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The 15 Best Tours in Gran Canaria

22 tours  ·  from $19 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 tours in Gran Canaria worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Poema del Mar Skip-the-Line Ticket - La Jungla and the freshwater habitats
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Poema del Mar Skip-the-Line Ticket

1.Poema del Mar Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,856 reviews · 1 day · from $32Our pick

Spend a full day exploring Poema del Mar in the Canary Islands with a skip-the-line entry ticket. See 35 freshwater and marine ecosystems, a 400,000-liter coral reef cylinder, Amazon habitats, Canary species, and about 3,000 deep-sea specimens. The aquarium is wheelchair accessible and close to the cruise terminal, with no hotel transfer or food included.

“Such a stunning aquarium – an absolute must on Gran Canaria. Speechless!”

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Puerto de Mogán: Submarine Tour - Going below the surface without scuba gear
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Puerto de Mogán: Submarine Tour

2.Puerto de Mogán: Submarine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,792 reviews · 40 min · from $45

Board the Golden Shark at Puerto de Mogán for a 40-minute underwater trip to a depth of 25 metres. Large windows give you views of shipwrecks, fish, artificial reefs, and the seabed, while screens show the submarine’s descent and return. Headphones provide commentary in nine languages. Pickup may be available from selected southern resorts.

“Great deep dive on the yellow submarine, great value for money.”

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Maspalomas: Guided Camel Ride in the Maspalomas Sand Dunes - What happens from arrival to mounting
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Maspalomas: Guided Camel Ride in the Maspalomas Sand Dunes

3.Maspalomas: Guided Camel Ride in the Maspalomas Sand Dunes

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,690 reviews · from $21

Ride through the Maspalomas dunes in a padded 2-seater saddle with Saharawi guides speaking Spanish, English, and German. The gentle camels, including Raul and Santiago, follow a calm 30-minute route from the Charca Maspalomas area. Bring water, sunscreen, and a scarf for wind. The ride ends where it starts.

“Perfect short ride through the dunes. Easy to find, just follow the spot on Google Maps and walk up the street along the dunes”

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Guided tour of the Banana World - Walking through the banana plantation
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Guided tour of the Banana World

4.Guided tour of the Banana World

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,431 reviews · 50 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $18Best value

Walk through a working banana farm near Arucas, learn how Canarian bananas are grown, visit a restored 1804 house, and sample banana wines, jams, sauces, and snacks. English-speaking guides such as John, Dani, Maria, and Ismael lead the visit. The tour lasts about 50 minutes to an hour.

“I enjoyed the banana tour! It was short and sweet. I learned a lot about bananas that I never knew. The guide was great and really knowledgeable. I loved all the different samplings of jams, bananas, and the banana drinks. My only complaint would be that it mentioned meeting at a meeting point. I was there 20 minutes early and no one was there. I ended up walking down to the entrance area instead and almost missed my tour. So go right to the entrance area and do not wait at the meeting point they provide.”

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From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise - From your resort to Puerto Rico
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From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise

5.From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,520 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $47

Sail from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria aboard Spirit of the Sea, a 97-passenger catamaran with a glass-bottom viewing area. A multilingual crew helps you identify dolphins, whales, turtles, and other sea life along the southwest coast. Hotel-area pickup is available from southern resorts, and a free return trip is offered if no cetaceans are spotted.

“We were picked up in a clean air conditioned bus and transported straight to the port. Once in the bud the guides we’re friendly and spoke it all various languages to ensure everyone was included. There were alot of people experiencing sea sickness but the crew were well prepared for this and frequently checked on people who were feeling unwell. We saw lots of dolphins and my 5 year old thoroughly enjoyed her experience too! The coach was there when we got off the boat too ready to collect us and kindly waited for my daughter to use the toilets near by. Great value for money and it being 2.5…”

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Gran Canaria: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise - Searching between Maspalomas and Veneguera
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Gran Canaria: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

6.Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,855 reviews · from $40

Cruise from Puerto Rico with Líneas Salmón for 2.5 hours in search of dolphins and whales. Guides speak Spanish, English, and German, and Mario is often part of the crew. You may also see flying fish, turtles, shearwaters, or whales. Drinks are sold aboard, but sightings are never guaranteed.

“Amazing trip. Seen so many dolpins and would highly recommend this excursion. Mario the guide was exceptional and really friendly. Loved every minute of the dolpin watching experience.”

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Gran Canaria Guided Buggy Tour - Driving the mountain roads above Gran Canaria
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Gran Canaria Guided Buggy Tour

7.Gran Canaria Guided Buggy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,743 reviews · from $85

Drive a two-seater buggy through Gran Canaria’s Ayagaures Valley, past reservoirs, canyons, villages, and mountain viewpoints. The two-hour route mixes paved mountain roads with dusty off-road sections. Guides including Speedy, Eloy, and Lucian keep the pace safe and lively, with stops to change drivers and take photos.

“Loved every minute. The guides were fun and friendly and the buggy driving was amazing. I want to do it again”

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El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options - What the route feels like on horseback
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El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options

8.El Salobre: Horse Riding Adventure with Transfer Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,609 reviews · from $75

Ride for one or two hours through El Salobre’s rocky mountain trails with calm horses, safety gear, and Spanish, English, or German-speaking guides. You’ll see tropical plantations, Maspalomas dunes, and the beach from above. Beginners are welcome, and hotel pickup is available for selected resorts.

“Very cool experience with great guides and animals. The horses were easy to ride and the ride was even longer than expected with great views.”

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Maspalomas: Palmitos Park Ticket with Dolphin and Bird Shows - Arriving from Maspalomas and getting your bearings
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Maspalomas: Palmitos Park Ticket with Dolphin and Bird Shows

9.Maspalomas: Palmitos Park Ticket with Dolphin and Bird Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,507 reviews · 1 day · from $44

Spend a full day at Palmitos Park, 10 kilometers from Maspalomas Lighthouse, with entry to the dolphinarium, aquarium, butterfly house, botanical gardens, reptile areas, primate island, and four live shows. You can explore at your own pace, but expect steep uphill paths, costly food and drinks, and a final entry time of 5:00 PM.

“The entrance fee is very realistic as to see birds of praise in a natural habitat an so expertly handled is a delight. Also the dolphin show is just incredible they seem to love performing and the rewards they get(fish) are constant . This is only a very minor part of the park . I have been many times and will go many more hopefully. Thankyou.”

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Maspalomas: Aqualand Maspalomas Water Park Entry Ticket - The Anaconda and the bigger rides
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Maspalomas: Aqualand Maspalomas Water Park Entry Ticket

10.Maspalomas: Aqualand Maspalomas Water Park Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,311 reviews · 1 day · from $46

Spend a full day at Aqualand Maspalomas, Gran Canaria’s large family water park, with entry to more than 40 slides, the Anaconda, race slides, Children’s Paradise, wave pools, gardens, and Polynesia Park. Sea lion encounters, lockers, loungers, food, and fast passes cost extra. Weekdays and early arrival usually mean shorter queues.

“The slides and park were fantastic, food and snacks were a little on the expensive side.”

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South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour - The Salobre to Lake Chira drive
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South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour

11.South Gran Canaria: Off-Road Valleys & Villages Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,200 reviews · 5 hours · from $74

Ride an air-conditioned jeep from the south of Gran Canaria into the island’s mountain interior. You’ll travel from Salobre toward Lake Chira, pause in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, pass the Valley of the Thousand Palms and Fataga, and stop at high viewpoints. Guides including Juan, Luis, Paco, Karolis, and Eduardo have led departures in several languages.

“Very well organised.. Great stops and good information great lunch stop it was extra 15 euro but worth it..”

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Gran Canaria: Camel Ride Safari w/ Optional Food & Transport - The one-hour camel ride
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Gran Canaria: Camel Ride Safari w/ Optional Food & Transport

12.Camel Ride Safari w/ Optional Food & Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,167 reviews · 3 hours · from $50

Spend about three hours at Camel Safari Park La Baranda in Fataga’s Valley of the Thousand Palms. You’ll ride a camel for one hour, tour tropical gardens, feed farm animals, and visit the camels. Add tapas and drinks, plus hotel pickup from selected resorts, for an easy half-day outing.

“Fabulous experience, very enjoyable. friendly staff and stunning scenery. Highly recommend”

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The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience - Cruz de Tejeda brings in food and mountain culture
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The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

13.The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,120 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend a full day exploring Gran Canaria’s volcanic interior with guides such as Víctor, Daylos, Celeste, and Angélica. Visit Bandama, Cruz de Tejeda, and Roque Nublo, taste Canarian food, hike a rocky 3.5-kilometer trail, and finish with sunset views from Pico de Las Nieves and a shot of honey rum.

“After the Red Canyon tour this was our 2nd tour with Climbo. Again we were a small group of 8 persons travelling in a minibus. Our tour guide of the day was Daylos. He's quite energetic and a vibrant person. He told us a lot about the history and the life on the island. We never felt bored. The spots we visited were beautiful and the hike was amazing with a lot of photo moments. Daylos definitely knew the right spots to get the best shots. We even got lucky to see the Teide on Tenerife. And later on, while we were catching a good spot to enjoy the sunset,…”

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Gran Canaria: Fun Catamaran Cruise with Food and Drinks - Puerto Rico safety briefing and boarding
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Gran Canaria: Fun Catamaran Cruise with Food and Drinks

14.Fun Catamaran Cruise with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,019 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $88

Spend 4.5 hours aboard Afrikat from Puerto Rico, cruising Gran Canaria’s southwest coast with Potter, Nikita, and the crew. Swim and snorkel in a clear bay, enjoy a chicken wrap and pasta salad, and order unlimited beer, sangria, soft drinks, juice, coffee, and water. Jet skis, parasailing, donut rides, and a speedboat trip cost extra.

“this team is brilliant so welcoming not over crowded on the boat”

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Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Stop 1: Santa Catalina and the port district
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Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

15.Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 888 reviews · 1 day · from $29

See Las Palmas from an open-top double-decker bus on an 11-stop route linking Santa Catalina, Las Canteras, Vegueta, Pueblo Canario, and the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium. Your ticket includes multilingual audio commentary, and longer options add a walking tour, museums, boat ride, tapas, and other local discounts.

“some of the landmarks we passed weren't explained on the guide”

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