Tenerife to La Gomera

Tenerife and La Gomera are two of the Canary Islands located in the Atlantic Ocean. The distance between Tenerife and La Gomera is about 34 kilometers, measured from the closest points between the two islands. This distance may vary slightly depending on the specific locations on each island being compared. There are several ways to travel between the two islands, including by ferry or by plane. The ferry trip takes about 50 minutes, while the flight takes about 15 minutes. Below we will explain a great way to visit La Gomera which is the La Gomera day trip from Tenerife.

La Gomera day trip from Tenerife

Prepare for an early start when you book this amazing La Gomera day trip from Tenerife. You will be picked up in a comfortable, modern bus around 7-7:30 am near your accommodation in the south of Tenerife and taken to the ferry port in Los Cristianos. If you are coming from the north of the island, be ready to be picked up at 6-6:30. The day trip to La Gomera involves passport validation. Depending on which day of the week you take this La Gomera excursion, you will board the Fred Olsen or Armas ferry for the 39-kilometer crossing that takes about 50 minutes. Both ferries are modern and comfortable with a range of good facilities such as a cafeteria and viewpoint.

Excursion La Gomera

The excursion to La Gomera offered with Club Canary is a guided tour that takes visitors to the island of La Gomera. The La Gomera excursion includes bus transportation from Tenerife, lunch, guide and ferry tickets. The day trip is all about spending a full day enjoying the beauty, culture and history of La Gomera. When booking a La Gomera day trip, keep in mind that the average temperature on La Gomera is 21 degrees, and the climate is similar to that on Tenerife. However, temperatures can be slightly cooler on the north and east sides of the island. It is therefore worth taking a jacket with you as it can often rain in certain places you visit (such as the forests) in La Gomera. After the excursion on La Gomera, you will be returned from the port to your hotel, approximately between 6 and 7 pm. Information regarding places you will visit can be found below.

Bus La Gomera

• The bus trip begins in Tenerife where you will be picked up at your hotel and then driven to the port of Los Cristianos. With the exception of those who choose to come directly to the port.
• The bus then drives into the ferry, and after parking you can get off and enjoy the ferry trip to La Gomera. You can relax on the ferry and take in the Canary Islands from the sea and enjoy snacks and drinks from the on board cafeteria (not included in the price). Keep your eyes open because you may can enjoy some Tenerife dolphin watching.
• Next, the ferry will arrive in the capital of La Gomera called: San Sebastian. From here, the La Gomera bus trip will begin with a scenic drive along the coast to the pretty town of Hermigua, which is surrounded by green hills and high granite peaks.
• The La Gomera day trip from Tenerife continues through the ancient forests of El Cerdo and to the beautiful Garajonay national park where you will have time to wander around and discover the beautiful ancient laurel forests and super panoramic views. The bus will then continue into La Gomera to a village where you will be served a typical three-course Canarian meal consisting of the following dishes: starter: watercress soup with bread, Canarian potatoes and traditional Canarian sauces. Main course: chicken breast with vegetables and rice. Or white fish fillet with rice and vegetables. Dessert: roasted milk and a local banana. For drinks: water, white wine and red wine. Note the free lunch is a nice extra offered but don’t expect a gastronomic treat.
• The whistling language of La Gomera. During lunch you will be treated to true Canarian culture when locals perform Silbo Gomero – a historic flute language peculiar to the island. In the time before mobile phones, this unique language helped locals communicate across the island’s deep canyons. The language is still actively used and is taught in the schools.
• After lunch, the excursion to La Gomera continues via Chipude and El Cercado to the impressive Agando rock where you can enjoy stunning views of the green landscape.
• The last stop on this day trip to La Gomera is back in the city of San Sebastian. Here you will have some free time and the chance to explore the quaint cobblestone streets and visit the Torre del Conde and the Church of Asuncion where Christopher Columbus is said to have prayed before beginning his journey to the New World.