Top Gran Canaria Fun & Games

Unlock access to the bouncing inflatables and water-based playground of the Amadores Fun Park—and take a break from sunbathing—at Gran Canaria’s Playa de Amadores beach, with this 45 minute ticket to the attraction. Swim up to the entrance, navigate floating obstacle courses, and slip, slide, and bounce through different interactive activities.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Museo Canario, Ermita de San Antonio Abad, Gabinete Literario and Casa de Colón. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

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.

Explore the dunes of Maspalomas the traditional way on this 30-minute camel-riding adventure in Gran Canaria. Climb into the saddle and head deep into the Gran Canarian countryside on camelback with a guide. Along the way, enjoy the sensation of riding on the back of these gentle giants. Admire sweeping views over the rolling sand dunes, rocky ridges and rugged landscapes for which Gran Canaria is famous.

Look for whales and dolphins off Gran Canaria on a marine-sightseeing cruise from Puerto Rico. Board a comfortable boat and sail into the Atlantic to spot dolphins, pilot, and minke whales, and more. Watch from the deck or through underwater windows, enjoy unlimited sodas, and purchase snacks and alcoholic drinks (own expense). Choose from different departure times, and upgrade to enjoy a longer cruise with a swim stop, and for convenient round-trip transfers from selected resorts.

Solve a self-guided pirate adventure on a walk through Las Palmas's historic Old Town. You find a treasure map hidden under a tile in Plaza de las Ranas. It belongs to Ali the Canary, the most famous 17th-century corsair from this island, and his ghost wants you to follow it. Use Questo app on your phone to follow Ali's map across 10 real locations in Vegueta and Triana: the frog fountain, Pérez Galdós Theatre, Mercado de Vegueta, Casa de Colón, Santa Ana Cathedral, and the City Hall. Solve riddles, decode clues, and uncover the pirate's final secret. Every chapter features audio narration. The pirate's ghost tells you the story as the adventure unfolds, while real Canarian history is woven into every stop. Start anytime, pause whenever, and pick up where you left off. Available in English and Spanish. Family friendly, great for couples, and perfect for cruise passengers, beach-day-trippers, or anyone exploring Las Palmas with a story.

Learn about the wines of Gran Canaria during an intimate, private tour of Bodega Los Lirios, ideal for return visitors, wine lovers, and more. Listen as your guide Yurena talks you through the production process, before taking you around the property, and providing samples of red wine, cheese, and bread, while you enjoy views of the Bandama Volcano.

Gran Canaria's Atlantic location makes it one of the best places in Europe to spot whales and dolphins. Observe these magical creatures in style on this modern yacht, with water sports available on board and stops at picturesque beaches and cliffs. The maximum number of people is eight travelers, ensuring an intimate and luxurious day. In addition, lunch and soft drinks are included.

Experience Gran Canaria like a local with this fully customizable tour of the island. You'll skip the touristy spots and instead make your way out to the heart of the island to see beautiful natural areas, magnificent viewpoints, and traditional villages, with a stop for a homemade picnic lunch along the way.