The island of El Hierro is a little gem of the Canarian archipelago that we will discover in this day-long excursion. Join us on this trip to a world apart, where you will enjoy all the peace and serenity you were looking for with your trip to the Canary Islands.
Since you step on the ground you will realize that there is a difference in the air. You will not find the big buildings or traffic jams of the city, so you can fill your lungs with the purest air. And the reason is, this island has been a pioneer in ecological initiatives and conservation of the environment, especially in the successful development of wind and tidal energy. That is why it is already projected that in the future it will be energetically independent. As a result, the locals or “Herreños” are experts in adapting to nature, using it for their benefit without damaging it. This is the case of fishing or diving, controlled to preserve an absolutely clean seabed, famous among lovers of these activities.
Also we can not miss the Gulf Valley, from where we can observe a natural landscape, almost not modified by the hand of the human being. During the vehicle tour we will stop at the most beautiful viewpoints to capture the best snapshots. In them, our guide will tell us details about the history and cultural heritage of the aborigines. On the other hand, the best way to discover the most special places is simply to walk. Thus, we will do some hiking in the mountains to obtain a more complete perspective of the natural habitat of El Hierro, formed by diverse native flora and fauna. The presence of lizards and the endemic species of giant lizard that, unfortunately, is in danger of extinction, stands out as a curiosity of our destination. As we advance we will discover the secrets of the terrain, did you know that the island has a large number of volcanoes, active and extinct buried? In our tour we will see some cones of small size, vestige of the last eruptions happened thousands of years ago. You can also appreciate the capricious volcanic forms and how they shaped what is now El Hierro.
After the walk, there is no better way to finish than resting on the black sand beaches and natural pools that we will find at the end of the excursion. Will you wait for them to tell you? Come and live it for yourself!
