The perfect Road Trip through the Canary Islands
The 2021 volcanic eruption on La Palma, one of the most famous Canary Islands, changed the mindset of many travelers: is it still a holiday destination? Is it safe to travel there? Can you still enjoy nature and wildlife? Tourism is coming back to life in the Canary Islands. Here you will be able to know the point of view of Michael, a traveler who dared to do a 14-day road trip through La Palma, Tenerife and La Gomera.
Read about her amazing trip to be inspired to add a vacation to the beautiful Canary Islands to your list of future travel destinations.
La Palma: small but has it all
La Palma, also known as “La Isla Bonita”, is known for its beautiful nature and its incredible hiking trails. But the news of the eruption of the volcano, which lasted for more than 80 days, discouraged many travelers from visiting the island. For those who don’t know, only a small part of the island was damaged by the volcano, which means there is still plenty of nature and wildlife to see that was not endangered by the eruption.
From Michael’s perspective, it’s easy to avoid the surroundings of the volcano, the only thing you need to be aware of are the obstacles. The eruption created a lot of obstacles, which made it a bit more difficult and longer to get from one point to another. But since the island is so small, this detour is not as bad as it seems. Another thing to keep in mind is that some places may still be undergoing renovations, so it’s best to do some research on what you can and cannot do.
But apart from that, there is nothing you cannot do on La Palma after the volcanic eruption. It is one of the perfect places for hiking and water sports. One of Michael’s most exciting moments was climbing Fuente Nueva Peak, going above the clouds, to the top, where you can see the entire crater and be in awe of the view. With blue skies, sun on your face and an amazing view, and being all alone on top of the mountain. Wouldn’t you like to experience this too?
Tenerife: amazing nature
Tenerife is only a 30-minute flight from La Palma, making it a must if you are already on La Palma. This island is the largest of the Canary Islands and offers thousands of things to do at any time of the year. Although some activities close depending on the weather, Tenerife is a great holiday destination for everyone.
While La Palma has a calm and peaceful atmosphere, Tenerife, on the other hand, has a livelier atmosphere, as more tourists are attracted to travel there. With all the resorts available, this island is the perfect destination for families and travelers looking for a relaxing vacation. But don’t let the resorts fool you, Tenerife is also a great destination for adventurers and nature lovers. Tenerife is home to Teide, a dormant volcano and also the highest peak in Spain, here you can find amazing hiking trails as well as in the Anaga mountains and Teno mountains. So head to the nearest visitor center and find out which hiking trail is best for you.
Just a ferry from Tenerife, you will find La Gomera. This is the second smallest of the Canary Islands, and you might think there isn’t much to see, but this is the definition of a hiker’s paradise. So if you were thinking of doing just a day trip to La Gomera, rethink it, since it has a lot of nature to discover and here you will experience the traditional Canarian charm.
