Forget the usual vacations. We invite you to join our exclusive LGBTQ+ expedition to the island of La Palma.
While the rest of the world seeks shelter from the heat, we will explore the green heart of the Canary Islands, enjoying a perfect climate and unbeatable company.
We will walk prehistoric trails, toast under the stars, and celebrate our diversity in the most authentic and wild environment of the Atlantic.
Arrival
We will go on a short route to the very crater of the last volcano that erupted in La Palma; we will end the day refreshing ourselves in natural pools.
We will take a guided tour of Santa Cruz and its beautiful balconies and go up to see the sea of clouds at the highest point of the island: Roque de los Muchachos.
We will take a route through the largest volcanic caldera in the world, crossing beautiful forests and cooling off in the pools of its interior river.
We will cool off in one of the most beautiful virgin beaches on the island, Playa de los Nogales, and stroll through the famous Los Tilos forest, one of the most important laurel forest strongholds in the world.
The south of La Palma is full of craters from the latest eruptions. We will follow a route through them with spectacular views of the Atlantic. You can also choose to stay and rest.
Didn't you know that La Palma has a small village at sea level built in a cave? Well, we will get to know it. We will also visit the Cueva de Las Palomas, an ancient volcanic tube.
Breakfast and transfer back to the airport. If you are staying for the afternoon, we recommend visiting the salt flats and having lunch at their restaurant.
Accommodation in a double room at the Oasis San Antonio Apartments.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Airport transfers.
Internal transfers on the island.
Excursion to Roque de los Muchachos.
Excursion to the Tajogaite volcano.
Excursion through the Caldera de Taburiente.
Visit to Nogales Beach.
Excursion through Los Tilos Forest or Marcos y Cordero Springs (depending on weather and trail closures).
Excursion along the Route of the Volcanoes (optional, not included in the package).
Swim at Echentive Beach and its volcanic pools.
Visit to the Cueva de las Palomas (ancient volcanic tube).
Excursion to Poris de Candelaria (a coastal village inside a cave).
24-hour assistance from the Apolo team.
Flights.
Insurance.
Activities not indicated.
Extra expenses such as additional drinks with meals.
If you need one of our travel planners to tell you all the details about the adventure, you have several channels to contact us.
Arrival on the island.
Airport transfer to the apartments.
Accommodation and excursion to the Tajogaite Volcano.
Dinner at the apartments.
We will have breakfast at the apartments.
We will go up to the highest point of the island, the Roque de los Muchachos, to enjoy a hike along its peaks.
We will have a picnic lunch in the heights.
On the way back, we will have the afternoon free and will have dinner at the accommodation.
We will have breakfast at the apartments.
Intense day. Get ready to hike through the largest caldera in the world, the Caldera de Taburiente, which gave birth to the formation of the island. We will walk through lush vegetation and have lunch by an inland river where we can cool off.
On the way back, we will take a well-deserved rest and have dinner at the apartments.
We will have breakfast at the apartments.
We'll head to one of the island's pristine volcanic beaches, Playa de los Nogales. We'll enjoy the sun and the waves all morning.
We will eat at a traditional La Palma food restaurant on our way to our route.
After lunch, we will go on an excursion through the Cubo de la Galga or the Los Tilos Forest, depending on the availability of the trails.
On the way back, we will have dinner and rest at the apartments.
You choose. We will have breakfast at the apartments.
After breakfast, the boldest among us will venture out on an incredible route called the Volcano Route (Ruta de los Volcanes), traversing the craters of the most recent volcanoes in the south of the island. (This activity is optional and is not included in the price).
In the afternoon, we will relax at Echentive Beach, which features natural pools created by a volcanic eruption.
Whoever prefers to do so can stay and enjoy the beach or the apartment pool. Both lunch and dinner are included.
We will have breakfast at the apartments.
After that, we will set off on a route to a cave called Cueva de las Palomas, which is an ancient volcanic tube, and we will take a tour with a specialized guide.
After the visit, we will eat along the way at a restaurant serving typical food from La Palma.
After lunch, we will head down to Poris de Candelaria (a truly dizzying descent along some cliffs).
Poris de Candelaria is a tiny village nestled inside a rock, featuring beautiful turquoise waters. We will enjoy a swim in the afternoon.
On the way back to the apartments, we will have many Apollo surprises that we will tell you about shortly.
We will have breakfast at the apartments.
We will take the transfer to the airport and return with a backpack full of new friends, experiences, and a new adventure completed.
Mojo, gofio, and cheese are the island's star products. Of course, all enjoyed with a fine La Palma wine.
An island full of contrasts. You will go from its laurel forests in the north to a black, volcanic landscape in the south in the blink of an eye.
The island of La Palma stands out for its warm welcome to LGBTQ+ people. Its people are respectful and inclusive, and they hold an annual festival to celebrate diversity.
La Palma is the third youngest island of the Canarian archipelago, and that is evident in its untamed terrain. Its history is a fascinating blend of mythology and resilience:
In La Palma, nature isn't just something you look at; you walk right through it. In August, visibility is perfect, and the island's microclimates allow you to change landscapes in a matter of minutes.
La Palma’s cuisine is honest, hearty, and full of nuances. Here, local produce (Farm-to-table) isn't just a trend—it’s a tradition.
Culture in La Palma is vibrant and colorful. Although the most famous event is the Bajada de la Virgen de las Nieves (every 5 years), the festive spirit is constant.
La Palma is possibly one of the most progressive and safe islands for the LGBTQ+ community in Spain. Its commitment to visibility is not just aesthetic; it is structural.
You won't find mass tourism in La Palma like in other parts of Spain. Large tourist resorts are scarce, and there are no highways. But if what you want is to forget about the asphalt for a week, merge with nature, and enjoy one of the best skies in the world for stargazing, La Palma is the place for you.
Because August in La Palma is the perfect balance between the sea breeze and temperate nights under the Milky Way. We have designed this route so you won't miss a single corner, from the depths of the volcanic earth to the peaks of the highest mountains.
