14 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Gran Canaria to Build a Day Around

1.The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,120 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $119Our pick

Spend a full day in Gran Canaria’s volcanic interior with guides such as Víctor, Daylos, Celeste, or Angélica. Visit Bandama, Cruz de Tejeda, and Roque Nublo, enjoy Canarian and French fusion food, then finish with sunset and honey rum at Pico de Las Nieves.

“Absolutely fantastic day, loved all the view points and the hike and the sunset was amazing. Made even better by our wonderful guide Daylos who knew so much history of the island and added a bit of humour along the way too. Would definitely do it again when we next visit 😁”

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2.Full day Hiking Gran Canaria Peaks of Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $84

Join guide Maciej or Matte for a 9-hour mountain day from the south of Gran Canaria. Walk 7 to 10 km through pine forest and high peaks near Pico de las Nieves, with views of Roque Nublo, the coast, and Tenerife’s Teide, then finish with lunch in a local village.

“Maciej was a great guide, took us for a lovely 10km walk between, pine tree forest, Peaks of the island and also up to one peak.”

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3.“Magic Waterfalls” Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 109 reviews · from $74

Join guide Maciej or another UIMLA international mountain guide for a seven-kilometer hike through Gran Canaria’s greener northern side. Expect waterfalls, endemic plants and lizards, narrow rocky paths, hiking poles, hotel transport, and a Canarian lunch in a local bar.

“The hike was amazing. Having Maciej as a guide made it all even better. He is fun and caring and the small group made it feel intimate where safety was a priority/ Fatima and Rahel”

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4.Roque Nublo: hiking on volcanoes with Sky Rebels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Travel into Gran Canaria’s volcanic interior with local guides Inés and Juanjo. This 5.5-hour small-group outing combines the 3-kilometer Roque Nublo hike with Fataga Valley views, San Bartolomé village, a picnic lunch, and round-trip Maspalomas hotel transfers.

“Fantastic trip, far more interesting, informative and fun than any tour we have ever been on before. Excellent range of activities eg walk to roque Nublo, picnic in woods, viewpoints, and well paced. Even our 17 year old son (hard to please) had a great day. Thanks to Ines and Juanco for a fabulous day out.”

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5.Sunset Hike and Stargazing Experience in Roque Nublo Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70

Join local guide Pablo for a three-hour sunset hike above Gran Canaria’s clouds. Walk through mountain forest, learn about island geology, watch Roque Nublo and Teide turn golden, then identify constellations under a dark sky with snacks, hot drinks, and simple stargazing tools.

“This tour was one of the highlights of my trip to the island. Pablo was an excellent guide and took us to some truly spectacular spots to watch the sunset over the volcanic landscape — the views were absolutely stunning. After sunset, we explored several viewpoints around the area, including beautiful perspectives of Roque Nublo and other iconic sights. Delicious snacks were provided along the way, with great vegetarian options, which was a lovely touch. Once night fell, the real magic began. We waited as the sky filled with thousands of stars, and Pablo shared fascinating stories about the constellations, which we could even observe through binoculars. Seeing planets, shooting…”

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6.Full day Hiking and Waterfalls Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $77

Spend about nine hours hiking through Gran Canaria’s greener north, where waterfalls, endemic plants, and lizards reveal the island’s changing microclimate. Guide Maciej leads a maximum of eight people, checks your footwear, and finishes the day at a local bar for Canarian food.

“Very nice experience. Stunning nature. Polish guide/host was very knowledgeable on the flora and fauna we encountered during the hike. Maciej, the guide was very friendly and speaks many languages. Whole tour was perfectly organized.”

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7.Sunset & Night Sky Guided Astronomy Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 33 reviews · from $68

Join RockNatour for a three-hour evening hike from a campground in central Gran Canaria to Ventana del Nublo. An English-speaking guide, including Pablo on some departures, explains astronomy as sunset fades into views of Roque Nublo and Teide. Bring a car, warm layers, and hiking shoes. Telescopes are not used.

“Truly beautiful experience, with amazing guide, that I think you must have in case you visit this island. You will find out plenty of great things about cosmos and there will be snacks…Drinks. Hike to a gorgeous and not touristy area, that definitely worths to be seen. View is breathtaking. So definitely recommend (especially if you are a couple).”

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8.3-Hour Hiking Experience in Roque Nublo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $80

Start with hotel pickup and a short briefing before walking an easy, gently rising path around Roque Nublo. Guide Miguel shares island stories, nature facts, and plenty of humor. The tour includes a fruit picnic, water, trekking poles, photos, and scenic stops at Fataga, Pico de las Nieves, and more.

“Outstanding trip which completely exceeded expectations. Spectacular hike led by thoughtful, knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend!”

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9.Hiking experience in the north of Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $84

From southern Gran Canaria, your guide chooses the day’s best northern route based on weather, seasonal flowers, and trail conditions. Expect about nine hours, a maximum of eight people, hotel pickup, mountain scenery, and either a restaurant lunch or picnic. Guide Maciej leads the experience in English.

“Had a great experience good guide some beautiful scenery and flora A lovely change cooler in North of Gran Canaria.”

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10.Hiking to Roque Nublo with 2 authorised guides

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $93

Join native guides Inés and Juanjo for a small-group trip from Maspalomas to Roque Nublo. You’ll hike about 3 km, hear island history and legends, enjoy sandwiches and local fruit, and stop in San Bartolomé de Tirajana. The van carries no more than six passengers.

“Inez and Juan are a super cool couple! Juan is a top driver who picks you up at your hotel and drops you off again. Ines provides lots of facts about the island and everything around it. You also get a lot of explanation during the walk! Definitely recommended to book here. We had a super fun day! Since this year you can no longer go to Roque Nublo by car, you have to reserve your place and go by public transport. With Juan and Ines you get a nice (musical) car ride with lots of explanation about the flora and other facts of the island. It is in small…”

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11.Hiking in the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria: UNESCO

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $107

Join Sofie and Eulalia from Mogán Verde for a seven-hour English-language hike through Gran Canaria’s sacred mountains. Walk 7 km from Roque Nublo to Roque Bentayga and Mesa de Acusa, with 200 metres of ascent and 380 metres of descent. Groups are limited to eight people.

“The great knowledge and enthusiasm of the guides. Amazing scenery from the perfect choice of trails. Amazed by the rapidly changing weather conditions.”

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12.City, Harbor, and Beach Walking-Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6 reviews · from $14Best value

Meet an English-speaking local guide by the Las Palmas sign near Santa Catalina bus station. Over 1.5 hours and about 4.4 kilometers, walk the harbor, Isleta, Playa de Las Canteras, markets, and city squares. Afterward, use the route map and WhatsApp support to keep exploring.

“Tour interessante nei dintorni del porto e sul lungomare”

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13.Hikes Roque Nublo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Walk 8 km from El Aserrador pass to Roque Nublo with a guide such as Sophie, gaining 350 meters through pine forests and open mountain views. The 8.5-hour outing includes pickup, private transport, water, and a breakfast picnic. Expect winding roads and moderate physical effort.

“Fantastic hike to roque nublo about 8km moderate hike. Sophie was friendly & knowledgeable interesting facts about the hike Gran Canaria flora & fauna. Lovely setting for the provided picnic. Fabulous views above the clouds in the mountains. Loved it. The drive to the start is an experience on winding mountain roads.”

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14.Privat Botanic Garden Tour & opt. hike Extension

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $34

Take a private, easy-paced walk through Jardín Botánico Canario Viera y Clavijo with an English, Spanish, or German-speaking guide. See Canary Island plants, Macaronesian forest, pine trees, cacti, and ravines, then choose the Old City, more garden time, or an optional hike back to Las Palmas.

“Thank you for an interesting guided tour. Beautiful views, plants and trees. It was very nice to get to know also this area of Gran Canaria. We will recommend this tour to our friends and acquaintances, thank you!”

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