Easy level.
5:30 hours
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Our guided walk "The apothecary of yore" takes place entirely within the Garajonay National Park.
Our trained guides will give you a lot of information about the nature and culture of La Gomera, we will tell you about the laurel forest and, above all, about the uses of the plants in the area in the past.
Open map San Sebastián de la Gomera, San Sebastián de la Gomera (Sta. Cruz de Tenerife), España
Guided walk through the National Park of Garajonay.
The laurel forest of La Gomera, a surviving forest from the Tertiary Era, is home to a great diversity of species, some of them unique in the world. Wrapped in the mists coming from the trade winds, it invites us to discover its secrets, learn about its singularities and enjoy its freshness and beauty.
We will meet at the chapel of Las Hayas on the edge of the Garajonay National Park, where our hiking route begins. We will enter the ancient laurel forest on foot and following in the footsteps of the island's ancient inhabitants we will learn a lot about the medicinal herbs that grow in this "forest pharmacy." If weather permits, we will enjoy the views of the Vallehermoso ravine to the majestic Teide. Our path will take us along narrow and somewhat inclined old paths back to the hamlet of Las Hayas.
Difficulty level: low
Distance: 8 km approx.
Elevation difference: 200 meters of ascent and 200 meters of descent approx.
Duration: 4 hours approx.
Prices
- 1 to 5 participantes: 150,00 €
- 6 to 8 participantes: 200,00 €
- 9 to 15 participantes: 250,00 €
The price includes
- Guided walk in the National Park.
- In deep information of flora & fauna, costums and gomeran life style.
- Experienced walking guide (Spanish, German, English).
- Activity insurance.
Timetable
Check the calendar.
Meeting point: chapel Las Hayas at 10:00 a.m.
Activity details
- It takes place on the island of La Gomera.
- This is not an accessible activity.
- Suitable for families with children who are used to hiking.
- Difficulty level: low
- Distance: 8 km approx.
- Elevation difference: 200 meters of ascent and 200 meters of descent approx.
- Duration: 4 hours approx.
Do not forget
- Wear walking shoes and a backpack.
- Wear warm clothing in the winter months.
- Bring sun protection (hat/cream).
- Bring water and food.
Booking conditions
Payment will be made in full by POS (credit or debit card) paypal o bizum at the time of booking.
Cancellation policy
If the participant cancels a booked activity, the following cancellation fees will apply:
- Up to 48 hours before the start of the activity: there are no cancellation fees.
- Up to 24 hours before the start of the activity: 50% cancellation fees apply.
- Less than 24 hours before the start of the activity: 100% cancellation fees apply.
- Up to 24 hours before the start of the activity, the participant can request a postponement to another date, subject to availability.
- In rare cases it is not possible to carry out the activity due to weather conditions. The guest will then receive a full refund of the price or can postpone the activity to another date (if possible).