andrés, the path heads towards the cliff of El Golfo on a gentle ascent through green meadows. Leaving the Ermita de La Caridad behind, the path zigzags along the cliff in a long descent through a leafy path towards Frontera.
In the final stretch, a few houses appear next to plots of farmland, with the peculiar shape of the Ermita de La Candelaria in front of you. After leaving Frontera, the path leads to the village of Los Llanillos, where the next accommodation is located.
12,1 km | + 240 m / - 1.176 m
+ Hotel B. Pozo de La Salud (or similar - Sabinosa)
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Day 6
EL HIERRO ▸ The Carboneras Route
A deep dive into the lush laurel forests of El Hierro. Starting from Hoya del Pino, the trail climbs up to the Pico del Malpaso through a vast and dense Monteverde until it reaches the summit.
From the top of Malpaso (1,502 metres above sea level) on clear days you can enjoy spectacular views of the island of La Palma and Pico del Teide on Tenerife.
The path follows the route to the summit, beginning a slow descent that takes us to the Ermita de San Salvador hermitage. Here begins a zigzagging path that descends steeply until it reaches Frontera, the most representative locality of El Golfo.
12,5 km | + 497 m / - 1.251 m
+ Hotel B. Pozo de La Salud (or similar - Sabinosa)
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Day 7
EL HIERRO ▸ Zero Meridian Path
Tras un breve traslado hasta el Mirador del Lomo Negro, la senda del
The Zero Meridian Path starts at Mirador del Lomo Negro, after a short transfer. Shortly you will reach the well-known trees of impossible shapes that the relentless wind has shaped.
The Ermita de Los Reyes is the most important place of worship for the people of El Hierro. The Patron Saint of the island motivates a secular procession four years later of great popularity throughout the population: the Bajada de La Virgen (Descent of the Virgin.
The path descends towards the Orchilla Lighthouse, crossing enclosures where cattle graze in absolute freedom. The route ends in an exotic volcanic landscape in the extreme southwest, also known as the Zero Meridian. Mapped by Ptolemy in antiquity, it was considered the westernmost point of the known world. And it is here that today you will find the Orchilla Lighthouse and the surprising Cueva del Acantilado. A route that will reveal the enormous variety of landscapes of this tiny island, with multiple types of vegetation, contrasting colours and peculiar cultural features.
14,6 km | + 609 m / - 849 m
+ Hotel B. Pozo de La Salud (or similar - Sabinosa)
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Day 8
Departure:
Possible extension of your stay on El Hierro or transfer on your own to the airport from Valverde.
TOUR LOCATION
Hike on 2 islands of the Canary Islands. Discover Tenerife on foot and hike through the fascinating landscape of the Cañadas at the foot of the imposing Teide. On the small sister island, discover the enchanting landscape of the El Golfo valley, the lava landscape of the south and the warmth of the locals. Book your hiking week between Tenerife and El Hierro now!
PRICES / SERVICES
Price 1.095 € per person in double room
The price include:
7 night accommodation with breakfast
Day 1 to day 3 hotel with breakfast (La Laguna - Tenerife.)
Day 4 to day 8 hotel with breakfast (Frontera - El Hierro)
6 hiking tours
Taxi transfers & line bus transfers
Baggages transfers
Maps & info material
Local flight between El Hierro + Tenerife on day 4
The price do NOT include:
Transfers in/out
Flights from/to your place of origin to the Canary Islands
It is also possible to book some additional overnight stays, before or after the hiking week, or an additional week to relax.
Difficulty
The hiking week is considered demanding. Not suitable for vertigo sufferers as some trails run through narrow passages. In some sections the trail can be slippery due to loose stones and / or wet parts, especially in rainy days. To participate and enjoy the routes, it is essential to have an adequate state of health and physical condition.
Walking trails
The islands have a well-signposted network of trails. All the sections through which our routes run are perfectly marked. In addition to precise directions, you will receive a detailed map of the island.
We recommend
Appropriate hiking clothing and sturdy footwear. During the routes, it is necessary to have food and enough drink, as well as sun protection, a hat, light windbreaker and in the winter months take into account warm clothing. We offer free chestnut wood canes.
Singles
The program is suitable for single travelers, although a supplement payment is mandatory.
Luggage transfer
We organize your luggage transfer from hotel to hotel. In this way, you should only need a backpack to be carried with the essentials for the day hike. For the whole trip, we recommend to use a single suitcase, not heavier than 20 kg.
reserves at any date are possible!
Price do not include flights, dinners, and picnics. Reserves at any date are possible!
Arrival to Tenerife
EL HIERRO ▸ The Carboneras Route 
