La Palma

Once you arrive in La Palma, the journey begins with a stop in the capital, where you’ll discover some of the island’s most significant sights, including:

The Barco de la Virgen, a reproduction of the Santa María, the vessel used by Christopher Columbus during his voyage to America. This replica commemorates the sailors from La Palma who set sail on ships constructed from local timber. Inside, there is a naval museum displaying maritime charts and models of some of the ships crafted on the island. The Castillo de Santa Catalina, once one of Spain’s key fortresses along the route to the Americas. The traditional balconies, which are among the best-preserved in the Canary Islands, particularly the double balconies designed to provide ventilation to the houses.

The tour continues to the Mirador de la Concepción, a viewpoint located at the peak of the Caldereta volcano, a site recognized as a “natural area.” Here, you’ll get a glimpse of the crater and the island’s capital. Moving on, you’ll pass through the Tunnel of Time, where you can observe the island’s changing landscape, before heading southwest to the area impacted by the Cumbre Vieja volcano.

Next, you’ll stop in the exclusion zone of Tacande, where you’ll catch your first view of the volcano. The tour then proceeds to Tazacorte, where you can witness Spain’s most recent lava flows.

Lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant around 1:30 PM. Following the meal, from the port of Tazacorte, you’ll see the newly formed land or lava delta created by the eruption.

The final destination is the Tajuya viewpoint, offering a safe vantage point from 2 kilometers away to observe the newest volcano in the Canary Islands, which still awaits its name.

Essential Information

• Ferry crossing time: Around 2 hour and 15 minutes.

• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the excursion. If you cancel with less than 24 hours’ notice, no refund will be issued.

• Identification is mandatory. All customers must carry their ID or passport, as it will be required to board the ferry. Without this documentation, access to the ferry may be denied.

• The port fees for infants (babies aged 0-3 years) must be paid directly at the Fred Olsen office.

• This excursion may be subject to itinerary and schedule changes due to adverse weather conditions.

Travel Recommendations

• Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring something warm.
• It is advisable to bring motion sickness medication for the boat trip.

Itinerary 

Daytime Excursion Meeting Point: 07:45 AM at Los Cristianos Port (Fred Olsen office).

The ferry will leave Los Cristianos Port at 8:30 AM, providing a comfortable journey with stunning sea views. You will arrive at Santa Cruz de La Palma Port at around 11:00 AM.

After a day of exploration, you will return to the port at approximately 4:30 PM to board the ferry, which will depart at 5:00 PM.

The return trip offers another chance to relax and enjoy the ocean, with the ferry arriving back at Los Cristianos Port at 7:30 PM.

Lunch

Please specify any intolerance, allergy, or dietary preference, such as vegetarian/vegan menu, when making the reservation.

Menu:

Fish Menu: Grilled Palmero goat cheese with green mojo sauce, grilled saithe with wrinkled potatoes and mixed salad, Canary Islands banana.

Vegetarian Menu: Grilled Palmero goat cheese with green mojo sauce, sautéed tofu with vegetables, wrinkled potatoes and mixed salad, Canary Islands banana.