Let's Get Wild 
​ La Palma Adventure 2025

  A unique journey in a stunning Mountain Sea setting
for the Hiker with a strong desire for challenge. 

Come Experience the actual TRANSVULCANIA 74km ROUTE! 

Hike the impressive and challenging route of the Transvulcania Ultramarathon!
​​Very good fitness level and previous multi day hiking experience strongly advised.

5 Days/ 7 Nights
April 30- May 6 2025
1980 Euros ( min 5 / max 8) 

This tour is in between a Level 3-4 
Here is the Level 3+4 description - 
Level 3 - Somewhat Hard to Hard - Hiking Tours with daily stages up to 6-7 hours with max 1400m in clear trail area.  There is in some parts more advanced sections. The preparation for such a tour should be 2-3 x per week.
Level 4 - Hard - Advanced  hiking with stages up to 8 hours and max 1600-1700m.   Somewhat strong physically and mentally.  The stages are long, steep and sometimes lead through small trails or sections with fixed rope. Good footing is necessary. To prepare for such a Tour, you should be training a minimal of 2-4x per week.

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*Get 75 Euro off your trip for every NEW PERSON you refer that has not been on an Alpenboxx Tour
* Repeat Adventurers receive a 150 Euro Gift towards a tour of Choice prior to Jan 1st 2024/ After Jan 1st 100€

Book Your Adventure Here

6 Days/6 Nights 
​Minimum 5 people 

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Price Includes

• All Accommodations
• all Breakfast and breakfast drinks
• Planned guided hikes
• ​3 Dinners 
  
• Personalized movie of your 5 Day Experience

Price does not Include: 

• Flights
• Incidentals
• Insurance
• Personal Tips/gratuities
• Beverages outside of meals 
• Alcoholic beverages with and outside meals
• Lunches, Snacks,
• ​3 Dinners 
• Optional excursions or admissions
• Train pass back from Kandersteg (approx 30 Swiss francs)
• 1x Bus pass (5 Swiss francs ) 

Fly in Airport: Zurich 

Day 0: Arrival in La Palma

• Arrival Location: La Palma Airport (SPC)
• Transfer: Airport to Fuencaliente (~30 km, 45 min)
• Accommodation: Hotel La Palma Romántica in Fuencaliente
• Activities: Relax, explore Fuencaliente, and prepare for the hike starting the next day.
• Dinner Meet + Greet+ Briefing

Day 1: Fuencaliente to Las Deseadas

• Distance: ~16 km
• Elevation Gain: ~1,300 m
• Description: Begin the hike by heading north from Fuencaliente, passing through volcanic terrain along the spine of the Cumbre Vieja. You'll traverse past the famous San Antonio and Teneguía volcanoes with stunning views of the Atlantic.
• Accommodation: Hotel La Palma Romántica in Fuencaliente (same as the previous night)

Day 2: Las Deseadas to Pico de la Nieve

• Distance: ~18 km
• Elevation Gain: ~1,000 m
• Elevation Loss: ~500 m
• Description: This day features a longer hike as you ascend toward Pico de la Nieve, a high point in the Caldera de Taburiente area. The trail offers impressive panoramic views and takes you through pine forests and volcanic ridges.
• Accommodation: Refugio El Pilar

Day 3: Pico de la Nieve to Roque de los Muchachos

• Distance: ~14 km
• Elevation Gain: ~1,000 m
• Description: Continue the ascent toward the highest point of the island, Roque de los Muchachos (2,426 m). This part of the trail includes high mountain terrain and some of the best views of the island, along with the iconic observatories at the summit.
• Accommodation: Hotel La Palma Romántica or Casa Rural Isabel in Puntagorda or Garafía
• Transfer Required: From Roque de los Muchachos to Puntagorda (~20 km, ~30 min by car)

Day 4: Roque de los Muchachos to Tazacorte

• Distance: ~18 km
• Elevation Loss: ~2,400 m (significant descent)
• Description: Descend from Roque de los Muchachos all the way to the coastal town of Tazacorte. The trail is steep at times, but the views are spectacular as you pass through a range of ecosystems, from alpine peaks to lush green laurel forests and down to banana plantations near the coast.
• Accommodation: Hotel Hacienda de Abajo or Apartments El Guirre in Tazacorte

Day 5: Tazacorte to Los Llanos de Aridane

• Distance: ~7 km
• Elevation Gain: ~700 m
• Description: A short and pleasant hike from Tazacorte to Los Llanos de Aridane. Enjoy a more relaxed day as you pass through picturesque rural areas and banana plantations before reaching the vibrant town of Los Llanos.
• Accommodation: Hotel Benahoare in Los Llanos de Aridane
• Activities: Celebrate the completion of the hike and enjoy some relaxation. Explore Los Llanos
• CELEBRATION DINNER!

Day 6: Departure from La Palma

• Transfer: From Los Llanos de Aridane to La Palma Airport (~40 km, ~50 min)

Or possible to add  extra days on the island or travel to another island 

Total Distance and Elevation Summary (for Hiking Days)

• Day 1: 16 km, +1,300 m
• Day 2: 18 km, +1,000 m, -500 m
• Day 3: 14 km, +1,000 m
• Day 4: 18 km, -2,400 m
• Day 5: 7 km, +700 m

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Karrie Gregson

Mountain Soul Guide, Adventure Coach, 
Yoga Teacher, Ultra Mountain Runner 

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