La Gomera full-day tour: Ferry, lunch, Garajonay

Hermigua Valley, laurel forests and a UNESCO whistled language, all in one island crossing

A full-day guided tour from Los Cristianos to La Gomera by ferry, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Tenerife. You arrive in San Sebastián, travel through Hermigua Valley and the village of Agulo for a three-course Canarian lunch, then ascend into Garajonay National Park's ancient laurel forest. The itinerary includes a stop at Laguna Grande, the iconic Roque de Agando volcanic formation, and a return to San Sebastián to see Christopher Columbus's final traces before his voyage.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day tour of La Gomera island

• Ferry to San Sebastián de La Gomera
• Visit Hermigua Valley village
• Travel through La Palmita to Agulo
• Enjoy three-course Canarian lunch
• Watch Silbo Gomero demonstration (if available)
• Explore Garajonay National Park
• Stop at Laguna Grande
• Admire Roque de Agando landmark
• Discover Columbus historical sites in San Sebastián

The experience

Hermigua Valley opens the day after you arrive by ferry in San Sebastián. The village sits surrounded by cliffs and green slopes, and the guide walks you through its layout before the route continues to Agulo, a picturesque stop where lunch happens in a traditional restaurant. You get three courses of typical Canarian food made with local products, water, wine and dessert included. If the restaurant has availability that day, you'll watch a live demonstration of Silbo Gomero (the UNESCO-recognized whistled language native to La Gomera and found nowhere else), performed right there at the table.

After lunch, the vehicle climbs into Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built around ancient laurel forests that feel separate from the modern world. A stop at Laguna Grande lets you stand in the spot locals say was once a gathering place for the island's witches, and the guide shares the stories attached to it. On the descent, you pass Roque de Agando, a striking volcanic lava formation that rises from the landscape and counts as one of La Gomera's most recognizable landmarks.

The return to San Sebastián gives you time to see the Torre del Conde and the Casa de Colón, the last places Columbus walked before he sailed for the Americas. The ferry back to Los Cristianos departs in the late afternoon, and your hotel pickup in Tenerife closes the loop. A valid ID card or passport is mandatory for ferry travel, and the full day runs approximately 11 to 12 hours from pickup to drop-off.

What’s included

• An official accredited professional guide who speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and additional languages.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport throughout the day.
• round-trip ferry ticket between Tenerife and La Gomera.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Tenerife.
• a live demonstration of Silbo Gomero at lunch, subject to availability.
• a traditional three-course Canarian lunch with water, wine, and dessert, with vegetarian options available.

Options for this experience

2 options

From South zoneGuide in 6 languages · 08:00Pickup is included from the South area

Departing from Puerto de la CruzGuide in 6 languages · 08:00Pickup from Puerto de la Cruz is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 11h–12h, runs Monday to Saturday at 08:00, from € 110 per person, with live guides in 6 languages and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (2 to 11 years) · Infant (under 2)

GroupUp to 55

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Atlantic Dolphin Travel S.L.

Is this one for you?Pick this if you're based in the South (Los Cristianos area) and want a full day guided tour with ferry transport included, so you move through Hermigua Valley and Garajonay without managing your own logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Silbo Gomero I might see on this tour?

Silbo Gomero is a whistled language unique to La Gomera, recognized by UNESCO as a living cultural tradition and found nowhere else in the world. On this tour, you may watch a live demonstration of it performed at the restaurant in Agulo during lunch, subject to availability that day.

What happens at Garajonay National Park on this tour?

Garajonay National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its ancient laurel forests. You ascend into the park after lunch, stop at Laguna Grande to hear the stories and legends attached to this special place, and explore the mysterious surroundings before descending toward San Sebastián.

Do I need a passport or ID to go on this tour?

Yes, a valid ID card or passport is mandatory to board the ferry between Tenerife and La Gomera. You must bring one of these travel documents on the day of the tour.

What does the three-course lunch in Agulo include?

Lunch is a traditional three-course Canarian meal made with local products, served in a restaurant in the village of Agulo. Water, wine, and dessert are included. A vegetarian option is available if you request it.

Where does the tour pick me up and drop me off?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included at or near your hotel in Tenerife. The tour departs from Los Cristianos, where you board the ferry to La Gomera, and returns you to your accommodation after the ferry crossing back.