Parque Nacional de Garajonay
Parque Nacional de Garajonay
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A misty rain forest full of mystery and romance: great for hiking.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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oppad
Haarlem, The Netherlands126 contributions
Jan 2020
Be sure to take some hikes through the park while visiting the island. It truly is a great experience walking through the mystical, foggy or cloudy laurel forest, with the moss-covered trees. I think that the northern part is a bit more foggy, so the trees will be more covered with moss. There are several different hikes for all levels and distances. Info is available on line or at the tourist info centers. Be sure to check the weather and dress appropriately.
Written 20 January 2020
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Francesco1664
Aosta, Italy83 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
Choosing in advance the path that suits your needs is fundamental, each being different from the other. There are plenty of them to meet all expectations, I would say. Just inquire first at the official page of the Park, very detailed, and you have all the various routes available, in order to evaluate difficulties, travel times, average altitude gain and anything else to enter in total safety. Amazement and fun are virtually assured, and the "effort" well paid off.
No need to book anything. Just arrive well organized, especially with suitable clothing and sufficient kinds of comfort, to fully enjoy this charming place and its surroundings.
Alone worth the trip to the island!!!
No need to book anything. Just arrive well organized, especially with suitable clothing and sufficient kinds of comfort, to fully enjoy this charming place and its surroundings.
Alone worth the trip to the island!!!
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Written 16 September 2024
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CesarettiDaSpoleto
Paris, France740 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
Take in as much oxygen that you can during the many walks through the woods. Stop at the miradors along the way to take some great shots of the views. Pick your walks carefully based on your hiking skills and bring the bare necessary
Written 6 November 2020
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Bidule05
France1,918 contributions
May 2020
We hiked in the beautiful national park of Garajonay.
The pleasant path led us to the foot of the fine El Cedro waterfall, which is the highest waterfall in La Gomera island. We saw that the the primary forest was preserved in the national park with many beautiful flowwers. We made a short stop at the little chapel of Lourdes before plunging into the laurels and heather trees!!!
A pleasant hike!
The pleasant path led us to the foot of the fine El Cedro waterfall, which is the highest waterfall in La Gomera island. We saw that the the primary forest was preserved in the national park with many beautiful flowwers. We made a short stop at the little chapel of Lourdes before plunging into the laurels and heather trees!!!
A pleasant hike!
Written 17 April 2021
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Sl0w2anger
London, UK106 contributions
Jan 2023
Really spectacular volcanic vistas and scenery. All the walks we tackled were really strenuous even though we think we are pretty fit and used to walking in the UK. Fantastic walking weather in January through agave, prickly pear and date palms.
Written 19 January 2023
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Phil
Thessaloniki, Greece2,717 contributions
Jan 2022 • Solo
Small visitor center with small exhibition center and cafe. UNESCO Heritage. Play Ground. Children area. Great fir picnic to. Free entry. Can be very cold/chillly dress accordinaly.
Written 15 January 2022
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Newquaygreen1
Newquay, UK967 contributions
Jan 2022
Stayed in La Gomera for 5 days and wished we were her for longer, the trekking g walks are amazing.
We walked in the Garajonay National Park on several walks and were very impressed with the variety of nature and the quietness of it all.
No litter, well sign posted and a bus service is available but check return times! A car may make more sense but research well to get it right.
Take plenty of water and snacks, not many options for food stops but those that exist are very good.
You need really good footwear too as some of the trails are very rocky, trek poles would be worth considereing.
Don't forget your camera!
We walked in the Garajonay National Park on several walks and were very impressed with the variety of nature and the quietness of it all.
No litter, well sign posted and a bus service is available but check return times! A car may make more sense but research well to get it right.
Take plenty of water and snacks, not many options for food stops but those that exist are very good.
You need really good footwear too as some of the trails are very rocky, trek poles would be worth considereing.
Don't forget your camera!
Written 4 January 2022
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Muttenz, Switzerland1,432 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
The landscape there seems to us extremely mythical and eerily fascinating! Numerous stops and parking spaces make it easy to explore the surrounding area or discover on foot. Hiking enthusiasts can be enchanted by the beauty of the landscape by meeting rough mountain landscapes and the impressive Laurel Forest. If the mist also settles over the scenery, the magic of the surroundings is hard to top!
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Written 11 July 2024
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AmericaHolidaylover
England, UK189 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Fantastic scenic hike with tour guide ulli through the Garajonay national park.
Breathtaking views above & below the clouds. Steep paths/steps both up & down the mountains but ok for all ages. Would definitely recommend.
Just one thing to add,, please don’t end the tour asking for tips,, just ruins it for me.
Breathtaking views above & below the clouds. Steep paths/steps both up & down the mountains but ok for all ages. Would definitely recommend.
Just one thing to add,, please don’t end the tour asking for tips,, just ruins it for me.
Written 29 September 2023
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MTN1983
Edinburgh, UK61 contributions
Dec 2011 • Couples
Did a selection of walks in the national park on our recent break. We hadn't brought any walking maps/books with us and the visitors centre at the Laguna was closed. Fortunately the park has clear signs and parking for lots of walking routes dotted along the main roads and each is clearly signposted along the way. The ones we did were all largely within the cool forest with a some great viewpoints along the way. Highlight was one starting at the Laguna (think it was route 14) that wound its way up to Garonjay the highest point on the island. Please be aware that we found the estimated times for each route to be conservative. We are by no means fit hikers yet the 6 hour route took us around 3 hours. Can't guarantee this is the case for all routes so obviously leave yourself enough time and daylight!
Written 20 December 2011
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Hi, are dogs allowed in the national park, can’t find any info on this online. I have a small 6kg dog. Thank you
Written 29 August 2022
Hello,
May I ask someone where we can sleep in the park? Is there some hotels or cottages?
Thank you!
Written 15 October 2019
Hi.
No, you can't sleep in the park.
However, there is a "camping" (Camping La Vista-El Cedro) very close to "El Cedro" that offers accommodation. From the camping you can make several routes within the park.
You have all the information on the website: "Camping La Vista-El Cedro"
Written 16 October 2019
Hola, precisarÃa información sobre la excursión a la Gomera principalmente el parque de Garajonay Partimos desde Tenerife sur y los horarios de los ferrys son bastante ajustados sobretodo la vuelta
Written 13 August 2019
Siehe aktuelle Verbindungen im Internet.
Written 5 October 2019
hola, me gustaria saber que excursion desde el parque seria mas bonita y no muy larga, pues vamos con un niño de 7 años y nos gustaria ver in situ el corazon del parque, gracias.
Written 20 October 2018
Serh viele verschiedene Wege, manche kurz, manche lang. Ich bin 74 und konnte alle gehen. Gesunder Junge mit 7 Jahren kann fast alles gehen.
Written 14 August 2019
Can i just get the ferry from Tenerife then get around La Gomera ?
Written 6 May 2017
We hired a car once we got to La Gomera but when we go next year we're going to hire a car from Tenerife Airport and take it on the ferry. La Gomera is stunning but you need a car unless you are happy to spend time in one of the tourist resorts. If you are a walker or want some independence I recommend car rental throughout your stay.
Written 6 June 2017
Hi, did you go on an tour or by yourself?
Written 7 March 2017
Hi, it was an organised trip from Hungary.
As I know, Norwegian Fred Olsen is the largest "local" agent, I saw their boats at Tenerife leaving from Los Cristianos, buses on La Gomera, etc. I was told that local Sapnish tourist agencies are not really common in that area. Enjoy your trip!
Written 24 March 2017
Ciao. Avrei una domanda: hai fatto l'usersione da sola o ti sei affidata a delle guide?
Written 31 January 2017
Io sono stato senza guide mi sono affidato ad amici che vivono la... cmq non credo che ce ne sia bisogno basta una cartina con i sentieri non credo sia rischioso.
Written 11 February 2017
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