TELDE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Cernicalos Canyon: Descend Telde’s original jungle gorge
A 4-hour guided canyoning route in Telde that pairs a short mountain hike and geology briefing with waterfall slides and abseiling—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Cernicalos Canyon: Descend Telde’s original jungle gorge.
Experience the thrill of canyoning through Gran Canaria’s original jungle: a guided, four-hour outing that begins with a short mountain trail, moves into a flowing canyon for slides and abseils, and returns along an old ridge trail with caves and views.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Gran Canaria’s original jungle and waterfalls
Descend through the island’s native jungle and waterfalls in a canyon where water flows every day — a setting that feels remote despite its location in Telde.
Progressive skills: slides then abseils
The route opens with short slides to get participants moving, then the guide teaches abseiling techniques and participants try abseils themselves with a safety extra rope; different techniques are covered in each section of the canyon.
From ridge trail to canyon floor and back
After a 15-minute walk along a mountain trail to a high vantage point for geology and history notes, the group descends to the canyon floor for the water-based section and later returns via an old trail with views and caves.
What the day feels like
What the 4-hour canyon feels like
The adventure begins at a parking area where you get fitted with gear, then a brief mountain walk leads to a high ridge for a geology briefing before the descent into a wet canyon. Expect playful slides, guided abseils (with the opportunity to try them yourself on a safety rope), and a measured progression through different canyoning techniques before returning along an old trail with striking views and caves.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring mountain boots or sport shoes, swimsuit, light clothes (T-shirt, shorts), sun protection, water, towel, dry clothes and dry shoes for after the activity.
The operator provides a professional canyon guide and equipment (wetsuit, harness, helmet and bag), plus insurance, a snack and pictures. Transport is not included—ask the operator for options.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The canyoning experience lasts about 4 hours.
Where do we meet?
You meet at the parking area where you will receive all the equipment before the walk and descent.
Is prior canyoning experience required?
No experience is needed; guides teach the techniques and a normal level of fitness is sufficient.
What's included in the price?
Included are a professional canyon guide, equipment (wetsuit, harness, helmet and bag), insurance, a snack and pictures. Transport is not included.
What should I bring?
Bring mountain boots or sport shoes, a swimsuit, light clothes, sun protection, water, a towel, and dry clothes and shoes for after the activity.