Where is La Gomera?
La Gomera is one of the Canary Islands of Spain, situated in the Atlantic Ocean, just off the coast of Africa. It is located off the west coast of Tenerife and is the second-smallest Canary Island.
La Gomera
From thrilling outdoor pursuits to tranquil escapes, La Gomera offers a unique experience to nature lovers, hikers, and peace-seekers. The island boasts diverse flora and fauna within its valleys, mountain ranges, and in the heart of the ancient Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The island preserves its deep cultural roots, featuring the Silbo Gomero whistling language and charming rural hamlets.
Natural Magic
Exceptional landscapes are never far away
From a distance, La Gomera might appear as an impenetrable fortress, its landscape defined by soaring rock walls. White specks of houses seem daringly placed on inaccessible crags. The natural spaces are the true magical essence of the island, offering infinite hiking trails, dizzying viewpoints, and charming little villages within a spectacular natural environment.
Where should I visit in La Gomera?
Garajonay National Park
Garajonay National Park is home to an exceptional laurel forest, a humid, subtropical vegetation type that once covered much of Southern Europe. Enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the park covers approximately 11% of La Gomera, sprawling over an area of about 15 square miles. Its dense green forest, interspersed with rocky peaks, hidden springs and brooks, and connected by an extensive network of hiking trails, showcases an extraordinary biodiversity.
Mirador de Abrante
Nestled high above the town of Agulo on La Gomera island, the Mirador de Abrante offers a staggering panorama of the Atlantic Ocean and Tenerife’s Mount Teide in the distance. Known as one of the most spectacular viewpoints on the island, this vantage point sits around 625 meters above sea level. Mirador de Abrante also features a glass skywalk, a protruding platform with a glass floor, which provides visitors with the thrilling sensation of floating above the picturesque valley and sea underneath.
San Sebastian
Despite being the capital of La Gomera, San Sebastian presents more of a quaint, charming ambience instead of the bustling character common to most capital cities. It also hosts the main port where ferries from Tenerife dock, making it a focal point of the island. If you are planning to stay in La Gomera for a few days, earmarking some time to roam the peaceful streets of San Sebastian is well worth it. Augmenting its appeal, the town features two delightful urban beaches - Playa de la Cueva and Playa de San Sebastian, offering visitors a perfect spot for seaside relaxation and leisure.