GRAN CANARIA
Gran Canaria’s best days out.
The 15 most popular things to do in Gran Canaria. Catamaran cruises and dolphin safaris, the Maspalomas dunes, buggy runs through the badlands and the pine road up to Roque Nublo, all in one place.
Catamaran dolphin watch cruise off Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria with a swim and snorkeling stop, glass panels, and included soft drinks.
Most Popular“Very impressed with how many languages the guide could speak fluently and also the efforts and hard work of the crew and knowledge about the ocean and wildlife”
Poema del Mar skip-the-line ticket on Gran Canaria: 35 ecosystems, the huge curved window, Deep Sea, and a 400,000L cylinder.
Golden Shark submarine in Puerto de Mogán: 25 m max depth, shipwrecks, 9-language audio guide, ~40 min ride. From $45.
“it was a brilliant trip. The kids loved it! Just wish it had been longer!!”
Ride gentle camels through Maspalomas sand dunes on a 30-minute guided trip with 2-seater saddles, insurance included, from $21.
“Lovely ride on the cammels, you can tell these cammels are well looked after compared to other tour places.”
Tour a real Gran Canaria banana farm in Trasmontaña, then taste banana wine and jam in a restored 1804 house.
“I can’t believe how much I didn’t know about bananas! :) The tour guide was friendly and entertaining. Highly recommend. P.S. the banana jam is absolutely delicious!”
Gran Canaria banana tour at Hacienda La ReKompensa with Atlantic views, 13 banana types, and tastings of jams, wines, and juices.
A guided 2.5-hour dolphin cruise from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria on Spirit of the Sea with species spotting help and a return voucher.
“This was AMAZING! I would give this 5/5 stars easily, for the cost of the trip it was such great value for the money, the staff were so kind and attentive and really put so much effort into making sure we could see the dolphins! 🏝️🐬”
A 2.5-hour dolphin and whale watching cruise from Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, with live multilingual guides and a cash bar.
“Our sons had organised this activity for our wedding Anniversary and it was a fantastic day from start to finish! Would highly recommend to others. Seeing the dolphins was a phenomenal experience”
Ride Gran Canaria’s south by buggy: Ayagaures Valley viewpoints, reservoir views, canyon roads, and fun guides with safety-first energy.
“Loved every minute. The guides were fun and friendly and the buggy driving was amazing. I want to do it again”
Cross Gran Canaria in a day by bus: Arucas, Firgas, Fataga Canyon and Tejeda viewpoints over Roque Nublo and El Teide, plus aloe farm.
“Tim was a great tour guide n kept everyone informed on areas n stops Longer could be spent in towns we stopped in”
Ride Gran Canaria’s volcanic trails with gentle horses, safety gear, and optional hotel transfers, ending with views over Maspalomas dunes.
“We had a great time with El Salobre stables. Horses are beautiful and very well looked after. People with more experience had a chance to trot or galop through rocky mountains and enjoy beautiful panoramic views. We highly recommend this place.”
Palmitos Park near Maspalomas brings dolphin, parrot, and bird-of-prey shows plus reptiles, gardens, and animals from five continents.
“Absolutely loved this day out it was amazing experience!”
Aqualand Maspalomas delivers big family water-slide fun in Gran Canaria, with 40+ slides, a kids zone, and optional sea lion add-ons.
“Entry was quick, had to pay 5 euros to hire a sunbed. Short queues, lots of slides to choose from. Food expensive but you get a lot for your money and it was good quality.We had a great day and would definitely go again. Kids loved it!”
Visit Cocodrilo Park Zoo in Agüimes, Gran Canaria. See 500+ rescued animals, Europe’s biggest alligator exhibit, plus shows and feeding.
“the interaction with the animals and the fact the staff spoke English so we could understand the intetesting facts they were telling us. the fearless crocodile feeders were out of this world”
South Gran Canaria jeep safari with Roque Nublo views, Lake Chira, Thousand Palms valley, Fataga, and Mirador stops, with pickup included.
“A really interesting, scenic and exciting tour of the mountainous area north of Maspolomas. Not to be undertaken by those who dislike heights, as some of the 'roads' travelled are frankly scary! Heartedly recommended to adventurous travellers.”
From the southern resorts to the cumbre peaks, and every way to spend the day in between.
