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This is a circular route that runs along the rugged coast of Tijarafe and ends in Porís de Candelaria, one of the most authentic parts of the island. The route is misleading, as it may seem short and easy at first, but you have to take into account the steep incline. Along the way, you will pass places such as Topo de Capote, Lomo del Viudo, Las Lajitas, Descansadero de la Higuera de Las Barqueras or the Cuevas de Los Barqueros until you reach Punta de las Salemas, before descending into Porís de Candelaria with its bay and caves.

Honda Beach is located in a strategic place between Puerto del Carmen and Arrecife. It is located between two of the most bustling places in Lanzarote and yet it is a haven of peace and disconnection. The beach stretches for almost two kilometers along its endless promenade, where many people practice sports to breathe fresh air and enjoy the immensity of the sea. Its waters are usually calm despite being a place often battered by the wind, although it is usually more constant than violent. Therefore, it has excellent conditions for windsurfing and other water sports

Pico de la Nieve is one of the highest peaks in the Caldera de Taburiente at 2,239 metres above sea level. The route that leads to its summit is one of the most popular among the thousands of mountaineers who come here year after year. You can get exceptional panoramic views of the entire park from the summit. This is a simple, short and easy route with little incline that takes about two hours to complete. It was very difficult to get to in the past, but now there is a road that leads to the Roque de los Muchachos and a small car park where hikers start the route at an altitude of almost 1,900 metres, making it much more accessible.

In the heart of Puerto del Carmen there is an area known as Grandes Playas (Big Beaches). This includes Playa Grande, Los Pocillos, and Matagorda. Los Pocillos beach, next to the busy Avenida de Las Playas, in Puerto del Carmen, is more than one kilometre long and has calm waters and golden sand. The surface has very little incline, so at high tide pools sometimes form on the beach.

Matagorda Beach is one of the main beaches of the tourist town of Puerto del Carmen, along with Grande Beach and Los Pocillos. Due to its vast extension (more than 800 meters) and the number of activities that can be carried out, it is a perfect place to spend the whole day with the children. In addition, around the beach you can find a multitude of services such as restaurants, cafes or terraces available on its famous promenade. It is also a good place for windsurfing, as it is a beach open to the sea where the wind usually blows almost every day of the year.

La Veta Beach is one of the most recognized and beautiful beaches of La Palma. It is known as a seasonal black sand beach, as it begins to form in spring and reaches its peak in summer, the best time to visit. The place is located at the foot of a steep 200-meter cliff – characteristic of the entire northwest coast of La Palma – and the water is usually crystal clear. Right next to the beach, there are numerous caves and huts that give the place a special charm.

Porís de Candelaria is one of the most magical and personal corners of La Palma. Hidden in the municipality of Tijarafe, it is a small fishing village that rises inside a natural cave about 50 meters high. Its characteristic white houses were built by the locals, who were searching for a respite from the oppressive summer heat. Today it is still inhabited by families who make it their second home, seeking to connect with the sea and getting away from the stress of everyday life. There is no internet, no restaurants and not even trash cans. This secluded spot can be reached on foot – about 10 kilometers round trip – by boat or by car (there is a parking lot just minutes away).

The Torre del Time viewpoint offers one of the most spectacular views of La Palma. You can see the vast Aridane valley covered with banana plantations and broken up by a deep ravine, Las Angustias, which leads to the charming Tazacorte port. On a very clear day you can see El Hierro. This watchtower stands at 700 metres on the LP-1 road, between the towns of Los Llanos de Aridane and Puntagorda. It’s the perfect place to refuel on the west side of La Palma.

The Mirador de Las Cabezadas is an extraordinary place offering one of the best panoramic views in La Palma. You can see all of Tijarafe, from shore to summit, as well as unbeatable views of the Caldera de Taburiente and the Valle de Aridane. The highest point of the mirador is the Piedra del Guanche – a homage to Atogmatoma, the last aboriginal chief of Tijarafe There are two ways to reach the viewpoint: you can walk along the GR 131 from El Time towards Roque de Los Muchachos, or you can drive along the Pista de Las Cabezadas.

The Montaña de la Breña is an ancient volcanic cone that stands at 565 metres in the east of La Palma. You can find the Mirador de la Breña at the summit – an ideal place to contemplate the Valle de las Breñas and part of the town of Mazo. If the weather is clement and the sky is clear, you can even make out the peak of Mount Teide and the island of La Gomera with its famous cliffs. The viewpoint is crowned by the Cruz del Milenio sculpture.