Things to do in Gran Canaria
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Gran Canaria: Dolphin Search Boat Tour & LunchYou board the Keeper Uno at Puerto de Mogán for a four-hour dolphin search along Gran Canaria's southwest coast, with lunch and drinks included on board. The modern yacht keeps groups small and comfortable, and stops at hidden beaches and dramatic cliffs whether or not dolphins appear. Water activities are available if you want them. You return to port by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full morning on the water without arranging your own boat, restaurant, or drinks—the fixed schedule and all-inclusive format mean you show up and the rest is handled.
Roque Nublo Hiking Tour: Gran Canaria Small Group Local GuidesA small-group hiking tour to Roque Nublo in Gran Canaria led by two local guides, limited to 6 passengers, with transport, a picnic and access to the protected landmark that now requires authorized guides. You'll walk 3 km through the volcanic centre, climb about 300 m to reach the rock at 1,800 m elevation, and visit the traditional village of Maspalomas, learning Canarian history and culture along the way.Is it for me?Book this if you need an authorized guide to access Roque Nublo—it's the only way to visit since parking closed and independent access is no longer permitted.
Gran Canaria: 7 Highlights Small Group Tour with Tapas PicnicYou’ll feel Gran Canaria under your feet: black volcanic sand on your toes, pine forest breezes during a tapas picnic, and wide-open mountain views near Roque Nublo—without any tough hiking. With a local guide handling all the details (pickup included), you’ll spend more time soaking up real island life than worrying about logistics.
Gran Canaria Peaks: Bandama Caldera & Roque Nublo Day TourYou’ll feel volcanic earth underfoot at Bandama Caldera, taste farm cheese at San Mateo’s Saturday market, and watch clouds drift past Roque Nublo’s lookout. With a local guide leading small groups from Las Palmas, expect laughter, honest flavors, and time to wander Teror’s quiet streets — all without rushing or hiking boots.
Gran Canaria: Surf Course Playa del Inglés & PickupYou’ll start your day meeting fellow surfers in Playa del Inglés before heading out to whichever Gran Canaria beach has the best waves that morning. Learn safety basics on the sand, then spend two hours catching waves with patient instructors who actually care if you stand up or not. Includes all gear, snacks, hotel pickup in the south area—and plenty of laughs along the way.
Gran Canaria: Fataga Buggy Tour with Hotel PickupYou’ll drive your own buggy through Gran Canaria’s Fataga region with a local guide—starting on winding roads before hitting off-road tracks through palms and bamboo. Expect photo stops at Ayagaures viewpoint and plenty of laughs along dusty trails. Includes hotel pickup and all safety gear so you can focus on having fun (and maybe getting muddy).
Gran Canaria: Snorkeling Safari with Pickup & Pro GearYou’ll join a small group for a relaxed snorkeling safari in Gran Canaria—with hotel pickup included—guided by friendly PADI instructors who know every cove. Expect pro gear (wetsuit too), clear waters at Amadores Bay or Puerto de Mogán, and plenty of laughs as you spot local fish together. That first quiet moment underwater is something you’ll remember.
Maspalomas Dunes photoshoot at sunset: 100+ images includedA private photoshoot in the Maspalomas Dunes at sunset, with hotel or villa pickup included and an air-conditioned vehicle. You walk through the natural reserve during the best light, and receive approximately 100+ edited images a few days after the session. Children, babies and pets are welcome; wheelchair access can be arranged with advance notice.Is it for me?The walk through the dunes is unhurried and the pace suits all fitness levels, so this works whether you're moving easily or taking it slow — the photographer adapts to how you want to move through the reserve.
Via Ferrata Gran Canaria: Learn to climb with expert guidesA via ferrata climbing workshop in Gran Canaria designed for first-time climbers, where a professional guide teaches you the skills and supervises your ascent on an iron-step route adapted to all levels. You meet at a mountain base, hike 30 minutes through desert landscape, learn climbing technique, then climb under guidance before relaxing on the secret beach at Bahia Feliz. Available in morning or sunset departures; four hours total, includes harness, helmet, kit, snacks and insurance.Is it for me?The climbing itself takes real effort and steady focus for the full route, so come ready to work your arms and legs and to concentrate on foothold and handholds for a couple of hours. The guide handles the safety and teaches the technique, but you're the one doing the climbing — if you want to watch someone else climb instead, this isn't the right choice.
PADI Open Water Course Gran Canaria: Certification in 3 DaysThe PADI Open Water Course in Gran Canaria is a three-day scuba certification class combining pool training with four open water dives from a local beach in a sheltered setting. The course runs daily from approximately 8:30am to 2pm, includes hotel pickup at selected hotels, and ends with an internationally recognized PADI certification card. A guide leads instruction in English, Spanish, Russian or Ukrainian; participants must be at least 10 years old and in moderate physical fitness.Is it for me?Choose this course if you want to earn a recognized scuba certification in a short timeframe without traveling far from your accommodation—the three-day schedule and included hotel pickup mean you can fit diving training into a week-long trip without losing days to travel or planning.
Canarian wine tasting at family winery on Bandama slopes, Gran CanariaA two-hour class at a family-run winery on Gran Canaria's Bandama slopes where you walk the vineyard, learn how local grapes become wine in the cellar, and taste a glass paired with traditional Canarian delicacies in the restaurant. The experience is led in English or Spanish and includes free parking; transportation to the winery is arranged separately.Is it for me?The walk through the vineyard is the heart of the experience, so you'll be on your feet on volcanic slopes for part of the two hours. If you want to taste wine in a restaurant setting without much walking, this one centers the vineyard itself—that's where the learning happens.
Gran Canaria: Beginner Scuba Dive with Hotel PickupYou’ll learn to scuba dive with patient guidance from a local instructor in Gran Canaria, starting right from hotel pickup. Feel the thrill of breathing underwater as colorful fish glide past and sting rays hide in sandy patches below. It’s a half-day adventure that leaves you both tired and oddly peaceful by the time you’re dropped off again.
Gran Canaria Coast: Ryker Motorcycle Tour Maspalomas to TauroYou’ll hop onto a Can-Am Ryker in Maspalomas with a local guide leading you along Gran Canaria’s wild southwest coast via GC-200. Feel sea air on your face as you cruise past fishing villages, pause for sunset views above Amadores Beach, and stop for drinks in Tauro before heading back — all with helmets, fuel, and legal insurance sorted for you.
Puerto de Mogán boat cruise with Canarian wine pairingA 3-hour boat cruise and wine tasting in Puerto de Mogán, Gran Canaria, where you sail the south coast past Taurito caves and local beaches, then return to the dock for a seated 3-course Canarian menu paired with rosé, aged white and semi-sweet Listán wine. The experience is hosted by Marta and Ruben, who own the boat; guides speak English and Spanish. Suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The guides speak English and Spanish, so you can follow the wine pairings and the coast commentary in whichever language you prefer. If you want to taste local Canarian wines but prefer not to stand or move around a boat, the tasting happens seated and steady at the dock after the cruise.
Afternoon Catamaran Sailing Gran Canaria: Two Swim StopsAn afternoon catamaran trip along Gran Canaria's southwest coast with two swim stops, snorkeling equipment, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards included. The boat departs Puerto Rico harbour at 15:30 and carries only a limited number of passengers, so you get your choice of shade, sun, seating or deck space to lie down. A live guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German, and drinks plus snacks are provided throughout the 4–5 hour sail.Is it for me?The afternoon departure and small-group setup suit anyone who wants to sail and swim without an early start or a crowded boat—you pick your spot on deck and the water time is yours to spend snorkeling, paddling or floating.
Sunset Hike and Stargazing at Roque Nublo: Learn the Night SkyA 3-hour sunset hike and stargazing tour in Gran Canaria's Tejeda mountains with a local English-speaking guide, meeting at Ventana del Nublo to watch the sunset over Roque Nublo and Teide, then identify constellations and planets as darkness falls. The guide teaches basic astronomy and island geology during the hike; snacks and hot drinks are served while stargazing, and you learn to interpret the sky with your own eyes instead of optical equipment.Is it for me?You have your own car and can reach a mountain meeting point—the guide leads the hike and teaches you to read the stars, so you're learning a skill rather than just watching the sky, and you'll use it on clear nights for years after the tour ends.
Maspalomas Aerial Yoga Class with Local InstructorGet ready to try aerial yoga in Maspalomas with a welcoming local instructor and small group vibes. You’ll stretch, swing, maybe laugh at yourself (I did), and unwind wrapped in your own hammock cocoon — an experience you’ll remember long after you leave Gran Canaria.
Via Ferrata and Zip Line in Gran Canaria: 70-Meter ClimbA half-day via ferrata and zip line activity in Gran Canaria where you climb a 70-meter wall using metal staples, chains, steps and cable bridges, equipped with helmet, harness and anchor lines secured to a steel cable at all times. The route covers 300 meters of vertical climbing with different challenge levels built in. After reaching the top, you zip line down and walk back to the parking lot. A live guide in English or Spanish leads groups of no more than twelve; the activity includes all climbing gear, accident insurance, photos, and a fruit picnic with water and snacks.Is it for me?The climb demands a moderate level of physical fitness and a steady head for heights—you're on a 70-meter wall the whole time, though the steel cable and metal handholds keep you secure. This is the entry point into vertical climbing, not a technical mountaineering expedition, so if you want to try climbing without years of training, this is built for that.
Gran Canaria: Guided City, Garden & Crater Tour with PickupYou’ll walk volcanic rims at Bandama Crater, breathe in lush scents at Spain’s largest botanical garden, and explore Las Palmas’ historic Vegueta quarter with a local guide. Includes hotel pickup and free time by Las Canteras beach — moments you’ll remember long after you’ve left Gran Canaria.
Snorkeling in Gran Canaria: 4-Hour Catamaran SailA 4-hour catamaran snorkeling trip in Gran Canaria departs from Puerto Rico and sails to the isolated beaches of Veneguera or Tiritaña, where you snorkel, swim and relax on deck. The boat carries lunch, beer, cava and soft drinks; snorkeling gear is provided; a live guide speaks English and Spanish. Arrive 15 minutes early; the crew stays on hand throughout.Is it for me?You're snorkeling from a boat rather than swimming independently, and the crew handles the gear and the meal, so this suits anyone who wants to be in the water without managing logistics—families with children, older travelers, or anyone who'd rather float on deck between swims than navigate a beach entry.
