Cueva de Las Palomas Lava Tube Tour

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An Adventure into the Heart of a Volcano

Delve into the fascinating subterranean world of La Palma with our Cueva de Las Palomas Lava Tube Tour. This cavity, formed by the lava flows of the 1949 San Juan eruption, offers you a unique opportunity to walk inside a lava tube and discover the whimsical geological formations it hides.

Accompanied by an expert guide, you will traverse part of this nearly 500-meter-long tube, learning about its formation and the darkness-adapted fauna that inhabits it. The excursion is divided into an outdoor part on boardwalks and the thrilling interior exploration. An easy and safe caving experience, perfect for the whole family.

What is Cueva de Las Palomas?

It is a volcanic tube formed during the eruption of the San Juan volcano in 1949. The outer part of the lava flow solidified, while the interior continued to flow, creating an underground tunnel. Its interest is both geological, for its formations, and biological, for the unique fauna it shelters.

What does this guided tour include?

  • Certified and expert caving guide.
  • Helmet with a headlamp.
  • Accident and Civil Liability Insurance.

Meeting Point and Practical Details

  • Duration: 2 hours (please arrive 15 minutes early).
  • Total distance: 1.2 Km.
  • Difficulty: Low.
  • Meeting Point: Benches on the opposite side of the road from the Caños de Fuego Interpretation Centre.
  • Parking: In the designated car park at the Caños de Fuego visitor centre.

What do you need to bring?

  • Mandatory Requirements: Closed-toe shoes (preferably trainers/sneakers) and an ID for minors (minimum age 5).
  • Recommendations: Comfortable clothing, a jacket (the temperature in the cave is constant), sun protection for the outdoor part, and water.

What to expect from this actividades al aire libre experience

This plan is a good fit if you want to compare actividades al aire libre options in Valle de Aridane and choose an experience that matches your pace, logistics and travel style.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, the minimum age to participate is 5 years, as long as they can walk the distance without difficulty. It’s a fantastic adventure for them to discover geology in a fun way. They must carry an ID document.

The lava tube has relatively wide dimensions, about 3 meters wide and with a height varying between 1 and 6 meters. Most people do not experience claustrophobia, but if you are very sensitive, please take this into account.

No, the difficulty is low. It is a gentle walk of just over a kilometer in total. The interior part is done by walking carefully on uneven volcanic terrain, but it does not require great physical effort.

The activity proceeds as normal even if it rains, as most of it is underground. It would only be cancelled in the event of a weather alert that advises against road travel.

No, the route inside the cave is done on foot. There is no climbing or scaling involved. The guide will show you where to step safely at all times.

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Duration

2 Hours

Language

English and Spanish

Free cancellation

  • To receive a full refund for the activity, it must be cancelled at least 12 hours in advance of its start.
  • If cancelled within 12 hours before the start, no refund will be made.
  • Changes made less than 12 hours before the activity starts will not be accepted.
  • The cut-off time is determined according to the local time of the location where the activity will take place.
  • Favorable weather conditions are essential for this activity. In the event of cancellation due to bad weather, an alternative date or a full refund will be offered.

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