Aktivitet La Palma

Aktivitet inne om luft La Palma

Paragliding, touring the island by plane or discovering the secrets of the Universe are some of the things you can discover by air. From land it’s very difficult to get a true concept of the size of places like Caldera de Taburiente or the amount of volcanic cones around the Island. By plane you get to see the true beauty of the island.

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If paragliding interest you, then you will be on the right island with several take points such as Breña Alta, Fuencaliente and El Paso. If you would like to paraglide it is strongly recommended that you seek advice from a skydive school as the weather can be unpredictable, however the schools will advise you on the best take off and landing places to see the best of the Island.

Båt resa La Palma

Like most of the Canary Islands there are many opportunities for boat trips. On the west coast of La Palma you will find Tazacorte harbor. This is the main base for boat trips. There are several types of trips to take either a boat cruise around the island and visit La Veta Beach which is almost inaccessible by land and La Cueva Bonita (Caves that are submerged during the high tide); these are two of the most usual destinations. Or why not go out on a boat to search for Dolphin’s in the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Dykning Kanarieöarna

There is a lot of coastline (1491km) on the Canary Islands in proportion to the surface area. The geographic position of the Islands and the influence of the high pressure area over the Azores give the canaries a sunny and stable climate. There can be a great difference in weather between the north and south of each island due to the changes in altitude. With the exception of a few short storms, we have the ideal conditions for our favourite sport Scuba Diving.

The Canary Island waters are oceanic, benefiting from the Gulf Stream. This stream to a degree is what regulates the water temperature in these areas. This varies from a low of 19c in the winter and up to 25c in the summer. The further away from the African coast the cooler the water will become, for example the waters of El Hierro will be slightly cooler than of Lanzarote. These changes are an important factor as they affect the distribution of the marine species.

Although the Canary Islands are close to the African coast the waters here produce very little plankton, which makes them some of the clearest waters in the world, with visibility exceeding 30m at certain times of the year. Only in the spring you will find some vegetable plankton growth, this will only affect the visibility slightly.

In the Canary Islands you will find many different species depending on geographic position, water temperature, where the currents come from and also the composition of the sea bed. You will see both North Atlantic species (including tropical and sub tropical) and Mediterranean species, the ability to propagate has enabled them to establish themselves here. You can also find some Endemic species, found no where else in the world.

With the world ever changing we need to protect and conserve nature. With this in mind the Canary Islands have many marine reserves and more are being planned by the regional Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries for the future.

Taking all the above into account you could not ask for a better place to dive, with so many different species and so many different types of topography, caves, wrecks and shore dives you can dive a different place everyday.

Dykning La Palma

With its volcanic origin, the Island has dive spots with bizarre walls, canyons, caves, and tunnels, with good visibility all year round. The island is surrounded by huge a numbers of different species, the subtropical waters are inhabited by a great variety of moray eels, trumpet fish, different kind of rays, groupers, barracudas and in summer even tuna and turtles. Many of the fish swim close to the surface, so these can be seen with a simple mask and snorkel.

Ö rundresa La Palma

Spend your days exploring the fascinating landscape of this tiny island which has everything from volcanic mountains and beaches to banana plantations. There is also a small tropical rainforest.
The capital, Santa Cruz on the east coast is a picturesque port town with some delightful steep alleyways, traditional tapas bars and many historic buildings. Around Plaza de España, in the old part of the town there are some of the most elegant Canarian manor houses built hundreds of year ago.
The San Salvador Church is a small chapel of Nuestra Señora de la Luz, this date’s back to the 16th century; also the town hall was built in this period. Down at the waterfront you'll find many old houses, brightly painted with a traditional assortment of carved wooden balconies.
On the west coast there is Los Llanos which is worth a visit. Many local fiestas and concerts are held here in the plaza, beneath the shade of the laurel trees. In this town you can buy local produce (smoked goat's cheese, fresh fish and exotic fruits) at the town's indoor market.
Geology students and volcanologists are fascinated by the fact that La Palma still has the capability of erupting from time to time. The last eruption took place at the Volcano of Teneguía in 1971.

Ridning La Palma

With terrain such as lush green forest and rugged coastal paths, horse back riding is very popular. With a variety of treks to choose from and for all different levels, whether you are a first timer or the more experienced rider the Island has something for you. Ride through Fuencaliente in the south to Caldera de Taburiente in the middle of the island, or visit Breña Alta, El Paso these all are natural sceneries for these variable length rides. The most of the schools on the island do offer riding courses.

Sportfiske Kanarieöarna

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Sportfiske La Palma

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Vandring Kanarieöarna

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Vandring La Palma

La Palma is a trekker's paradise. It is attractive to those who enjoy the outdoors. With some top class routes on the island that pass through some of the most spectacular natural landscapes on the planet. However remember that the Island has precipitous terrain and some of the trails will not be suitable for people with little experience
The island attracts thousands of trekkers and climbers each year. It has developed a reputation for being one of the best places to go walking in the Canary Islands and Spain. With many different walks to choose from on this small island and no matter what kind of condition you're in you'll find something to suit you.

Vattensport La Palma

With many different types of water sports available, water sports are a rewarding and exciting way to spend a holiday. On the main beach resort of Los Cancajos you will find most of the different sports including windsurfing and waterskiing.

On la Palma you will find less water sports than the other islands as this island does not rely on tourism for its income, so it attracts people who seek rest, quiet, beautiful scenery and nature at its best.