Gran Canaria is a miniature continent: from the summit of Roque Nublo to the Atlantic in under an hour. Gran Canaria outdoor activities take you hiking through pine forests, dolphin-watching off the south coast or driving a buggy through arid canyons. Sea and mountain on the same island.
Rock climbing in Gran Canaria is an outdoor lesson on natural rock, suitable whether you have never climbed before or already know your way up a wall. You don't need any prior experience: your guide teaches the technique as you go. The session lasts...
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The Private Bike Tour in Gran Canaria follows safe paths across the island's volcanic landscape, suitable for both beginners and experienced cyclists. If you enjoy cycling and want a sporting activity on your holiday, this mountain bike route fits the bill. It lasts around...
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Via Ferrata for Beginners mixes hiking and climbing: you work your way up the mountain always clipped to a lifeline, so no previous experience is needed. At Climbo we guide you along the whole route. It suits anyone who fancies getting moving and trying...
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The Red Canyon Tour in Gran Canaria takes you to the reddish cliffs of the Tirajana Volcanic Caldera, a landscape tied to the history of the ancient Canarii people. Along the way you stop at Santa Lucía de Tirajana, a palm oasis, and visit...
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The Volcano Heart Tour crosses inland Gran Canaria, from the Caldera de Bandama up to Pico de Las Nieves, the island's highest point. Along the way you take in volcanic landscapes and rock formations such as Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga. There is time...
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The Rainforest Tour: a day out through inland Gran Canaria for anyone who likes walking and learning the stories of the ancient Doramas Forest. You stop for a bite at an ecological estate, in the shade of the fruit trees, where you taste local...
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Experience the thrill of Canyoning in Rainforest in Gran Canaria! Canyoning Experience in Gran Canaria is an exhilarating activity within the realm of adventure sports, perfect for enjoying with a group or family, suitable for both adults and children. Gran Canaria’s stunning nature offers...
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The island changes a lot over a short distance, and the best Gran Canaria outdoor activities make the most of it: there is something from the summit to the coast, at every pace.
Walk through the island’s best-known landscapes:
Gran Canaria’s coastline has plenty to offer:
For anyone after something more active:
From hiking to Roque Nublo to a buggy run through a canyon or a trip out with dolphins, Gran Canaria outdoor activities show you every side of this miniature continent.
Compare these options by route style, duration, departure point and the kind of traveller they suit best before deciding which experience fits your trip.
Hiking to the Roque Nublo, dolphin-watching boat trips from Puerto Rico, buggy and quad safaris in the south, canyoning in the ravines, kayaking at Mogán and via ferratas.
All year round: temperatures stay between 20 and 26 degrees. From June to September it pays to head up into the highlands or set off early to avoid the heat in the south.
Not for the waymarked trails, but for canyoning, via ferratas and coasteering you do: they involve technical kit and a guide is always included.
Yes: kayaking in calm water, the first stretch of the Roque Nublo path, dolphin trips and jeep routes all work with children.
From the south (Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, Puerto Rico) and from Las Palmas. Almost every activity includes hotel pick-up.
It is 8 to 10 degrees colder up top and cloud is common; the south coast stays sunny almost all the time. Half an hour by car takes you from one to the other: dress in layers.
