The best outdoor activities in Gran Canaria
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Tandem paragliding in Los Giles, near Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Coasteering Excursion in Mogan, Gran Canaria
Surfing Lesson in Playa del Ingles in Maspalomas
Parasailing flights in Anfi del Mar, near Maspalomas
Cernicalos Canyon from Telde, Gran Canaria
Buggy excursion in the Pilancones Natural Park, from Maspalomas
Jet ski rentals in Anfi del Mar, Gran Canaria
Parasailing flight from Mogan Beach, Gran Canaria
Stand Up Paddle Private Lesson and Snorkeling Excursion from Playa del Pajar, Maspalomas
Kayak Excursion from Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Guided snorkeling excursion by boat from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
Tandem paragliding flight in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Tandem paragliding in Los Giles, near Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Coasteering Excursion in Mogan, Gran Canaria
Surfing Lesson in Playa del Ingles in Maspalomas
Parasailing flights in Anfi del Mar, near Maspalomas
Cernicalos Canyon from Telde, Gran Canaria
Buggy excursion in the Pilancones Natural Park, from Maspalomas
Jet ski rentals in Anfi del Mar, Gran Canaria
Parasailing flight from Mogan Beach, Gran Canaria
Stand Up Paddle Private Lesson and Snorkeling Excursion from Playa del Pajar, Maspalomas
Kayak Excursion from Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Guided snorkeling excursion by boat from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
What are the activities to do in Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria is located in the Atlantic Ocean and belongs to the Canary Islands. Due to its diverse climate conditions and the variety of landscapes it has been called "The Miniature Continent". It is the most cloudless city of the European Union and it has been named the spot with the best climate of the world.
You have the best climate in the world, white sand beaches with turquoise waters & mountains peaks of up to 1,949 meters above sea level! What else can you ask for? The whole environment of the island makes it the ideal place for adventure travelling, which is why each year millions of travellers’ come looking for the best adrenaline charged activities.
Riders can be challenged to do the 190km ‘Route of The Gran Canaria’ and explore the uphill and downhill trails. Whilst paragliders & skydivers soar out from the highest peaks of the island and marvel with the contrasting panoramic views.
Every year thousands of trekkers travel to be a part of the ‘Gran Canaria Walking Festival’ an annual event that allows you to choose between different routes where a guide will show you the best kept secrets of the island.
For height lovers, there are countless climbing and abseiling routes, all of them with different levels of difficulty. Some of the most renowned places to practice are the Palmés, Bentancuria & El Roque Nublo.
Moreover, the most popular are water extreme sports, of which you have a myriad of options to choose from. You can choose between 236km of coastline to enjoy sports such as diving, SUP, kitesurfing, windsurfing & surf…and more. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover the island whilst getting your adrenaline shot!