Top Things to do in Gran Canaria
10 Private Tours in Gran Canaria That You Shouldn't Miss
Welcoming, tolerant Gran Canaria offers a little something for everyone. Families flock to the water parks and beaches of Puerto Rico. Those seeking peaceful escape scamper to Mogan's quiet fishing villages. Gay visitors crowd the bars, restaurants and beaches of Playa del Ingles. Urban attractions are on offer in Las Palmas. Three highways open up the island for those with a rental car or a bus schedule. Prime sites to visit include Iglesia de San Juan Bautista de Arucas and Palmalitos zoo park.
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1. Private Full-Day Volcano Hiking and Winery Tour in Las Palmas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Travel like a local! This is the perfect excursion if you want to go beyond the mere touristic villages and learn more about Gran Canaria and its inhabitants. You don't happen everyday to hike on the rim of a volcano crater or dive deep into the heart of it, do you? The view of the landscapes that surround the volcano will take your breath away, and dive deep into the heart of the crater will make you feel like in another dimension. The gastronomy is the direct consequence of a territory and its colture, therefore, to fully connect with a destination, it's essential to try local products. That's exactly why we'll visit a local winery where traditions meets flavours and we will taste some of the mot delicious wines of Gran Canaria.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch Box included for each participant: sandwiches, fruits, water and juice., Wine tasting , Professional guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By HannahRoseH
Due to Covid-19 my husband and I were keen to have a break away as soon as it was safe to do so. We picked the beautiful island of Gran Canaria as I had been before, many years ago, but my husband had not. When we travel as a couple we always like to mix up our holidays, obviously with relaxing on the beach and sunbathing (it absolutely has to be done!) but also with exploring what hidden treasures a place has to offer. We love learning about a place's history, culture, and what the local people do. As beautiful as our hotel was, why take a flight and travel all that way to just stay within the confines of our room?! Therefore I did a little research and found Canarian Heaven via their Instagram page. Luca was immediately friendly and chatty and asked what kind of thing we would be looking to do. He was so helpful with suggestions to match anything I'd mentioned - as we were only in Gran Canaria for a week we agreed on a couple of excursions. We figured we'd spent the other days relaxing and sightseeing at a more leisurely pace, which is where it also really helps to be in touch with Canarian Heaven - Luca pointed us in the direction of the best and closest beaches, cocktail bars and restaurants he knew we would enjoy. This was so handy and saved us so much time, as much of our holiday would otherwise have been spent researching and deliberating on all the amazing places on offer! Our first excursion with Canarian Heaven was to hike a volcano!! The Bandama crater, or Caldera de Bandama is an incredible geological feature which, until recently, was actively farmed in its base. The volcanic scree holds the limited moisture that the island of Gran Canaria gets, so there is still a lot of agriculture in the nearby hills. Luca collected us from our hotel in Puerto Rico and drove us to Santa Brigida, a small and beautiful village in the north of the island (all covid-19 measures were adhered to on the journey and during the excursion). At the Caldera, we decided to walk along the rim of the crater, which provides breathtaking views, and also passed what is reported to be Spain's oldest golf course. Luca was extremely knowledgeable about the island's microclimates and agricultural history, and explained everything to us as we went. We then took a walk to the base which is possible along an established trail. We stopped at a viewpoint for a lunch of delicious sandwiches that Luca had made for us (after checking prior to the trip whether we had any food allergies or intolerances) - we were particularly grateful for the lovely energising mango juice!! I highly recommend this trip to anyone who enjoys any sort of hiking (like the locals in Gran Canaria do!), it was energising and fascinating. Luca allows you to take the trip at your own pace, providing water and rest whenever needed, and whilst he knows the best spots for photos etc, the excursion is very tailor-made to your personal preferences. The hike took us a few hours (worth doing during the morning hours before the heat from the sun becomes too punishing), then we were off to the second part of our excursion which tied in very nicely. We visited the beautiful vineyard Bodega San Juan. We were met by our tour guide, Maria, who took us around the sprawling grounds and gave us an insight into the generations-old family business. It was amazing to see the wine presses and learn how the animals such as donkeys help to carry and cultivate the harvest. The 90-minute vineyard tour culminates in a sampling of some delicious cheese and the fantastic wine made there, a bottle of which we purchased to take home for my family as we are all wine-lovers! The venue also hosts wedding functions which is a great idea as the setting is absolutely beautiful. Sadly it was almost time for our day's excursion with Canarian Heaven to come to an end BUT Luca had a surprise destination up his sleeve to finish off the day - I won't spoil this for you but let's just say it is a hidden gem and a must-do photo opportunity - if you know, you know! The cost of this tour I think was around 122euros for two for a private guided tour, volcano hike with lunch and vineyard tour/tasting which we thought was excellent value and we were very happy to pay. Obviously prices may change, but in my opinion I would have expected to pay more for such a great once-in-a-lifetime day. Thank you! The next excursion Canarian Heaven organised for us was a trip on a boat from the harbour at Puerto Rico, with a company called Five Star Boats - I will review them separately as they were also amazing! Again Luca went above and beyond with a lift for us from our hotel to the harbour. Please contact Canarian Heaven for prices, but the fee we paid was excellent value for money, considering on the luxury boat we had a balinese day bed, bottle of sparkling wine, open bar of beer and sangria, buffet lunch, two stops with swimming/snorkelling and banana boat/watersports included. This was an fantastic day out and the atmosphere on the boat was as sparkling as the ocean! The final day of our holiday was spent in the fishing village of Arguineguin, also recommended by Canarian Heaven. We ate the most delicious fresh seafood at Cofradia de Pescadores and counted our lucky stars at the amazing week we'd had. I would, and will be, recommending Canarian Heaven to anyone visiting Gran Canaria. Especially as this is an anxious time for everyone, it really helps to have the added reassurance of a guide who actually lives on the island, and who has a passion for showing you the beautiful place through a local's eyes. Luca is available to give as much or as little input as you would like - recommendations on walks, shopping, food, drink, sightseeing, transport, nothing is too much trouble. It's brilliant to feel like we had a jam-packed holiday but also a relaxing trip at the same time. We made memories to cherish for a lifetime. Thank you Canarian Heaven - we hope to be back soon!
2. Explore Mogan with emotion and collect fantastic memories
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
I am funny, very social and creative. I graduate Languages and after that graduated Marketing of touristic destinations in internet, because I realized this is my hobby together with photography. Since I started to work I was saving money for discovering new places and taste the local food, talk to the inhabitants and invite them to share with me the little secrets of the place that i was visiting . I am revealing now to you what i found out in this way the less known part of this unique place "Puerto de Mogan" . We are going to talk about the archaeology, aboriginal origin, culture, traditions, gastronomy, offering other options of fun without searching the map I also love to share traveling tips and information about Gran Canaria to help you have a great experience while staying here. I am picking up the most interesting aspects of this touristic destination. Don't forget to bring a big smile to wear comfy shoes and to put on sunscreen and be ready to live a real Canarian adventure!
Inclusions: Guide
Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
3. Maspalomas profesional photo session
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
The dunes are No 1 attraction in Gran Canaria, with wonderful panoramic views and a must see on the island. During the photo session, you will see the most beautiful and secret spots in the desert and you will receive 10 (portrait-one guest) - 30 (couple, family) stunning full high-resolution images to share and print. The documentary style photography is unobtrusive, natural and perfect for capturing special occasions or simply as a record of the everyday moments of your vacation.
Inclusions: Photo equipment
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Reviewed By dorothysim
It was a great experience working with Aljosa. Although it was our first time doing a pre-wedding photoshoot and we were nervous, Aljosa made us feel at ease and gave us directions on how to pose. He also had a clear idea of what sights and locations would make for beautiful photos. Needless to say, we loved our photos and would highly recommend Aljosa to take yours! :)
4. Private photo tour in Las Palmas
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore some of the most visually interesting sites in Las Palmas accompanied by a professional photographer, posing for a series of high-end images. In addition to learning about this beautiful city you’ll leave with the perfect snapshots for sharing on social media and with friends and family back home.
Inclusions: Professional photographer
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Reviewed By melanie a
We had an engagement photoshoot with Aljosa in Marrakesh and it was definitely the highlight of our Morocco trip! Aljosa is so professional and the photo session was fun, all the photos turned out so great that I am considering taking Aljosa with me whenever I travel!
5. Custom Private & VIP Full Tour of Gran Canaria
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Customize a private tour around and through the island of Gran Canaria on this full day adventure. Choose from a wide variety of possibilities like The Rainbow Rocks in the south-west, the cave houses in the municipality of Artenara, Tilos de Moya the small tropical forest in the north, Pico de las Nieves on the very top of the island, to name a few. More than a client experience we offer a personal journey where you get to discover places reserved only for the few. As this is a private tour you get all the attention. You don´t depend on anybody´s needs except for the ones you bring along. The routes are tailored to your needs where you set the pace, the tour will follow you. Unlike other tours you will get to visit local markets, taste authentic local food such as gold medal awarded cheese, wine and rum. You get to blend in and observe the local life as it is. For total comfort we recommend groups of maximum 3 people although maximum allowance of the premium vehicle is 4 people.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, You can state your preferences for still or sparkling water before the tour., Private transportation, The photos we take during the tour are free and will be sent to you by email for later printing., If you have any favorite drinks let us know and we bring it.
Exclusions: We will make a stop for lunch at your choice or recommended by us., Gratuities, Coffee plantation entry fee (10€ / person)
Reviewed By Thegladesfamily
Top! Full 5 stars ***** We booked a day tour with Sergio as a family. Two days before the tour, Sergio introduced himself personally by email and asked us about our preferences and wishes. The private tour of the island was scheduled for 6-7 hours. We had already visited the typical tourist tours of Gran Canaria in the past and were curious to see what Sergio can show us in addition. Result: We were able to experience the true beauty and overwhelming views of the island on this day and were absolutely thrilled. We saw so many fantastic beautiful spots and fell in love with the island all over again. We were so overwhelmed that we didn't even notice that the tour ended up being 9 hours. Sergio took a lot of nice photos on the side. From the landscape - but what was even better: he also took pictures of us as a family and just gave them to us the next day. So we have wonderful memories of a wonderful day with a very friendly and charming guide. Thank you Sergio!
6. Custom Private & VIP Highlights Tour of Gran Canaria
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Customize a private tour around and through the island of Gran Canaria on this full day adventure. Choose from a wide variety of possibilities like The Rainbow Rocks in the south-west, the cave houses in the municipality of Artenara, Tilos de Moya the small tropical forest in the north, Pico de las Nieves on the very top of the island, to name a few. More than a client experience we offer a personal journey where you get to discover places reserved only for the few. As this is a private tour you get all the attention. You don´t depend on anybody´s needs except for the ones you bring along. The routes are tailored to your needs where you set the pace, the tour will follow you. Unlike other tours you will get to visit local markets, taste authentic local food such as gold medal awarded cheese, wine and rum. You get to blend in and observe the local life as it is. For total comfort we recommend groups of maximum 3 people although maximum allowance of the premium vehicle is 4 people.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, If you have any favorite beverage let us know and we bring it., The photos we take are free and will be sent by mail full size for later printing., Private transportation
Exclusions: We will make a stop for lunch at your choice.
Reviewed By kissthesunsetpig
I have been on many tours in all corners of the world, but only on rare occasions do the tours really stand out as being absolutely outstanding. This tour is very much one of those occasions. When you book a tour with Sergiu you get so much more than an expert on the island, you are also getting a professional photographer who will take unforgettable photographs of your day. You could pay a professional photographer more than the cost of this tour just to take shots for a few hours, Sergiu does all this and more. Our tour lasted 10 hours - Sergiu was so passionate about the island that we kept adding to the itinerary. Not once did he look at his watch. We started at our hotel in Las Palmas at 09.00 promptly and then headed south to the dunes. We then moved north, via the central mountains and then through the lush north side of the island. Sergiu’s attention to detail was perfect - right down to making sure we had the exact drinks we wanted in his cooler. Book this tour before all others if you are looking for the best tour of Gran Canaria.
7. Visit the Cave
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
A longer excursion allowing us to visit many more hidden gems as we head towards Mogan on our jet skis.
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By elliota540
This experience was insane ! 1h hour trip in jet ski within the best beaches of the south. Very good recommendations from the instructor. The best of the island ! Elliot
8. Private VIP Tour ALL INCLUSIVE Custom Tailored Program Full Day
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a unique private tour that combines sightseeing with a culinary experience. We include traditional Canarian drinks, food and sweets in the tour price! You can determine the program of the trip by consulting it with the guide in advance. After this unique private tour the characteristic taste of canarian coffee, rum, orujo and traditional meals will stay in your memory for a long time. We guarantee unforgettable views and a great day! Lovers of mountain views can go with us to high peaks! For people who love the sound of the ocean, we will look for beautiful cliffs and huge waves! We will take architecture fans along the route of colonial canarian towns! Gran Canaria is our home, so we have a place for everyone! Please find below our sample tour.
Inclusions: Parking Fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Typical canarian coffee, Tasting all of them: Glas of canarian beer/ Shot of honey rum / Shot of orujo / Glas of wine, Typical tapas of canarian cuisine
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Reviewed By Mark G
Simon has a great personality. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of all matters concerning Gran Canaria. We went to a coffee place, explored the mountains and ended up eating some fantastic sea food in Agaete. We had such a warm time with Simon I now regard his as a friend. Ours was a private tour of friends. Simon put together a tour to suit all of us from a 7 year old to a 64 year old (me). Look no further than Simon tours for an authentic Gran Canaria experience. PS great value too
9. Gran Canaria Jet Ski with Photos
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Ride along the coast enjoying gorgeous views of south-east Gran Canaria: Montaña Arena, Arguineguin, Anfi del Mar and Puerto Rico.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Photos free, Rainjacket, Lifejacket
Exclusions: 2nd person sharing Jetski + € 20
Reviewed By darkok336
4 years in a row we are booking this ride. It is always a fantastic experience and even though owners have changed, the service stays the same - PERFECT. Looking forward to our next ride... Greetings from Frankfurt... Barbora and Darko
10. Gran Canaria Jet SKi: Feel the Speed
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
An exciting 30-minute excursion, testing the speed of our powerful jet skis and viewing the stunning nature reserve of Maspalomas ’sand dunes from the sea
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Photos Free, bathroom, Lifejacket, Rainjacket
Exclusions: 2nd person sharing Jetski + € 10
Reviewed By elliota540
This experience was insane ! 1h hour trip in jet ski within the best beaches of the south. Very good recommendations from the instructor. The best of the island ! Elliot
