Gran Canaria: volcano, Roque Nublo and sunset tour with food tasting
4.9945 reviews
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10-hour tour with pickup to Bandama Caldera, Cruz de Tejeda, a hike to Roque Nublo and sunset on Pico de las Nieves, with a tasting lunch. Rated 4.9/5 from 945 reviews.
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- English, Spanish
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 10 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
- Bandama, Tejeda and Tirajana calderas
- Hike up to Roque Nublo
- Tasting lunch in Tejeda
- Sunset on Pico de las Nieves
- Honey rum shot to end the day
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Our take
It packs the best of the interior into one day: volcanoes, Roque Nublo on foot and sunset from the island's highest point, with lunch sorted. It's pricey for a group tour, but the 4.9/5 rating backs it up. Only worth it if you can handle a short but steep climb.
What's included
- Pickup and drop-off in the south and Las Palmas
- Air-conditioned transport
- Guide and guided hike
- Tasting lunch (French fusion dishes)
- Honey rum shot at sunset (weather permitting)
- Photos taken by the guide
- Accident insurance
Not included
- Tips
Good to know
What to bring
- Hiking shoes
- Warm clothes and a jacket
- Water and snacks
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- Rain gear
Not suitable for
- Children under 5
- Pregnant women
- People with mobility impairments
- People with heart problems
- People over 80
Things to keep in mind
- The Roque Nublo hike is 3.5 km return with 200 m of ascent on rocky ground
- No toilets during the hike
- You return late, possibly after hotel dinner time
- Sandals and flip-flops are not allowed
Meeting point
Pickup in Maspalomas, Bahía Feliz, Meloneras, Taurito, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Puerto Rico, Mogán, Arguineguín or Patalavaca.
The exact pickup time and point appear when you check availability.
The experience
What you will see
- Bandama Caldera from the peak, with views over much of the island.
- The Cruz de Tejeda market, with local produce.
- Roque Nublo, reached on foot, in a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
- The Tirajana caldera and the central summits.
- Sunset from Pico de las Nieves, the highest point in Gran Canaria.
How it works
You're picked up in the morning and start at Bandama. Next comes Cruz de Tejeda, with time for the market and a tasting lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon you hike to Roque Nublo (around three hours with stops) and finish on Pico de las Nieves to watch the sunset before heading back to your hotel.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone who wants to see the volcanic interior without driving.
- Anyone who wants to hike Roque Nublo and catch the sunset in the summits on the same day.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone without good fitness or with knee problems.
- Anyone who wants to be back for hotel dinner.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments; good fitness required.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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Related reading on our guides
→ Roque Nublo hike: how to get up, where to park and what to see nearby
Roque Nublo hike: the booking needed from 9:00 to 17:00, where to park now La Goleta is closed, the shuttle bus, trail time and what to see nearby.
→ What to see in Gran Canaria: dunes, summits, Vegueta and Puerto de Mogán
Gran Canaria guide: the Maspalomas Dunes, Roque Nublo, Vegueta, Las Canteras, Puerto de Mogán and the northern towns. How many days, where to stay and how to get around.
→ Maspalomas Dunes: how to visit, what to see and what not to do
Maspalomas Dunes guide: access points, buses, permitted paths and fines, La Charca and the lighthouse, the €18 camel ride and the best time to go.
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