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Experience the Best of Gran Canaria: Culture, Nature & Adventure!
Your adventure begins in Vega de San Mateo, where you will spend four nights in a charming rural hotel with swimming pool, recognized by the Canarian government. Start your days with a local breakfast and stroll through the colorful market full of fresh produce. Walk along the impressive crater of the Bandama Caldera and admire the green surroundings of Teror, with its colorful balconies and famous basilica.
From San Mateo you drive to the spectacular viewpoints of Montaña Cabreja, Degollada de Becerra and Los Pechos. From Pico de las Nieves you can enjoy panoramic mountain landscapes and short walks.
After four days of culture and nature you head to the quiet La Aldea de San Nicolás, where you will spend three nights. Along the way you can stop at the rainbow-colored Los Azulejos or the impressive Barranco de Guayadeque with cave houses and traditional Canarian dishes. In La Aldea, the unique Cactualdea Park awaits you with thousands of cacti and a Guanche cave.
For the adventurous, the Guguy massif beckons, which leads you to the remote Playa de Güigüí, an unspoilt paradise. Or choose a relaxing day at the beach of La Aldea, accessible via a characteristic tunnel. Want to relax even more? Then visit the atmospheric Puerto de Mogán.
You travel comfortably with a rental car, which will be ready for you upon arrival at the airport. Experience Gran Canaria with the perfect mix of nature, culture, adventure and Canarian charm.
Book your adventure on Gran Canaria now!
- Vega de San Mateo: Colorful Market & Atmospheric Stay
- Teror & Bandama Caldera: Hiking & Exploring
- Car Class A (Optional B, C)
- Panoramic Views
- La Aldea de San Nicolás: Colorful Nature & Cactus Garden
- Special Overnight Stays with Breakfast
- Adventure in Guguy & Relaxing at Playa de Güigüí or La Aldea Beach
- La Aldea & Tejeda or Vega de San Mateo
1| Arrival in Las Palmas
A car will be waiting for you upon arrival in Gran Canaria. Simply report to the Car Rental at the airport, where you will receive your keys and your adventure can begin.
Your first stay is in Vega de San Mateo or, if you prefer, in Tejeda. Breakfast is included, so that you can start each day well.
2| Natural beauty and panoramic views
Today is all about nature and views. You start the day with a visit to one of the most beautiful and largest botanical gardens in Spain: the Jardín Botánico Viera y Clavijo. Here you can walk through no less than 27 hectares full of exotic plants and flowers, including more than 500 endemic Canarian species. You drive into the mountain landscape. The drive leads towards the Mirador de Montaña Cabreja, with views over Vega de San Mateo and the surrounding mountains. Then follows the spectacular Mirador Degollada de Becerra, where you have a wide panorama over the Caldera de Tejeda and the iconic Roque Bentayga.
The absolute highlight of the day is reaching Los Pechos (Pico de las Nieves), the highest point of Gran Canaria at 1,949 meters. Here starts a beautiful walk that you get from us.
Distance: 9.5 km
Duration: 3.5 hours
Difficulty: Average
Up: 440 mt / Down: 440 mt
3| Teror
Every Sunday from 09:00 to 15:00, the centre of Teror, around the Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pino, turns into a bustling market. This market, one of the oldest on the island with a history of two centuries, offers a range of local products such as chorizo de Teror, cheeses, honey, pastries, religious articles, textiles and handicrafts. The green hills and ravines around Teror offer beautiful hiking opportunities. We will give you a fantastic beautiful walk.
Distance: 6 km
Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy / Average
Up: 240 mt / Down: 240 mt
4| Walk in the Bandama Caldera: A natural pearl on Gran Canaria
The Bandama Caldera is an impressive volcanic crater and one of the most unique natural areas on Gran Canaria. This special place invites you to an adventurous walk that takes you along rugged crater walls, lush vegetation and breathtaking views.
Distance: 3.5 km
Duration: 1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy / Medium
5 | Los Azulejos de Veneguera & Barranco de Guayadeque
Los Azulejos de Veneguera, also known as the “rainbow rocks” of Gran Canaria, are one of the most colorful and photogenic natural phenomena on the island. A landscape of rock formations in vibrant shades of green, blue, red and ochre. These striking colors are the result of millions of years of volcanic activity and hydrothermal processes, in which minerals such as iron and copper oxidized and gave the rocks their characteristic appearance. We will provide you with the walking route.
Distance: 7 km
Duration: 3.5 hours
Difficulty: Medium
Up: 520 mt / Down: 520 mt
The Barranco de Guayadeque is one of the most impressive and diverse natural areas of Gran Canaria. This 20 kilometre long gorge, located between the municipalities of Agüimes and Ingenio, offers a unique combination of spectacular nature.
6| Free day
7 | Walking to Cactualdea
Cactualdea Park is a unique cactus park located in La Aldea de San Nicolás, on the west coast of Gran Canaria. The park is home to more than 1,200 species of cacti and succulents from countries such as Mexico, Madagascar, Guatemala and Bolivia, spread over an area of 15,000 m².
Distance: 11 km
Duration: 3.5 hours
Difficulty: Average
Up: 300 mt / Down: 300 mt
8 | Information about the return journey
If you have booked an 8-day trip, you leave the car at the airport. If you want to stay a few extra days, that is also possible. We will help you with this.
* The daily schedule and the variety of walks can be adjusted to your wishes.
Inclusive
- Travel duration: 8 days
- Car
- Individual hikes
- Complete diary with day to day program!
- Nice accommodations with private room and bathroom
- With breakfast (optional with packed lunch)
- WhatsApp support
- STO travel guarantee
Exclusive
- There and back journey
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- All meals and drinks outside the package tour offered
- Booking costs
Our special accommodations & Luxury Hostels
Frequently Asked Questions
Hoe zwaar is de wandeltocht op La Gomera?
De GR131 trektocht op La Gomera wordt beschouwd als een uitdagende route, ideaal voor wandelaars met een goede fysieke conditie. De trektocht is niet geschikt voor absolute beginners, omdat de route veel hoogteverschillen en soms steile klim- en afdaalpaden bevat.
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Gemiddelde afstand per dag: Ongeveer 15-20 km per dag.
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Hoogtemeters: De trektocht heeft een totaal van ongeveer 4000 hoogtemeters (op- en afdalingen).
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Type terrein: Je wandelt over onverharde paden, door bergachtige gebieden, rotskloofjes, en laurierbossen.
How do I get from the airport to Vega de San Mateo?
Upon arrival at Gran Canaria Airport, your rental car will be waiting for you. Simply check in at the desk at the airport and you’re ready to start your adventure.
What kind of accommodation is included?
You’ll stay in charming rural hotels, recognized and recommended by the Canary Islands government. The hotels feature comfortable rooms, local charm, and in San Mateo, a swimming pool.
Are the hikes suitable for beginners?
Many of the walks, like those around Bandama Caldera, Teror, and Cactualdea Park, are suitable for beginners or those with a moderate fitness level. The hike to Playa de Güigüí is more challenging and recommended for experienced hikers.
Can I visit the local markets?
Yes! In Vega de San Mateo, the lively farmers’ market takes place every Saturday and Sunday, and the famous Sunday market in Teror is a must-visit for local crafts and food.
Is the trip family-friendly?
Definitely! The itinerary includes a mix of activities suitable for all ages, from cultural visits and light hikes to beach days and cactus garden exploration.
Can I customize the itinerary?
Gran Canaria offers pleasant weather year-round, but spring and autumn provide ideal temperatures for hiking and sightseeing.
