Gran Canaria: Red Canyon of Tirajana tour with local tasting and a swim in Arinaga
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An 8-hour guided trip through the Tirajana caldera, the Fortaleza de Ansite, Santa Lucía and the Barranco de las Vacas, with a local food tasting, lunch and a final swim in Arinaga. Rated 4.7/5 from 325 reviews.
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- English, Spanish
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Guide languages
- English · Spanish
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- 5+
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- El Guriete viewpoint and the Tirajana caldera
- Aboriginal site of the Fortaleza de Ansite
- Tasting and lunch in Santa Lucía de Tirajana
- Walk through the Barranco de las Vacas
- Swim in the fishing village of Arinaga
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Our take
It's one of the most complete trips for seeing the south-east interior without a car, combining scenery, aboriginal history, local food and the beach. The Barranco de las Vacas is short but very photogenic.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned transport
- Guide
- Local product tasting
- Lunch
- Activity insurance
- Photos taken by the guide
Not included
- Tips
Good to know
What to bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Closed hiking shoes
- Hat, sunscreen and water
- A jacket or layers
Not suitable for
- Children under 5
- Pregnant women
- People with reduced mobility
- People over 80
- People with pre-existing medical conditions
Things to keep in mind
- Includes a 650-metre walk with 40 metres of elevation gain on uneven ground
- One slightly exposed section has an alternative path for anyone afraid of heights
- No toilets at the Fortaleza or the Barranco de las Vacas
- Winding roads; bring motion sickness tablets if needed
- Up to 20 people per group
Meeting point
Pickup in Maspalomas, Meloneras, Bahía Feliz, Puerto Rico, Puerto de Mogán, Taurito, Patalavaca, Arguineguín or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
The exact pickup time and spot are shown when you check availability.
The experience
What you will see
- The Tirajana caldera from the El Guriete viewpoint.
- The Fortaleza de Ansite, with caves and sacred sites of the ancient Canarians.
- The village of Santa Lucía de Tirajana.
- The reddish walls of the Barranco de las Vacas.
- The beach in the fishing village of Arinaga.
How it works
You're picked up from your hotel and taken by coach to the El Guriete viewpoint. You cross the caldera, visit the Fortaleza with the guide, have lunch and taste local products in Santa Lucía, walk the Barranco de las Vacas and finish with a swim in Arinaga before heading back.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to see the interior and aboriginal history in one day.
- Families with children aged 5 and over.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone who gets carsick on mountain roads.
- People with reduced mobility.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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