Gomera Paradise Trail vs Santa Cruz Extreme
Gomera Paradise Trail (30km, 2536m D+) vs Santa Cruz Extreme (25km, 1460m D+). Side-by-side comparison: distances, elevation, difficulty, mandatory gear and registration. Which one suits you best?
Advanced Gomera Paradise Trail
San Sebastián de La Gomera, Canary Islands
Advanced Physical profile
| Gomera Paradise Trail | Santa Cruz Extreme | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | 19 September 2026 | 17 October 2026 |
| Terrain | Skyrunning | Skyrunning |
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Max elevation gain | 2,536m D+ | 1,460m D+ |
Distances — Gomera Paradise Trail
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky 30K | 30 | 2,536 | 8h |
| Short Sky 16K | 16 | 993 | 5h |
| Starter 10K | 10 | 367 | 3h |
Distances — Santa Cruz Extreme
| Name | Km | D+ | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaga Xtrm 25K | 25 | 1,460 | 6h |
| Anaga Xtrm 18K | 18 | 1,135 | 5h |
| Anaga Xtrm 10K | 10 | 361 | 3h |
Logistics & costs
| Gomera Paradise Trail | Santa Cruz Extreme | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | San Sebastián de La Gomera, Canary Islands | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands |
| Distance between venues | 94 km | |
| Registration opens | — | — |
| Registration closes | — | — |
| Mandatory Gear | 4 mandatory items | 2 mandatory items |
| Official website | Visit | Visit |
Pack 360 — Services
Registration
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Accommodation
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Gear
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for bothSalomon
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Salomon Speedcross 6Recommended for both
Salomon
Nutrition
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for bothGourmet Latino
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Bocadillo de Guayaba Gourmet LatinoRecommended for both
Gourmet Latino
Transport
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Car Rental
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Insurance
Gomera Paradise Trail
No recommendations
Santa Cruz Extreme
No recommendations
Body Care
Gomera Paradise Trail
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Julbo AerospeedRecommended for bothJulbo
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Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for bothBuff
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Salomon Cross VisorRecommended for bothSalomon
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Julbo AerospeedRecommended for both
Julbo
- Buff CoolNet UV+Recommended for both
Buff
- Salomon Cross VisorRecommended for both
Salomon
Sun Protection
Gomera Paradise Trail
-
Recommended for both -
Recommended for both
Santa Cruz Extreme
- Recommended for both
- Recommended for both
Summary
If you're looking for a longer distance, Gomera Paradise Trail is the choice. If you prefer a shorter and more accessible race, consider Santa Cruz Extreme. In terms of elevation gain, Gomera Paradise Trail is the more demanding option. Both races offer a complete Pack 360 with everything you need for race day.
Frequently asked questions
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