If you are planning a holiday you should travel to El Hierro, Canary Islands. The smallest island in the group is also one of the most beautiful. It is located off of the African coast and is a must see for everyone who loves to travel. You can enjoy El Hierro anytime because it is warm and sunny all year round. The island is stunning with rugged coastlines and mountainous landscape. It is home to some of the most unique animals in the world including the endangered El Hierro Lizard. Unlike most islands, El Hierro is full of large forests that are home to the Canary Island pines and wax myrtles. The thousand year old junipers grow up to 70 centimetres tall and are an amazing sight to see.
What attracts visitors to the island is the beautiful cliffs and abundant sea life. It is one of the most famous destinations in the world for scuba divers and snorkelers. The island has over 25 diving sites that are recognized all over the world and the visibility is amazing because the waters are incredibly deep. Divers and snorkelers had better take their underwater camera’s because they will see spiny globefish, black sea bream, trumpet fish and black coral. Hammerhead sharks have been spotted along with giant rays, triggerfish and tuna. One of the most popular diving spots on El Hierro is Mar Las Calmas as the sea is very calm.
Other popular activities on the island include rock climbing, mountain biking, paragliding, cave exploration and wind surfing. If you want to see the entire island you must hire a car or take a taxi. Most of the tiny villages have a personal taxi driver who would be glad to show you around the island.
If you like to hike you must travel to Pozo De Las Calcosas and Charco Manso. Both are located on the north coast of the island and have naturally formed swimming pools. Even the houses are built with stone. Be sure to take your hiking boots as the only access is straight down the cliff on a narrow path.
Valverde is the islands capital and has traditional restaurants where you can dine on fresh fish and traditional tapas. Stay the night at one of the quaint hotels or book a local bed and breakfast.
El Hierro Canary Islands is a holiday that everyone should experience. Grab your partner, your family or your friends and head to one of the most beautiful destinations in the world.
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