One dead after bus carrying British tourists crashes in Canary Islands, officials say

One Dead After British Tourists’ Bus Crash in Canary Islands

Emergency services confirmed that a bus transporting British tourists overturned in a ravine on La Gomera, resulting in one fatality and 27 injuries. The accident occurred on the GM-2 road, which is known for its steep gradients and tight turns. A helicopter was deployed to rescue two critically injured individuals, who were initially taken to Hospital Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe before being transferred to Tenerife for further care.

The incident happened at 13:16 local time (13:16 BST), when the bus left the road and plunged down a slope, according to 112 Canarias. The vehicle fell from approximately 10 meters, as reported by Spanish news outlet El Mundo. The crash site was near a hairpin bend, as seen in an image shared by emergency responders.

“The passengers were staying at a resort on the island,” said Héctor Cabrera, head of emergency operations in La Gomera. The group was en route to the San Sebastián de La Gomera dock, where they planned to board a ferry to Tenerife.

Officials stated that the bus carried 28 people, including 27 British tourists and one driver. Of the injured, four were in critical condition, while 23 sustained minor injuries. Most victims were transported to the local hospital, with additional resources including three helicopters and five ambulances on standby.

President Fernando Clavijo of the Canary Islands expressed solidarity with the victims and their families. La Gomera, the second smallest of Spain’s Canary Islands, is a favored spot for hikers due to its volcanic terrain. The island is accessible via a 50-minute ferry ride to Tenerife, the largest of the archipelago.

According to the Canary Islands Tourism Observatory, around 70,000 British visitors traveled to La Gomera in 2025. The region remains a popular destination for travelers seeking natural landscapes and cultural experiences.