Destination guide
La Palma, the Isla Bonita: island history, towns and nature
Explore Santa Cruz de La Palma, San Andrés y Sauces and the volcanic landscape in this historical GetHoliday destination guide.
La Palma, often known as the Isla Bonita, offers steep mountains, humid forests and dramatic volcanic coastlines. Its distinctive landscapes make it unlike Tenerife's busiest tourist areas.
Santa Cruz de La Palma has a historic seafront centre with traditional balconies, squares and buildings reflecting the island's Atlantic trading heritage.
In the north-east, San Andrés y Sauces offers greener scenery, rural traditions and agricultural landscapes shaped by local environmental conditions.
This article is retained as a historical destination guide, not a current tour offer. GetHoliday does not presently sell excursions to La Palma; check official transport and access information if arranging your own trip.