Gain insight into the Bimbaches culture by visiting the site of their ancient holy tree. According to legend, the tree miraculously spouted water, providing for the islanders and their animals. Today we know that it’s really no miracle – mist in the air condenses on the tree’s leaves and provides fresh water. The original tree was felled by a hurricane in 1610; the tree here was planted in 1949.
There’s a small visitor centre near the tree and pretty walking trails leading to various freshwater pools. Get here along one of the two 2.7km dirt tracks that branch off the highways heading towards San Andrés. Both routes involve rocky, steep drives. Several walking trails set off from here. Take the PR EH 7 3km to El Mocanal or 6km down to the Pozo de las Calcosas, or take the same trail 3.5km in the other direction to San Andrés.
El Garoé is well signposted approximately 7km northeast of San Andrés from the HI-1 highway.
