Canyoning with Waterfalls in Gran Canaria: Small Groups

Walk into the forest, climb the canyon walls, abseil past waterfalls, slide down natural chutes

Canyoning in Gran Canaria is a 4-hour activity combining trekking, climbing and abseiling through hidden ravines and Laurisilva forests, led by a certified mountain guide in small groups of up to 8 people. You'll wear a wetsuit, helmet and harness, descend past waterfalls and natural slides, and access parts of the island most visitors never see. The activity includes an air-conditioned vehicle pickup, all equipment, guide-taken photos and activity insurance; a 2 km approach trek with steep slopes and sturdy shoes is required, and minimum age is 12.

The Experience

Canyoning means descending a ravine by following the water, mixing walking, jumping, climbing and abseiling into one continuous movement through the canyon. You'll start with a 45-minute hilly trek into the wild, then a 2 km walk with steep slopes to reach the canyon entrance—this is where the fitness requirement matters, and waterproof hiking shoes are non-negotiable. Once inside, the guide leads you through a 15-minute descent, then the main canyoning section where you'll abseil past waterfalls, navigate natural slides and climb rock faces, all while tethered to safety equipment (harness, carabiner, helmet) and wearing a wetsuit.

The guide is a certified mountain professional (AEGM/UIMLA recognized) who speaks English or Spanish and stays with your group the entire time—ratio is one guide per four people maximum. They handle the technical setup, call the moves and take photos as you work through the canyon. Weather can shift the route or timing, and the guide has the final say on what's safe that day. The whole experience runs 4 to 5 hours depending on conditions and group pace.

You'll need to bring sport clothes, a swimsuit (wear it under your clothes), a towel, dry clothes for after, sunscreen, light food and at least 1.5 liters of water. Layered clothing works best since temperature changes as you move through the forest and into the water. The pickup is air-conditioned and includes transport to and from the site; if motion sickness is a concern on winding roads, bring medication. There are no restrooms at the canyon itself, so use facilities before you leave the pickup point.

What’s included

• Certified mountain guide (English or Spanish).
• all canyoning equipment (wetsuit, helmet, harness, carabiner, descender).
• activity insurance.
• air-conditioned vehicle pickup and return.
• guide-taken photos of the activity.

Good to know

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Top questions

What exactly is canyoning and what do I do during the activity?

Canyoning is descending a canyon by following the water course, combining walking, jumping, climbing and abseiling. During this activity in Gran Canaria, you'll trek into Laurisilva forest, then descend into the ravine, abseil past waterfalls, navigate natural water slides and climb rock faces, all with a certified guide controlling your safety equipment.

How fit do I need to be to do this canyoning tour?

You need at least moderate physical fitness. The approach includes a 2 km walk with steep slopes and a 15-minute descent over rugged terrain on the way in, plus a 30-minute ascent on the way out—all in sturdy waterproof hiking shoes. The canyoning itself is safer than the approach, but you're moving through water and climbing for 4 to 5 hours total.

What equipment do I get and what do I bring myself?

The activity provides wetsuit, helmet, harness, carabiner and safety eight (descender); activity insurance; and guide-taken photos. You bring sport clothes, swimsuit, towel, dry clothes, sunscreen, light food and at least 1.5 liters of water; closed waterproof hiking shoes are essential for the trek.

How many people will be in my group?

Groups are limited to 8 people maximum, with one certified guide per four participants, so you get an intimate experience with other adventurers rather than a large tour crowd.

What's the minimum age and can children do this?

Minimum age is 12 years old. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and a maximum of 4 child spots are available per tour; any transport adaptations must be requested 2 days in advance.

Can I do this if I'm afraid of heights or have a recent injury?

Canyoning involves abseiling and climbing, so it's not recommended for travelers with a fear of heights, recent injuries, spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or mobility impairments. The guide will assess your comfort level on the day, but these limitations should factor into your decision before booking.