where nature is the protagonist
Only here is it possible to guess how the jungles were before the arrival of human beings to the islands: an ancient forest unique in the world crowns the island of La Gomera. The waters of the Atlantic bathe its coast, sometimes docile, sometimes strong. Together with the trade winds they manage to soften the temperatures which makes it a paradise to visit all year round, impossible verticalities of its ravines, gentle hills where you can see endless horizons with their sunsets, more than 600km of trails, hidden coves and beaches, impeccable skies and wonderful people. Any excuse is good to visit this island where nature is the protagonist, the climate of the Canary Islands called the eternal spring and the number of hours of sunshine per year, make La Gomera a place where you can always practice outdoor activities.
New descriptionForming part of the archipelago of the Canary Islands, approximately 12 million years ago, the island of La Gomera emerged thanks to volcanic activity that shaped its landscape.the passage of time has allowed the island to be molded into its present form. The climate in La Gomera is exceptional due to the trade winds that caress it and form a picturesque sea of clouds on its slopes and are responsible for maintaining the Garajonay National Park in an exuberant state throughout the ages.The geographical situation of La Gomera made it the last stopping point for Christopher Columbus before embarking on his historic voyage to America in 1492.
The entire island of La Gomera is a Biosphere Reserve and has two World Heritage Sites: the Garajonay National Park and the Silbo Gomero, a whistled language unique in the world. The island is home to 17 natural areas that protect a third of its territory, with the Garajonay National Park being the best preserved example of laurel forests in the world.
With its favorable climate all year round, La Gomera is the ideal setting to enjoy outdoor activities. With the sun and the sea breeze as constant companions, you can enjoy cycling, hiking, golf, bird watching and various water activities such as whale watching, diving, stand up paddle, kayaking and snorkeling, allowing you to explore the charms of the island in a natural way.the presence of the Atlantic Ocean is a permanent part of the landscape of La Gomera, where it is possible to see in their natural habitat almost a third of the dolphins and whales that exist around the world. Its waters are home to more than 20 different species of cetaceans.