Hiking in the park of the Caldera de Taburiente on La Palma

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The best hiking route around Caldera de Taburiente

Start of the Adventure:

• Meeting Points: The tour starts with pick-ups at various points on La Palma, including Fuencaliente, Los Cancajos and Santa Cruz de la Palma.
• Transfer to Los Brecitos: From Los Llanos de Aridane, you will travel in an all-terrain bus to the Los Brecitos viewpoint, the starting point of the hike.

The Hiking Route:

• Descent through the Caldera: You’ll start your hike enjoying panoramic views of the mountains. The trail takes you through a landscape of rocky vegetation, under the shade of Canary Island pines and cedars.
• Bird Watching: Keep your eyes open for local birds as you follow the PR LP 13 trail into the heart of the park.
• Crossing streams: Get ready to cross wooden bridges and streams, immersing yourself in the pristine nature of the park.

Highlight: The Cascade of Colours:

• Bathing at Taburiente Beach: Before reaching the waterfall, enjoy a refreshing swim in the waters of Taburiente Beach.
• Cascada de Colores: Continue to the Cascada de Colores, a natural spectacle where minerals have painted the rock in bright colours.

Return

• Barranco de Las Angustias: The return route takes you through the Barranco de Las Angustias ravine, where you can admire unique volcanic formations.
• End of the tour: The tour concludes with a bus ride back to the original meeting points.

Tips for the Tour:

• Dress and Footwear: Wear comfortable hiking shoes and a jacket, especially between October and June, as it can get cold in the mountains.
• Sun protection: Don’t forget a hat and sunscreen to protect you from the sun.
• Hydration and food: Bring water and snacks to keep your energy up during the tour.

Final Considerations:

• Duration: The tour has a total duration of approximately 6 hours, including transfer time.
• Route Changes: Please note that, due to weather conditions, the route may vary.

This route through the Caldera de Taburiente is not just a trail, it is an immersion in the geological and natural history of La Palma, an experience that connects you with the very essence of the island.

What will you see on the Caldera de Taburiente National Park tour?

1. Caldera de Taburiente

The Caldera de Taburiente, the jewel of La Palma, is a must for nature lovers. This national park is a geological spectacle, where the night sky is revealed in all its splendour and the trails wind through a landscape of monumental pine trees. To appreciate its grandeur, there is nothing better than to walk its trails or visit the El Paso visitor centre, followed by a panoramic view from the La Cumbrecita viewpoint, where the caldera is displayed in all its majesty.

2. Barranco de Las Angustias and the Cascada de Colores (Coloured Waterfall)

In the heart of the Caldera de Taburiente National Park lies the Barranco de Las Angustias ravine, home to the enchanting Cascada de Colores waterfall. This natural wonder, almost hidden in a bend of the ravine, is a spectacle of green, yellow and orange hues, created by the iron dissolved in the water and adorned by algae and mosses. A walk along the path to this waterfall reveals a palette of colours that varies with the seasons and the flow of the water, offering a unique visual experience.

3. Taburiente Beach

Within the National Park, away from the coast, is Taburiente Beach, an oasis of tranquillity. Here, creeks and rounded gravel border the Taburiente stream, one of the few continuous watercourses in the Canary Islands. The Los Brecitos path leads to this special beach, through Canary Island pine forests and into the cool, crystal-clear waters of the stream. Surrounded by spectacular escarpments and riparian vegetation, Playa de Taburiente is a perfect place to relax and connect with nature.

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