Los Canarios 
Los Canarios (Fuencaliente)- Overview:
Los Canarios, otherwise formerly known as Fuencaliente, is located on the very southern tip of La Palma, and is an area rich in volcanic activity, with a series of unusual black beaches.
It's original name name meaning 'hot spring', or 'warm fountain, Los Canarios is the site of seven volcanoes, the most recent of which being Teneguia, which erupted in 1971, and lasted 24 days. The areas surrounding Fuencaliente consist of pine forests, vineyards and banana plantations - a stark contrast to the barren ash craters of the volcanoes.
Los Canarios (Fuencaliente) - Who goes there?:
As with most of the island of La Palma, Los Canarios (Fuencaliente) is a nature lover's paradise and a popular destination for both bird-watchers and walkers/hikers. The incredible craters of both Teneguia and San Antonia are worth a visit, as is the Cumbre Vieja National Park.
Los Canarios (Fuencaliente - Out & About:
The coastline of Los Canarios (Fuencaliente) consists of a series of small coves and beaches all with the characteristic black sand of the volcanic region. One of the best beaches is La Zamora, a quiet and fairly isolated beach, comprised of black sand and pebbles. Other beaches in the area include Punta Largo, Playa Nueva and El Faro. The stretch of coastline is one of the best on La Palma for SCUBA diving, and is home to some incredible black coral amongst the underground caverns.
The southerly location of Los Canarios (Fuencaliente) affords stunning views across to the neighbouring Canary island of La Gomera.
The town of Los Canarios (Fuencaliente) has some traditional streets and houses, and some pretty squares, and is home to a fully working and traditional red and white striped lighthouse on the beach. Beneath the lighthouses in Los Canarios is a small harbour with huts, fishing boats and a seafood restaurant.
Los Canarios (Fuencaliente) - Agriculture:
A combination of the rich volcanic earth and the temperate climate creates the perfect environment for vineyards in Los Canarios (Fuencaliente), and the region is the main wine producing area on La Palma.
Local 'bodegas' offer tastings of the local wine, one of the main ones being Teneguia wine, named after the most recent volcano to erupt.
Los Canarios - Our holiday accommodation and service:
If you travel with secretdestinations.com holidays you can choose from many hand picked hotels, privately owned holiday apartments and villas with pools in privileged secluded destinations in La Palma, including Los Canarios, in beautiful coastal, rural, mountain locations with an authentic taste of unspoiled La Palma.
Additionally, all of the Canary Islands are ideal for a spot of winter sun. So if you're looking for an activity holiday walking, cycling or trekking, exploring the Valle Aridane or volcanoes in the Caldera de Taburiente Natural Park, or simply sunbathing and relaxing, call our holiday team today. We can also assist you with Canaries flights to La Palma (via Tenerife), ferry travel and island car hire.
