The 15 Gran Canaria Private Tours Worth the Money

1.Las Palmas: Private Old City Guided Walking Tour with Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 166 reviews · from $54Our pick

Walk Las Palmas’ historic Vegueta and Triana districts with a private local guide, hearing stories of the city’s colonial past and seeing landmarks such as Columbus House and the Cathedral. Guides named on past tours include Artemi, Manuel, Arturo, and Efrén. The 2.5-hour outing ends with a tapa and drink at a local café, with coffee, tea, or a traditional cake also listed.

“he was a very knowledgeable and courteous guide. We enjoyed having him”

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2.Private 4 hour Catamaran cruise in south coast of Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews Top rated

Set sail from Pasito Blanco at 11:00 am for a four-hour private catamaran cruise along Gran Canaria’s south coast. Jani and Tanja take you west past Anfi del Mar and mountain views, with time to swim, snorkel and paddleboard from an anchored spot. Tapas, drinks, snorkeling gear and paddleboards are included.

“This was the family favorite of our trip. The hosts were exceptional and so nice. They offered snacks, drinks, and a great lunch. It was a smooth ride, and then we anchored and used their floats and paddleboards. They always made sure we had what we needed and provided us a a wonderful day on the water. We loved it and would highly recommend!!”

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3.Gran Canaria Highlights Private Tour VIP

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Travel inland with a private English-speaking guide, often Simon, for mountain viewpoints, historic villages, local cheese, mojo, honey rum, and a tapas lunch. The route includes Fataga, Teror, Pico de las Nieves, and Cruz de Tejeda. Expect winding roads, changing temperatures, and a full day away from the coast.

“Simon is a very friendly and informative guide. Nice having a smaller group and a smaller coach on the mountain roads. Beautiful scenery, villages and weather.”

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4.Private Tour Guide in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours exploring Gran Canaria with local guide Naty, with pickup at an agreed address and private transport for up to four. Visit Fataga, Pico de las Nieves, Cruz de Tejeda, and the Agaete Valley, where a winery tour includes wine, tapas, and coffee. The route can be tailored to your interests.

“Such a wonderful experience! Nati was friendly and made us feel like family. He took us all around the island and showed up placed off the usual tourist route. My one big regret is not booking more days with Nati.”

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5.Private yacht excursion with Aperitif, drinks and snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 53 reviews · 4 hours

Set sail from Puerto Rico on a private yacht for up to eight people at the listed $650 group price. A captain takes you toward Mogán and Perchel Cove for swimming, snorkeling and paddleboarding, with cava, snacks and an open bar included. Hotel pickup in the south of Gran Canaria must be arranged in advance. Past captains named by guests include Christian and Ronnie.

“amazing experience- Christian was a great host! would recommend to everyone”

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6.Private Bandama Caldera Volcano, Botanic Garden & Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 3 hours · from $124

From central Las Palmas, take a private, guide-led taxi tour to Bandama’s volcanic crater and the Canary Islands Botanical Garden, or choose a wine tasting instead. You’ll also have time in the Old Town. Guides speak English, Spanish, or German, with French, Italian, and Portuguese available by request. Artemis has led the tour and can adapt the pace.

“En trevlig upplevelse men framför allt gamla stan. Guiden var verkligen bra”

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7.Customizable Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 6.5 hours

Set your own pace on a 6.5-hour private Gran Canaria tour, with pickup in Las Palmas and an official local guide speaking English or Spanish. Choose among sand dunes, archaeological sites, mountain and vineyard scenery, a coffee plantation visit and tasting, local wine and cheese, museums, or shopping. Bruno has guided past tours, but confirm who will lead yours.

“Bruno was a fantastic guide, he truly went above and beyond to make our experience amazing! He took us to see all the sites/places we wanted to go see and even hidden gems we did not know about! We fell in love with the island, and cannot wait to come back again!”

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8.Best Private Yacht in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews

Set sail along Gran Canaria’s coast aboard Nirvana Dreams, a 40-foot Astondoa yacht with a captain and crew, including Louis and Mario. For three to eight hours, your private group can choose music and anchoring spots, enjoy tapas and drinks, and use snorkeling gear and two paddleboards. Pickup is available from several south-coast locations.

“Can I give this trip a 10/5. This was amazing. I recommend this by all of my heart. 🫶🏼”

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9.Gran Canaria Welcome: Private Exploring Tour and Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 29 reviews · 1.5 - 5 hours · from $53Best value

Explore Las Palmas or another part of Gran Canaria with a private local guide, such as Artemis or Manny. Set your pace, route, and length, from 1.5 hours upward, and arrange pickup in Las Palmas, Telde, or Maspalomas. Expect local history, personal attention, and practical food tips. Taxi fares, meals, and drinks cost extra.

“Artemis is full of history and interesting facts about his hometown! The pride that he shows and shares is exemplary….he made Gran Canaria come alive for us and I highly recommend him as a guide!”

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10.Exclusive Private Charter in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from Puerto Rico on a private Gran Canaria boat charter for up to 11 passengers. You’ll cruise west past cliffs and caves, with time for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, or fishing. Gear, lunch, and unlimited drinks are included. Hotel pickup is offered in selected southern resorts; the crew’s names are not provided.

“We were a group of 10 ladies celebrating 2x60th birthdays”

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11.Gran Canaria Full Private Photography Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews

Spend about nine hours with a private guide and photographer, visiting Pico de las Nieves, Roque Nublo, Tejeda and the west coast. Choose a classic route or tailor the day to your interests. Sergiu and local guide Naty have led the experience. Your guide sends the day’s photos by email at no extra charge.

“This had to have been the best tour my family and I have ever done! Our guide, Sergiu, was absolutely fantastic! When I was looking for a tour, there were certain places I wanted to visit. Since this was a private tour, I was able to ask Sergiu in Read more”

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12.Private 3-hours afternoon SailingTour and Snorkeling with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Set sail from Mogán with Marek and Dagmara on a private afternoon trip for your group of up to eight. Expect a relaxed sail along Gran Canaria’s south coast, a chance to try the helm, time to snorkel with provided gear, and food and drinks on board. The crew can share local stories, and the outing returns to its starting point.

“It was a great experience. The water was clear and warm. The sailing tour was perfect and the food was nice. Kind people, they told us a lot about the island.”

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13.Las Palmas: Private City Highlights & Northern Villages Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 15 reviews · 6 hours · from $175

Spend six hours exploring Las Palmas and Gran Canaria’s northern villages with a private multilingual guide. Visit Las Canteras, the old city, Firgas, Arucas, and Teror, with hotel, harbour, or station pickup and a tapas stop with a drink. Guides including Artemis and Emilio have led tours, but your assigned guide may vary.

“Tour modified in advance (via Whatsapp) to met our needs and cover different places.”

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14.Excursion on private yacht with drinks, lunch and snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews

Set out from Puerto Rico on a private yacht with a captain and guide, a welcome glass of cava, snacks and an open bar. Cruise toward Mogán and Perchel Cove for swimming, snorkeling and paddleboarding, then pass Tauro Beach and Tiritaña’s cliffs on the return. Pickup in southern Gran Canaria can be arranged in advance.

“It was an amazing experience that exceeded our expectation. The boat was gorgeous and the trip memorable, brilliant, lovely staff and great lunch, thank you!”

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15.Full Private Tour of Gran Canaria with Natural Pools

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $421

Spend about nine hours exploring Gran Canaria’s west and north with private guide Fabien. Visit a restored windmill, mineral-colored rock, coastal villages, Agaete’s natural pools and Arucas’s basalt church. The tour includes private air-conditioned transport and bottled water. Bring a swimsuit if you plan to swim, and expect winding roads.

“We spent a full day discovering Gran Canaria with Fabien, and it was simply perfect from start to finish. 🌴 I absolutely loved this experience – breathtaking landscapes, hidden gems, and so many fascinating insights about the island’s history, culture, and nature. Fabien is not only extremely knowledgeable, but also passionate and caring, which made the whole journey feel unique and personal. It truly felt like a moment out of time, far away from the usual tourist paths. If you’re hesitating, don’t – book this tour with Fabien in complete confidence. You’ll come back with memories to treasure for a lifetime. ✨”

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