Departure 22 January 2025Description
Explore the Untouched La Gomera on the GR131
Discover the rugged and pristine beauty of La Gomera on this 8-day group trip along the iconic GR131 and GR132. This trip is specially designed for adventurous hikers seeking a unique experience on the Canary Islands. Over the course of five hiking days, you’ll cover a total of 77 km, from east to west across the island, and explore the breathtaking Garajonay National Park and the hidden wonders of La Gomera.
The journey begins with a ferry ride from Tenerife to La Gomera, followed by the start of your hiking adventure. You’ll walk through volcanic landscapes, green valleys, and ancient forests while experiencing the rich culture of the island.
Why Choose This Hiking Trip on La Gomera?
✔ 8-day trip with 5 hiking days, perfect for an active holiday
✔ 75 km of hiking through La Gomera’s untouched landscape
✔ Visit the Garajonay National Park, famous for its misty laurel forests and unique flora
✔ Unique hiking experience along the famous GR131 trail from east to west
✔ Small group (max. 8 people) for a personalized and social experience
✔ Guided by a local expert who will teach you all about the island and its nature
✔ Transport and luggage transfer included – no worries about your luggage as it’s transferred from hotel to hotel
✔ Authentic and comfortable accommodations, selected to optimize your hiking experience
Hike Through the Pristine Nature of La Gomera
La Gomera is a hidden gem of the Canary Islands. The island is covered in ancient laurel forests and deep ravines, which you’ll explore during this journey. The Garajonay National Park is the highlight of the trip and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, you’ll find very old forests, misty mountains, and unforgettable views of the island.
Along your route, you’ll pass through traditional villages where you’ll learn about La Gomera’s unique culture, including the famous Silbo Gomero, a whistled language used by the island’s residents to communicate across the island’s deep ravines.
The route involves significant elevation changes but is manageable for hikers with good fitness. On average, you’ll walk about 15 km per day, with occasional challenging climbs and breathtaking vistas.
Who Is This Hiking Trip Suitable For?
This trek is ideal for adventurous hikers looking for an active vacation and who love nature. The route is challenging, but it’s doable for anyone used to walking long distances every day.
Book Your Hiking Adventure on La Gomera
Don’t miss out on this unique hiking experience on La Gomera! Sign up now for this 8-day group trip along the GR131 and discover the best of this untouched island. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait too long!
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- Trekking along special views
- Maximum 8 people
- Alto de Jarajonay
- special valleys
- Special overnight stays Casas Rurales
- Hiking island par excellence
- The whistle on La Gomera
- Vallehermoso
1 | Arrival at Tenerife South Airport and transfer to La Gomera
When you arrive at our accommodation, you can recover from the flight and the ferry crossing on the first day. San Sebastián has a nice car-free center with shops and restaurants. While enjoying a drink you will receive an explanation about the journey.
2 | Uphill
The start of the first stage is immediately a tough one. We have to climb a lot, that’s why we don’t make many kilometers this day. When we have arrived at altitude, we can treat ourselves to a cooling drink at the restaurant. Then we will be taken back to San Sebastián.
Distance: 9 km
Altitude difference: +1047 up / -96 down
3 | The middle mountains
In the morning, after leaving our accommodation, we go with a transfer to the place where we ended. We continue our journey on a very nice part of the GR131 on La Gomera. Don’t forget your camera! We walk to the highest point Alto Garajonay. In the afternoon we arrive in Chipude. A small village with a real mountain hotel.
Distance: 16.6 km
Altitude difference: +848 up / -686 down
4 | The beautiful valley
Today the first part goes up and down alternately. Until we enter the Garajonay nature reserve in the middle of the island. From then on the path takes us mostly downhill. Finally we have a beautiful view over the valley with the appropriate name Vallehermoso, ‘beautiful valley’. After a long descent we arrive at a cozy atmospheric hotel. We have reached the end of the GR131! A short, but one of the most beautiful routes. La Gomera is the perfect walking island for a reason.
Distance: 14.5 km
Altitude difference: +407 up / -1298 down
5 | The coast
From Vallehermoso we walk towards the coast, but before we actually get there, we first climb to 800 meters! During the walk we regularly have a beautiful view of Tenerife with the El Teide volcano high above the clouds. It is a tough walk, but at the end of the trip we come home to a comfortable hotel.
Distance: 17 km
Height difference: +1147 up / -1125 down
6 | Last but not least
This last trip is not the least! Gradually we rise to over 1000 meters. Enjoy this last trip! At the end we arrive in San Sebastián where we can look back with satisfaction on a tough trek on a beautiful and unique island.
Distance: 17 km
Altitude difference: +1098 up / -763 down
7 | Free day
Enjoy your day off in San Sebastian.
*If you have an early return flight, it is possible to go to Tenerife on the day off.
8 | Return trip
With an organized transfer you go to the airport for the flight home.
Inclusive
- Travel time: 8 days
- Return transfer airport Tenerife south – port
- Return ferry crossing
- Welcome drink
- Organized hiking trip over 75 km
- Accommodations with breakfast
- Luggage transport
- Hiking pin
- Travel guarantee STO
Exclusive
- Outward and return journey
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- All meals and drinks except breakfast
- Booking costs
- Possible single room supplement
- Transfers outside the program
- Any additional costs transfer from Tenerife North airport
Our special accommodations
The hiking pin of the GR131
Our unique hiking pin. Each island has its own color. You get this hiking pin when you complete the GR131 Camino Naturales on one of the seven islands. With a group tour you get this at the end of the trip. With an individual trip you take a stamp ticket with you that you have signed off at various locations. With this card you will receive your earned hiking pin. You are eligible for this if the trip is booked with Canary Hiking!
Colors
Each island has its own color. Did you walk the 630 km and save all the colors together? Then you will receive a unique pin from us!
Distance
77 km
Difficulty
Hard
Up
2393 m.
Down
2218 m.
🥾 Conquer the Canary Islands, Collect Unique Pins! 🏅
Trek the GR131 Camino Naturales and collect a special Canary Hiking pin for each completed island – each in a unique color to symbolize your achievement!
Group trip? Receive your colorful pin at the end of the tour.
Solo adventurer? Collect stamps on your card at each milestone and we will send your pin!
Can I help you further?
Non-binding and personal. I would like to help you further, via e-mail, telephone or whatsapp button on the site. We are available 7 days a week. During the weekend it can take a few hours before you can get a response from me.
