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Gran Canaria: Catamaran Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling

1. Gran Canaria: Catamaran Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling

Board a catamaran in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria and head out into the Atlantic Ocean in search of dolphins and whales. Marvel at picturesque views of Gran Canaria's coastline from the water, sip on complimentary soft drinks, and go snorkeling or swimming in the ocean. Your cruise begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel and transportation to the Puerto Base harbor, where you'll board your boat. Then, set sail to explore the waters off the coast of Gran Canaria, going in search of dolphins, pilot whales, minke whales, and more. Watch from the deck or through the glass panels below deck, keeping an eye out for these magnificent creatures and other aquatic life. Then, get ready to experience the ocean firsthand as your boat anchors in one of the small bays along the coastline. Go for a swim, enjoy some snorkeling, or make use of the onboard toboggan slide. If you prefer not to get wet, just sit back and relax, admire the view, and sip on a complimentary soft drink. Spend around 45 minutes enjoying the ocean before your cruise continues with a return journey to the harbor. Your bus will be waiting here to take you back to your accommodation.

Playa del Inglés: Surfing Class for Beginners

2. Playa del Inglés: Surfing Class for Beginners

Become a surfer for the day in the perfect year-round weather conditions of Gran Canaria. Visit the most beautiful beaches on the island, and discover the best waves for learning. Enjoy maximum fun and maximum safety as you get to grips with surfing. Classes begin with a theory lesson in the surf school at the foot of the spectacular sand dunes of Maspalomas. The video class is a fun, uncomplicated session that will soon set you up for a day in the water. Then, it's time to get wet and put theory into action. Once your instructors have located the best beach conditions, they will be in the water with you at all times, making sure that you get the most out of your session. As a mobile unit, the instructors will determine the best conditions on your lesson day, meaning you will not only learn how to surf, but will discover some of the most beautiful spots on Gran Canaria, and get to experience the island’s surf culture up close.

Gran Canaria: Try Scuba Diving for Beginners

3. Gran Canaria: Try Scuba Diving for Beginners

Discover the amazing world beneath the surface under the supervision of an experienced PADI Instructor in the calm and clear waters of Gran Canaria. Master the basics of scuba diving in a 3-hour lesson. After a brief introduction about the basic safety points from your diving instructor, you will be provided with top of the range equipment and dive outfits. Then, you will head to a local dive site for a detailed briefing on everything you need to know to enjoy your first experience of scuba diving. Enter the water at your own pace and learn a few basic skills before going on a guided dive. After you've become familiar with the breathing techniques used, guided by qualified instructors, get ready for your first dive. In small groups begin your discovery of the life below the surface. Experience the incredible sensation of weightlessness as you dive in a safe and controlled environment.

Maspalomas: E-Bike Sightseeing Sunset Tour or Morning Tour

4. Maspalomas: E-Bike Sightseeing Sunset Tour or Morning Tour

Marvel at the most spectacular panoramic points of views in Gran Canaria on an e-bike tour, and enjoy an unforgettable outdoor adventure. You can choose to take the 4-hour morning tour or you can choose to try the 3-hour sunset tour option. First stop: Maspalomas Dunes. Admire the impressive dunes of this nature reserve and a variety of native plants. Second stop: visit the beautiful Maspalomas Botanical Garden and learn to recognize the endemic plants and cacti of the canary islands. Then, try your hand at some birdwatching at the Maspalomas Oasis. Hear local history as you explore the Punta Mujeres Archaeological Site from your expert guide. Then, continue to the old Maspalomas Lighthouse, a national monument located at the southernmost point of the island. On the sunset tour option, the visit to the lighthouse will last a maximum of 10 minutes. Only If you choose the Morning Tour option you will have an hour of free time to visit the old Masapalomas lighthouse and its interesting Ethnogracio Museum located inside. Next, turn onto the Meloneras Promenade and ride beside the sea before hopping off your bike for 20-minutes to relax. Step into a cool bar with ocean views and try some delicious soft drink.

Maspalomas: 4-Hour Electric Scooter Chopper and Camel Tour

5. Maspalomas: 4-Hour Electric Scooter Chopper and Camel Tour

If you like nature and you would like to explore Maspalomas along many kilometers effortlessly and environmentally than an Electric Scooter Chopper is what you need. Enjoy an outdoor, fun and educational 4-hour experience. With the Camel Safari, you can explore the fantastic dunes of Maspalomas for 30 minutes aboard a camel. See the monuments of Christopher Columbus at the gates of Meloneras, built in 2002, and the old lighthouse of Maspalomas which operates since 1980. Visit the area of the famous and beautiful promenade of Meloneras which is considered the most beautiful and luxurious promenade in the south of Gran Canaria, overlooking the sea. Here there will be a stop at the "Punta Mujeres" where you can visit an ancient archaeological site of indigenous origin. Here you will discover the ancient circular houses made of stone where the pre-Hispanic population "Gunaches" lived. This ancient site is often populated by a peaceful and harmless colony of lizards of Gran Canaria, an endemic species, considered by many the icon of the island. A local guide will show you a breathtaking panoramic view of Playa del Ingles, discover the spectacular golden sand dunes of Maspalomas (nature reserve since 1987) and the Maspalomas Botanical Park. This park occupies an area of 12,000 square meters with more than 500 plant species. See the Oasis, a pond destination for wintering or resting on the migration of nearly 40 species of birds, of which 23 species nest here. This is the ideal place for those who want experience birdwatching.

3-Hour Segway Tour Morning or Sunset over Sand Dunes

6. 3-Hour Segway Tour Morning or Sunset over Sand Dunes

Pick up your Segway from the local partner’s store in Maspalomas and get acquainted with this unique and eco-friendly mode of transportation as you admire the scenic views. Follow your guide down to the charming seaside promenade and feel the wind in your hair as you effortlessly glide along. Wave to the locals going about their day as you explore Maspalomas Dunes, Playa del Ingles, Playa del las Burras, Playa de San Agustin then stop for a refreshing soft drink or an ice cream. Finally, admire a breathtaking sunset across the rolling Maspalomas sand dunes and soak up the romantic atmosphere.

Gran Canaria: Stand-Up Paddle Lesson & Snorkeling Tour

7. Gran Canaria: Stand-Up Paddle Lesson & Snorkeling Tour

Join this tour and learn why stand-up paddle surfing has become on the most popular sports around! Because it is easier to learn and allows you to catch even the very small waves, stand-up paddle surfing is a perfect beginner's sport. In addition, Gran Canaria offers the ideal surfing conditions with consistent winds and temperate waters. So take the day to explore the stunning region of Gran Canaria from a multitude of views aboard your paddle. Your knowledgeable and highly skilled surfing instructors will give you introductory lessons and assist you with anything you might need for the duration of the tour. The instructors are also all surfers themselves, and hold life-guarding licenses to ensure your safety throughout the tour. So come and practice your paddle skills by weaving around the south and west coasts of gorgeous Gran Canaria. Experience one of the most ancient kinds of surfing and visit the coastline from a few different points of view.

e-Scooter 2 seater Maspalomas Tour optional Ayagaures Mount

8. e-Scooter 2 seater Maspalomas Tour optional Ayagaures Mount

Explore the wild mountains of Gran Canaria in an ecological and effortless way. Get ready to ride your electric scooter double seat and enjoy this exciting outdoor experience. This guided tour is 100 % on the road. Only Car Driving License B is required to drive an E-scooter. Children over 7 years old ( accompanied by a paying parent ) or Adult without car driving License can participate in the tour as a passenger only using the rear seat. For young people with a minimum age of 15, only if they have an AM type license is it possible to drive an e-Scooter, but always accompanied on the Tour by at least one paying parent. By choosing 1 hour Short City Tour option: visit the amazing Maspalomas Dunes, declared Natural Reserve and visit the Best Panoramic View in Maspalomas City . By choosing the 3 hour Complete Tour option: after visiting the Maspalomas City area we will go on the Mountain outiside of the City are and we will enter the mythical route of Ayagaures : we will cross a wonderful green Valley adorned with palm trees, plants, cactus and typical canary flowers in an incredible itinerary immersed in nature. Along the way there is a short stop to visit the local plantations of tropical fruits typical of the Canary Islands such as Mango trees and avogado trees. In this tour you will meet old animal farms and, in particular, you'll see closely the goat Farm, an animal icon of the island ( only visit to the external enclosure, direct contact with animals is not allowed ) Once you reach the top of the mountain of Ayagaures, you will have the opportunity to pause for 15 minutes where you can taste Soft Drink in a Tapas Bar built inside an old Aboriginal cave dating back to the prehispanic era. After the 15-minute break, we will continue towards the Ayagaures dam, a large water reservoir. The return is all downhill and even more exciting. On the way back there will be a short stop to see an ancient and unusual breeding of dromedaries up close ( visit to the external enclosure, direct contact with animals is not allowed )

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4.7 / 5

based on 196 reviews

The activity was very well organized. I haven’t had an experience neither with scuba diving nor with snorkeling, which is why I guess I was completely out of balance in the water, but thanks to my instructor Mari at the end I was able to swim through the reef and see some fish. Overall it was a really amazing experience.

Very interesting! Worth all the money. We saw many dolphins and even some orcas!!!Found out many stories about Puerto Rico, Mogan, Taurito and other wild beaches. For the snorkelling the water confitions were not good, but we enjoyed the swimming close to Perchel beach

We had a lovely time, our guide was friendly, kind and explained curiosities about the island! We absolutely recommend the tour! (and will try out other tours organized by the same agent)

Absolutely incredible boat trip, the staff were informative, friendly and entertaining and the dolphin watching exceeded expectations. By far the best boat trip I've ever been on.

Had an enjoyable trip the captain was very friendly and knowledgeable and made us feel very welcome.