Gran Canaria · TOURS
From the dunes in the south to the old quarter of the capital and the pine country in the middle, these 15 cover the whole island, each with its price, its length and where it picks up.
Explore Poema del Mar in the Canary Islands with a skip-the-ticket-line entry ticket. Follow 35 freshwater and marine ecosystems, from a recreated Panama Canal jungle to a 400,000-liter reef cylinder and the shadowy Deep Sea exhibit. Allow about one to two and a half hours, depending on your pace and stops.
“Such a stunning aquarium – an absolute must on Gran Canaria. Speechless!”
Board the Golden Shark in Puerto de Mogán for a 40-minute submarine trip to depths of up to 25 metres. Look through large windows at shipwrecks, fish and an artificial reef, while a nine-language audio guide explains what you’re seeing. Screens show the submarine’s movements as it submerges and returns to the surface.
“submarine tour was an amazing experience. The audio guide was excellent and really immersive. We felt like little kids the whole time. The water wasn’t very clear due to recent rain, but we still thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We also purchased two printed photos for only €5, which was a lovely souvenir. Highly recommended!”
Ride a camel through the Maspalomas dunes for about 30 minutes, seated in a padded two-person saddle rather than on the animal’s hump. Saharawi guides accompany the group, help with getting on and off, and share the ride with you in Spanish, English or German. The route starts and ends at the camel station near Charca Maspalomas.
“Very relaxing and an experience to remember! Guides were excellent and camels were beautiful.”
At Banana World in Arucas, a guide leads you through a working banana farm and a restored 1804 Canarian house, explaining how the fruit is grown. The 50-minute to one-hour visit ends with samples of banana wines, jams, and other island-made products. Tours are offered in English, with guides including Dani, Fatima, Maria, and Ion.
“I enjoyed the banana tour! It was short and sweet. I learned a lot about bananas that I never knew. The guide was great and really knowledgeable. I loved all the different samplings of jams, bananas, and the banana drinks. My only complaint would be that it mentioned meeting at a meeting point. I was there 20 minutes early and no one was there. I ended up walking down to the entrance area instead and almost missed my tour. So go right to the entrance area and do not wait at the meeting point they provide.”
Cruise from Puerto Rico along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast aboard Spirit of the Sea, a catamaran with room for up to 97 people and a large glass-bottom viewing area. The multilingual crew helps you identify dolphins and other cetaceans. Sightings are not certain, but if none appear, you can return on another trip for free.
“The guide was amazing, very kind and funny, he speaks 4 languages fluently, big plus to the whole experience. We saw dolphins and 2 turtles. Also a big plus, that the team collects garbage from the ocean during the trip. Loved it!”
Join Líneas Salmón for a 2.5-hour cruise from Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, in search of dolphins and whales. Guides speak Spanish, English, and German; Mario is a familiar face on board. Bring a camera, expect open-sea conditions, and remember that sightings are never certain.
“We loved this excursion! We saw loads of dolphins 🐬. The guides were really friendly and the boat was comfortable. Would highly recommend”
Drive a two-seater buggy into southern Gran Canaria, heading through the Ayagaures Valley to the Pedro Gonzales viewpoint and its reservoir views. Expect mountain roads, village scenery and a shorter off-road stretch, not two hours of rough track. Guides speak Spanish, English, German and French; pickup is available in specified Maspalomas-area locations.
“Super cool tour, extremely Great vibes from the guides. Worth every cent”
Ride rocky trails above El Salobre with a guide, passing tropical plantations and looking toward Maspalomas’ dunes and beach. Horses are matched to riders, and helmets are provided. Choose a one- or two-hour ride, with hotel transfers available as an add-on. Guides speak Spanish, English and German.
“I don’t have the words to explain what a special, supported and fantastic experience Amanda and her crew made this into. If you do one thing in Gran Canaria make it this : )”
Spend a day at Palmitos Park, about 10 kilometers from the Maspalomas Lighthouse. Your ticket includes the dolphin, parrot, birds of prey and exotic bird shows, plus access to the aquarium, butterfly house, gardens and animal areas. The park sits in a mountain valley, so plan for steep paths, sun protection and plenty of time between exhibits.
“Was great shows with the birds and dolphins. The place is situated way up in the mountains with spectacular views. There is a lot of walking involved and much of it is up and down steep hills. The park does provide walkers and mobility scooters at a cost if needed.”
Spend a day at Gran Canaria’s largest waterpark, with more than 40 slides, including the Anaconda and a water labyrinth, plus Children’s Paradise and garden areas. Entry includes use of the slides. Food, parking, lockers, sun loungers, and fast passes cost extra; the sea lion experience is optional and subject to availability.
“We had a great time here. Bought fast passes after being there a few hours and wish we’d bought them right at the start of the day. Had a really fun day!”
This five-hour 4x4 trip heads inland from southern Gran Canaria, from Salobre toward Lake Chira, with mountain views, a coffee stop in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Fataga, and photo viewpoints. Expect rough, sometimes exposed tracks and a guide speaking English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian. Guides such as Juan, Karolis, and Paco have led past trips, but your guide may differ.
“Very well organised.. Great stops and good information great lunch stop it was extra 15 euro but worth it..”
At Camel Safari Park La Baranda, take a 60-minute camel ride through the Oasis of the 1,000 Palms, then walk among fruit trees and farm animals with a guide. Choose a package with tapas and hotel pickup from selected southern resorts. Expect open sun on the ride, a scenic drive, and an easygoing visit to a working desert oasis.
“Had a lovely man pick us up at our hotel and dropped us back after the activity. Was so much fun! We got to feed the camels & donkeys. We had a tour and saw the different flowers & plants. We also rode the camels and had our pictures taken. After we had a tapas lunch - with the ingredients sourced from the reserve itself. The reserve as a whole is a beautiful & peaceful place. Our guide and host were very lovely! We also got to purchase homemade mango & guava jam : ) Would certainly come back on my next visit to the island and we 1000% recommend”
See Bandama’s volcanic craters, browse local products at Cruz de Tejeda, enjoy a Canarian and French-inspired lunch, then hike the rocky Roque Nublo trail and finish at Pico de las Nieves with sunset views and honey rum. An accredited guide leads the day, with pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides include Víctor, David, Daylos and Angélica.
“I had the best day. Met some lovely people from all over Europe on the tour. The food was lovely. The staff was lovely. Lots of fascinating information about the island.”
Spend about 4.5 hours aboard Afrikat’s catamaran, cruising Gran Canaria’s southwest coast and stopping near Mogán to swim or snorkel. The crew serves lunch and unlimited beer, sangria, soft drinks, juice, coffee and water. You can add paid activities such as jet skiing or parasailing. Potter, the boat’s owner, is among the crew members named by passengers, but the team may vary.
“Really good, staff were such a laugh and made the cruise so worth while. I would certainly recommend doing this.”
Take the controls of a jetski off Puerto Base and follow a guide in a safety boat along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. Spanish- and English-speaking guides, including Riad and Esther, explain the basics and help you find your pace. Choose 30 minutes or an hour; dolphins and flying fish are possible, but sightings are not guaranteed.
“friendly staff that spoke both English and Spanish. They gave us clear instructions on how to ride out on the boat as well as instructions for using the jet skis. Safety was a priority but also they wanted us to enjoy their activity. They made us feel our enjoyment was important and we were not just a payday. Would certainly go again”
Pick a boat, a ravine or a stretch of sand.
