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Day Trips, History
Essences of the North of Gran Canaria - Full-Day Tour
This 7-hour guided tour is designed to share and learn with us the history and anecdotes of the places we will visit in an enjoyable way. Our guides are specialised professionals who are specifically trained to interact with our clients and interpret the development of the excursion, making each outing a unique and different experience. To achieve this, our groups are for a maximum of 18 people. You will be amazed by the essence of Gran Canaria and you will get to know it in a pleasant way, in this unique guided tour. Itinerary We start the route heading north to visit Arucas, a small town famous for its large expanses of banana plantations and its production of sugar cane, considered “white gold” in past centuries. There we will walk through the old town and see the impressive neo-Gothic church of San Juan Bautista, one of the most emblematic buildings on the island. Next, we will visit Firgas, a charming little village that we popularly defined as the municipality of water due to its 30-meter waterfall fountain located in one of the streets in the centre. On the way to the far northwest, we will appreciate the agricultural richness of the area, especially the banana, potato and vegetable crops. Our next destination will be Agaete where an explosion of aromas, flavours and colours will flood our senses: fruit trees, coffee plantations, banana plantations, vineyards, and tropical fruits……. To experience it, nothing better than a guided visit to the La Laja estate and its Bodega Los Berrazales, (the only coffee producers on the island), a wonderful environment where we include the entrance fee, a coffee tasting and a wine tasting. Our last destination will be Puerto de la Nieves, a fishing village par excellence, where we will have free time for lunch (not included in the price) or a stroll at your leisure. Return to the hotel / Las Palmas at
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Boat Tours, Day Trips, Guided Tours, Private Tours
Las Palmas boat trip
A boat trip is great fun for all ages and you’re spoilt for choice with our two cruises in the waters off Las Palmas, the cosmopolitan capital city of Gran Canaria and one of the most important ports in the Atlantic. Jump aboard with us and enjoy the dramatic scenery in this fun and fascinating day out. You’ll see dormant volcanoes, historic castles and if you’re lucky you may even spot a playful dolphin or two or a pod of pilot whales, a common sight in these waters. The first option consists of a four hour cruise around the harbour of Gran Canaria and the surrounding coastline. Enjoy great views of the city’ skyline – see if you can spot the Cathedral, the Castle of San Cristobal and the picturesque fishermen’s quarter of La Laja. The port itself is pretty impressive, shipping from all over the world stop here and it is now one of the most important ports in the Atlantic. We’ll also drop anchor for you to go for a swim before enjoying an on board snack. The second option is a five hour cruise towards the popular beach of Las Conteras. After leaving the harbour, we’ll sail past the dormant volcanoes at La Isleta and El Confital beach. Don’t forget your camera – there are some amazing views of the city skyline and the 5km stretch of white sands running from La Puntilla promontory to the brand new Alfredo Kraus Auditorium. Then after a refreshing dip in the Atlantic, it’s time to savour some on board snacks. On both cruises you’ll be accompanied by bilingual English-speaking guides. We’ll serve you a snack and a drink (water, beer or soft drink). Get the boat in exclusivity for you or for a couple with a special price or share the experience with your family or a group of friends. Languages English and Spanish. Inclusions: Snack Drinks Exclusions: Transport Important Info: Children under the age of 3 go free (ID required). Groups will consist of a maximum of 6 people and a safe walking distance of 2m must be respected. Groups will consist of a maximum of 6 people and a safe walking distance of 2m must be respected. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, History, Outdoors, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible
Vip trip Gran Canaria Highlights
Travel in luxury and comfort eight-seater people carriers and visit the otherwise unseen parts of Gran Canaria. This trip gives you the opportunity to go where no other Island Tour ventures. Palm trees to pine trees, the scenery changes before your eyes from coastline to dramatic mountains and lush green amazing views, with fantastic opportunities to see Roque Nublo, at 1813m high, the second highest point of Gran Canaria. Our expert drivers will take you up into the mountains as you enjoy breathtaking views down into the volcanic canyons and lush green valleys. Your friendly guide will bring the day to life with fascinating snippets and stories about the island's culture and history. With views and scenery that will take your breath away, this is a day never to be forgotten. Inclusions: Drinks Transport Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: NONE -

Day Trips, Guided Tours, History
Discover Gran Canaria: past and present - Full day Tour
Gran Canaria is more than a destination to rest, sun and beach. Anisland full of contrasts with a rich and exciting history, from the pre-Hispanic times to the most recent past and the current and future challenges for its inhabitants. Hand in hand with our expert local guide, you will discover incredible protected natural landscapes, emblematic villages, local products, anecdotes, legends and realities of our island. Itinerary - Guayadeque: Declared a Natural Monument in 2, 000, the Guayadeque Valley is a magical place full of aboriginal souls, where we will discover its cave-dwelling settled by the first pre-Hispanic inhabitants and still today in use. - Agüimes: Aboriginal Antiquity settlement. - Aloe vera property: Called the wonder plant, its crop and marketing, each time more is getting relevance in the Canary Islands. They will show us their uses and qualities Firgas: Nice town known as “the Atlantic balcony” for its fantastic panoramic views, or also, as “the water town” with its impressive waterfall fountain located in the middle of the old town. - Valleseco: stop to have lunch (not included). - Roque Nublo: the most emblematic natural space on the island. - Fataga: known as the Valley of the Thousand Palms. An essential day to feel our past, present and future as yours. We have pick-up service included in the following areas: Maspalomas Playa del Inglés San Agustín Bahía Feliz Puerto Rico Arguineguín Taurito Puerto Mogán If you are in an area other than those described, you should go to the nearest meeting point on your own. Inclusions: Tickets Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Insurance Guide Exclusions: Lunch Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

Day Trips, Food, Nightlife
Markets in Gran Canaria: San Mateo, Teror and Santa Brígida
Haggle with the best of them at three of the most popular street markets in Gran Canaria. At Santa Brigida, San Mateo and Teror you will experience first-hand the true vibrancy and colour of the island and its people. You’ll be tempted by a vast array of products such as fresh fruit and veg, sweets handmade cigars and aloe vera among others. Keep an eye out for such local specialities as Teror spicy sausage and Flor de Guia cheese. Santa Brigida is lively hillside village famed for its traditional Canarian chequered architecture, with the market renowned for the high quality of its artisan products. San Mateo nestles in a valley of terraced hills and is famed for its wines, wicker products and knives. Teror is the largest of the three towns and has been an important centre of pilgrimage ever since the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared here in what was then a pine forest. A stroll through its beautiful colonial streets lined with multicoloured houses with overhanging wooden balconies is a wonderful experience. This fully guided tour is a great opportunity to interact with locals and sample the genuine Canarian street atmosphere and culture. Inclusions: Transport Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Guided Tours, Theme Parks
Sioux City Park Ticket
Sioux City Park emulates a western city with its typical buildings, people and routine, offering tons of fun for its visitors. This city was built back in 1972 as a set for western movies. We are sure you have seen some of the buildings before. This city is not a museum, everything is real and fully functional like for example the sheriff or the saloon. Visit the saloon and try some of the drinks they have for you. Moreover, there are spectacular shows: bank robberies, and firefights between the bandits and the sheriff. There is also a zoo with cachena cows, Jersey giant chickens, emus, Suricata and for those of you, reptile-fans: dwarf crocodiles. Horseland allows children and adults alike to ride in the city or outside the park in the middle of nature. Schedule From Monday to Friday: Main Street Shows 11am The horse whisperer (natural dressage exhibition)
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Day Trips, History
Explore Canarian Rocky Landscapes - Full-Day Tour
Come and discover one of our VIP excursions, where you’ll get to enjoy all of the comforts provided. You’ll travel in one of our luxurious mini-vans, interconnected through a radio system which will allow the guide to provide you with constant information throughout the entire excursion. In this way, you'll discover magnificent rocky landscapes with small villages nestled on their slopes. You'll also discover our indigenous flora, such as the Canary pine. How can we forget the great reservoirs where water completes the beautiful scenery that the island has to offer. Of course, you can also savour some of the Canarian cuisine (optional - not included). Tour itinerary
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Day Trips, Guided Tours, History
Discover Gran Canaria island - Full-Day Tour
Our excursion offers you to discover the great green heart of Gran Canaria, an island called “a miniature continent”, because of the tremendous contrast of its habitat and landscapes. The northern midlands never cease to amaze you, green meadows, cultivated areas, forests, natural parks, mountains, breathtaking viewpoints and hidden villages. Our full-day island tour presents a packed itinerary visiting the towns of Telde, San Bartolomé and Firgas ; enjoy lunch (not included) in Valleseco and admire places like the Cruz de Tejeda and Roque Nublo. Itinerary Passing through and admiring extensive fields of almond trees and different crops, we will reach the village of Telde where we can visit the Church of San Gregorio, as well as stroll through its modern streets but at the same time with a very interesting past. The next stop will be in the charming village of Arucas, with its magnificent 15th-century Neo-Gothic church , one of the enclaves in the heart of the island of Gran Canaria. We will then stop in the village of Firgas , known as the “balcony of the Atlantic” for its fantastic panoramic views. We will also enjoy its beautiful waterfalls, located in the middle of the old town, and the pedestrian area of the Paseo de las Islas Canarias. Once on the summits, we stop at a restaurant in the Valleseco area for lunch (optional, not included in the price). After lunch, we continue the route through protected natural areas and mountains with incredible views. We will pass the viewpoint of Cruz de Tejeda, and stop at the Roque Nublo , a symbol of Gran Canaria, with magnificent views (weather permitting) of the Teide, the highest mountain in Spain located on the island of Tenerife. To finish the route, we will go down through San Bartolomé de Tirajana with its impressive views of Santa Lucía and return to the hotel. Discover the island of Gran Canaria on a complete route full of contrasts. Pick-up available from hotels located in Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, San Agustín, Bahía Feliz, Puerto Rico, Arguineguín, Taurito and Puerto Mogán. Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Guide Exclusions: Lunch Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

Day Trips, History
Las Palmas and surroundings - Full-Day City Tour
Discover Las Palmas, a very open and cheerful city. You will enjoy a panoramic route touring its surroundings that will take us to an impressive volcano and one of the most extensive botanical gardens in Europe. A combination of guided visits to discover the history of our capital and free time to go shopping or take a walk on your own. A very complete excursion to make you feel closer to our wonderful city and its surroundings. What will we visit? Vegueta , a walking visit with our guide to discover the old town its history and highlights . There we will find the Cathedral of Santa Ana , considered one of the main Catholic buildings of worship in the Canary Islands. The Bandama Volcano, with a kilometre in diameter and a depth of 216 meters, it is one of the largest explosion craters in the Canary Islands . Declared a Natural Monument in 1994 from its highest point at 706 meters, offers stunning views over the entire city and surroundings. Vieira y Clavijo Botanical Garden was created by the hand and imagination of Sventenius, it was designed to protect the Macaronesian flora (Canary Islands, Madeira, Azores and Cape Verde). It is the world’s largest in terms of the number of species and the biggest in the extension of Spain. Also, you will have free time to go shopping at Las Arenas Shopping Center or stroll along the famous urban beach Las Canteras, next to the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium. Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Guide Exclusions: Lunch Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

Day Trips, Outdoors
Summits of Gran Canaria and Roque Nublo - Full-Day Tour
A guided 7-hour tour designed to discover with us the central upland area in a pleasant way. A beautiful excursion through the protected natural areas of the Roque Nublo, Pico de las Nieves or Bandama and also visiting the town of San Mateo and the charming Village of Teror. Our guides are specialized professionals trained specifically to interact with the clients and customize the development of the tour, making each outing a unique and different experience. That’s why the groups are for a maximum of 18 people. The route starts with a visit to the Caldera de Bandama, the last active volcano in Gran Canaria, a spectacular crater of 1 km in diameter and fantastic views over the northeast of the island. Next, we cross the Santa Brigida wine area and within the so-called Middle Mountain Region, having a look at the agricultural wealth of its environment and a surprisingly green landscape that will captivate us. After, a stop in San Mateo, to discover the town and the way of life of its inhabitants, (on Saturdays only you will enjoy a traditional market). Continuing up to the Pico de las Nieves, the highest place on the island (1, 949 meters), the Roque Bentayga, Cruz de Tejeda and the Roque Nublo, an impressive monolith 80 meters high, a natural monument considered sacred by the ancient pre-Hispanic aboriginal inhabitants, whose symbolism has become to the actual icon of Gran Canaria You will learn about the whole area through spectacular lookout points with exceptional views over valleys and ravines. Together with us, you will know the history, anecdotes, and peculiarities of this fascinating upland protected area, its unaltered landscapes, forests, and secondary roads. Finally, a stop at the charming Villa de Teror to visit the Church of the Virgin of El Pino, patron saint of the island, and enjoy with free time enough to have lunch, (not included in the price), or to take a walk through its old town A different and enjoyable tour to discover in a personalized way, the peaks and the Middle Mountain Region of Gran Canaria. Inclusions: Pick-up available from the meeting point. Guide Exclusions: Lunch Important Info: Warm jacket and raincoat depending on the time of the year. We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Wear sunglasses and do not forget your swimsuit, sandals, hat, towel and a change of clothes. ;Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

Guided Tours, Private Tours
Las Palmas Private Walking Tour
Las Palmas provides for romantic tropical sceneries reminiscent of colonial spanish times. The picturesque old town Vegueta is the best place to discover this side of a city that has grown to become a modern metropolis. See the Catedral de Santa Ana, one of the most important religious monuments in the archipelago and at the heart of the Vegueta quarter. It was also the first church in the island, built after the conquest of 1478 on the orders of Los Reyes Católicos, Queen Isabella I of Castile and King Ferdinand II, taking 4 centuries to complete. Therefore it was built in three different styles, gothic, renaissance and neoclassical. Learn about the Casa de Colón, or Columbus House, and discover why its name is deceiving, since Columbus never lived here. This was the governor’s house which was visited by the famous discoverer on his way to America, in
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Boat Tours
Supercat Direct
We set sail from Puerto Rico harbour into the Atlantic to lap up the sub-tropical waters and year-round good weather. The voyage will explore Gran Canaria’s beautiful coastline until we arrive at the stunning Gui Gui beach located in an unspoilt and remote bay where you can swim in the calm crystal clear waters and frolic on the sand. On the Supercat trip, enjoy a traditional Canarian feast of delicious food washed down with cool drinks and complemented by sensational views . There’s plenty of room on board for you to sunbathe on sun loungers, or to just sit back and watch as you sail passed the impressive and varied basalt coastline scattered with volcanic cliffs, sunny beaches and quiet harbours. In this great catamaran, you will enjoy your comfort space; you will be able to sunbathe during the navigation and watch the marine variety; turtles, flying fish and the crossing of the dolphins and whales by the Atlantic. Come along with the whole family for this thrilling adventure aboard one of the largest and most stylish catamarans in the world.
• Supercat Dolphin Premium includes lunch, drinks, banana boat and dolphin watching

Hop On Hop Off
Banana Boat Ride
One of greatest must do holiday classics, the banana boat. Experience the thrills and excitement of riding the banana boat. Suitable for all ages the banana boat is one of our best selling activities since years. Experience the fun and excitement of riding the waves and enjoy the views of the coastline of Gran Canaria. The banana boat is a great experience together with friends and family and each banana can hold up to 12 people so it´s perfect do do in groups. Zig Zagging over the water the banana boat is fun for young and old. The banana boat goes all day long so you do not have to call us for a special reservation.

Day Trips
The Volcano Heart Tour
Journey to the heart of Gran Canaria with the Volcano Heart Tour, where nature’s grandeur meets unparalleled cultural richness. From the breathtaking Caldera de Bandama to the zenith at Pico de Las Nieves , be ready to immerse yourself in a blend of awe-inspiring volcanic landscapes and timeless Canarian traditions. Witness the sentinel rocks like Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga , testaments to the island’s intriguing geology. Imagine standing atop the island’s highest peak, the setting sun painting the sky, and below, a majestic sea of clouds unfolds. Here, at the crossroads of natural beauty and heritage, savour distinctive wine tasting and local delicacies , either amid the serene pines of Llanos de la Pez or the cosy ambience of Tajinaste Restaurant. Delve deeper into the island’s essence with a short hike (around 3 km), unveiling secrets of the land, all while being reminded that Gran Canaria’s soul goes beyond its sunny shores. Concluding this venture, the fiery hues of the sunset from Pico de Las Nieves act as a perfect backdrop to the neighbouring Teide peak. As the day’s tapestry of experiences lingers in your mind, return with stories untold, realizing that Gran Canaria isn’t just a destination—it’s an emotion.

Boat Tours
Supercat with Transfer
Hop aboard for an unforgettable day at sea on the sleek, sun-drenched Supercat You’ll see magnificent cliff formations, the hidden coves and concealed beaches while you sit back and relax on a comfortable sunlounger, set out on the spacious deck. We’ll sail from Puerto Rico harbour into the Atlantic to lap up the sub-tropical waters and year-round good weather. The voyage will explore Gran Canaria’s beautiful coastline where you can swim in the calm crystal clear waters and frolic on the sand. On the Supercat trip, you’ll enjoy a traditional Canarian feast of delicious food washed down with cool drinks (only if the option has been selected) and complimented by sensational views. There’s plenty of room onboard for you to sunbathe on sun loungers, or to just sit back and watch as you sail past the impressive and varied basalt coastline scattered with volcanic cliffs, sunny beaches and quiet harbours. In this great catamaran, you will enjoy your comfort space; you will be able to sunbathe during the navigation and watch the marine variety; turtles, flying fish and the crossing of the dolphins and whales by the Atlantic. Come along with the whole family for this thrilling adventure aboard one of the largest and most stylish catamarans in the world.
• Supercat Dolphin Premium includes lunch, drinks, banana boat and dolphin watching
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