5 Morning Tours in Gran Canaria to Plan a Day Around

1.Morning cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 509 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Set out from Puerto Rico on a catamaran capped at 18 passengers. The roughly four-and-a-half-hour morning cruise follows Gran Canaria’s southwest coast, with two stops for swimming and water activities. Snorkel gear, a kayak, paddleboards, lunch and unlimited drinks are included. Hotel pickup is offered in selected southern resorts; jet skis and parasailing cost extra.

“Beautiful boat, lots of space. Great food, even better company. Easy access in and out of the water to swim. Lovely way to spend the day. So good I booked to go out again tomorrow.”

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2.Afrikat Morning Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 501 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90Best value

Cruise Gran Canaria’s south coast for about four and a half hours aboard the Afrikat catamaran, departing from Puerto Base in Puerto Rico. Expect coastal views, an anchored swim stop, lunch, and included drinks. Jet skis, parasailing, donut rides, and a short speedboat trip cost extra. Crew members mentioned by name include Potter, Monica, and José.

“Beautiful Excellent I loved it Great experience I would do it all over again I love sailing Great people”

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3.2-H Sunset or Morning Segway experience near by Sand Dunes

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · from $90

In two hours, a local guide leads you from Bici Bike Vintage at Maspalomas’s Cita Shopping Center along seaside promenades and cycle paths near the dunes, Playa del Inglés, Playa de las Burras and San Agustín. You’ll get a short Segway practice, protective gear and a soft drink. Some tours are led by Lorenzo, and guides speak English, Italian and Spanish.

“We had a great time doing the tour with Lorenzo. We got to discover many beaut places in Maspalomas while having fun on the segway. Our guide was very nice and and interesting, we learned a lot about the island and about its nature. He took many pictures and videos of us which was great because we have souvenirs of the activity. We even got to drink an amazing smoothie with a view on the ocean for a little break ! Thank you!”

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4.Maspalomas: E-Bike Sightseeing Sunset Tour or Morning Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · from $90

Join a local guide for a two-hour e-bike ride through Maspalomas and Meloneras. See the dunes from outside the sandy reserve, look for birds at the oasis, hear about Punta Mujeres and the old lighthouse, then pedal beside the sea. Choose a morning or sunset departure. Lorenzo is among the guides named for lively, informative tours.

“Fantastic evening on the e-scooter choppers. Lorenzo was a great guide - very knowledgeable and fun. Plenty of time whizzing about all over Maspalomas and Meloneras. 100% would recommend as it was great fun 🤩”

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5.Morning Scuba Dive

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 6 hours · from $118

Meet your English-speaking instructor at Blue Water Diving at 8:30am, sort paperwork and gear, then head by boat to sites matched to your certification and recent experience. The outing is planned around two underwater sessions, with reefs, wrecks and Atlantic marine life to look out for. Return is around 1pm; insurance is required and costs extra.

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