Top Activities on the Ground in Canary Islands - page 2

This hiking tour is the perfect way to safely explore the remote areas of Anaga Rural Park without the worry of getting lost. After traveling to the start point in a private vehicle, set off with your guide on a hiking adventure that reveals the highlights of this protected natural landscape. See the ancient laurel forest, native flora and fauna, and stunning views of coastlines, ravines, and local villages.

In our excursions you will find the best way to travel the island by its most common routes as well as roads not so traveled. Enjoy the scenery and the weather while driving a state-of-the-art machine, something that is not possible every day. It is one of those ideal experiences to do on vacation. From the Lanzarote Safaris excursion center our land and road routes leave. Dunes, volcanic areas, typical areas of vines, mountains, tracks, villages, with views of the Risco de Famara and La Graciosa on one coast and Islote de Lobos and Fuerteventura on the other ... all that and more in our tour of 3 hours long. We pass through La Geria, where the wine cellars are, close to the national park of Timanfaya. From there the Buggy Tour on Maverick passes trough the red volcano on the shore where we will stop for coffee and photos. We go through the sand dunes, the village of Soo, and then we go back through Arrecife, Puerto del Carmen, and Puerto Calero

Excursion for guests staying in the metropolitan area or arriving on the island by cruise (*) Since we started the activity, in 2013, we offer an activity adapting it, as much as possible, to the requests of customers, in the route and in the price offered, giving time always to enjoy each moment in which we stop to explain what we have in front of us. The tour can be customized, according to the tastes of the clients, valuing this request apart from the initial price indicated. If you want to go up by cable car, or eat in a local restaurant, not for tourists, it will be valued apart from the established price. (*) If the reservation comes from cruise customers, and it is difficult to change to another date, another reservation may be joined, adapting the amount according to the final number of participants (not more than 3 independent reservations) Always maintaining a group of not more than 15 participants, thus maintaining the character of private route.

The ideal introduction for first-time visitors, this half-day, small-group cycling tour covers the highlights of Las Palmas in just a few hours. Listen to entertaining stories along the way as you bike through neighborhoods like historic Vegueta and colorful Triana. Get-down stops for drinks and snacks are included.

Escape the crowds on this breezy boat ride from Los Cristianos Harbor. Learn about local marine wildlife from expert guides while spotting bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales. Enjoy a respectful, no chase experience that prioritizes animal welfare and conservation

See south Gran Canaria and the striking sand dunes of Maspalomas with this evening e-bike tour. In a small group of just eight people, you’ll follow a guide around the island’s dramatic south coast, relying on the e-bike’s motor for help with any difficult terrain. Check out attractions like the Botanical Park of Maspalomas, and finish up with a soft drink and seaside views at Meloneras.

Discover the real landscapes of Gran Canaria, away from the tourist beaches, on this private canyoning experience. Adding a dose of adventure to your vacation, the activity is led by a professional instructor for an experience where safety and fun is guaranteed. Natural jumps, slides, and even a rappel activity make up the session, against a backdrop of mountains and waterfalls.

Guarantee your Jet Ski rental on Tenerife when you book in advance. Choose from a single-seater or a double-seater jet ski with a friend, and bounce over the Atlantic past cliffs and beaches. Opt for a quick ride that lasts around 20 minutes or relax with a longer experience that includes the option to do a bit of swimming.

This is a fully organized, all-in-one day adventure that combines scenic driving, a visit to the Enchanted Forest, and a longer guided hike through a remote, less-traveled part of the Anaga Mountains. Along the way, you’ll experience varied terrain — forest paths, mountain ridges, and short tunnel sections — in places that are often quiet and uncrowded. The tour is well suited for cruise guests visiting Tenerife, offering a rare opportunity to explore these landscapes within a single day. Pickup and transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan make the logistics easy, while the small-group format keeps the experience personal. A relaxed picnic break in nature and photos after the tour complete the day. Tour details Total experience: ~ 7 hours (including pickup, transport, breaks, and return) Hiking time: 3.5–4.5 hours Hiking distance: 7 km Elevation gain: 250 meters Terrain: uneven mountain trails, forest paths, and ridgelines Group size: small group format up to 8 persons

The Los Volcanes National Park is home to some of Lanzarote’s most dramatic scenery, including the Cerro Verde, Izalco, and Santa Ana volcanoes. On this half-day tour, enjoy a guided hike around the park’s volcanic landscapes and learn how the ancient craters , lava tunnels, and lava lakes were formed by eruptions in the 18th and 19th century.

Without local knowledge or a lot of research, it can sometimes be tricky to know the safest places to go hiking in Tenerife. Instead of traveling solo, enjoy a worry-free guided hiking tour that showcases the island’s spectacular scenery. Visit remote places that are off the usual tourist trail, and learn about local history, geology, and traditions as you walk. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

We are the only water park with these characteristics in Gran Canaria. The only one that concentrates so much fun in so little space. We are in the unique setting of Playa de Amadores, which is characterized by its calm waters all year round, its white sand and a wide range of restaurants and complementary services.

Our hiking excursions are an excellent opportunity for mountain lovers to get to know the island from a completely different perspective. During our trips, we will show you a different Gran Canaria, far from the crowds and tourist areas.

Change up your normal daily routine with this exciting coasteering adventure in Gran Canaria. Explore the coastline, getting familiar with both the ocean and mountains as you follow the meticulously-designed route that takes you through caves, beaches, and cliffs. Then, abseil down to the ocean, where you can snorkel, cliff jump, and traverse the coastline while playing in the waves.

With this small-group half-day canyoning adventure, you can see the beauty of La Orotava from a new vantage point. The day combines hikes along scenic forest tracks and rappelling down orange and yellow canyons with a guide to provide assistance and lead the way to ensure that you don’t get lost. Participants must wear hiking boots or trail running shoes; normal running or urban shoes are not allowed for safety.

Explore Gran Canaria’s unique volcanic topography during this half-day, small-group combo adventure excursion. See where the island’s indigenous populations mounted their last defense against the Spanish during a short hike, try out rock climbing with equipment provided, travel inside a natural cave made from flowing lava, and soar over the landscape on a zip line course.

Large whale-watching boats can feel crowded and impersonal. This small-group tour from south Tenerife limits numbers to just ten guests, offering a more intimate, eco-friendly way to see marine life. Join onboard biologists as you search for whales and dolphins, and listen to their calls through a hydrophone for a deeper understanding of the ocean around you. It’s a quieter, educational alternative to standard sightseeing cruises.

This scuba dive and snorkel excursion in Costa Adeje is designed especially for beginners without much, or any, diving experience. You’ll be trained by a PADI-qualified instructor, and dive down to a depth of no more than 40 feet (12 meters). The lesson will be followed by a snorkeling safari in the Canary Islands, where you can see all kinds of colorful fish and sea life.

The Atlantic waters of Tenerife’s Costa Adeje are home to five different species of dolphins, including bottlenose, striped, and common dolphins. On this tour, paddle around the beaches and bays on a sea kayak, enjoy spectacular ocean views, and have the chance to cruise among pods of wild dolphins in their natural environment.

Explore Tenerife's striking nature spots at a faster pace than a walking tour with this off-road quad biking experience. Ideal for friends or couples — the quad bikes can accommodate two people, so simply choose who's going to drive, then whizz off around Teide National Park. Along the way, see beautiful scenery, forests, and have time to stop and admire the views too.

Discover the magnificent landscapes that surround Tenerife’s Mt. Teide and the Masca Valley on an exhilarating full-day excursion. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Teide National Park on a voyage of natural discovery; gaze at sweeping volcanic panoramas and capture photographs of the island’s unique dragon tree. Ascend to Vilaflor, one of Spain’s highest villages, and enjoy leisurely time in Masca and Garachico, provincial villages cradled by rolling hills. Enjoy convenient round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off on this fascinating tour.

Take the guesswork out of spotting local marine life and let a guide take you on an adventure to a place where dolphins and turtles have been spotted before on this kayaking tour. Start at Los Cristianos beach and paddle towards the cliffs of Guaza with a break to admire the local scenery. The trip also includes time to go snorkeling with equipment included for extra convenience.

Splash into the clear, colorful waters of Gran Canaria on this introductory scuba diving experience. Learn essential scuba tools and techniques during a lesson in an outdoor pool, and then put your new knowledge into action with a dive at a Puerto Rico scuba site, with your professional instructor by your side. After swimming among volcanic formations and marine life, you’ll know whether PADI certification is right for you.

One of the best ways to explore the island of Gran Canaria is with an electric bike and this rental allows you to do just that without any hassle. Pick up your bike and get the rundown of how to use it along with a map of Maspalomas. Then, set off to explore various areas such as the Maspalomas dunes, Ayaguaures Dunes, and the fishing village of Arguineguin.