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15 Gran Canaria Day Trips Worth a Whole Day

116 tours  ·  from $11 a head

Coach loops, boat days, buggy runs and the guided walks, gathered in one place. These 15 are the ones that fill a whole day well, each priced and timed.

Puerto de Mogán: Submarine Tour - From the dock to the seabed
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Puerto de Mogán: Submarine Tour

1.Puerto de Mogán: Submarine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,792 reviews · 40 min · from $45Our pick

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!”

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Guided tour of the Banana World - Inside the restored house from 1804
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Guided tour of the Banana World

2.Guided tour of the Banana World

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,431 reviews · 50 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $18Top rated

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.”

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Gran Canaria Guided Buggy Tour - Fataga, canyons and the off-road stretch
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Gran Canaria Guided Buggy Tour

3.Gran Canaria Guided Buggy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,743 reviews · from $85

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”

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South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour - The road out of Maspalomas
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South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour

4.Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,200 reviews · 5 hours · from $74

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..”

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The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience - Cruz de Tejeda brings local tastes into the day
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The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

5.The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,120 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $119

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.”

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Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Jetski Tour - Getting comfortable with the jetski
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Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Jetski Tour

6.Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Jetski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 949 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $82

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”

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Buggy Tour Gran Canaria - A guided convoy, not a race
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Buggy Tour Gran Canaria

7.Buggy Tour Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 914 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90

Take the wheel of an 800cc buggy on a guided route from El Tablero toward the Ayagaures viewpoint and reservoir, then try a short dirt section among palms, bamboo, and prickly pears. Expect mountain roads, photo stops, dust, and a convoy-style drive. Guides include Sebastian and Carmelo, known as Speedy Gonzales. A Class B driving license is required.

“Fab time, great staff, really fun time. 2 hrs in the road including off road stuff too. Amazing views up the mountains. Highly recommended and superb value.”

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Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Las Canteras Beach and Alfredo Kraus Auditorium
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Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

8.Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 888 reviews · 1 day · from $29

See Las Palmas de Gran Canaria from an open-top double-decker, then hop off at stops such as Vegueta, Las Canteras Beach, and Parque Santa Catalina. A multilingual audio guide covers the 75-minute circuit. Ticket packages may add a walking tour, museum entry, tapas, or a boat trip, so check what your chosen option includes.

“A great way of getting to know the interesting sites of Las Palmas and visit them. Only issue was the 48 hours ticket, the boat trip was not in operation on our visit.”

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The Red Canyon Tour - Small Group Trip with Local Food Tasting ツ - La Fortaleza de Ansite and the island’s ancient inhabitants
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The Red Canyon Tour – Small Group Trip with Local Food Tasting ツ

9.The Red Canyon Tour – Small Group Trip with Local Food Tasting ツ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 798 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $119

Travel from Gran Canaria’s southern hills to the coast with a certified local guide. Visit Santa Lucía, the caves of La Fortaleza de Ansite, the colored ravine of Las Vacas and Playa de Arinaga, with a Canarian food tasting along the way. Groups are capped at 20, and guides such as Angélica, Víctor and Celeste bring the island’s history and geology to life.

“A great tour to kickoff our stay in Gran Canaria. Victor, our guide, shared a lot of history of the island in great detail. The itinerary was jammed packed but the easy pace and beautiful scenery made it nice.”

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Full Day Rainforest Tour with Tasting and Swimming Time ツ - Firgas, the City of Water
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Full Day Rainforest Tour with Tasting and Swimming Time ツ

10.Full Day Rainforest Tour with Tasting and Swimming Time ツ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 607 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $117

Climbo’s full-day tour pairs Firgas and its water heritage with a guided walk through Azuaje Ravine, a tasting at a sustainable farm, and time at El Puertillo’s volcanic pools. Expect wet, uneven trails, local produce and a long day that includes pickup and return transport. Guides on different departures have included Angélica, Victor and Celeste.

“Absolutely amazing adventure with Angelica! The weather was very warm but ended up making a perfect day. We saw villages, the rainforest, jumped into the natural pool, the farm, and a end of day swim in local’s favorite. Cannot recommend this trip enough! Learned they have other trips and we will definitely book them next time we are on the island. Hopefully with Angelica because she was an amazing guide.”

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From Las Palmas: Highlights of Gran Canaria Day Tour - Maspalomas, a wide view of the dunes
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From Las Palmas: Highlights of Gran Canaria Day Tour

11.From Las Palmas: Highlights of Gran Canaria Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 566 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $57

Travel south from Las Palmas to the Guayadeque ravine, ancient cave homes, Maspalomas dunes and Puerto de Mogán, with a guide and driver handling the long route. Guides on different departures have included Fran, Itahisa and Selene. You get free time in Mogán and can add a €7.50 boat trip from Puerto Rico.

“It’s a great trip! I really enjoyed it! And the tour guide Itahisa is fantastic! She is so happy and friendly! The driver is good and friendly too.”

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Gran Canaria: Rural Villages Guided Sightseeing Tour - Fataga and Tejeda: village time, not just viewpoints
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Gran Canaria: Rural Villages Guided Sightseeing Tour

12.Rural Villages Guided Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 544 reviews · from $83

Start in Gran Canaria’s south and ride an air-conditioned vehicle through Fataga, Tejeda and Artenara, with stops for village visits, mountain views and the island’s famous cave houses. Guides such as Kevin, Fabio and Uwe have led the trip. Lunch and tastings cost extra, and the north coast can be cooler than the south.

“Amazing scenery and very informative guide. Great day out.”

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Full Day Across the Island Tour from Las Palmas - Pico de las Nieves: high views, weather permitting
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Full Day Across the Island Tour from Las Palmas

13.Full Day Across the Island Tour from Las Palmas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 505 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Spend about eight and a half hours crossing Gran Canaria by air-conditioned transport, from Bandama Caldera and the mountain summit at Pico de las Nieves to palm-filled Fataga and the Maspalomas dunes. An English-speaking guide, often Pavel, explains the island’s history and daily life. You get time to explore and eat in Fataga, but food is not included.

“Dude was mad chill and wavy as hell. Knowledgable and witty and funny and kool. He also has the same name as my great grandfather, so we connected on a deep spiritual level.”

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Maspalomas: Jet Ski Tour with Hotel Transfer - One hour gives you room to ride, not just follow
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Maspalomas: Jet Ski Tour with Hotel Transfer

14.Maspalomas: Jet Ski Tour with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · 1 day

From Maspalomas, a white, branded vehicle takes you to Puerto de Pasito Blanco for a one-hour jet ski tour. Guide Marcos leads a small private group, with two photo stops, an optional swim, and the chance to swap drivers. You get room to ride at your own pace, but photos and videos may cost extra.

“It was very fun. We did a Jetski Tour sometime ago but this trip was better because of the smaller group size of around 3 people plus the instructor. It was way more fun than a tour of 7+ people. The pictures that the guide took were great. Thanks!”

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Gran Canaria: Shared yacht excursion with beverages, lunch and snorkeling - A long pause for swimming, snorkeling and lunch
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Gran Canaria: Shared yacht excursion with beverages, lunch and snorkeling

15.Shared yacht excursion with beverages, lunch and snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 339 reviews · from $78

Set sail from Puerto Rico with a group of up to 12, a welcome glass of cava and an open bar of beer, sangria, soft drinks and juice. Head toward Mogán’s sea-access-only Perchel cove for swimming, snorkeling and paddleboarding, with a tapas-style spread on board. South-coast hotel pickup is available when arranged in advance.

“Everything was spot on couldn’t of asked for a better trip”

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