Gran Canaria: Canyoning Adventure & Waterfall Rappelling Tour

Volcanic canyons, forest trails, waterfall abseils, local stories

You’ll scramble through Gran Canaria’s volcanic canyons with a certified guide by your side, rappel down waterfalls, taste local snacks mid-adventure, and learn how these wild landscapes were shaped. Expect laughter, cold water on your skin, and stories you’ll want to retell long after you dry off.

Step-by-step itinerary

Canyoning adventure in Gran Canaria

• Start activity in amazing area
• Choose aquatic or dry canyon
• Move through fresh green forest
• Learn to rappel waterfalls
• Hike to canyon for abseiling
• Observe volcanic lava layers
• Rest in canyon area
• Return via adventure trail

The experience

We slid into wetsuits in the back of a van somewhere up in Gran Canaria’s green folds. I honestly lost track after the third switchback. Our guide, Pablo, handed me a helmet that still smelled faintly like river moss (not unpleasant, just… real), and grinned like he knew what was coming. He asked if anyone had rappelled before. I shook my head. Someone else said “sort of” and we all laughed, nerves, mostly. The air felt cooler here than by the coast, and there was this earthy scent under the trees that reminded me of wet stone and something herbal I couldn’t name.

The first part was all clambering over rocks and ducking under branches while Pablo pointed out weird plants. He called one “balos” and made us try to pronounce it. Li laughed when I tried to say it in Spanish, probably butchered it. Then came the sound: water echoing off stone, louder as we followed the stream deeper into the canyon. When we reached the first drop, Pablo clipped us in one by one for our first abseil down a waterfall. Cold water slapped my calves and hands went numb on the rope for a second. I remember thinking “don’t look down,” but then I did anyway. It wasn’t even that high (maybe 9 meters?), but from up top it felt wild.

There were moments where time slowed: standing waist-deep in a pool waiting for everyone to come down, sunlight flickering through leaves above us. We snacked on something sweet Pablo brought (I think it was some local biscuit?) while he explained how these canyons formed from volcanic eruptions ages ago. He talked about how weather keeps shaping everything here. You could see layers of lava right in the walls if you looked close enough.

On the way back out, I realized my legs were shaking more from excitement than fear now. Gran Canaria canyoning isn’t just about adrenaline. It’s being inside this living geology lesson with people who actually care if you’re safe (and fed). I still think about that last view looking back up at the cliffs (all jagged lines and green shadows) before we hiked out laughing about who slipped where.

What’s included

Your day includes all technical gear like wetsuit, harness, helmet and abseiling equipment plus snacks to keep your energy up along the way. You’ll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with insurance covered throughout your adventure before heading back after your last climb out of the canyon.

Options for this experience

4 options

Up to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish10:00

Guide in English or SpanishAvailable from 5 Oct 2027

Up to 8 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish10:00

Up to 8 per booking · Guide in English or SpanishAvailable from 5 Oct 2027

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

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Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and SundayDeparts at 10:00

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Under 10: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “SELECTED CANYONING: CANYONING WITH WATERFALLS: GC-130 Road in the KM 16.5. It's a small parking close to the road where you can park. CANYONING WITH JUMPS: Parking Barranco de la Manta GC-200, 35149 Mogán, Las Palmas”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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 10 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by YUKAN Outdoor Gran Canaria

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

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 24h before the start.

Is this Gran Canaria canyoning tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, beginners are welcome. Guides provide full supervision and instruction throughout.

What is included in the Gran Canaria canyoning adventure?

The tour includes wetsuit, harness, helmet, abseiling equipment, snacks, insurance, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.

How long are the rappels during this day trip?

The maximum rappel height is 9 meters during both dry and aquatic canyon routes.

Are there both dry & aquatic canyon options available?

Yes, you can choose between dry or aquatic canyons depending on conditions and preference.

Is pickup included for this Gran Canaria canyoning tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned. Public transport options are nearby instead.

Is this activity suitable for people with health issues?

No. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or pregnancy.

Will we have a private group or join others?

This is a private activity with reduced group size so you won’t be waiting long between turns.

Are snacks provided during the canyoning trip?

Yes. Snacks are included as part of your day out in the canyons.