Canary Islands Travel Guide

Nicknamed "Isla Bonita", La Palma is undoubtedly the most varied island of the whole archipelago. High peaks in the centre of the island give way to primary forest in the north and volcanic landscapes in the south. South American culture is very apparent on the island with Cuban and Venezuelan influences in its gastronomy and cigars.

A small island just an hour from Tenerife, it is undoubtedly the one that has best preserved the rich cultural heritage of the Guanches, the first inhabitants of the island. Here the "silbo" persists, the whistling language and movements based on the salto del pastor where elegant shepherds jump from terrace to terrace at the end of their poles.

The largest island in the archipelago, Tenerife is best known for Mt Teide, the highest point in Spain at an altitude of 3,718 m, the ascent of which is a challenging hike. But Tenerife is also home to the primary forests of the Anaga massif, the Masca canyon and the cliffs of Los Gigantes. A paradise of surprising natural wonders.