Highlights of El Hierro Walk

Discover an intriguing island of spectacular escarpments, volcanic ash cones and lava flows

Highlights of El Hierro Walk

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Trip Fee

$ 2.645

Single Room Difference

$ 480

Date

19 - 26 January 2026

Trip Information

El Hierro is the least known, and most westerly, of the Canary Islands. In fact, it was the most westerly point of the 'old world'. El Hierro has escaped mass tourism and with a population of just over 6,500 it has a very different feel to the other Canarian islands. The Herrenos are fiercely proud of their island and are very welcoming towards visitors who come to appreciate the environment, such as walkers. Like its neighbours, El Hierro was formed by volcanic activity along an offshoot of the mid-Atlantic ridge. There has not been an eruption on the island since the 18th century, but the cones of ash and old lava flows are a prominent feature of the island. The small central plateau, at 1000m or more, offers a mixture of volcanic scenery, pastures (cattle, sheep and goats provide fine cheeses), and the beautiful Canarian pine woodlands. To the north the lowland of El Golfo resembles a huge bite taken out of the island, and the impressive bordering escarpment, reaching 1500m in altitude, features in our walks. On the lower land of El Golfo vines, bananas and pineapples are grown. The islanders have preserved a number of local traditions and some of their sites are included in our routes. Overall, there is a surprisingly rich variety for such a small area! The walking is designed to pass through the variety of landscapes on the island and to seek out the most spectacular views and a number of locations of cultural and historical significance to the islanders. No two days are the same. Your El Hierro experience begins in the small town of Valverde up on the plateau- the official capital of El Hierro. For early arrivals there are short walks locally to help you to get the feel of the island. From Valverde the route winds across the plateau, down to El Golfo and up again, then across to the far west of the island before heading back again across the plateau to descend and finish by the east coast. You accommodation is a mix of simple and charming apartments and hostels, to 3 star hotels. All have restaurants either on site or very close by and so we have included half board for you on this holiday.

Activity Areas

New Walking Holidays
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Region & Country & City

Europe: Canary Islands, Spain

Included in the Price


- Hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of ** and *** hotels
- All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 evening meals
- Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
- Luggage transfers between hotels

Not Included In The Price


- Travel insurance
- Visas or vaccinations

Accommodation Information


- Hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of ** and *** hotels
- All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 evening meals
- Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
- Luggage transfers between hotels

Itinerary

Day 1 1: Arrive in Valverde

On arrival in Valverde, we will transfer you to your hotel for your first evening on the island of El Hierro.

Day 2 2: Valverde to Mocanal 11 KM /7 MI /3.5 HRS

From Valverde a circuitous route introduces you to the varied volcanic and pastoral landscapes of the plateau area and includes an ancient, abandoned village and the Arbol Santo – the sacred tree.

Day 3 3: Moconal to La Frontera 17 KM/ 11 MI/ 6.5 HRS

Leaving Mocanal you first make for the Mirador and Ermita de la Pena, emerging onto the crest of the escarpment with the imposing panorama of El Golfo way below. You follow this crest up to 1200m to arrive at the Mirador of Jinama. From here an amazing safe path, superbly conceived, leads down the face of the escarpment to La Frontera.

Day 4 4: Sabinosa Circular 15 KM /9.5 MI /6 HRS

You will be transferred to Sabinosa – the most western village of the ‘old world’. A stiff but exhilarating climb up the escarpment brings you to the very different landscapes of La Dehesa, a pastoral plateau open to the full Atlantic. The circuit of the plateau takes in the Mirador dos Bascos, the amazing, distorted trees of El Sabinar – one of which is the emblem of the island – and the Errmita de la Virgen, a site of great importance in island culture. If lucky, you might catch a farmer milking his sheep. The day ends with a descent of the same path to Sabinosa, where your transfer will be waiting.

Day 5 5: La Frontera to El Pinar 16 KM /10 MI /6 HRS

Again, you will be transferred from La Frontera and taken to a path halfway up the escarpment. Once on the crest you follow this – easy walking – over Malpaso, the highest point of the island, with more superb views. The volcanic ash landscape gives way to the wonderful native pine forests, and then you head across pastoral country to El Pinar.

Day 6 6: El Pinar to La Restinga 9 KM /5.5 MI /3 HRS

Today you head to the south coast harbour village of La Restinga, using ancient paths, returning by the same route. However, there are other options for the return – one is to take a taxi (not included) to the pleasant cove of Tacoron, have a swim in the Atlantic, and walk back to El Pinar, with little difference in walking time. You can also halve the walk by returning by bus from La Restinga – the choice is yours.

Day 7 7: El Pinar to Las Playas 12KM/7.5MI/6HRS

Leaving El Pinar, the route starts through pleasant rural scenery before emerging on the crest of the eastern escarpment, with dramatic views of the Las Playas coast – and your destination hotel – way below. After following the crest for a while, pass through the village of Isora before taking another magnificent path descending over 1000m to the coast below. Celebrate your completion of the walk with a swim in the hotel’s excellent pool, or by relaxing on the beach.

Day 8 8: Departure

Today you will depart your hotel after breakfast and we will transfer you back to Tenerife, for your onward journey. Enquire at time of booking for extra nights to extend your stay on this fascinating and beautiful island.

Travel Dates

19 - 26 January 2026 $ 2.645

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