Playa de Santiago to San Sebastian, the challenge

One-way hike from Playa Santiago to San Sebastian following the well maintained GR 132.

Take along enough water as there are no more opportunities before arriving at San Sebastian (if necessary ask for water in El Cabrito).
Count 7 hours to complete the hike.

This version of the hike does not visit 'El Cabrito', the coast dwelling of the Barranco de la Guancha. But instead it follows the descent of 'La Fortaleza': a challenging descent only for the trained hiker with little fear of heights.

Swimming opportunity at Playa de la Guancha & San Sebastian.
In San Sebastian you can catch the 17h45 bus 3 to bring you back to Playa de Santiago. Or ask for a taxi at the harbor.

The trail is well maintained and is marked with white-red stripes as GR 132. It is part of the 'Trip around the island of La Gomera'. 

The hike follows WALK 14 in the 'Rother Walking Guide' of La Gomera, by Klaus and Annette Wolfsperger.

ITINERARY 13/10 on the 'La Gomera 1:48.000 Hiking Routes Map' edition 2015.