Can-am Ryker Adventure Gran Canaria Grand tour

The best part of this Gran Canaria tour is that you do not simply look at the island from a coach window. You drive a 600cc Can-am Ryker yourself, following guide Daniel through mountain roads, fishing villages, and the dramatic Barranco de Guayadeque. I like the small group size, capped at 10, and the included lunch at a cave restaurant. I also like that the route mixes driving with real stops, rather than treating the island as one long photo break.

The main catch is the strict driving rule. You must be at least 24 years old and hold an original class B car license with four years of driving experience. The price also excludes drinks and optional face bandanas, and the return transfer is not included for some resort areas.

Key points at a glance

• You drive the Ryker yourself: A one-person booking gives you your own vehicle. Two people share one Ryker as driver and passenger.
• The route reaches Guayadeque: The ravine, cave buildings, restaurants, and high viewpoint provide the tour’s strongest scenery.
• Lunch is included: Canarian tapas are served at a cave restaurant, but drinks and extras cost more.
• Daniel leads the road day: He provides the briefing, local stories, driving guidance, and photo help.
• Pickup depends on your resort: Return transport is included in several southern resort areas, but not all.
• Driving rules are firm: Active drivers need to be 24 or older, with a class B license and four years of car-driving experience.

Why the Can-am Ryker is the reason to book

A Can-am Ryker sits somewhere between a motorcycle and a small open vehicle. It has three wheels, a 600cc engine, and enough room for one driver or a driver and passenger. You get the open-air feel of riding, but the three-wheel design gives you a broad and steady base.

The controls are fairly simple. The vehicle uses an automatic gearbox, a hand throttle, a foot brake, and a park lock. You still need to steer actively through bends and shift your body a little in corners, so this is not a passive sightseeing ride. Still, the basic handling is taught before departure, and the machines and helmets are kept in good condition.

I like this format for Gran Canaria because the southern resorts can feel quite built-up. The Ryker gets you away from the pool-and-promenade routine and into smaller settlements and mountain roads. You see more than you would from a standard transfer bus, and you have a better view than you would from behind a car windscreen.

Daniel, also referred to as Dani or Danny, is the guide named most often in the tour information. His role is important here. He leads the road, explains local places, helps new riders get comfortable, and takes photographs during the stops. The driving itself is fun, but a good guide makes the route feel like a day out rather than a vehicle rental with directions.

Getting started at El Tablero

The base is Buggy Pirates Outdoor Center on C. Puntarenas in El Tablero. The stated start time is 10:00 am, though pickup time depends on your hotel area.

The first 35 minutes cover the Can-am Ryker activity and the initial preparation. You receive a helmet, hygienic head protection, insurance, and instructions. Use this time to ask questions and make sure you understand the controls before joining the road.

You need one original class B driving license for each active driver. The minimum age is 24, and you must have held car-driving experience for at least four years. A copy, photo, or different license type should not be treated as acceptable without checking first.

Children can join from age 12 as passengers when accompanied. The vehicle arrangement depends on the booking:

• One person receives one Ryker for solo use.
• Two people share one Ryker, with one driver and one passenger.
• Three people use two Rykers, one for a solo rider and one shared by two people.

That matters when you compare the price. A two-person booking is not two separate vehicles. If both people want to drive, the booking arrangement needs careful thought.

Castillo del Romeral, a short coastal pause

The first main stop is Castillo del Romeral, a small fishing town with an unexpected connection to the Jack Ryan television series. The stop itself is about 20 minutes, with the rest of the 1 hour 20 minute block used for riding to and from the area.

This is mainly a photography and orientation stop. Do not expect a long guided visit or a full town tour. Its value comes from the change of scene: you leave the resort strip and see a working coastal settlement with a more modest feel.

I would use the break to stretch, take photographs, and listen to Daniel’s local stories. The stop is short, so keep your camera ready and do not wander too far from the group. The road time around it is part of the point. You are not being moved from attraction to attraction as quickly as possible. You are riding between them.

Guayadeque, the day’s strongest stop

Barranco de Guayadeque is the centerpiece of the route. The ravine cuts inland through the island, with cave homes, cave restaurants, and a high viewpoint offering a 360-degree walk. The full stop lasts about 1 hour 40 minutes, including the approach and onward ride.

This is where the Ryker earns its keep. The route into the interior gives you a stronger sense of Gran Canaria’s scale than the coastal resort areas. The rock walls and changing elevations make the ride more varied, while the open vehicle keeps you close to the smells, sounds, and air of the road.

The stop includes time at a famous cave restaurant and a lunch of Canarian tapas. That is a useful inclusion because food is not an afterthought here. You get a taste of local cooking in a setting tied to the ravine itself, rather than stopping at a generic roadside café.

Drinks are not included, so bring money for anything beyond the contracted meal. Ice cream, extra food, and other purchases are also separate. If you have dietary needs, ask the operator before departure rather than assuming the tapas menu can be changed.

The 360-degree walk sounds brief but worthwhile. It gives you a higher view across the ravine and adds movement to a day that could otherwise involve a lot of sitting. Wear footwear you can walk in comfortably. The supplied details do not state a required shoe type, but this is not a stay-on-the-vehicle stop.

The main drawback is that the time here is shared between eating, walking, photographs, and the road. You will not have several hours to explore every cave or viewpoint. Think of Guayadeque as a well-chosen introduction, not a dedicated hiking tour.

Agüimes, a good final town stop

After Guayadeque, the route continues to Agüimes for about 30 minutes. The town has an impressive cathedral and a picturesque old quarter, giving you a compact taste of inland Gran Canaria.

This stop is well placed. After the open road and the ravine, you get a chance to walk through streets rather than simply take another viewpoint photograph. The old town is described as a place for photographs and a sense of stepping back in time. The visit is short, so follow Daniel’s lead and focus on the central streets and cathedral area.

Thirty minutes will not cover every corner. That is not a criticism so much as a planning point. If you want a slow architectural visit, an independent return to Agüimes would give you more time. On this tour, the town works as one part of a broader day that also includes riding, food, and scenery.

What the driving is really like

The Ryker is easy enough to learn for many people, but easy does not mean effortless. You must pay attention to the road, use the controls properly, and lean or move your body through bends. The supplied driving details describe an automatic gearbox, hand throttle, foot brake, and park lock, which removes much of the complication found on a manual motorcycle.

The guide’s briefing is especially useful for first-time riders. Daniel is described as patient and safety-focused, and the group size is limited to 10. That small cap matters on public roads. It should make it easier for the guide to keep the group together and help if someone needs extra time at the start.

You should still be comfortable driving a car in unfamiliar surroundings. The license rule is not a formality. You will be operating a 600cc vehicle on roads with bends and changes in elevation, so confidence behind the wheel matters more than simply meeting the minimum age.

A helmet and hygienic head protection are included. Face bandanas are available from the operator’s shop for between 3 and 10 euros. They are not included, so bring your own if you prefer to cover your face during the ride. Gloves are also worth considering, since the practical advice from the tour details suggests bringing your own.

Pickup, timing, and the price

At $92.87 per person, the cost is fair if you want a full half-day with the vehicle, guide, insurance, safety equipment, lunch, and transfers in the covered pickup zones. The stated duration is about 5 hours 45 minutes, enough time to make the route feel substantial without taking up the entire day.

The value is strongest for a solo booking, since one person receives a Ryker for personal use. For two people, make sure you are happy sharing one vehicle. The price does not automatically mean one Ryker per person.

Pickup and return are guaranteed in Bahia Feliz, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, San Agustín, Sonnenland, and Meloneras. You must provide your hotel details when booking, and the exact pickup time depends on the area.

There is a limitation for some western and southern resort locations. Pickup is available from Salobre, Arguineguín, Patalavaca, Puerto Rico, Playa de los Amadores, Playa del Cura, Taurito, and Playa de Mogán, but return to those areas is not included. Instead, the operator takes you to the nearest suitable bus or taxi stop.

That can affect the real cost and convenience. If you stay in one of those areas, budget for the final bus or taxi connection and allow extra time. The activity ends at a different location from the starting point, so do not assume you will be dropped back at the same hotel.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would choose this for an adult driver who wants scenery and local stops but does not want a formal motorcycle tour. It suits couples, friends, and solo riders, with passengers from age 12 able to join.

It is also a good match for anyone who has already spent time around Maspalomas and wants to see a different side of the island. Castillo del Romeral, Guayadeque, and Agüimes give the day a useful mix of coast, mountain scenery, food, and town streets.

I would not choose it if you dislike open-air driving, have little confidence on winding roads, or want a long, slow visit at each stop. It is also not the right pick if every person in a pair expects to drive their own machine. Check the seating arrangement before paying.

The tour can accommodate people with reduced mobility upon request, but the operator should be contacted in advance. The supplied details do not explain the exact vehicle or walking arrangements, so ask specific questions before booking.

Weather and cancellation details

This is an outdoor road activity, so weather matters. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund. The cutoff uses local time in Gran Canaria.

That policy is reasonable for a small road tour with vehicles and transfers arranged in advance. Still, check the forecast before your final cancellation window closes, especially if you are booking early in a holiday.

Should you book the Can-am Ryker Grand Tour?

Book it if the idea of driving through Gran Canaria appeals to you more than simply looking out of a coach window. The strongest reasons are the open-air Ryker, Daniel’s guidance, the small group, the Guayadeque ravine, and the included cave-restaurant lunch.

Before booking, confirm three things: your license and age meet the rules, you understand who drives when two people share a Ryker, and your hotel has a suitable return arrangement. If those points work, $92.87 buys a lively, well-rounded half-day with more local character than a standard sightseeing transfer.

FAQ

How long is the Can-am Ryker Grand Tour?

The tour lasts approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes, including transfers, the safety briefing, driving, stops, and lunch.

What time does the tour start?

The stated start time is 10:00 am. Your pickup time depends on your hotel area.

What license do I need to drive?

You need an original class B car driving license. Active drivers must be at least 24 years old and have four years of driving experience with a car.

Can children join the tour?

Children can participate from age 12 when accompanied. Only people aged 24 or older who meet the license and driving-experience rules may drive.

Do two people get two Can-am Rykers?

No. A booking for two people provides one Ryker shared by one driver and one passenger. A booking for one person provides one Ryker for that person.

What is included in the price?

The price includes the 600cc three-wheel Can-am Ryker excursion, a safety helmet, hygienic head protection, insurance, and lunch.

Are drinks included with lunch?

No. Drinks, extra meals, ice cream, and other items outside the contracted restaurant meal are not included.

Where does the tour visit?

The route includes Castillo del Romeral, Barranco de Guayadeque, and Agüimes, with the activity beginning and ending around the Buggy Pirates base in El Tablero.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup and return are guaranteed in Bahia Feliz, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, San Agustín, Sonnenland, and Meloneras. Pickup is available from several other areas, but return to those areas is not included.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.