Excursion Scenic drive, ravines & mountain villages of la gomera tour at San Sebastián de la Gomera

This beautiful route will provide you with astonishing views of the most impressive ravines in La Gomera. Drive though charming small mountain villages and visit the magical Garajonay National Park and its surroundings with views of Valle Gran Rey and La Fortaleza de Chipude.

Los Roques & Island Ravines

Depart the pier for a 40-minute scenic coach ride driving through some of the most impressive ravines of the island. Your first stop is at Los Roques viewpoint to admire the majestic volcanic rock outcrops towering over the luxuriant vegetation below.

Garajonay National Park & Silbo Gomero

Disembark the coach at The UNESCO World Heritage Site Garajonay National Park, la Gomera's great natural treasure with its forests of lush, deep green, laurel-like trees that crown the rugged center of the island. Laurel forest are now found in very few places in the world, being the Canary Islands and specially, Garajonay National Park one of the best locations. Enjoy a lively stroll towards Laguna Grande and enjoy a short coffee break within the park, while enjoying the UNESCO-listed intangible cultural Heritage Silbo Gomero, indigenous speech to La Gomera.

Punta de Belete & Igualero lookouts

Re-board the coach and head to Punta de Belete lookout where you will have the opportunity to admire the enchanting Valle Gran Rey. The magnanimity of its rocky walls which guard the fertile and wide valley encased in an imposing canyon is an opportunity not to be missed. This spectacular Valle was named after Hupalupa, a Gomero king who led the Gomero's rebellion in 1488.

Continue your journey towards Igualero lookout, to enjoy wonderful landscapes views of deep, green cliffs ending at the imposing blue sea. This lookout is located near the Ermita de San Francisco de Asís, which borders with Garajonay National Park.

Points of interests

points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Los Roques lookout, Garajonay National Park - Laguna Grande, Punta del Belete lookout, Igualero lookout, Crive by Igualero, Fortaleza de Chipude and El cerco

Note

Please note: This tour involves little physical activity. Participants must walk a total of 350 metres and few steps on the bus and on the various lookouts, including a 300 metres walk of easy level in La Laguna. Guests who do not wish to do it can stay in the bus. Some of the lookouts have unpaved surfaces. Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing and hiking shoes or boots. Bring a hat, sunscreen and a light windproof jacket. Children aged 6 years and over may participate. The tour order may vary.