Gran Canaria: wild north coast sunset tour with natural pools
4.9100 reviews
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A 9-hour small-group trip along the natural pools and cliffs of northern and western Gran Canaria, with a seaside picnic, a homemade cocktail and sunset from the Mirador del Balcón. Rated 4.9/5 from 100 reviews.
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- English, German
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Guide languages
- English · German
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- 5+
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Sunset from the Mirador del Balcón
- Five natural pools on the north coast
- Optional swim in one of them
- Seaside picnic with a homemade cocktail
- Sardina lighthouse and beach in Gáldar
- Pickup from your accommodation
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Our take
It's very different from the usual coach excursions, focused on the less touristy north coast and built for people who enjoy photography. It's a long day, but finishing with a sunset more than 300 metres above the Atlantic makes it worthwhile.
What's included
- Licensed local guide
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Air-conditioned van transport
- Light picnic
- One bottle of water per person
- A homemade cocktail
- Swimming goggles for the natural pool
- Insurance
Not included
- Towel and change of clothes for swimming
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Towel and dry clothes if you want to swim
Not suitable for
- Children under 5
- People with reduced mobility
Things to keep in mind
- Runs only once a week
- Swimming depends on weather and tide
- Very winding roads; bring motion sickness tablets if you need them
- The sunset depends on cloud cover; clear skies can't be guaranteed
Meeting point
Pickup in Sonnenland, Maspalomas, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Bahía Feliz.
Pickup is around 12:00 (give or take an hour depending on the season and sunset time); the exact time is shown when you book.
The experience
What you will see
- Lava natural pools on the north coast, mostly used by locals.
- The Sardina lighthouse and Sardina beach, with its cave houses.
- The west coast cliffs and Agaete.
- The sunset from the Mirador del Balcón.
How it works
You're picked up at midday from your accommodation and head north by van. You stop at several natural pools (with an optional swim at one), have a picnic and cocktail by the sea, continue through Gáldar and Agaete, and finish watching the sunset from the Mirador del Balcón before heading back.
Who I recommend it for
- Photography lovers.
- Anyone who wants to see the less touristy side of Gran Canaria.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone who gets carsick on winding roads.
- Families with children under 5.
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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