Wondering what to do in Fuencaliente de La Palma? Nestled between pine forests, volcanoes, vineyards, and the sea, this municipality in the south of La Palma is one of the most important and interesting spots for diving and exploring the seabed.
There are many activities to do in this energetic part of the island. If you’re into lacing up your hiking boots and hiking, you can do so here in dense pine forests or among volcanic craters that will make you think you’ve traveled to another planet. The path that runs from the San Antonio Volcano to the Fuencaliente Lighthouse will leave you speechless, and the trails surrounding the Teneguía Volcano will take you to the salt mine, from where you can see the islands of El Hierro, La Gomera, and even Tenerife in the distance. Picture-postcard scenery, isn’t it?
Activities in Fuencaliente de La Palma
After hiking, you’ll surely want to go for a swimm. Well, Fuencaliente has some of the most spectacular beaches on the island. Take a dip in La Zamora, or its sister beach, La Zamora Chica. Discover the magic of Echentive and its pools, where the famous Fuente Santa is located. Or simply admire the beauty of its coast and cliffs. Then, end the day with a glass of local wine while gazing at the breathtaking starry sky of Fuencaliente. See if you can count how many stars you can see at a glance.
And, of course, you can’t miss the experience of diving in Fuencaliente. It’s undoubtedly the best-known spot on the island of La Palma for enjoying our favorite sport. A spectacular landscape also awaits you beneath the sea. You can dive in the lava flows of the Teneguía volcano, observe the impressive basaltic column formations, pillow lava, and of course, see a host of local marine species such as greenfish, stingrays, sea breams, moray eels, cuttlefish, and so on.
Now you know what to do in Fuencaliente de la Palma, don’t hesitate to contact us to discover this underwater world. We look forward to seeing you!