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In the western Canary Islands in the Atlantic, La Palma, the 'Isla Bonita', is a hiking paradise with Caldera de Taburiente National Park and one of the world's best starry skies. The greenest Canary island offers lush laurel forests.

What awaits you

HikingActiveCampingNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 31°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

In July–October, water temperatures reach a pleasant 25°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: June, September, October — a pleasant 27°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 22°C.

Max. temperature
21°
Jan
22°
Feb
22°
Mar
24°
Apr
25°
May
26°
Jun
30°
Jul
31°
Aug
27°
Sep
27°
Oct
25°
Nov
22°
Dec
Water temperature
21°
Jan
21°
Feb
21°
Mar
21°
Apr
22°
May
23°
Jun
24°
Jul
24°
Aug
25°
Sep
25°
Oct
23°
Nov
22°
Dec
Sunshine hours
9h
Jan
10h
Feb
10h
Mar
11h
Apr
12h
May
12h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
10h
Sep
10h
Oct
9h
Nov
9h
Dec
Rain days
13d
Jan
10d
Feb
9d
Mar
7d
Apr
6d
May
8d
Jun
0d
Jul
2d
Aug
9d
Sep
8d
Oct
7d
Nov
11d
Dec

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La Palma as a Vacation Destination

La Palma is an excellent choice for hiking trips, active holidays, camping holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is July, August, October with temperatures up to 31°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October with water temperatures up to 25°C.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
ES
Camping
Tent