Maspalomas: camel ride through the dunes
30-minute guided camel ride through the Maspalomas Dunes, on a comfortable two-seat saddle with Sahrawi guides. Rated 4.5/5 from more than 5,000 reviews.
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Photo credits
- Marcela Střelcová, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Himarerme, Dominio público, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Josef Gradinger, CC0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- dronepicr, CC BY 2.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Tony Hisgett, CC BY 2.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
- Discasto, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons · source
Practical details
- Duration
- 30 minutes
- Guide languages
- English · Spanish · German
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Instant confirmation
- Right after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- 30-minute ride through the dunes
- Comfortable two-seat saddle
- Sahrawi guides
- Under-3s ride free with their parents
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Our take
It's short and touristy, but cheap and very well run, and the easiest way into the dunes with children. Go early or late afternoon to avoid the heat and harsh light.
What's included
- 30-minute camel ride (first come, first served)
- Insurance
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
What to bring
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Insect repellent
- Comfortable clothes
Not suitable for
- People with reduced mobility
- People with vertigo
- People over 100 kg
Things to keep in mind
- Maximum weight: 100 kg
- Rides are first come, first served, so there may be a short wait
Meeting point
Camel Safari, C. Oceanía, Maspalomas.
Go straight to the site; rides are first come, first served. It isn't well signposted until you arrive.
The experience
What you will see
- The Maspalomas Dunes nature reserve.
- The desert landscape facing the Atlantic.
- The camels and their Sahrawi handlers.
How it works
You arrive at the site in Maspalomas, wait your turn and climb onto a two-seat saddle. The guides lead the camels on a half-hour loop through the dunes.
Who I recommend it for
- Families with young children.
- Anyone wanting an iconic photo in the dunes.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Anyone looking for a long or adventurous activity.
- People over 100 kg.
Accessibility
Not accessible 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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Can children come?
Is there a weight limit?
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Related reading on our guides
→ Maspalomas Dunes: how to visit, what to see and what not to do
Maspalomas Dunes guide: how to get there, permitted routes, La Charca and the lighthouse, the camel ride, the best time and the nature reserve's rules.
→ 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.
→ Roque Nublo hike: how to get up, where to park and what to see nearby
Guide to hiking Roque Nublo: the trail from La Goleta, difficulty, parking, best time, weather and what to see nearby (Pico de las Nieves, Tejeda, Bentayga).
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