Gran Canaria: Climbing, Via Ferrata, Zipline & Cave Adventure

Summary

Gran Canaria multi-adventure day with climbing via ferrata cave and zipline in volcanic landscapes

You’ll hike through Gran Canaria’s wild canyons with a local guide, try beginner-friendly rock climbing and via ferrata routes, explore a volcanic cave by headlamp, then finish by zipping 50 meters above rugged cliffs. Expect laughter, new skills (even if your hands shake), and views that stick with you long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

We met our guide, Dani, just off the main road — he had this way of making everyone relax right away (maybe it was the way he joked about his “climbing shoes” looking like old slippers). The hike started easy enough: dusty paths winding through scrubby bushes and these weirdly silent cliffs. Dani pointed out where the island’s aboriginal people once held their last stand; I tried to imagine that kind of courage while my boots crunched over loose stones. There was a warm breeze that smelled faintly of wild herbs — or maybe just my nerves.

I’d never done real rock climbing before Gran Canaria, so when it was my turn to scramble up the wall, my palms were sweaty inside the harness gloves. Dani showed me how to find footholds (“trust your feet more than your arms!”), and I actually made it higher than I thought I would. At the top, you could see all the way down the valley — not postcard-perfect but raw and huge. We moved on to the via ferrata section; metal rungs hammered into the cliffside, cool under my fingers. It felt safe but still gave me that little jolt in my stomach every time I looked down.

After all that adrenaline, ducking into the cave was like stepping into another world — cool air and sudden quiet. The volcanic tube was rough under my hands and smelled a bit damp (not unpleasant though). Dani explained some geology stuff I half-remember now — something about lava flows shaping this whole place. We laughed when someone’s headlamp flickered out for a second; honestly, being underground made me feel oddly calm. The last thing we did was the zipline: 50 meters across open space, wind in my face and nothing but sky for a few seconds. Not sure if I yelled or just grinned like an idiot.

I keep thinking about how strange it felt to do so many things in one day — hiking, climbing, caving, flying (kind of). My muscles were tired but in that good way where you know you’ll sleep well later. If you’re even a little curious about adventure tours in Gran Canaria, this one’s got enough surprises to make you forget you’re following a route at all.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Multi-adventure circuit in Gran Canaria

• Hike 10 minutes to historic site
• Start rock climbing at various levels
• Continue with via ferrata using alpine techniques
• Relax inside natural volcanic cave
• Initiation to speleology in cave
• Finish with 50-meter zipline flight

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Gran Canaria adventure tour?

Pickup is included only for Premium bookings; otherwise you'll meet at the starting point.

How difficult is the climbing and via ferrata on this tour?

The activities are beginner-friendly with several levels of difficulty available.

What should I bring for the Gran Canaria multi-adventure circuit?

Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes; all technical gear like harnesses and helmets is provided.

Are snacks provided during the tour?

Yes, snacks are included as part of your day trip experience.

Is this adventure suitable for people with health issues?

This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular conditions.

How long is the zipline on this Gran Canaria adventure?

The zipline at the end of the route is 50 meters long.

Will there be photos taken during the activities?

Yes, pictures are included so you can relive your adventure later.

Can I reach the starting point by public transportation?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby if you don’t have pickup.

What’s included

Your day includes all safety gear (harnesses and helmets), snacks along the route to keep your energy up, photos snapped by your guide so you don’t have to worry about your phone slipping off a cliff (it happens), plus optional hotel pickup if you book Premium—otherwise it's an easy meet-up near public transport lines.