Compact Eco Tour of La Gomera

Meander around the enchanting trails of Garajonay National Park, learn about the ancient origins of pottery in La Gomera and get hands-on with local artisans making your own masterpiece. Swim in the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean, go whale and dolphin spotting whilst looking at the wildlife on the Valle Gran Rey cliffs. Travel back in time observing the Shepherd culture and their unique language, the Gomerian Whistle.

Covering 33% of the island is the UNESCO listed Garajonay National Park. Inside this gorgeous Greenland is 8 of the 34 plant species native to La Gomera. Similarly, rare Laurel pigeons and long-toed pigeons are found to inhabit this national park. Inside Garajonay, there are exclusive trails housed in unusual forests which nowadays are rare to find in Southern Europe and Africa.

Step back in time and visit El Cercado village where traditional La Gomerian pottery making began. Visit local artisans keeping alive the ancient skill since aborigine times. Make a visit to the exhibition centre of Las Loceras and make pottery with guidance from local artisans.

Another highlight is its diverse wildlife scattered on and close to the island. Look out for the 50 different forms of nesting bird species. Between La Gomera and its neighbour, Tenerife there are five different types of cetaceans that live all year round in the waters. To make sure you get this opportunity to spot them, you will embark on a responsible whale and dolphin watching boat journey. We will also Kayak on these waters allowing us to bird watch over the cliffs.

Become acquainted with the shepherd culture of La Gomera. Greet goats and discover the secrets to how goat cheese is produced. Finally, learn about their indigenous language, La Gomerian whistle and the Canarian Shepherds Jump.

Trip Highlights:

• Visit different ecosystems in Garajonay National Park
• Dine at Casa Efigenia the only traditional vegetarian restaurant on the island
• Responsible whale and dolphin watching boat journey
• Visit aborigine places around El Cercado village
• Learn the pottery process at the exhibition centre of Las Loceras
• Uncover how to make local goats cheese
• Learn about the shepherd culture of La Gomera

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