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La Gomera (Fred Olsen)

One day Tour to La Gomera from Tenerife

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Description

This tour will start from the port of Los Cristianos , located in the south of Tenerife taking the ferry to San Sebastián de La Gomera , port and capital of the second island The smallest of the Canary Islands, La Gomera .

Once at this point the ascent to the Garajonay National Park begins with its typical forest of the Tertiary period. You will stop at Mirador de la Degollada de Peraza and you will have the opportunity to contemplate a good stretch of the Laja ravine.

You will follow the route through the Palmita , going straight into the National Park until you reach the small villages of Las Rosas and Agulo located to the north of the island of La Gomera. There, you will have time to have lunch in a typical gomero restaurant where you will make a live demonstration of the well-known Silbo Gomero, a peculiar method of communication.

If the time allows after lunch, Where you will have an opportunity to appreciate the Game of Balls (closed on Mondays).

The return will be made by the Hermigua Valley to San Sebastián, where You will be able to see the last historical redoubts of the passage of Cristobal Colón before its departure to the American Continent with Torre del Conde or La Casa de Colón.

Included: - Lunch (new from 01.05.2019):

New for this summer season, we offer a Superior Menu that consists of:

Watercress cream Bread, mojo rojo. (traditional Canarian sauce) Chicken fillet with sautéed vegetables and rice; or filet of white fish with mojo verde and sautéed rice with vegetables and wrinkled potatoes Leche asada (Canarian crême caramel) and banana Still water, red wine or white wine

- Air-conditioned bus transportation. - Ticket for Fast Ferry (Fred Olsen), 35 min. - Tour guide. - Visit to the Garajonay National Park.

Start time: At 8:00 approximately. Duration: 10 hours approximately.

Note: The tour starts once all participants are on the bus.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Required identity documentation. Customers must present their passport or identity documentation to board the ferry. Failure to prove identity may lead to passengers being denied access to the ferry.

Information

Suitable for people with disabilities or with reduced mobility.

A máximum of 2 wheelchairs per bus.

Priority seats on the front of the bus.

The degree of disability must allow the person to get on the bus assisted by an accompanying person.

Health and safety protocol. Please refer to our anti-COVID-19 measures.

Fred Olsen Prevention measures anti-COVID-19:

• Each client must wear their own mask throughout the whole trip.
• The cleaning procedures have been reinforced.
• Disinfectant gel will be available at all access points, cafeterias, and shops.
• The availability of seats is reduced to ensure more space between travellers.
• The seats are disinfected with certified products.
• Special signalling has been arranged to ensure that the recommended distance is kept.
• Preferential payment by credit card in the shop and cafeteria.
• The staff has been trained in specific hygiene and cleaning measures, and in assistance to passengers with symptoms.

Free Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the excursion. If you cancel within 24 hours of the excursion, there will not be a refund.

Ferry to La Gomera From Tenerife + Guided Day Trips

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If you want to take a day trip to La Gomera from Tenerife , you’ll be happy to hear that there are several great options. First, you can take the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife on your own, which I’ll tell you how to do it in this guide. Alternatively, you can take an organized tour to see this small but beautiful Canary Island without worrying about anything.

La Gomera is one of the nicest Canary Islands where you can enjoy lovely scenery, quiet natural areas, and charming small towns. One of the must-sees in La Gomera is Garajonay National Park, and all of the excursions from Tenerife to La Gomera include this place in the itinerary. That’s why visiting La Gomera is considered one of the best excursions in Tenerife .

La Gomera from Tenerife guided day trips

If you’d like to take a guided boat trip to La Gomera from Tenerife , I like this excursion from Tenerife South and this one from Tenerife North. There are other great options for any Tenerife trip , so keep reading to see all of the available tours.

On the other hand, given its close proximity, lots of tourists choose to hop on a ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera . This way, they can explore the island on their own and even bring their rental car along. It’s the most practical option if you want to travel in total freedom. I recommend booking your tickets on the DirectFerries website, which shows up-to-date prices and timetables for the Tenerife to La Gomera ferry .

I’ll explain more about how to take the ferry below, and if you’re interested in visiting other Canary Islands by boat, I recommend reading our guide on ferries in Tenerife .

Ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife

Apart from renting a yacht in Tenerife , the ferry is one of the best ways to get from one Canary Island to another. Plus, if you’re renting a car in Tenerife , you can bring it on the ferry, then drive around La Gomera in complete freedom.

Currently, two companies offer boat trips from Tenerife to La Gomera : Fred Olsen Express and Naviera Armas. Each has its own pricing and schedules, so I recommend comparing them on DirectFerries so you can find the best deal.

The reason I like booking through DirectFerries is that you can manage any changes and cancel your trip through the platform, no matter which company you’re traveling with. Plus, it works just like a search engine, finding the cheapest ferry prices to La Gomera from Tenerife .

The ferries to La Gomera from Tenerife depart from the port of Los Cristianos in Tenerife South and connect to San Sebastián de La Gomera. The journey takes about 50 minutes, but the schedules and frequency of boats may vary depending on the time of year. Also, this is one of the busiest routes, so try to book as early as possible.

The price of the ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera ranges from €37.50 to €79.50. Also, since the ferry to La Gomera is from Los Cristianos in Tenerife South, you’ll have to take a bus to the port of Los Cristianos if you’re staying in the northern part of the island. In that case, you should factor bus fare and travel time into your itinerary.

Tenerife – La Gomera ferry prices

The price for a Tenerife – La Gomera ferry ticket generally starts at €45 one-way (€90 round-trip). Of course, the price may vary depending on the time of year, how far in advance you book, and other factors. Kids age 4 and under can usually travel for free.

Also, if you ride the ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera with a car , you’ll have to pay an extra fee of about €20, making the total €65 for a one-way trip (€130 round-trip). You can check the updated prices by clicking the link below:

Tenerife to La Gomera ferry timetable

The first ferry to La Gomera from Los Cristianos, Tenerife departs at 8:45 a.m., while the last one leaves at 9:00 p.m. The total travel time via ferry is about 50 minutes.

Be aware that the frequency and timetables for the Tenerife – La Gomera ferry may change throughout the year, so it’s always a good idea to check in advance. Don’t worry too much though because you can find ferries traveling every day of the week.

I recommend looking at the DirectFerries website to see the most up-to-date information about schedules and fares.

Best day trips from La Gomera to Tenerife

It’s also very common, especially for travelers who are short on time, to book a boat trip to La Gomera from Tenerife that includes their ferry ticket and transportation around the island. Here are the 6 best excursions to choose from:

1. Best excursion to La Gomera from Tenerife South

If you’re looking for a day trip to La Gomera from Tenerife South , I recommend this one . It departs from the port of Los Cristianos and travels to San Sebastián de La Gomera, where a bus will be waiting to take you around the island.

During the tour, you’ll visit Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The scenery here is like something out of a fairy tale, and the laurel forest also serves as a habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna.

This day trip to La Gomera from Tenerife continues with a demonstration of the silbo gomero , a whistled language only known by some locals, who use it to communicate through valleys and ravines. You’ll also pass by the Chipude Fortress, El Cercado, and the Roque de Agando, as well as some other points of interest in San Sebastián de La Gomera, such as the Church of the Assumption.

Without a doubt, this is one of the best boat trips to La Gomera from Tenerife if you’re short on time but still want to discover the island’s main attractions. The tour also includes lunch, so you can refuel for the second half of your adventure.

• Highlights : Garajonay National Park, Chipude Fortress, El Cercado, Roque de Agando, San Sebastián de La Gomera, and silbo gomero demonstration
• Duration : 9 hours
• Departs from : Port of Los Cristianos, Tenerife South
• Price from : €96

2. Best excursion to La Gomera from Tenerife North

Don’t worry if you’re in northern Tenerife because this excursion goes to La Gomera and has several pick-up points. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, it departs from several hotels around Puerto de la Cruz, while on Saturdays, it also picks up tourists from some Santa Cruz de Tenerife hotels.

This day trip to La Gomera from Tenerife begins with a bus ride to the port of Los Cristianos, where you’ll board the ferry. Once you arrive in La Gomera, you’ll take a bus to the Hermigua Valley, one of the most beautiful places on the island with high cliffs and scenic slopes. You’ll also stop by the hamlet of Las Rosas in Agulo, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch.

Of course, no excursion to La Gomera from Tenerife would be complete without a demonstration of the silbo gomero , the local whistled language that was declared an Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO . In addition, you’ll visit Garajonay National Park, the Roque de Agando, and important sites in San Sebastián de La Gomera, like the Torre del Conde and Casa Colón.

• Highlights : Bus transportation to Los Cristianos Port, Hermigua Valley, Las Rosas, Garajonay National Park, Roque de Agando, San Sebastián de La Gomera, and silbo gomero demonstration
• Duration : 14-15 hours
• Departs from : Hotels in Puerto de la Cruz (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday) and Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Saturday)
• Price from : €93

3. Day Trip to La Gomera from Tenerife South by 4wd

Another La Gomera trip from Tenerife is this one , which departs from Playa de Las Américas, one of the most exciting places in Tenerife South .

This full-day tour is especially interesting because it involves exploring La Gomera in a 4wd. You’ll pass through Garajonay National Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the Canary Islands, as well as listen to a demonstration of the little-known silbo gomero , a whistled language known by a few locals.

This excursion to La Gomera from Tenerife includes a guide, who will drive the 4wd so you can focus on taking in the sights and learning about the history of the island. It’s definitely a more comfortable – and exciting – way to get around compared to a bus.

• Highlights : 4wd tour of San Sebastián de La Gomera and Garajonay National Park
• Duration : 14 hours
• Departs from : Playa de Las Américas, Arona
• Price from : €135

4. Day Trip to La Gomera from Tenerife North by 4wd

For those who want another option from northern Tenerife, I suggest this excursion . It departs from Puerto de la Cruz, one of the top attractions in Tenerife North .

During this island tour of La Gomera from Tenerife , you’ll travel in an off-road vehicle to several points of interest in San Sebastián de La Gomera and Garajonay National Park. Not only will you enjoy all the highlights of La Gomera in a single day, but you’ll also have the opportunity to try some delicious local dishes.

This excursion includes a guide, who will drive the 4wd vehicle so you can focus on discovering all the incredible places on the island. Without a doubt, it’s one of the coolest excursions to La Gomera from Tenerife , so don’t hesitate to book it.

• Duration : 13 hours
• Departs from : Puerto de la Cruz
• Price from : €147

5. VIP tour to La Gomera from South Tenerife

For a more exclusive excursion to La Gomera from Tenerife , consider this VIP tour . It departs from Tenerife South, specifically Playa de Las Américas, one of the best places to visit in Arona .

From here, you’ll board a luxury boat and enjoy complimentary food and drinks as you make your way to La Gomera. Then, you’ll tour the island in a 4wd, as your guide drives you to the main attractions in San Sebastián de La Gomera. You’ll also explore Garajonay National Park and attend a live demonstration of the silbo gomero , the whistled language known only among some locals on the island.

If you’re looking for a more personalized experience, this day trip to La Gomera from Tenerife is the best option.

• Highlights : Luxury boat ride with food and drinks, 4wd tour of San Sebastián de La Gomera and Garajonay National Park
• Duration : 10 hours
• Price from : €150

6. VIP tour to La Gomera from North Tenerife

If you want the VIP experience but you’re in northern Tenerife, don’t worry. This tour offers the same personalized treatment as its southern Tenerife counterpart but departs from the north instead.

You can get picked up at your hotel in Puerto de la Cruz or Santa Cruz de Tenerife , then enjoy a comfortable ride to Playa de Las Américas, where you’ll board a luxury boat. As you enjoy your boat trip to La Gomera from Tenerife , you can savor complimentary snacks and drinks.

Once in La Gomera, you’ll tour the island in a 4wd, which will be driven by your expert tour guide. You’ll get to know some of the local towns, including San Sebastián de La Gomera, as well as the beautiful Garajonay National Park. The tour also includes a stop for lunch so you can try some of the regional dishes and specialties.

So, if you’re staying in northern Tenerife but still want to experience one of the best excursions to La Gomera, this is an excellent option.

• Departs from : Puerto de la Cruz and Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Tenerife to La Gomera tour prices

Now that you know the best day trips to La Gomera from Tenerife , here is a comparison chart to help you choose the perfect fit. In addition to seeing the prices, durations, and highlights, you can compare these tours to the price for a Tenerife – La Gomera ferry ticket.

Other alternatives to get to La Gomera from Tenerife

You can take a guided boat trip to La Gomera from Tenerife or book a ferry ticket and travel on your own. If you choose the latter option, I recommend buying your ticket through the DirectFerries website.

Once you get to La Gomera, you can take the bus to get around the island, although you should check the fares and schedules on the GuaguaGomera website first. Also, if you’re renting a car in Tenerife , you can bring it on the Tenerife – La Gomera ferry , then explore the island on your own. There is also the option to book a private transfer or get around by taxi, but these are more expensive.

Of course, there are guided tours of La Gomera from Tenerife , which I mentioned above. If you book one of those, you’ll have your transportation, tour guide, and itinerary taken care of for you. I especially like this excursion , which departs from Tenerife South.

Finally, you could also fly from Tenerife to La Gomera if you haven’t found any good deals or taking the boat doesn’t fit your plans. I recommend checking our guide on how to find cheap flights in Tenerife and using Kiwi to book your flight.

FAQs – Ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife

Now that you know how to take the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife , as well as the excursions that are available, I’d like to wrap up with some commonly asked questions:

Do you need any documentation to visit La Gomera from Tenerife?

You need your passport or photo ID to board the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife .

Where does the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife depart from?

The ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife departs from the port in Los Cristianos.

When you take an organized boat trip to La Gomera from Tenerife South , you will depart from the port in Los Cristianos or Playa de Las Américas. For La Gomera excursions from Tenerife North , the departure point is in Puerto de la Cruz or Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Can you take the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife year-round?

Yes, but if there is inclement weather, the Tenerife – La Gomera ferry will shut down. If you already have a ticket, you can change the date or get a full refund.

Are the La Gomera excursions from Tenerife available in English?

Yes, the organized day trips to La Gomera from Tenerife are available in English.

How long is the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife?

It takes about 50 minutes to ride the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife .

How much is the ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera?

The price for the Tenerife – La Gomera ferry depends on when you travel, but in general, it’s €45 one-way (€90 round-trip).

When is the best time to take the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife?

You can take a trip from Tenerife to La Gomera year-round since the weather is quite favorable no matter the season. That said, the spring and autumn have mild, pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds.

Can you take the ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera with a car?

Yes, you can board the ferry with a car, but make sure you specify this when buying your ticket.

That’s it from me! Now you can book your excursion from Tenerife to La Gomera and enjoy this beautiful island to the fullest. If you have any questions about taking the ferry to La Gomera from Tenerife , or you’d like to share your experience, leave me a comment below.

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Tenerife to La Gomera Day Trip

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La Gomera Day Trip From Tenerife

• Comfortable modern coach.
• Return ferry ticket.
• Three-course Canarian lunch.
• Pick up at or near your hotel.
• Tour guide in your language.
• Comprehensive tour of the island.
• Free time in the capital San Sebastian.
• Time to explore Garajonay forest.
• Whistling language demonstration.

La Gomera Day Trip FAQ

What is la gomera.

La Gomera is one of the Canary Islands, located in the Atlantic Ocean near Morocco. It’s celebrated for its lush forests, captivating coastal views, and as the neighbor to Tenerife, it’s a popular destination for day excursions.

What can I expect on a La Gomera day trip from Tenerife?

Expect a comprehensive tour of La Gomera, including scenic viewpoints, historic sites, and local villages. You’ll get to explore the island’s unique culture and landscapes.

How long does the La Gomera excursion last?

The day trip from Tenerife to La Gomera typically lasts around 11 hours, including hotel pickups and drop-offs.

How do I get to La Gomera for an excursion?

The journey includes a 50-minute ferry ride from Tenerife to La Gomera. This round-trip ferry transfer is part of the excursion package.

What should I bring on a La Gomera excursion?

We recommend comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, a camera, and a jacket or sweater, as mountain areas can be cooler.

What are must-see sights on a La Gomera excursion?

Key attractions include Garajonay National Park, Valle Gran Rey, and the historic town of San Sebastian de La Gomera. These sights are included in Club Canary’s La Gomera tours.

Can I bring children on a La Gomera excursion?

Yes, La Gomera day trips are family-friendly and suitable for children. However, it’s important to note that it can be a long tour, which might be a bit boring for younger children. We recommend considering the duration and nature of the tour when deciding whether it’s suitable for your kids.

What is the best time of year for a La Gomera excursion?

Spring and fall are ideal for visiting La Gomera due to mild weather and fewer tourists. However, trips are available year-round.

Are there discounts for the La Gomera excursion?

Club Canary offers a 15% online discount and additional group discounts for bookings of 4 or more.

What is the price of the La Gomera day trip?

The price of the La Gomera day trip is 97€ per adult and 69€ per child. These prices include the 15% discount offered by Club Canary. Additionally, prices may be lower for groups of four or more, making it an even more affordable option for group excursions.

In which languages is the La Gomera day trip offered?

The tour is available in English, Dutch, Spanish, German, Italian, French, and Russian. However, it’s wise to double-check the availability of specific languages via Club Canary’s live chat.

Is it possible to reserve the La Gomera day trip with just a deposit?

Yes, you can reserve with just a deposit through Club Canary.

Where is the best place to book the La Gomera day trip?

The best place to book your La Gomera day trip is with Club Canary. We offer a best price guarantee, flexibility in payment, and provide fast, reliable service with a fair cancellation policy. Additionally, you can explore over 75 reviews from past travelers on our La Gomera page, boasting an average rating of 4.7 stars. Booking with Club Canary ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for your La Gomera adventure.

Excursion La Gomera Information

• Carry Your ID: Don’t forget to bring your passport or ID card; it’s required for boarding the ferry to La Gomera.
• Length of the Trip: Get ready for a 10-hour journey filled with mesmerizing views and captivating history.
• Prepare for Weather Changes: The weather can change unexpectedly, so pack some warm clothing to stay cozy throughout the trip.
• Enter Correct Hotel Information: During the booking process, make sure to provide your precise hotel address. We’ll send you a ticket with your exact pick-up location and time.
• Spot Your Bus: Your transfer bus will have “Transalex” displayed on its sides. Look for a sign on the window saying “La Gomera tour” or something similar.
• Notify Us of Special Needs: If you have mobility or hearing challenges, please let us know in the order form. We can reserve a better spot on the bus for your comfort.
• Tour Inclusions: Your La Gomera trip covers lunch, pick-up/drop-off services, a comfy air-conditioned bus ride, a tour guide, and a roundtrip ferry journey to La Gomera.
• Extend Your Adventure: Fancy exploring another Canarian island after your La Gomera tour? Consider our El Hierro or La Palma day trips for more unique experiences.
• Get Your Camera Ready: With its stunning landscapes and unique culture, La Gomera offers endless photo opportunities.
• Stay Hydrated & Snack Smart: Bring water and perhaps some light snacks for the journey. We provide lunch, but personal preferences might vary.
• Comfort is Key: Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour includes some walking.

Your Unforgettable Experience Awaits: We can’t wait to give you an unforgettable La Gomera experience!

Bus La Gomera

Don’t miss a single moment of your La Gomera adventure! Be prompt for your bus pick-up. For more detailed information about the pick-up times for the La Gomera trip, follow this link to open Google Maps . Adventure awaits!

South Tenerife:

• San Miguel and El Médano area 7:05-7:20 am.
• Costa del Silencio, Las Galletas and Palm Mar area 7:20-7:30 am.
• Costa Adeje & Playa Paraiso area 7:00-7:35 am.
• Las Americas & Los Cristianos area 7:35-7:50 am.
• Los Gigantes, Alcalá and Callao Salvaje area: 7:05-7:20 am.

North Tenerife:

• Puerto de la Cruz area 5:05-6:30 am.
• Santa Úrsula area 6:05-6:35 am.
• Santa Cruz area 6:35-6:50 am.

Note: For guests in the north area, including Puerto de La Cruz, a 10€ surcharge per person applies due to additional travel distance. This is payable upon arrival.

If you prefer to come directly to Los Cristianos port, the time would be 8:05-8:40 am.

La Gomera Booking and Cancellation Policy

Passport/ID Requirement : Ensure you have your passport or ID for ferry boarding to La Gomera. Mandatory inspections take place between islands. This is specified during booking and reiterated in your purchase note. Failure to bring your passport/ID leading to missing the trip means no refunds from Club Canary.

Deposit Cancellation Policy :

• Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the La Gomera excursion.
• For groups larger than 4, free cancellation is available up to 72 hours ahead.
• For groups of 8+, it’s up to 4 days, and for 15+ groups, up to 7 days.
• Cancellations between 25 to 48 hours prior to the trip will result in loss of deposit and an additional fine of 15€ per person.
• Canceling between 3 and 24 hours ahead will incur a 50% charge of the remaining payable amount.
• No-shows, missing the bus, or cancellations under 3 hours will be charged the full remaining amount.

For cancellations or rescheduling, email [email protected] .

No-show and Late Cancellation Policy : Failure to cancel within the stipulated time or if you’re absent for the tour, Club Canary has no obligation to refund.

Pricing and Inclusions : The La Gomera tour is priced at 89€ per person, inclusive of a round-trip ferry, bus travel, driver, guide, and lunch. The value is focused on affordability rather than luxury. Complaints about the meal quality or quantity will not be accommodated.

Pick-up Arrangements : Our buses are GPS-enabled. Claims like “the bus didn’t come” won’t be addressed unless the bus genuinely missed the location. If issues arise, call the number on your purchase note immediately.

Liability : Club Canary’s main role is ticket issuance and accurate booking processing. We aren’t responsible for accidents, disagreements, or on-tour issues. As we’re not on-site, such matters need addressing with the guide directly. Refund requests based on in-tour incidents can only proceed with the bus company’s consent.

These conditions are in place to protect the business against potential losses and are competitive compared to industry standards. We appreciate your understanding.

By making a booking, you confirm that you have read and agreed to these terms.

Looking for more information? Check out Club Canary’s FAQ page .

Journey from Tenerife to La Gomera: An Unforgettable Voyage

Get ready to embark on an enchanting journey from Tenerife to La Gomera. Nestled in the vast Atlantic Ocean, these two Canary Islands are a mere 34 kilometers apart. Travel options abound with both ferry and plane rides available. However, our La Gomera day trip from Tenerife offers a unique ferry ride experience that is both affordable and efficient. This 50-minute trip is filled with scenic beauty that you simply can’t miss.

Kickstart Your La Gomera Day Trip from Tenerife with Club Canary

With Club Canary, prepare for an early morning adventure on your La Gomera day trip from Tenerife. A modern, comfortable bus will pick you up from your residence in Tenerife around 7 am. North island residents can expect a pick-up around 6 am. This journey includes passport validation and a captivating 50-minute ferry crossing. Each ferry is equipped with modern amenities such as a cafeteria and viewpoint for your utmost convenience and enjoyment.

Unravel the Beauty of La Gomera with our Exceptional Excursion Packages

Club Canary promises an unmatched guided tour to the beautiful island of La Gomera. Each package includes bus transportation from Tenerife, lunch, guide, and ferry tickets, all at a competitive price. Embark on this full-day journey and immerse yourself in the captivating beauty, culture, and history of La Gomera. Remember to pack a jacket, as the island can be slightly cooler, especially in the forests and east side. Your memorable excursion concludes with a return to your hotel between 6 pm and 7 pm.

Embark on a Memorable Adventure with our La Gomera Day Tour

With our La Gomera bus tour, you can expect an effortless and memorable journey. Here is the exciting itinerary we have planned for you:

• Departure from Tenerife : We pick you up at your accommodation and drive you to Los Cristianos port.
• Ferry Trip: Relax on the ferry, potentially spot playful dolphins, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Canary Islands from the sea.
• Arrival at La Gomera: The ferry arrives in the capital of La Gomera, San Sebastian.
• Scenic Drive: Start your La Gomera adventure with a scenic drive to Hermigua, a town surrounded by green hills and high granite peaks.
• Visit El Cerdo Forest: Immerse yourself in nature’s beauty by exploring the ancient forests of El Cerdo.
• Garajonay National Park: Take a leisurely stroll through the magnificent Garajonay National Park.
• Traditional Canarian Meal: Enjoy a three-course traditional Canarian meal. Experience a special cultural moment when locals perform the unique Silbo Gomero flute language during lunch.
• Chipude and El Cercado : The tour continues to the villages of Chipude and El Cercado.
• Agando Rock: Experience the stunning views at the impressive Agando rock.
• Free Time in San Sebastian: The tour concludes with some free time in the city of San Sebastian. Explore its picturesque cobblestone streets, visit the Torre del Conde, and the Church of Asuncion, where Christopher Columbus is said to have prayed before his journey to the New World.

With Club Canary, we ensure a fulfilling and unforgettable La Gomera tour from Tenerife. Plus, you get to enjoy our best price guarantee and exclusive online booking and group discounts. The mesmerizing island of La Gomera is waiting for you. Book your trip today!

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La Gomera day trips

Tours to La Gomera

Jeep Excursion on La Gomera

Duration: 10 hours.

Tour days: Monday till Saturday.

Pick up areas: North (Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Ursula y Santa Cruz) and South (Los Gigantes, Costa Adeje, Las Americas and Los Cristianos).

La Gomera from Tenerife day trip (bus tour)

Duration: 9 hours

Tour days: Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Pick up areas: North (Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Ursula and Santa Cruz) and South (Los Gigantes, Costa Adeje, Las Américas and Los Cristianos)

Excursions to La Gomera from Tenerife

Take a day trip to La Gomera from the southeast of Tenerife and get to know the most stunning sites on this lovely island.

In less than an hour, while enjoying a pleasant crossing on a large boat, we will cover the 40 km that separate Puerto de los Cristianos from Puerto de San Sebastian de la Gomera, the starting point of all the itineraries we offer.

There are many gems to be found on this small 370 square km island and we will see a large number of them in a single day. The San Sebastián ravines , the Hermigua valley and Roque de Agando, the most important natural monument on La Gomera, are just some of the highlights.

Any visit to La Gomera must include a guided tour of the Garajonay National Park, the island’s great jewel and one of the most beautiful areas in the Canary Islands. Stroll through its laurel forest, full of impressive giant laurels, heather and lime trees, where you will undoubtedly capture some of the most striking photographs of your stay on the island.

And you can’t leave the island without seeing how some of the locals are able to communicate over long distances thanks to their whistled language.

We offer several tours that differ in the route traveled and the type of transport used. Choose the one that best matches your expectations and enjoy one of the best experiences of your holidays in Tenerife. Oh! And remember that if Christopher Columbus set out on his voyages to the Americas from this island, who knows what surprises you may have on your return to Tenerife.

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MANDATORY: you must bring your passport or identity document to travel on the ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera.

Recommendations: bring comfortable clothes, c oats and jackets according to the season, comfortable, closed shoes and medication against sea sickness (if you think you may have this problem)

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Tickets, Prices & Schedules

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Ferry schedules from Tenerife (Los Cristianos) to La Gomera (San Sebastián)

Is there a ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera?

Yes, there is. The ferry route from Tenerife to La Gomera is normally served daily  throughout the year . Most ferries arrive at the port of San Sebastián de La Gomera. 

There are usually 6-8 daily ferry crossings from Tenerife to La Gomera. The route is served by 2 ferry companies: Fred. Olsen Express and Naviera Armas .

What’s the ferry schedule from Tenerife to La Gomera?

The first ferry normally departs from Tenerife (Los Cristianos port) at 08:45 and arrives in La Gomera at around 09:35. The last departure is usually scheduled at 21:00 , with the ferry reaching La Gomera at 21:50.

Please note that ferry timetables are subject to change depending on the season. You can find real-time schedules for the Tenerife - La Gomera ferry connection and book ferry tickets  on Ferryhopper  in no time .

Ferry Tickets, Offers & Discounts

How much is the ferry from tenerife to la gomera.

Ferry prices for the Tenerife - La Gomera ferry start at around €43 . The final cost may vary depending on the company, available offers and discounts, seat type and vehicle selection.

Discover the best ferry deals and offers for Spain on Ferryhopper. Find real-time information about routes, compare prices and offers, and book your tickets to the Canaries on Ferryhopper with no hidden fees !

Note that current offers are automatically applied when booking your ferry tickets.

Find all available discounts for your Tenerife - La Gomera ferry trip on Ferryhopper, including the Canary Islands resident discount ! Discover some indicative passenger categories entitled to discount tickets :

• Children (4-11 years old)
• Young travelers (<26 years old)
• Senior travelers (60+ years old)
• Residents of the Canary Islands

Note : infants and toddlers up to 3 years old normally travel free of charge .

Ferry Route Info

How long is the ferry ride from tenerife to la gomera.

Ferry time from Tenerife to La Gomera ranges between 50 min and 1 hr , depending on the crossing and the weather conditions.

Is there a high-speed ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera?

Yes, there are high-speed ferries traveling from Tenerife to La Gomera. The fastest ferry reaches the island in 50 min .

What’s the distance between Tenerife and La Gomera?

The distance between the port of Los Cristianos in Tenerife and San Sebastián in La Gomera is around 25 nautical miles (about 47 km).

Ferry Trip Tips

Useful tips for your ferry trip to la gomera from tenerife.

Here are some travel tips for your ferry trip:

• The port of Los Cristianos in Tenerife can get quite busy during the summer. We recommend getting there at least 1 hr before boarding , especially if you are traveling with a vehicle.
• As La Gomera is one of the smallest islands in the Canaries, it is a great destination for a short trip .   Take a look at our La Gomera travel guide for more tips and useful information about the island.
• We recommend booking your return trip in advance, especially if you are traveling with a vehicle. Check out more information about ferries from La Gomera to Tenerife on Ferryhopper!
• La Gomera is also a great starting point gor an island-hopping adventure ! Find all available ferry connections on the Ferryhopper and plan your island hopping in the Canaries hassle-free .
• For even easier and faster bookings, download the Ferryhopper App for free!

Where to take the ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera

You can travel by ferry to San Sebastián de La Gomera from the port of Los Cristianos in Tenerife . The city is located on the south coast of the island, approximately 14 km from Tenerife South Airport and 79 km from Tenerife North Airport. Several daily bus services are running from both airports to Los Cristianos.

Can I travel on the ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera with a car?

Yes, normally all ferries to La Gomera from Tenerife have car decks and transport vehicles.

Bear in mind that the car-deck spaces can run out fast, especially in the high season. Therefore, we suggest booking your car or motorcycle tickets well in advance !

Ferry luggage

Each ferry company serving this route has a different baggage allowance policy :

• With Naviera Armas , each passenger can carry a maximum of 4 luggage items , weighing up to 60 kg in total. It also offers trolleys to help passengers transport their luggage
• With Fred. Olsen Express , you can carry up to 20 kg of luggage free of charge. It also offers trolleys to transport your bags and lockers for €1. Keep in mind that you can only have 1 piece of luggage in the lounge in addition to your handbags.

The ferry trip to reach La Gomera from Tenerife is quite short. As such, there are no cabins available on the ferries serving the route, but there is onboard seating (numbered seats) included in the ticket price.

You can travel with your pet on all Tenerife - La Gomera ferries, as long as you include the pet in the booking . Pets are usually allowed in seating areas, as long as they stay in a carrier . They are also allowed on the outside decks. When outside their carriers, pets should wear a leash . 

Make sure you carry your pet’s health certificates and any necessary supplies.

Book cheap ferry tickets from Tenerife to La Gomera

On Ferryhopper, you can book ferry tickets from Tenerife to La Gomera at the best prices . Find all available ferry connections in the Canaries on our Map of ferries , compare schedules, companies and prices, and plan your trip to La Gomera easily and quickly !

Tenerife to La Gomera in one day, this is one of the most popular trips . La Gomera is the second smallest of the Canary Islands and it is only 30 Km far away from Tenerife. This makes it possible to take a day trip and explore the spectacular landscapes the island has to offer.

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Trip explanation, tenerife to la gomera in one day, this is one of the  most popular trips . la gomera is the second smallest of the canary islands and it is only 30 km far away from tenerife. because of this it is possible to take a day trip and explore the spectacular landscapes the island has to offer..

By ferry it takes only 50 minutes from Tenerife to La Gomera . Therefore many people decide every year to visit this place. It is a very green island where only 22000 people live, so it has some unique characteristics. For example the air is very clean and the pace is very slow and relaxed. It is a paradise for people who love nature, peace and incredible panoramas. In addition people call it “Christopher Columbus’ island” because the explorer stopped here for about a month on his journey to discover America in 1492.

SO FOR THis trip WE PICK YOU UP BY BUS CLOSE TO YOUR ACCOMODATION. THEN WE TAKE YOU TO LOS CRISTIANOS’ HARBOUR WHERE WE GET THE FERRY. AS WE START OUR JUORNEY FROM TENERIFE TO LA GOMERA WE ENJOY A SPECTACULAR VIEW OF THE WESTERN COAST AND THE MAJESTIC MOUNT TEIDE. IN LESS THAN AN HOUR WE REACH SAN SEBASTIAN DE LA GOMERA, THE CAPITAL CITY.

From here starts our excursion that will take you to see the most noteworthy and beautiful places. Among these we find the canyon of Hermigua, the town of Agulo and the forest of Garajonay Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Around midday we have a tipical lunch ( included in the price ) in a local restaurant. At the end you see a demonstration of the rather unique whistled language “silbo gomero”. Moreover along the way we stop in many panoramic viewpoints like Roque de Agando to take pictures and fully enjoy the amazing sceneries. The tour finishes when we get again to San Sebastian where you have free time for a coffee or to do shopping. In conclusion we leave La Gomera around 17:00 so that we get back to Tenerife around 18.00.

Our experienced tour guides will provide you with interesting information. Make sure to check with us the languages available before booking . FOR THE TRIP TENERIFE TO LA GOMERA YOU NEED TO HAVE WITH YOU A VALID IDENTITY CARD OR PASSPORT.

All customers participating in the excursion are reminded not to leave any kind of personal valuables on the bus when getting off to visit the places. The company assumes no responsibility for any loss or theft of personal items of any kind.

SCHEDULE & PICKUP SERVICE

Pickup service close to your accomodation is included in the price. It is available in the west and south in the area between Los Gigantes and El Medano and in the north from Puerto de la Cruz. We recommend you to check with us availability of transport from your area before booking.

Please ask our customer service on which days it is possible to do the excursion.

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Tenerife and La Gomera just 50 minutes away by ferry in the most comfortable and fastest way with the best schedules. Choose Fred. Olsen Express and enjoy exceptional service, panoramic views, digital entertainment and much more. 

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Our route connects the port of Los Cristianos in Tenerife and San Sebastián in La Gomera.

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How to go from Tenerife to La Gomera?

You can go from Tenerife to La Gomera with the Fred. Olsen Express fast ferry service. Book your tickets here and enjoy a unique experience in the Canary Islands!

How long does the fast ferry trip between Tenerife and La Gomera take?

The fast ferry ride between Tenerife and La Gomera takes 50 minutes.

Can I take my car on the fast ferry between Tenerife and La Gomera?

Yes, you can travel in your car on Fred. Olsen Express. It's easy: when booking your ticket you must indicate that you will be traveling with a vehicle, its type, brand, model, and license plate. You must indicate that you travel with a car in the first step of the purchase process to book your trip correctly:

If you travel with a rental car and you still do not know this information, you must indicate the word "Rental" as car brand and model. As license plate you must use: 0000XXX. Once you have the final information, it is important that you update the data at our reservation center. You can do this by sending an email to [email protected], or visiting one of our sales offices: https://www.fredolsen.es/en/offices-and-ports?destino=ACE , up to a maximum of one hour before your trip.

Does Fred. Olsen Express offers any discounts?

• Special prices for travelers  under 26 and over 60 : you can travel with up to a 20% discount, depending on the route and the details of your trip. To enjoy this discount you must check the box corresponding to your age group in the first step of the booking process
• Savings packages for families  with car: when selecting more than two travelers and a car, our special savings packages are automatically activated on our site. These savings packages are available on all routes and you can get discounts of up to 60%.
• Discounts for groups : If you travel with more than 9 people you can access up to a 25% discount. Request your reservation at this link to enjoy the discount: https://www.fredolsen.es/en/buy-tickets/group-reservation https://www.fredolsen.es/en/buy-tickets/group-reservation

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Are there any special requirements for passengers traveling on the fast ferry with pets.

• Pet carrier : Accommodation suitable for pets up to 10 kg. Subject to availability. Travelling in this accommodation, you must bring your own carrier and it can go anywhere in the lounge as long as they are inside the carrier and at the floor level, without occupying seats or obstructing evacuation routes.
• Pet sofa:  with this accommodation your pet will travel on a mat in our enabled areas, attached to your seat.
• Pet rooms : they are outdoor rooms that are in the shade, and have ventilation and a camera so you can see your pet on your own device anywhere on the ferry.  

How far is it from Tenerife to La Gomera?

From Tenerife to La Gomera there is a distance of 21 miles, equivalent to 34 kilometers.

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La Gomera Tour from Tenerife with Lunch

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• Travel to the dramatic, green island of La Gomera from Tenerife by ferry
• Visit the misty laurel forests of UNESCO-listed Garajonay National Park
• See a demonstration of ‘silbo' whistling language, unique to La Gomera
• Explore pretty San Sebastian with free time in the history-steeped capital
• Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of La Gomera and its people

Why choose TUI Collection

We've carefully designed our experiences to help you get the most out of every trip.

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What to expect

As you approach La Gomera by sea, the dramatic contours hint at extraordinary landscapes waiting to be explored. As Arianne, one of our expert local guides says, ‘A trip to La Gomera is like visiting a totally different era. You'll feel like you're getting back to the past, to the origins of the Canary Islands.' On this day trip from Tenerife, you'll discover remote villages, spend time in Garajonay National Park and visit the capital, San Sebastian.

Garajonay National Park boasts pristine woodlands which are over 60 million years old, and they are undoubtedly a highlight of a visit to La Gomera. The park is a true natural treasure, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Deep ravines scar the swathes of evergreen laurel forests bursting with rare plant life. The visitor centre is the place to find out more about the unique botany and history of Garajonay. Next, you'll pay a visit to some of La Gomera's most scenic villages where you can get a feel for what life is like for the island's residents.

After departing Garajonay, we'll stop for a typical lunch made from local produce, served at a family-run restaurant with striking views over the island's volcanic landscapes. You'll also delve into La Gomera's culture with a demonstration of 'silbo gomero' – a unique whistling language. Arianne says, ‘With a landscape like ours, communicating by whistle saved a lot of climbing.' Round off your island tour with free time to explore San Sebastian, where Columbus set out on his first voyage of discovery.

Important to know

• Bring your passport or official EU identification
• Subject to weather conditions
• This is one of our TUI Collection experiences, which give you a local flavour of the destination while showcasing its unique, authentic and responsible values.

What’s included

Ferry ticket

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

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La Gomera Tour with Garajonay Forest and San Sebastian

La Gomera boasts unspoilt landscapes and a distinct culture all of its own. On this tour, you'll visit this Jurassic-like island and discover Garajonay National Park, a string of villages and the charming capital, San Sebastian. Arianne, one of our guides, says of the island, ‘La Gomera is a totally different world – it's a return to the past, to the origin of the Canary Islands.'The star of the show is without doubt Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's a mishmash of deep ravines and gorges filled with ancient, misty laurel forests and rare plant life. On a visit to its interpretative centre, you'll find out about its botany and history. You'll also get to know hamlets such as oasis-like Chejelipes, which is on the banks of a reservoir, and the northern villages of Hermigua and Aguilo. One of the highlights is a visit to a family-run restaurant famed for its jaw-dropping views over the island's volcanic landscapes. Here, you'll enjoy a typical lunch made from locally sourced ingredients.And you'll get you to learn about local culture, too. There's a demonstration of the unique-to-the-island ‘whistling language' known as 'silbo gomero'. To round off the experience, there's free time to explore San Sebastian. Here, you can follow in the footsteps of Columbus before he began his first voyage of discovery. More than a visit to another island, a trip to La Gomera is a journey to another era.

Adults Only Tenerife Freebird Whale & Dolphin Catamaran

The calm coastal waters around Tenerife are home to an incredible array of marine life. On this exclusive adults-only cruise, you'll have a chance to spot pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins as they leap and frolic in their natural North Atlantic habitat.Take in Tenerife's dramatic coastal terrain, all while sunning yourself and feeling the cool breeze as you lounge on deck – for your comfort, the boat is a quarter under capacity. Your captain will sail into waters known for hosting pods of dolphins and whales. With luck, you'll get to spot these magnificent creatures. You'll even have time to take a swim. And to top it all off, you'll be pampered by the crew. There'll be complimentary drinks at the shaded bar, and you'll lunch on board. It's a great morning or afternoon searching for some of Mother Nature's most interesting creatures while chilling out on board.

Teide and Masca Tour from Southern Tenerife

This exclusive tour explores Tenerife's most dramatic inland areas. You'll venture in an eight-seater minivan through the otherworldly landscapes of Teide National Park, admire the panoramas from countless viewpoints and visit the ridge-top hamlet of Masca. Plus, there's traditional Canarian lunch on the menu, too. Arianne, one of our expert local guides, say, ‘I love guiding this tour because it's an overdose of nature, focusing on the island's volcanology, from the past to the present.'Your adventure kicks off by heading south into Teide National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – climbing through a dense pine forest. There's a pit stop at Chirche viewpoint, which often overlooks cloud-shrouded terrain below. The scenery around here is still bursting with greenery. But as we journey deeper into the national park, you'll encounter volcanic landscapes that could easily be on the moon, Venus or Mars. Desolate, rock-strewn badlands. A stop at Roques de Garcia allows you to take some pics near these iconic rock formations, with the volcano's cone in the background.Grab a last look at the lava-scarred landscapes at Poleos viewpoint before dropping into a family-run restaurant for a lunch made from seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Rounding off the day is a visit to Masca – a hard-to-reach hamlet perched on a ridge in a deep volcanic gorge. Enjoy free time to poke around and take in the vistas.

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Full Day Tenerife Tour with La Laguna and Lunch

Dusty and lunar-like in the south, green and mountainous in the north, Tenerife packs a continent into one island. Think quaint villages, stunning views and a local lunch on this full day experience. You'll visit the UNESCO-listed old town of La Laguna, drop into a bodega for lunch and explore an aloe vera plantation. Arianne, one of our local expert guides, says, ‘Canarian bananas are smaller but thicker, and their peel has dark speckles. The pulp is yellower, and it should be eaten riper, which makes it sweeter.'First up is a visit to an aloe vera plantation. Here, you'll learn about the healing qualities – especially skincare – of this crop. Then it's on to La Laguna, arguably the prettiest town on the island. Throw in its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it makes for a real gem of a stop. Wander its poker-straight streets of pastel-coloured palaces and colonial-era churches and convents, or stop for a coffee in one of the cool tree-lined plazas. Taste local products such as marmalade and cheese in the weekly market and admire the town's famous flower displays.It's then on to a family-run bodega for a typical Canarian lunch surrounded by vintage bottles and aged barrels. All ingredients are seasonal and locally sourced to reduce the environmental impact. And it goes without saying that some of the bodega's wines will be served with the food.

What to do in La Gomera in one day? The essentials for a day trip from Tenerife

I fell in love with La Gomera , a small round island in the Canary archipelago, so much so that I booked several stays there! However, if you only have one day, it's best to discover the place from Tenerife. What to do in La Gomera on a day trip? I propose some ideas in this article, including indicative timings. It's a very busy itinerary, but you can adjust it to suit your preferences.

If you prefer not to manage logistics, I also recommend quality tours you can book to explore the island.

La Gomera in 1 Day: rent a car or book a tour!

From Tenerife, the ferry offers three destinations , all located in the south of La Gomera: the city of San Sebastian de La Gomera, the largest on the island, as well as Playa de Santiago and Valle Gran Rey (for these last two cities, the connection is indirect and is made via San Sebastian, it is sometimes suspended if the circumstances do not allow to ensure a minimum number of passengers).

However, if you only have one day, you probably won't have time to wait for the long boat ride to these small coastal towns.

The easiest way is to arrive in San Sebastian de La Gomera . However, if you only stay in this city, you'll miss the steep landscapes, the Garajonay National Park with its fascinating primary rainforest sometimes concealed by a dense mist, small villages with colorful facades, landscapes with red soil like Mars, and other secrets.

Therefore, it is essential to have a car to explore the island. You can rent one on the spot, a few steps from the port where the ferry will drop you off, at GomeraCar or Cicar . If you rent a car in Tenerife, make sure beforehand that the rental company allows you to cross with the car to another island as it's not always allowed.

Passengers who bring a car on the ferry should arrive an hour earlier, which means they also have to return to the port earlier than those on foot. This may influence your decision.

If you don't have a car, there are day trips to La Gomera from Tenerife, such as this one . You'll visit San Sebastian de La Gomera, Garajonay National Park, the Mirador de Abrante, where you'll see a demonstration of "Silbo Gomero," the whistled language used on the island and recognized as part of UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage. You'll also pass through the villages of Chipude and El Cercado, known for its pottery.

You can also go on a jeep excursion, such as this one from Arona near Los Cristianos .

What to do in La Gomera in one Day: itinerary!

You board the ferry at the Los Cristianos port in Tenerife shortly before 9 am. You can check prices and routes on DirectFerries to get the best offer. After a 50-minute crossing on a comfortable boat, enjoying a hot drink and the Atlantic breeze, you'll arrive in La Gomera at the small port of San Sebastian at 9:45 am.

In my opinion, San Sebastian de La Gomera is not a city worth visiting. So, I suggest you start exploring the rest of the island right away. If you have some time left at the end of the day, spend it in San Sebastian. If you don't have time, you won't miss anything "memorable." This is just my personal opinion, of course!

Following this principle, we'll pick up our rental car and hit the road to Hermigua!

The village of Hermigua

It will take about 30 minutes to reach Hermigua via the GM-1 road.

Along the road, you'll see stair-like crops on the mountainside. They are a testament to a time when La Gomera depended mainly on agriculture, particularly banana cultivation .

Today, due to the difficult nature of the job and the steep terrain, many young people do not want to practice this kind of work anymore. Not to mention it's impossible to use any machine on such steep hillsides, it means exhausting manual labor. La Gomera relies more on tourism, and offers plenty of rural tourism , especially in the north, for nature lovers.

Hermigua is nestled in a valley and has two volcanic chimneys, the Roques de San Pedro , as its emblem.

The town has a beach, but it's not recommended for swimming due to strong currents. Locals prefer nearby Playa de Caleta , which is a little more protected.

When you visit La Gomera on a day trip from Tenerife, there's not much time to stop at the beach, but I recommend making photo stops in Hermigua.

On the beach, you'll see El Pescante , four pillars that are remnants of an old loading structure for boats. The sea is so rough that boats couldn't dock, so they stayed a little far from the shore, and cranes loaded the shipments of bananas and other commodities exported from the island.

Hermigua also features a small church, an old Dominican convent, and banana plantations.

Indicative time to leave Hermigua : 10:45 am.

The red Martian landscape near Mirador de Abrante

Driving on the GM-1 road, you will pass through the beautiful village of Agulo before ascending towards Mirador de Abrante, a stunning viewpoint. It takes around 25 minutes to get there without stopping.

You can stroll through the charming streets of Agulo along the way. Mirador de Abrante is interesting because:

• The area around it is covered with red sand, resembling the planet Mars (not that I have ever been to Mars!).
• It offers breathtaking views of the Teide volcano of Tenerife and you can walk on a glass footbridge if you feel brave.
• It offers a beautiful view of Agulo, the village of La Gomera I find the most charming.

The restaurant at the Mirador de Abrante is also noteworthy as its menu offers local Gomeran specialties such as the delicious almogrote, a preparation containing goat's cheese and garlic.

I usually don't recommend restaurants that are purely designed for tourists, but I'll make a small exception for La Gomera.

During your meal, there is often a demo of the silbo gomero . This is a way of communication using whistling, which allowed farmers to "talk" to each other from one valley to another. The sound of the whistle carried far, much further than the voice.

Today, the silbo is a compulsory subject taught in all the schools of La Gomera to preserve it and pass it on to the children. It is quite amazing to see how much can be conveyed with a whistle.

At the Mirador de Abrante, you will also find restrooms for "technical" needs of daily life ;)

I suggest that you book the restaurant in advance (phone: +34 922 14 60 00).

Estimated departure time from Mirador de Abrante: 12:45.

From Epina to El Cercado

After our refreshing break, we will hit the road again towards Epina, passing through the charming town of Vallehermoso , which used to be a real economic center for the island of La Gomera.

Vallehermoso exudes the sweetness of life, with plenty of orchards in the area where you can buy excellent fruits. Some locals even provide baskets for tourists passing by, allowing them to help themselves and leave a tip in the piggy bank provided for this purpose. This spirit of trust and authenticity is emblematic of this island, where crime is almost non-existent, and where the values of respect for others are paramount.

We will arrive at Epina in about 45 minutes, still via the GM-1 road (there is no risk of getting lost on this route!), then CV-16.

A point of interest in Epina is the small village's traditional architecture and Los Chorros de Epina - water springs that are said to have therapeutic and magical properties. It is believed that drinking their water can help you find love and wealth (well, you may as well try!).

It's a small detour to make on the way, but if you're not interested, head straight to El Cercado , which is about 25 minutes away by the CV-18 (be mindful, for once we changed roads!).

El Cercado is a village of potters who pass on their technique from generation to generation. This technique is unique since it does not use any potter's wheel. You can watch the artisans work and buy pottery, which many inhabitants of the island use to store gofio, a kind of flour used in many local recipes.

If you want to take a gourmet break, the Victoria bar-restaurant is a good address in El Cercado!

Estimated time to leave El Cercado : 3:00 pm.

Views of Tenerife and La Gomera's landscapes

It's time to make your way back to San Sebastian de La Gomera via the CV-18, CV-17, CV-13, and GM-2 roads. If you don't make any stops, it will take you about 50 minutes to reach the port of San Sebastian de La Gomera, which is good to know if you're catching an evening ferry.

The road will take you through the beautiful Natural Park of Garajonay , with its magnificent forest. There are some incredible hikes to be done here, but obviously, visiting La Gomera on a day trip from Tenerife doesn't allow enough time to explore this part of the island thoroughly.

This is a surprising park, full of contrasts: the road is sometimes sunny, and then, suddenly, it sinks into the mist, while in the heart of the forest, the atmosphere is humid and much cooler than on the south coast of La Gomera.

I recommend making a few stops, if you have time, to see this beautiful forest up close. If this is a priority for you, you could spend less time in Hermigua, remove Epina and Vallehermoso from your itinerary, and give more time to Garajonay.

Several viewpoints, or "miradors", where you can park and take some pictures, are located along the route.

In 25 minutes from El Cercado, you can reach the Mirador Del Morro De Agando .

This mirador offers views of one of the symbols of the island, the "Roque Agando", which is part of a group of volcanic chimneys. It reminds us that La Gomera was formed from multiple volcanic eruptions that occurred about 12 million years ago. But don't worry, the last eruption here occurred about 2 million years ago! This is quite different from Tenerife, which had more recent volcanic activity (the latest eruption was in 1909).

Estimated departure time from Mirador Del Morro De Agando : 3:40 pm.

Ten minutes' drive away is the Mirador del Sombrero , which offers views of the unique relief of La Gomera in the "Barranco del Cabrito" (Goat's Gorge). A stop here is optional.

Around 4:00 pm, you reach the Mirador Lomada del Camello , which offers a beautiful view of San Sebastian, with the summit of the Teide volcano of Tenerife visible in the background, often shrouded in clouds.

It's a perfect place for a photo stop!

Afterwards, it will take about 10 minutes to drive to the port of San Sebastian de La Gomera and return the rental car.

Estimated time of arrival in San Sebastian: 4:15 pm.

If you have time, take a quick walk in the city center to see La Iglesia de la Asunción , which dates back to the time when Hernán Peraza, a conquistador from Seville, colonized the Canary Islands... It is the biggest church on the island and the locals are quite pious, organizing big processions dedicated to the Virgin.

Admire also the Torre del Conde , built around the same time (15th century). It is the only tower from this period of conquest that has survived to the present day and it was home to Christopher Columbus, who stayed in San Sebastian de La Gomera before leaving for America.

In fact, the city is particularly well placed for those who wish to embark on a crossing of the Atlantic! A statue of Christopher Columbus was recently inaugurated at the beginning of Calle Real, a street in the city center.

The ferry usually departs around 5:30 pm, arriving in Tenerife at around 6:20 pm (Fred Olsen company). If you don't have a car, it's recommended to arrive at least 30 minutes before the ferry departs. However, if you have a rental car from Tenerife, it's recommended to arrive 1 hour before departure to avoid rushing and potentially having to shorten or skip some stops on the itinerary.

A busy itinerary for a day trip in La Gomera

Although La Gomera is a small island, one day is hardly enough to see each place, as you can tell from reading this itinerary. If you find it too busy, you can choose to stay one night on the island instead. Spend one day exploring the north of the island (Hermigua, Agulo, Vallehermoso) and another day at the Garajonay National Park and El Cercado, perhaps extending the trip to Valle Gran Rey!

I highly recommend staying at the Parador Hotel in La Gomera. I stayed in a real princess room with a balcony overlooking the Teide volcano, a cozy atmosphere, and the sound of waves in the background. The hotel's pool overlooks the Atlantic and the gardens provide a beautiful view of San Sebastian.

If you are on a smaller budget, consider staying at the Torre Del Conde Hotel . It's not the best place to stay, but it is affordable and close to the port. This is a good option to keep in mind if you miss your ferry at night.

One can never be safe from an unforeseen event on the small and winding roads of La Gomera (as I learned when I got stuck behind a concrete mixer truck for 30 minutes on the road, admiring the locals' calmness as not one person honked!).

Lastly, if you tend to experience motion sickness, I advise you to bring your usual medication, as the roads of La Gomera have many turns and can be quite winding.

I hope you enjoy your time on the island!

Hello! On this blog, I share my photos, insights, and travel tips from journeys in France and around the world. I launched this blog in French in 2014 and began translating some articles into English in late 2022. I have a special passion for solo travel! In March 2023, I was blessed with my son James, and I've already begun introducing him to the joys of traveling as a solo mom with a baby.

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La Gomera Island tour from Tenerife South - Day Tour by Ferry & Bus

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La Gomera day trip from Tenerife South is an easy option to visit with a day sightseeing tour by bus and ferry beautiful neighbouring La Gomera island after exploring Tenerife. The La Gomera island bus tour already includes ferry tickets and lunch in n La Gomera.

• Discover beautiful neighbouring La Gomera island!
• Enjoy amazing views and diversity of nature along our La Gomera day trip from Tenerife!
• Visit endemic rainforest and Garajonay National Park.
• Clean, fresh and air conditioned tour bus.
• Ferry tickets and lunch in La Gomera are included!

Description

La Gomera day trip from Tenerife it's also a kind of adventure that goes around La Gomera Island. The La Gomera Day Tour offers a lot of amazing nature and extremely scenic views. This small island has a rich history and culture, which is uniquely different from mainland Spain.

La Gomera is also known for its natural beauty with lush green hills, volcanoes, rivers, waterfalls, and beaches. The island offers some of the best hiking in Europe, with some routes taking you through dramatic scenery.

What to do if you’ve already gone on other bus sightseeing tours in Tenerife like Tenerife Island Tour or Tenerife North Tour , having done those tours, tickets, you really need to try excursion to La Gomera, Tenerife offers. The trip is well planned and it is so convenient as promised!

On this excursion La Gomera - Tenerife you get to enjoy amazing views and diversity of nature, you’ll visit endemic rainforest and Garajonay National Park , discover beautiful views on neighbouring islands. Our buses are comfortable and are well are cleaned and hygienic, freshly scented, and air-conditioned.

La Gomera day trip from Tenerife already includes ferry tickets and return boat trip from Tenerife to La Gomera, and even lunch.

For this well-planned and fun-packed tour you might need to go with some items like:

• Your camera to take pictures.
• A jacket due to climatic change or a cover-up.
• A polarized sunglass to shield the sun.
• Some cash if you’d like to buy some drinks or souvenirs along the La Gomera day trip from Tenerife.

To the trip to La Gomera from Tenerife you are picked up from the nearest collection point to your hotel, well, the exact pick-up time will be specified in the tour Voucher after the booking made. Then we are going to the harbour in Los Cristianos to take the ferry to La Gomera. We leave our bus and aboard the ferry with our professional tour guide. You can be sure, you've joined the best of trips to La Gomera from Costa Adeje, Playa de Las Americas and other areas of the southern part of Tenerife.

Boarding on the ferry, you will have to show your passport or national ID card (if you are from an EU country) - it replaces your boarding pass, and that's why so important to take your original passport or national ID card with you on the trip to La Gomera from Tenerife.

La Gomera is home to beautiful water sports such as kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, diving, and snorkeling. The beaches of La Gomera are some of the bests in Spain, with crystal-clear waters, so you always know what to do staying here.

On the way from Tenerife to La Gomera Island, you may have a chance to see dolphins and pilot whales, if you are lucky. It takes about 40 min to 1 hour to get to La Gomera Island. Faster Fred Olsen water-jet ferry are taken on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays. Slightly slower Armas ferry are taken on Mondays and Wednesdays. We are docking in San Sebastian de La Gomera, where the bus will be waiting right by the ferry.

The Island is a very rocky one. There are also several caves, and also high peak plateau. Plants also grow abundantly here. The trees also give house to several kinds of brightly colored bird. You’d also find reptiles mostly red headed lizards in the rocky caves. Some rare species of birds are also found on the island rare kinds of partridges and some other kind of sparrows.

The La Gomera Tour leads from the south to the north of La Gomera . You will see how dramatically it will change the climate and vegetation. After crossing the long tunnel, you will notice you are in a different environment with green and lush flora.

We do our first stop in Hermigua , where you can see how local specialty - palm honey is taken and how different tropical plants grow. Along the scenic bus tour of La Gomera from Hermigua to our lunch point in a small village, we will pass Santa Barbara with its amazing views on Tenerife , and generally, you will feel like in a movie because landscapes and vegetation are constantly changing .

As you travel over the hill of the island you could see few old villages. The tour guide will tell you about the area of the island where the fire struck some years ago resulting in burnt trees but are now contained with beautiful trees and a green environment.

We stop in a small village Las Rosas, and during lunch, you will also have another unusual local experience - a demonstration of local whistling language.

Discover unique Whistling Language on the La Gomera day trip from Tenerife

The Ancient Whistling Language of La Gomera , is the method of communication that was used to replace the Spanish language on the La Gomera Island. The whistle language consist of two vowels and four consonants.

The language dated down to the 15th century when Guanches, original inhabitants of La Gomera , have been using the whistling language even when the European settlers arrived on the island. But the language was said to come from Africa which has birthed other Whistling Languages. Till date there are still many whistlers on the Island who shares their story with those who are wiling to listen like the tourists. This whistling language is not only used by the Gomerans but visitors on the island are also exposed to the language.

The language was actually invented because they needed to communicate over long distances in the forest or from hilltop to hilltop. This whistling language can be used to express over 4000 words. The whistling language involves using the mouth, one finger or sometimes two fingers of each hand and also in various position. Along the lunch stop you will be showed how people communicate with this unusual language - one of your memorable experiences along the trip.

La Gomera has been home to many different types of whistles, and for centuries also, including flutes, gongs and horns. In fact, it’s one of the oldest places on earth that still produces whistles today. There are also some very old pieces that have been found on La Gomera but they don't sound very good as whistles do not get used much anymore.

Visit and walk in the Garajonay National Park along our La Gomera tour

After lunch, our La Gomera tour from Tenerife getting you to the heart of La Gomera Island, to the green jungle and endemic rainforest of Garajonay National Park.

Here you will have approximately 30-45 minutes for a short walk in the jungle to feel its mysterious spirit by yourself. The clour forest is the most desired part of all our day trips to la Gomera from Tenerife - enjoy it fully!

On the island at the Garajonay Park there is also a famous story of a custom where the unnamed girls of the island stare into their reflection Chorros del Epina waters. It was said that if the water is clear they would find a husband but if cloudy some misfortune will befall them.

There is a particular statue that may catch your attention - the park’s wooden statues of Gara and Jonay representing a lady and a man who fell in love.

Jonay partook in an ensuing game which Gara saw him and he attracted Gara’s attention. They fell in love after this. And as they say led to the unfortunate incident of the Volcano Teide according to the story. So sad as the couple had to take their lives after several attempt to convince their parents about how true their love is. The parent never agreed with them as they knew trouble looms for their community according to the traditions of the land. Running off to a mountain was all they thought of, since the parent of the lady and of the man were trying to separate the lovers to avert this misfortune. Parents of both lovers searched and searched, but they could not find them only to find them dead on one of the mountains in the Island.

After a visit to the Garajonay National Park , we do another scenic drive on the other side of La Gomera, slowly descending to the capital. La Gomera tour lets you about an hour time to walk in the streets of the San Sebastian de La Gomera old town before we take our ferry back continuing excursion from La Gomera to Tenerife.

To summarize the tour, participants are picked-up from the collecting points along the Southern coast of Tenerife. Boarding to the fast ferry in Los Cristianos, and having ferry boat trip from Tenerife to La Gomera. On arrival to La Gomera, La Gomera island tour from Tenerife from Tenerife South begins. A scenic drive by side of the Majona natural reserve which stops in the Hermigua around lunch time for lunch in the local restaurant. Continuing to visit The National Park Garajonay. Then a drive to San Sebastian de La Gomera with a photo stop by the way to take a walk in San Sebastian de La Gomera. Lastly, return back ending excursion La Gomera - Tenerife by ferry, and then individual drop-offs to the collection points.

In conclusion, after touring the island, you will be happy to share your experience of La Gomera. The people in the island are friendly and the weather is beautiful.

The day trips to la Gomera from Tenerife from Tenerife has always promised to be interesting and is still as interesting and beautiful as always. You might not be able to feel the cool breeze from the environment or to hike in the greens or even the volcano rocks, explore caves on the bus sightseeing, but you surely will enjoy amazing views and landscapes on the La Gomera day trip from Tenerife.

What's included

• Inclusions:
• Pick-Ups and drop-offs at collection points located along the whole Tenerife South coast - choose the closest to your hotel.
• Clean comfortable seats in a fresh and air conditioned tour bus along the bus tour in La Gomera.
• Professional and friendly tour guide.
• Return ferry tickets included on the excursion La Gomera from Tenerife.
• Exclusions:
• Extra food and drinks on the lunch.
• Visited Places:
• San Sebastián de La Gomera
• Garajonay National Park Visitors Centre
• Restaurante Las Rosas
• Los Cristianos
• Garajonay National Park
• 7:00 AM - 8:20 AM - Pick-Ups from the collecting points along the Southern coast of Tenerife for our trips to La Gomera from Costa Adeje, Los Gigantes, La Arena, Alcala, Callao Salvaje, Playa Paraiso, La Caleta, Las Americas, Los Cristianos, Golf del Sur, El Medano - exact pick-up time will be specified in your tour Voucher after the booking made.
• Approx. 8:40 AM - Boarding to the fast ferry in Los Cristianos.
• 9:00 AM - leaving Tenerife by ferry to La Gomera island.
• Approx. 9:50 AM - Arrival to La Gomera and starting La Gomera day trip from Tenerife South.
• Scenic drive by side of the Majona natural reserve.
• Stop in the Hermigua.
• Scenic drive and lunch in the local restaurant.
• Visiting National Park Garajonay.
• Scenic drive to San Sebastian de La Gomera with a photo stop by the way.
• Walk in San Sebastian de La Gomera.
• Approx. 5:30 PM - leaving La Gomera island by ferry.
• Approx. 6:20 PM - docking in Los Cristianos, Tenerife.
• 6:20 PM - 7:20 PM - drop-offs to the collection points of the excursion La Gomera, Tenerife.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Tenerife to La Gomera day trip work?

The trip to La Gomera starts from Tenerife. First, you board a bus which takes you to the ferry port. From there, you sail to La Gomera on a ferry . During the trip, you will explore the island and see breathtaking views . An informative guide will tell you fun facts. You also get free time to enjoy at your own pace.

Can we book Tenerife La Gomera day trips easily?

Yes, it's very simple! Just book your trip at TripsPoint. You'll find a calendar. There, you can check the availability for your desired date. Make sure to read the trip details. They provide important info. Then, choose your date and follow the steps to confirm.

What can I see on the La Gomera day trip from Tenerife?

During this amazing trip , you'll visit several spots. This includes the spectacular capital, San Sebastián . You'll also see world heritage site areas, laurel jungle where nature is untouched. From certain viewpoint spots, you can gaze at the breathtaking views of the island and the surrounding sea. A guide will share stories and facts.

How long is the day trip La Gomera from Tenerife?

This is a full-day excursion . The morning starts with the journey to La Gomera. Once there, you spend hours exploring. You visit places, learn stories, and have free time . In the evening, you return to Tenerife. It's a day full of fun, nature, and learning.

Are there many day trips from Tenerife to La Gomera during the day?

No, there are no multiple trips. The tour to La Gomera takes place once daily and starts in the morning. It lets you explore the island in unique ways. We focus on nature and dive into history. The tour shows you the island's lovely sceneries . You'll see green forests, high cliffs, and blue seas. Each trip aims to make your day special.

Are La Gomera trips from Tenerife only by ferry?

No, trips are more than just the ferry. First, there's the bus ride from your pickup point. Then, you take the ferry to La Gomera. Both are part of the journey. This combo makes sure the trip is smooth and fun. Plus, you see different views along the way.

Is the La Gomera trip from Tenerife in any other language?

Yes, indeed, in several! There's a trip in English . But also in Spanish, German and French. This ensures many tourists understand the info shared. The guides are trained. They tell stories, facts, and answer questions. So, you not only see pretty spots but also learn a lot. It's an informative and engaging trip.

Why should I take a trip to La Gomera from Tenerife?

La Gomera is a gem in the Canary Islands . Though it's one of the smallest of the Canary Islands , it's rich in beauty and history. On the trip, you'll see nature's wonders, from green forests to tall cliffs. Also, you'll hear tales of the island's past. The blend of sightseeing and storytelling makes it a must-do.

How do I book trips from Tenerife to La Gomera?

Booking at TripsPoint is made simple for everyone. Here you'll find trip details and a booking section. Check the availability on the calendar. Pick a date that suits you. Then, follow the steps given. In a short time, your trip will be confirmed. It's hassle-free.

What’s special about day trips to La Gomera from Tenerife?

These trips are crafted for a perfect day. They let you dive into La Gomera’s beauty. Visit unique spots like San Sebastián, Garajonay National Park and local Gomero areas. Hear tales of the past. See where explorers like Columbus once walked. Every moment is filled with wonder. By the end, you'll have memories to cherish.

Why is it a good idea to visit La Gomera from Tenerife?

La Gomera is close but feels like another world. The island of La Gomera is a paradise of nature. It's different from Tenerife. You'll see world heritage site areas protected by UNESCO . Plus, the vibe is calm and pure. A day there is like a mini-holiday. It's an unforgettable experience.

What's included in the La Gomera day trip?

The day trip is packed with fun. It includes travel by bus and ferry . You get to see places like San Sebastián, Garajonay National Park and Agulo . There's also free time for you to explore on your own. An informative guide tells stories and facts along the tour . It's a mix of sightseeing and learning.

Can I start my Tenerife trips to La Gomera from anywhere in Tenerife?

Most trips start from South Tenerife . But, there are pickup points in other parts too. Places like Puerto de la Cruz and La Caleta have pickup options. If you stay on the north of Tenerife, please, book La Gomera Day-Tour from Puerto de La Cruz . It's best to check the description and itinerary when you book . This way, you can find the closest spot to you.

Is there a guide on the day trip from Tenerife to La Gomera?

Yes, there is! The trip includes an informative guide. This guide speaks English. So, the trip in English makes it easy for many. The guide tells tales and shares fun facts. They make sure your trip is fun and rich in knowledge. You will love it.

How do we travel from Tenerife to La Gomera on the day trip?

The journey is smooth. It starts with a bus pickups and ride. This takes you from Tenerife to the ferry port. Then, you board the ferry . It sails to La Gomera in a short time. Both the bus and ferry are comfy. They make sure you enjoy the travel parts too.

Are there any stops during the trips to La Gomera from Tenerife?

Yes, there are! Apart from San Sebastián , the trip stops at spots like Agulo, Las Rosas, Garajonay and viewpoint places. Each stop lets you see new things. From tall cliffs to deep forests. And from local towns to the blue sea. Each stop is a new story.

What makes the tour to La Gomera from Tenerife special?

La Gomera is not just an island. It's a tale of nature and history. The tour lets you dive into this tale. With stops at world heritage site areas and local spots, you get a full view. Plus, tales from the past add magic. It's a day of wonder.

Can I cancel my excursion to La Gomera from Tenerife if needed?

Yes, you can. But there's a cancellation policy. You might need to cancel within a set time to get a refund. It's best to read the policy when you book . This way, you know all the rules and can plan better.

What is the main focus of this tour?

The tour aims to show La Gomera's beauty. It takes you to nature spots and history places. Breathtaking views , tall cliffs, green forests, and blue seas are part of it. Also, tales from guides add fun. It's a day of joy, learning, and sightseeing.

Is it a long journey from La Gomera from Tenerife?

No, it's not very long. The ferry sails fast, it takes an hour. Within a short time, you reach La Gomera. The sea journey is also fun. You see the sea, birds, and maybe dolphins too. Plus, the island view from the sea is lovely. It's a fun ride.

What places will we visit on the tour to La Gomera?

The tour to La Gomera has many stops. This includes San Sebastián the island's capital and Garajonay National Park. Also, nature spots and local areas. You see the island's true beauty. With forests, cliffs, and seas, each view is a treat. Plus, tales from the guide make each spot shine more.

Where exactly do we start our trip in South Tenerife?

The trip starts in South Tenerife . There are pickup points in places like La Caleta, Costa Adeje, Los Gigantes, El Medano, and many other locations along the South coast of Tenerife . The bus picks you and others from these spots. Then, it heads to the ferry port. From there, the sea journey starts. South Tenerife is the main start point for many.

How much time does the La Gomera Island tour from Tenerife South - Day Tour by Ferry & Bus take?

La Gomera Island tour from Tenerife South - Day Tour by Ferry & Bus duration is 11 hours .

How many days in advance I must book La Gomera Island tour from Tenerife South - Day Tour by Ferry & Bus?

You can book La Gomera Island tour from Tenerife South - Day Tour by Ferry & Bus at least in 2 days . Check availability calendar in "Book Now" form to see currently available dates.

traveler reviews

Reviewed on: Apr 21, 2024

La Gomera Tour

A great day hosted by a brilliant guide who was very knowledgeable and entertaining.

Reviewed on: Mar 30, 2024

Must Do trip from Tenerife

It was a long, but extremely interesting day tour. Everything went smooth from the booking to drop-off nearby our hotel. I'd say...  Show full review ➤ It was a long, but extremely interesting day tour. Everything went smooth from the booking to drop-off nearby our hotel. I'd say a must do if you stay in Tenerife to explore La Gomera island.  Hide review

Reviewed on: Mar 11, 2024

Fantastic day out

You get a lot of bang for your buck with this tour. Be prepared for a long day out but it is well worth it as so much is packed...  Show full review ➤ You get a lot of bang for your buck with this tour. Be prepared for a long day out but it is well worth it as so much is packed into the day. The lunch was entertaining. La Gomera is a fascinating place with a lot of interesting history. Take a light rain coat as it really does rain up the mountain. Overall a very well organised tour.  Hide review

Reviewed on: Jan 20, 2024

Beautiful La Gomera

Impressed by La Gomera! I've already visited Tenerife four times and decided to take this tour to explore La Gomera island, which...  Show full review ➤ Impressed by La Gomera! I've already visited Tenerife four times and decided to take this tour to explore La Gomera island, which I always saw from Tenerife. The tour was simply perfect, including the ferry ride, clean buses, and Pablo, our lovely guide. La Gomera is a quiet island, but it is so panoramic, a diverse scenery at every corner. The endemic forest at the top of La Gomera is like another world. I'm thinking about spending a week on this island to explore it more thoroughly. Thank you, guys; it was a perfect day tour.  Hide review

Reviewed on: Oct 31, 2023

Nice day out to La Gomera!

Pickup on time, the guide was very friendly, the ferry ride an attraction by itself. La Gomera is a beautiful island, not so busy...  Show full review ➤ Pickup on time, the guide was very friendly, the ferry ride an attraction by itself. La Gomera is a beautiful island, not so busy as Tenerife. The national park is a lush jungle and we spent there an hour - the best experience and hard to imagine it could be so green and fresh. Even it's a full-day long trip, but the time is passing fast. The tour overall maybe worth 5-stars, but the food in the restaurant was really so-so and that's why I give just 4.  Hide review

Reviewed on: Oct 24, 2023

Amazing trip to La Gomera!

It was an early morning pickup at 7:30am, kind of early. By 9am, we were on the ferry, cruising towards La Gomera. About an hour...  Show full review ➤ It was an early morning pickup at 7:30am, kind of early. By 9am, we were on the ferry, cruising towards La Gomera. About an hour later, we hopped on a coach, and that's when we met Miguel. Seriously, the guy's a walking encyclopedia, and he's got an answer for everything. We made a few stops, and Miguel was like, "go, snap your pics, but stick to the plan." The included lunch? Not gourmet, but it did the trick. But the real star? Those killer views on the island - it's like stepping back in time. After touring, we had some free time before going back to Tenerife. All up, it's a long day - 11 hours! - but 100% worth it. Just go for it. Our day out with this crew was a total win.  Hide review

Reviewed on: Oct 20, 2023

Fantastic day trip to La Gomera

Fantastic day trip! We chose the perfect day with gorgeous weather. We've captured a stunning photos of La Gomera. Even with...  Show full review ➤ Fantastic day trip! We chose the perfect day with gorgeous weather. We've captured a stunning photos of La Gomera. Even with multiple stops, the day flowed smoothly. One highlight was a three-course meal paired with wine + a bonus! One of the waiters showcased the traditional whistling language of La Gomera. Our Spanish tour guide was incredible, spoke fluent English, and had a lively personality. Overall, it was a perfect day trip.  Hide review

Reviewed on: Feb 18, 2023

Horrible food

The tour itself was OK as a way to see La Gomera on the cheap. Take your own food, though, because what was served was...  Show full review ➤ The tour itself was OK as a way to see La Gomera on the cheap. Take your own food, though, because what was served was appallingly bad. Brown dishwater masquerading as yam soup, with no salt or pepper on the table. Followed by unidentifiable meat (rabbit? Chicken?) and frozen mixed veg worthy of school dinners in the UK in the 1960s. The "demonstration" of the whistling language was risible. Nice views up/down the road to the rain forest.  Hide review

Reviewed on: Oct 26, 2022

Beautiful island and friendly tour guide!

We've made a few tours in Tenerife, but La Gomera day trip from Tenerife was the highlight of our holiday. In La Gomera you...  Show full review ➤ We've made a few tours in Tenerife, but La Gomera day trip from Tenerife was the highlight of our holiday. In La Gomera you really feel that's the island living slow pace. Views are priceless, unique whistling language, endemic laurel cloud forest in Garajonay park and obviously Miguel, our very knowledgable and friendly tour guide - all that made the day. The price of the tour is another advantage - it will cost you almost twice a price just for the ferry tickets if you go on your own. Highly recommend this La Gomera day trip!  Hide review

Reviewed on: May 24, 2022

reportedly do not have strong English skills

Our La Gomera island tour from Tenirife guide, was an absolute genius. He spoke to us in a very informative and fluent English....  Show full review ➤ Our La Gomera island tour from Tenirife guide, was an absolute genius. He spoke to us in a very informative and fluent English. Some of the guides reportedly do not have strong English skills, so I've been feeling a little nervous. You can learn more about the island's history, which makes the experience unique. Overall, I was thrilled to know so much more about the island and its surroundings.  Hide review

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VIP Tour to La Gomera

Relax and enjoy this superb, guided, VIP Tour of La Gomera, one of the world’s most unique islands. This excursion, in a comfortable minivan from Tenerife, includes the return ferry crossing to La Gomera, a guide, and lunch in a restaurant on the island, where you can enjoy the local gastronomy. You will spend the entire day admiring wonders such as the Garajonay National Park, and you’ll learn lots about the island’s culture, including the famous La Gomera whistle.

• VIP Tour La Gomera: travel in a spacious minivan
• An island with its own unique character, where Columbus stopped off before setting sail for America
• Small groups: maximum of 8 passengers per minivan. The vehicle travels in a caravan of several minivans.
• All our VIP Tours include lunch.
• Cancellations without charge: full refund up to 24-hours in advance
• Return ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera from Los Cristianos dock in an exclusive area with free food and drink on board
• Stops at San Sebastián de La Gomera, Garajonay National Park, Roque de Agando and other points of interest in La Gomera (see full itinerary)
• One driver per vehicle
• Explanations in your language
• Spacious minivan with air-conditioning and four-wheel drive
• Transport from your hotel or nearby point
• Civil liability insurance
• Anything not listed in the “What’s included” section

Information

Important information.

• Activity duration: 9 hours, approximately
• Available languages: Spanish, German and French.
• Days available: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
• Schedule: 9.00am to 6.00pm (approx.)
• If you’re booking less than 24 hours before the date of your planned excursion we recommend ringing (+34) 659 971 974 to check availability because our capacity is limited and sometimes it’s not possible to make last minute changes.
• Transport in caravan of minivans
• Ferry from Tenerife to La Gomera: you’ll need your identity document or passport to travel on the ferry, passengers are not admitted on board without it
• Confirmation: instant.
• Pick-up: return transport from your accommodation or nearby point in either the Puerto de la Cruz or Playa de las Américas area, depending on the place of departure.
• Booking confirmation: printed and digital versions accepted.
• Children admitted: 3 - 11-year-olds.
• Cancellation: full refund up to 24-hours in advance.
• Date change: free of charge up to 24-hours in advance
• Notes: you’ll be informed about the collection from your accommodation when you make the booking
• Recommendations: bring water and something to eat in your rucksack as a snack during the excursion. We also recommend that you bring a coat, comfortable shoes, a hat and sunscreen.

What you'll see on this excursion to La Gomera

This small village specialises in growing Canary Islands bananas and is also famous for its palm tree groves, the source of Canary Islands guarapo juice. Once you’ve been here, you’ll understand why the quality of life in La Gomera is so high.

Laguna Grande

Plant-life is curiously absent from this plain that spreads out in the centre of Garajonay National Park in environmental conditions unlike any others on the island. This is the perfect place to start when you set off to explore the park.

Canary Islands cuisine

Another attraction of this Jeep Safari: La Gomera has some wonderful food. You’ll stop in one of La Gomera’s restaurants and have the chance to sample some of the island’s most typical dishes. Are you sure you know real Canary Islands food?

Garajonay National Park

The jewel in the crown of the island’s natural attractions, this park has paths and routes among laurel forests from the Tertiary period. Wherever you look as you travel by Jeep, you’re certain to be amazed. It’ll be a long time before you forget this green paradise.

San Sebastián de La Gomera

Admire the balconies and splendid colours on the façades of buildings in the island’s capital. This will be your departure point once you’ve arrived on the island and you’ll also be free to explore it independently for a while before boarding the return ferry.

One of the most enchanting areas not just of La Gomera, but the whole Canary Islands archipelago. Travel its narrow cobbled streets by Jeep and get ready to see one of the most impressive panoramic views in the Atlantic.

Where to find us

Frequently asked questions.

A comfortable, air-conditioned four-wheel drive minivan. If the excursion includes travel between two islands, the journey will be made by ferry and you will return the same day.

Yes, the minivan has a maximum of 8 passenger seats, driver included. The excursion consists of a caravan of vehicles.

Yes, you can do a VIP or private version of this same excursion where you choose who travels with you in your vehicle.

It means we’ll collect you from your hotel or nearby point and take you back when we finish.

None; if you travel from Puerto de la Cruz (if your accommodation is in northern Tenerife) your first stop is the meeting point for the excursion in southern Tenerife (Playa de las Américas).

Description

About this vip tour to la gomera.

Discover the luxury of being able to visit an island as wonderful as La Gomera on board one of Tamarán’s minivans, spacious vehicles that are specially prepared so that you remember your VIP Tour to La Gomera for a long time afterwards. Let the team tell you everything about each place you visit and immerse yourself in an island that was Columbus’s final departure point on his journey to the New World.

Silbo Gomero, Cultural Heritage of Humanity

This La Gomera tour from Tenerife takes you from your accommodation—or nearby point—to the places that make the island truly special. La Gomera has its own language, silbo gomero, a whistled language that has been declared part of the Cultural Heritage of Humanity. If you want to find out all about it, don’t miss the explanations by the Tamarán team, which will make your VIP Tour to La Gomera an experience that makes you truly connect with an island packed with history. Start your route by ferry in style: tuck in to free bar of food and drinks as you enjoy the sea breeze and the best views of the Atlantic. When you reach San Sebastián de La Gomera, just as Columbus did over 500 years ago, you’ll set off on your tour. La Gomera has many magical places that you’ll visit, such as the Vallehermoso Viewpoint, Garajonay National Park with its laurel forests and the Abrante Viewpoint. When your excursion in comfort finishes, you’ll be returned to the start with a smile on your face, inspired by the island’s history, its fascinating cultural and natural features and with countless photos of one of the most charismatic islands in the Atlantic.

Full itinerary of our VIP Tour to La Gomera excursion

The itinerary is the same for departures from Puerto de la Cruz or Playa de las Américas. If your excursion starts at Puerto de la Cruz, the first stop on route to La Gomera is the meeting point at Playa de las Américas, where the ferry sets off from. When your excursion has finished, you’ll be transported back to Puerto de la Cruz.

Meeting points in Playa de las Américas or Puerto de la Cruz | Los Cristianos dock | San Sebastián | Igualero | Chipude | Vallehermoso Viewpoint | Laguna Grande | Restaurant | Abrante Viewpoint | Agulo | Hermigua | Hermigua Viewpoint | Aloe Vera farm | San Sebastián | Playa de las Américas

I’ve found the perfect Canary Island for midlifers

I t’s a cliche that Tenerife is all about mass tourism, with all the cultural complications that often entails. Sure, the stack-’em-high resorts of Los Cristianos and Playa de las Américas on the south coast draw us by the planeload (2.3 million British tourists arrived on the island last year). But even so, a visit doesn’t have to revolve around baking yourself puce or drinking yourself unconscious in the nearest Irish bar, unless you are particularly keen. 

Try the boutique hotels and volcanic pools of Garachico on the north coast, for example, or wander the streets of gracious San Cristóbal de La Laguna, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Or explore the epic volcanic mass of Teide, Spain ’s highest mountain, its summit a martian landscape of wild red rocks. The teeming hordes rarely venture here.

Better still, next door to Tenerife lies a tiny speck in the ocean called La Gomera. And La Gomera is something very special indeed: the antithesis of everything you might have heard about its bigger, heartier sibling. It’s the third-smallest of the eight Canary Islands (larger only than little-visited El Hierro and the really titchy La Graciosa, which only got upgraded from islet to island in 2018) and although it possesses a runway, there are no direct flights from the UK. 

To get here means switching planes in Tenerife or Gran Canaria , or transferring from Tenerife South airport to the harbour at Los Cristianos and taking the ferry on its hour-long journey westwards. 

The moment you board that ferry, you will realise you are embarking on a very different sort of holiday from the one that’s happening on the packed beach behind you. For a start, there is no sense of “packed”. Instead, the sparsely occupied vessel will suddenly appear to contain only those who are either (A) local or (B) carefully applying sunscreen, dressed in hiking gear and over the age of 45. 

Where we’re going, you see, there are no Irish bars. And not a water park in sight. (The largest “resort town” is low-rise Valle Gran Rey in the south-west, a far less frenetic place than its equivalents on Tenerife.) Instead, La Gomera lures its visitors by delivering extraordinary hiking routes through gloriously crenellated landscapes, all packed into a button-shaped island a mere 15 miles in diameter and with a population of just 22,000. Basically, if you’re after the perfect Canary Island for empty-nest midlifers – at least, those of us with still-functioning knee joints – then this, my twice-blessed friends, is it. 

Alejandro, who drove us northwards from the capital San Sebastián – little more than a harbour on the east coast with a few parallels of well-kept streets arrayed behind it – put it best: “In La Gomera, you go up, you go down – and there are a lot of zig-zags.” Thus would our week of walking unfold.

My wife and I, these days entirely empty of nest, had booked ahead with Inntravel, which specialises in “slow holidays” and had arranged all our accommodation, plus the transport of our bags between hotels so we could hike relatively unencumbered. It also provided us with route information (both in print and digital form, for mobile phone use). I will confess that some of the elevation profiles listed in these looked a bit daunting.

First things first, though: we explored the little town of Vallehermoso in the north of the island, which – like almost all the little towns we would eventually pass through – is formed from a puddle of brightly coloured houses that wash gently up the sides of the barranco (valley) floor, before dissolving just shy of a black-sand shoreline. In La Gomera, buildings seem always to be at the mercy of topography: cafés perch on cliff edges, houses hide in ravines. 

Hotel Añaterve, our base for the first couple of nights, was in fact more like a cosy B&B. It occupied a lofty position on a small hill, with a view out over the town towards the sea, the riverbed below marked out by bright green bamboo canes and banana-leaf fronds. From the back of the property, a narrow path led into town through a dusty garden of frangipani, pomegranate trees and monstrous agave plants. 

We ate splendid tuna fillet and pan con almogrote (bread with a fiery paste made with hard cheese and peppers) at the friendly Restaurante Agana, which turned out to be the only restaurant that was open. Later that night we were lulled to sleep by the bleating of a goat farther up the valley. Amala, one of the co-owners of the hotel, didn’t like the goat; she felt it was too loud. “I wish it was a donkey,” she told me the next morning as she waved us off. 

I wished it was a donkey, too, as we made our way up from the valley floor. It could have carried my daypack, which was weighed down with several litres of water (temperatures in La Gomera in spring and autumn are warmly pleasant for hikers, but this is still a strenuous business). The 10-mile circuit we were due to complete took us about 1,600ft above the Barranco de la Era Nueva to the north-west of the town. Beyond we could see the Roque Cano, which looms over Vallehermoso, a huge fist of rock that is the remnant of a volcanic chimney. 

There wasn’t a huge amount of way-marking on the route (don’t worry – the walking notes are exemplary), but the paths themselves were impressively well maintained. Of the six people we met that morning, four of them were dressed in hi-vis vests and were hacking away at the undergrowth to clear the way. The other two were a pair of German hikers who were concerned about our relative fitness levels. 

“I always check people’s calves to see if they are proper walkers,” said one. “I didn’t rate the calves of some of the other people in the hotel, but yours look OK.”

Suitably encouraged, we marched onwards into the scenery. Our surroundings really were extraordinary, running from laurel tree grove to black volcanic soil in a single switchback, the drier mountainsides spotted with cyprus trees and white-flowered broom, the narrow valleys lined with date palms in more verdant green. Stark, V-shaped views ran jagged across our line of sight as we toiled upwards. Then suddenly we burst out of the valley onto the north-west coast to follow a ridge high above the shore. 

After what turned out to be the most strenuous ascent of the week, we made it to Chorros de Epina, where seven springs converge in a row of trickling pipes. According to local legend, men have to drink from the odd-numbered springs and women from the even-numbered ones in order to guarantee true love. 

Perhaps over-confident in our relationship, I suggested we skip the pipes and instead eat more pan con almogrote at the Chorros de Epina restaurant, perched on an escarpment. It marked the rough half-way point in our route, before we wound back to Vallehermoso through a pine forest. 

You get the gist, then. Every day starts with a climb and takes you either on a circular route, or a direct path to your next accommodation. But that doesn’t cover just how startling individual moments on each trail are. 

The journey eastwards from Vallehermoso to the town of Hermigua – the longest of the week at 11 miles – is lanced into my memory because of its sheer variety: the red dust of the path below the Roque Cano; the terraced vines and fruit trees above the almost empty Presa Amalayuigüe reservoir; the extraterrestrial landscape on our detour to the Mirador de Abrante, where red dunes were wreathed in a mist that also – sadly – hid Tenerife from view; the relics of abandoned harbour infrastructure at the pretty village of Agulo, where the banana trade once flourished.

We spent two nights based at the seven-room Hotel Rural Casa los Herrera in Hermigua, which faces the town’s church and is a splendid concoction of dark wood ceilings, neat balconies and crisp white linen. The terrace of Bar Pedro, a little closer to the sea, was the place to be in the evenings, in that the few hikers we’d met along the way seemed to congregate there. We toasted each other’s calves with the local Dorada beer. 

The journey back to San Sebastian from Hermigua is a thrill, ending with a three-hour descent that traverses the ridge of Lomo de las Nieves. We passed prickly pears in opal-fruit colours and groves of long-needled Canarian pines; crickets chirped and lizards skittered across the path as we made our way to the Parador Nacional de Turismo de la Gomera, perched above the town. A modern building constructed to resemble a Canarian manor house, it was on a much grander scale than our two previous hotels, but by this point we were due a bit of pampering. From the outdoor pool, Mount Teide shone blue in the far distance, serene above the clouds – and the crowds. 

We ventured along the coast for one last walk – a tiddler at two hours each way – this time to an entirely empty black-sand beach that was perfect for swimming, before heading down into town for lunch. And it was here that we found a life-sized statue of Christopher Columbus, whose fleet stopped off at La Gomera in 1492 to stock up with provisions before heading to the New World. He was 41 at the time: almost the perfect age. I just hope he remembered his hiking boots.

Ben Ross travelled as a guest of Inntravel (01653 617000; inntravel.co.uk), which offers a seven-night walking holiday on La Gomera from £1,100pp based on two sharing, including B&B accommodation, two dinners, two picnics, ferries and transfers, and walking notes and maps. Flights extra. Available until May 31 and from September 1 to January 7 2025.

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