Hiking around the new Tajogaite volcano, on the island of La Palma

What we are going to do?

We will go on a circular hiking tour lasting about 2.5 hours (5 km) with the security and special permission of the Cabildo de La Palma (insular government) to enter a restricted area of the Llano de Jable, in Cumbre Vieja. We will meet at the Visitor Centre of La Caldera de Taburiente and from there we will drive up in authorized vehicles to Llano de Jable. The hike starts right at the oldest historically documented volcano on La Palma and will take us through thick layers of ash to the crater formed by the most recent eruption of Cumbre Vieja (2021). From this point we will be able to observe an impressive perspective of mystical and energetic landscapes that until recently were only accessible to volcanologists. Throughout the tour and with the support of powerful images, the local guide will take us back in time to the months of the eruption, sharing details of his own experience. He will also explain the long-term effects of the eruption and what the situation is like today. The way back will take place on the old forest track "Cabeza de Vaca" with views of the Aridane Valley.