Discover the volcanic landscapes of southern La Palma on a guided hiking excursion around the San Antonio and Teneguía volcanoes in Fuencaliente.
Duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes
Available days: Monday and Wednesday
During this walk, you will explore a landscape of lava, volcanic ash and vineyards, while learning about the history of the eruptions that have transformed this part of the island.
The route begins at the San Antonio Volcano Visitor Centre, where you will learn about the geological features of the landscape, the vegetation growing among the volcanic rocks and the history of La Palma’s early inhabitants.
The excursion takes place during the final hours of the day, allowing you to enjoy the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. If weather conditions permit, you will also have the opportunity to observe some stars and constellations in the sky above La Palma.
Key Information About the Southern Volcanoes Excursion
| Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Fuencaliente, southern La Palma |
| Type of activity | Guided sunset hiking excursion |
| Duration | 3 hours and 30 minutes |
| Languages | Spanish and English |
| Meeting point | San Antonio Volcano Visitor Centre |
| Main highlights | San Antonio Volcano, Roque Teneguía and the volcanic landscape of Fuencaliente |
| Landscapes | Lava fields, volcanic vineyards and Atlantic Ocean views |
| Special experience | Sunset and basic night sky observation, weather permitting |
| Group size | Maximum 20 people |
| Included | Guide and interpretation of the volcanic landscape |
| Optional visit | San Antonio Visitor Centre and a 30-minute walk along the crater rim |
| Not included | Transport, food, drinks and admission to the Visitor Centre |
| What to bring | Hiking shoes, comfortable clothing, water, sun protection, warmer clothing for sunset and optional binoculars |
| Not allowed | High heels, walking barefoot, drones, pushchairs and scooters |
| Not suitable for | Children under 14, people over 70, pregnant women and people with the specified physical limitations |
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What You Will Discover During the Excursion
- San Antonio Volcano: Learn about the history of the volcanic eruptions that shaped the landscape of Fuencaliente.
- Roque Teneguía: Discover a rock formation of great geological and cultural interest, where ancient rock carvings made by La Palma’s early inhabitants have been preserved.
- Volcanic vineyards: Learn how local farmers grow grapevines in volcanic ash soils and discover Fuencaliente’s winemaking traditions, especially its famous Malvasía wines.
- Native flora: Observe plants adapted to the harsh conditions of the volcanic terrain, including local thyme species and plants known as arreboles.
- Volcanic history: Discover the eruptions of San Antonio and Teneguía and how they affected the surrounding landscape.
- Climate and landscape: Learn how the trade winds, the Atlantic Ocean and the local climate influence vegetation and agriculture in the south of the island.
- Sunset over the Atlantic: Enjoy the warm colours of the setting sun across the volcanic mountains, vineyards and ocean horizon.
- Starry sky: At the end of the walk, weather permitting, you will learn to identify some of the stars and constellations visible from La Palma.
Optional Visit to the San Antonio Volcano Visitor Centre
If you arrive with enough time and opening hours allow, you can visit the San Antonio Volcano Visitor Centre, where you will find information about the volcanic history of La Palma.
The visit also offers the opportunity to take an approximately 30-minute walk along the crater rim, where you can enjoy views of Fuencaliente’s volcanic landscape.
Important: Admission to the Visitor Centre is not included in the excursion price and must be paid separately.
What’s Included in the Excursion
- Guided walk through the volcanic landscape of Fuencaliente.
- Guide speaking Spanish and English.
- Explanations about the geology, flora, agriculture and volcanic history of the area.
- Guided interpretation of the landscape during sunset.
- Introduction to the starry sky, weather permitting.
