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THE CANARY ISLANDS 2008

The Island of La Palma

This island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the most beautiful islands of the Canaries. It has nearly all the typical Canarias landscapes: green laurel forests in the north, high mountain range over 2000 metres, a National Park with one of the biggest calderas in the world, and gorgeous pine forest. This self-guided programme is ten days long, so we can show you the best areas of the island, but can be shortened to 8 days, by leaving out one of the walks and the free day.

PRICE

£495 per person (based on two people sharing), minimum two people. Single supplement on request.

INCLUDED

9 nights accommodation: 3x in Barlovento in ***hotel with WC/shower, telephone, TV, swimming pool; 3 x in Santa Cruz in ***hotel with WC/shower; 3 x in Los Llanos in **apartment with WC/shower, kitchen, balcony, swimming pool. 9 x breakfast. Transfers as described in the programme. Luggage transportation to each accommodation. Maps and route instructions.

NOT INCLUDED

Travel from/to home, drinks, personal expenses.

WHEN TO GO 2008 
Throughout the year

To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Arrival in La Palma. Transfer from La Palma airport to the green north of the island. Your accommodation for the first three nights is in Barlovento (550m).

Day 2: The “camino real” of the North. Starting directly from the hotel we reach the huge “dragon trees” of La Tosca and from its panoramic view you can enjoy the marvellous coastline of the island. 6 canyons lead between La Tosca and Franceses (450m). 4,5 h, +500 m, -500 m

Day 3: The Biosphere Reservation of Los Tiles. Transfer to 'Casa del Monte' (1100m). This amazing tour crosses several water tunnels (bring a torch) to the springs of 'Marcos' and 'Corderos', which provide large parts of La Palma with fresh water. From there descend through pine and laurel forest to the biosphere reservation visitor centre (400m). Transfer to hotel. 5 h, +250 m, -900 m.

Day 4: The Forest of Cubo de La Galga. Transfer to La Galga, a small village on the east side of La Palma and walk through one of the most beautiful laurel forest on the island. The circular path passes by a spectacular view point and descends through old agriculture fields. Transfer to Santa Cruz, your accommodation for three nights. 4 h, +300 m, -300 m.

Day 5: Crossing the peaks of the Caldera. Transfer to the beginning of the route. We walk along the highest mountains of La Palma from “Pico de la Nieve” (2235m) to “Roque de los Muchachos” (2426m). Fine views into the bassin of La Caldera and to the neighbour islands of Tenerife, La Gomera and El Hierro throughout the walk. Transfer to Santa Cruz. 4 h, +500 m, -200 m.

Day 6: Free day. Our suggestion: visit the historical centre of Santa Cruz de La Palma or spend the day at the beaches of Los Cancajos.

Day 7: Crossing from East to West. Transfer to the “Mirador de la cumbre” (900m), where we start walking along the historical path which connected the most important harbours of the island, Santa Cruz and Tazacorte. From “Reventon” pass (1450 m) we enjoy the changeable landscapes from the humid east to the dry west. Transfer to Los Llanos to our accommodation for the last three days. 4,5 h, +600 m, -750 m.

Day 8: The National Park of Taburiente. A 4x4 taxi will enter us to the starting point within the National Park (1200m). Through pine trees the footpath leads to the most beautiful region of La Palma: a deep basin surrounded by the Caldera peaks, springs, waterfalls, rocks and very singular vegetation. Descend through the canyon of “Angustias” and transfer to Los Llanos. 4,5 h, -900 m.

Day 9: The volcanic tour. Transfer to Refugio El Pilar (1450m). Walk along the volcanic area of Cumbre Vieja, where there were a number of eruptions last century, to the village of Fuencaliente (750m), famous for its wine. Transfer to Los Llanos. 5,5 h, +500 m, -1200 m, (ca. 22 km)

Day 10: Departure. Transfer to La Palma airport.

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

Moderate – reasonable fitness required. Good paths but due to the volcanic nature of the area, there are some loose rocks and walkers need good balance and confidence walking among mountains.

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HIGHLIGHTS

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WEATHER

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

3 nights in La Palma Romantica www.hotellapalmaromantica.com
3 nights in Santa Cruz in Hotel Maritimo www.hotelmaritimo.com
3 nights in Los Llanos in an 'apparthotel' Apartmentos Dona Paquita www.paquitalapalma.com
If the above are unavailable, similar accommodation may be used instead.

GETTING THERE

Short flight from Tenerife North. There is also a ferryboat (once a day from Tenerife currently at 20.00, return at 06.30).

WHAT TO TAKE:

Walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack),
rucksack/day pack, water bottle, insect repellent, sunglasses, sun hat,
sun block/cream, compass, torch, mobile phone, container for sandwiches
and a first-aid kit.

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks  at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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