La Caleta

The jewel of La Gomera

Considered one of the jewels of La Gomera, and one of the most beautiful beaches in the Canary Islands, this spot is located in the north of the island and lies within the municipality of Hermigua. Its calm waters and black sand have made it a favourite for of tourists and locals alike. Please note that the spot is ten minutes from the town centre, and visitors are asked to keep the facilities in perfect condition.

A beach with services

This beach is perfect for families. It’s very tranquil, and there is fine volcanic sand for children to play with. The spot also has several services that will make the visitor's stay more comfortable. These include toilets, showers, a picnic area, and restaurants.

Parking

Restaurant

Showers

Sin vigilancia

Oleaje fuerte

Hermigua

Bathe with caution

Sustainability

- Never leave waste of any type lying around, including cigarette butts. Leftover food leads to a proliferation of rats and wild cats.
- Do not throw any waste or other objects into the sea.
- Respect the animals. Do not bother them or feed them. If you see an injured specimen, you can call the emergency number: 112. Do not pick flowers or plants from the environment.
- Do not pick up or take away stones or any other item from the natural environment. And do not move them to pile them up into sadly famous 'towers'.
- Do not use soap or gel in the showers located at the entrance to the beach.
- Try to use ocean- friendly sun creams.
- Pets are prohibited at most beaches. Make sure you can take them beforehand.
- Try not to alter the peace of the environment with excessive noise (loud music, yelling, etc.) or activities that might be bothersome, such as ball games.