LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA BUS TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Tesoros de Gran Canaria: Seven hours from Las Palmas into Guayadeque, Mogán and the Maspalomas dunes
A personalized 7-hour guided exploration from Las Palmas that visits Valle de Guayadeque, Puerto de Mogán and the Dunas de Maspalomas—this guide lays out what to expect, what to bring and the practical details for the day.
Tesoros de Gran Canaria: Seven hours from Las Palmas into Guayadeque, Mogán and the Maspalomas dunes.
Set out on a measured, single-day sweep of Gran Canaria’s southern treasures: a shaded, cave-dotted valley fed by a perennial stream; an elegant seaside village of canals, beaches and boats; and a protected dune system where a palm grove and a brackish lagoon meet an expansive beach. The tour runs seven hours and is led by professionally trained guides who keep groups deliberately small to preserve a personal, interpretive experience.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Valle de Guayadeque: cave dwellings and a living stream
The excursion begins in Valle de Guayadeque — literally “place where water runs” — a protected Monumento Natural threaded by a small year‑round arroyo. In the rock face of the barranco lies Los Marteles, a cluster of casas‑cueva including a chapel and an exotic restaurant excavated into the stone.
Puerto de Mogán: marina charm and white sand
Puerto de Mogán shifts from fishing village to one of the south’s most elegant seaside quarters, where fishing boats, yachts and leisure craft share a harborside setting. A fine white‑sand beach fronts a pedestrianized promenade built over small channels, with gardens, shops and restaurants; the tour allows about an hour of free time for a swim or lunch.
Dunas de Maspalomas: dunes, palmeral and a coastal lagoon
The Reserve Natural Especial Protegida of Maspalomas spans roughly 400 hectares that include an outstanding beach, living dune fields of organic sand, a palm grove and a brackish laguna used by migratory birds. Guides accompany the group to the lighthouse and La Charca before leaving time to roam the dunes and bathe.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
This is a paced, interpretive day trip: professionally trained guides lead a small group (capped at 25) through three emblematic southern sites over the course of seven hours. The flow moves from the sheltered, historic valley to the seaside elegance of Puerto de Mogán, finishing at the vast, protected Maspalomas dunes where the guide explains the ecosystem before guests take free time to explore and swim.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided outing lasts 7 hours. The meeting location is listed as Gran Canaria with transfers included from a meeting point near your hotel.
Use comfortable clothing and footwear; bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, a cap and water.
Included: transfers from a meeting point near your hotel, guided stops at Valle de Guayadeque, Puerto de Mogán and the Dunas de Maspalomas, an official guide and insurance. Not included: lunch and drinks.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The excursion lasts 7 hours.
Where does the tour meet?
The meeting location is listed as Gran Canaria; the service includes transfers from a meeting point near your hotel.
What is the minimum age to participate?
The minimum age to take part in this activity is 6 years.
What is included in the reservation?
Included are transfers from a meeting point near your hotel, guided stops at the three listed sites (Valle de Guayadeque, Puerto de Mogán and Las Dunas de Maspalomas), an official guide and insurance.
Is lunch included?
No. Lunch and drinks are not included; there is about one hour of free time in Puerto de Mogán for those who wish to eat (not included).
How large are the groups?
Groups are limited to a maximum of 25 participants to keep the experience personalized.