Valle Aridane 
Valle Aridane - Overview:
An absolute nature lover's paradise and haven for walking the Valle Aridane is the perfect location for those seeking a relaxing holiday surrounded by an abundance of nature. The area is an absolute haven for walking and nature lovers, as most visitors come to enjoy the breathtaking natural surroundings of the National Park and the valley.
Valle Aridane - Activities:
Here you can take in splendid mountain scenery whilst cycling, walking, horse-riding, trekking or mountain biking. There are also many beautiful beaches on La Palma with SCUBA diving available, however for those seeking a livelier holiday there are nightclubs, bars, late night restaurants in some of the towns.
Valle Aridane - El Paso:
El Paso nestles at the centre of La Palma and is home to many naturally beautiful areas, including the Caldera de Taburiente and the Cumbrecita. El Paso is situated in the upper part of the Valle Aridane, at 650m above sea-level. It has a population of 7,200 and an area of 135 km. sq. The major event of the year in El Paso is the fiesta of Nuestra Senora del Pino. This occurs every two years during the last week of August, when the patron is bought to the village in a popular pilgrimage.
Valle Aridane - Los Llanos:
Los Llanos de Aridane is an important rural town, at the heart of this agricultural community, in the centre of the island. It has all of the services you would expect to find in a small town - banks, supermarkets, smaller shops, a market, post office and several internet cafes. There are many modern buildings but the traffic-free centre and surrounding side streets still retain their old character. The nearby west coast has several good black sand beaches and a small resort, Puerto Naos which is around 20 minutes' drive away.
Los Lanos is a popular base for those seeking a relaxing holiday walking and exploring the National Park of La Caldera de Taburiente. In the heart of the town of Los Llanos there is an excellent choice of bars and restaurants at hand, ideal for relaxing after a day's walking and exploring. Within 20 minutes drive you can explore excellent beaches, including the resort of Puerto Naos and the secluded beach the 'Charco Verde'. The volcanoes in the south of the island are also only 35 minutes' drive away.
Valle Aridane - Tijarafe:
The village of Tijarafe is situated in the hills, on the sunny west coast of La Palma, about 20km north of Los Llanos and 550 metres above sea level. Nestled amid farming countryside, Tojarafe has banks, shops and restaurants. It is just 20 minutes' drive away from the coast at Puerto de Tazacorte and approximately 20km north of Los Llanos, the major town on the western side of the island where you will find all of the major services expected in a small town.
Valle Aridane - Caldera de Taburiente:
The Caldera de Taburiente is the largest erosion crater in the world. At its highest point it is 2545m above sea level and drops to about 1200m at the centre, where the river-bed runs out into the sea.
This area is a very popular location for walking. There are routes within the Caldera and around the top edge of the crater. Several local companies arrange organised walking groups to explore the Caldera, however individual walkers wanting to enter the Caldera must first obtain permission from the Caldera Information office.
Valle Aridane - La Cumbrecita:
La Cumbrecita is a "window" in the side of the Caldera. From this point on the southern side of the Caldera there is a magnificent view into the Caldera. Looking down onto the steep wooded gorges and up to the rocky crags of the largest erosion crater in the world.
A gentle walk takes you to another view point at Mirador Lomo de Las Chozas. There are other more challenging walks available and it is also the start of a path which travels throught the Caldera and down to the sea. This is a very long and challenging route which should only really be attempted by experienced, properly equipped groups of walkers.
Valle Aridane - Our holiday accommodation and service:
If you travel with secretdestinations.com holidays you can choose from many hand picked hotels, privately owned holiday apartments and villas with pools in privileged secluded destinations in La Palma, including the Valle Aridane, in beautiful coastal, rural, mountain locations with an authentic taste of unspoiled La Palma.
Additionally, all of the Canary Islands are ideal for a spot of winter sun. So if you're looking for an activity holiday walking, cycling or trekking, exploring the Valle Aridane or volcanoes in the Caldera de Taburiente Natural Park, or simply sunbathing and relaxing, call our holiday team today. We can also assist you with Canaries flights to La Palma (via Tenerife), ferry travel and island car hire.
