Buggy riding Gran Canaria South: 2-seater off-road

Drive a two-seater buggy through ravine terrain you navigate yourself

A two-seater buggy ride in Gran Canaria's southwest takes two hours, mixing on-road stretches from Anfi del Mar to Patalavaca with mostly off-road driving through the Patalavaca-Puerto Rico ravine valley. You operate the buggy while a guide-driver follows in another vehicle. Snow goggles and insurance are included.

The experience

Two hours of driving means you're behind the wheel for the whole route, not watching from a passenger seat. The route starts on road between Anfi del Mar and Patalavaca, then shifts mostly off-road through the ravine-valley terrain where you'll handle the buggy's steering and throttle across uneven ground. A guide-driver in a separate buggy leads the way and stays with your group throughout.

You need a valid B-category driving license (or equivalent from your home country) to operate the buggy. The vehicle is built for two people, with weight limits of 200kg combined and height requirements between 1.30m and 1.95m: measurements matter because the buggy's frame is tight. Snow goggles come with the ride. Bring your own neck, mouth and nose protection if you want it. The terrain and the adrenaline demand at least moderate fitness. The operator does not recommend this for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.

A guide speaks English, Spanish or German depending on your booking. Public transportation runs near the meeting point if you need it to get there. The two-hour window is tight enough to fit into a half-day itinerary but long enough that you'll feel the full route, not a quick spin.

What’s included

• Snow goggles for the ride.
• a guide-driver who leads the route in a separate buggy.
• insurance coverage for the activity.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday and ThursdayDeparts at 10:15

Book up to2d before

GroupUp to 10 · max 2 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by VIMOTIONS

Is this one for you?Two hours is long enough to feel the full ravine terrain but short enough to fit a morning or afternoon into the rest of your day in Gran Canaria. If you have limited time, this route gives you the off-road experience without eating up a full day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and German.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the on-road and off-road sections of this buggy route?

The route starts on paved road between Anfi del Mar and Patalavaca, then shifts to mostly off-road terrain through the Patalavaca-Puerto Rico ravine valley where you'll drive across uneven ground and natural obstacles.

Do I need a driving license to operate the buggy?

Yes, you must have a valid B-category driving license or its equivalent from your home country to drive the buggy.

What are the size and weight limits for the two-seater buggy?

Drivers and passengers must be between 1.30m and 1.95m tall, with a combined weight not exceeding 200kg for both occupants.

Who leads the buggy ride if I'm the one driving?

A guide-driver in a separate buggy leads the route and stays with your group throughout the two-hour ride to show the way and ensure safety.

What protective gear is provided, and what do I need to bring?

Snow goggles are included with the ride. You should bring your own neck, mouth and nose protection if you want additional coverage from dust and wind.