Description
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The GR131 Gran Canaria is the third island of the long distance route.
Gran Canaria is a unique addition to the GR131, a route it was not originally part of. Yet this rugged island was added later, and the markings on the route are now also present. From the northwest to the south you walk over 85 kilometers, divided into 5 stages. Along the way you will stay in carefully selected accommodations; atmospheric places such as old fincas, cave houses, and casas rurales, far from mass tourism.
What makes Gran Canaria so special? This island offers an abundance of nature, breathtaking views, the Tamadaba nature reserve and the coffee valley in the northwest. The north is quiet and humid, while the south is known for its dry, touristy appearance. Gran Canaria is characterized by large differences in altitude, with a total of 1736 altitude meters. Every day you walk an average of 15 kilometers on unpaved paths, so good walking fitness is indispensable.
*We have planned one or two extra walking days for this trip!
- Prices are based on 2 persons
- Trekking along special views
- Part of the GR131
- Beautiful rough interior
- Reservoirs
- Special overnight stays Casas Rurales
- Roque Nuble & Tejeda
- Extra hikingday
1| Arrival in Las Palmas
Upon arrival at the airport you will be taken to your accommodation in Agaete. You will spend the night in a nice accommodation, with breakfast. There is a supermarket if you want to take food and drinks with you for the next day. Do this because the first day is a tough day without encountering a restaurant or supermarket.
2| Departure Puerto de las Nieves to Artenara
From the port you leave for Artenara via the Tamada nature reserve. An area that has been declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. You will see the fabulous natural indigenous Canarian pine forests on the mountain tops, the dizzying steep cliffs of the almost inaccessible coast and the rich biodiversity of the ravines. Today you ascend to 1300 meters. The first 8 km go to 1200 meters. A spectacular walk up to Artenara. Artenara is a small mountain village. Here you will find several cave houses that have been inhabited to this day and the chapel built in a cave in honor of the Virgen de la Cuevita. You will stay in a cave with a view over the middle point of Gran Canaria. This is a unique experience! Be surprised.
Distance: 20 km
Elevation difference: +1660 up / – 440 down
3| Artenara Tejeda, Extra stage
This is an additional stage. Tejeda is one of the nicest villages in Gran Canaria. On the way from Artenara to Tejda you walk through Cruz de Tejeda, take a look at the stalls and take a moment of rest here. In terms of weather, it can be cold and foggy here, or sunny. The journey to your nice Hostel with the most fantastic view goes via Tejeda, where there are many food and drink options. Lots of forest and a change in weather. Once over the top, the clouds remain on the north side and you enter a different climate. This is not always, but often!
Distance: 11 km
Elevation difference: +570 up / – 740 down
4| Tejeda extra hike or restday
Tejeda has been declared one of the most beautiful towns in Spain. That’s why you get two nights here. You can use the extra day as a walking day or you can use this day as a rest day. We will give you an extra walking route to explore the most beautiful area.
Distance: 10 km
Elevation difference: +580 up / – 580 down
5| Departure from Tejeda to San Bartolomé de Tirajana
You continue to the highest point of this trek. The town of Cruz de la Tejeda is on the route, where you can take a break. The most beautiful part of the tour of Gran Canaria. The change in weather, the sheep walking everywhere, the silence, and the spectacular views. A tough journey but a very beautiful one! Once you reach the top, the descent to San Bartolomé de Tirajana begins. From 1700 meters to 900 meters. Overnight stay in a Casa Rural in the middle of Tunte.
Distance: 20 km
Elevation difference: +810 up / – 990 down
6| Departure San Bartolomé de Tirajana to Fataga Arteara
A relatively short walking day today. From San Bartolomé you leave descending to our next accommodation where we arrive in time to have an afternoon of rest. For those who want there is a long walk.
Distance 1: 10 km
Elevation difference: +90 up / – 630 down
Distance 2: 20 km
Elevation difference: +430 up / – 1030 down
7| Departure for Maspalomas
The last stage of this journey goes mostly downhill to Maspalomas. You walk through the barranco towards Maspalomas. A long descending road, with a bit more activity. The end point of this route is at the lighthouse, in Maspalomas, in the middle of bustling tourism. A nice accommodation awaits you here where you will stay for another 1 night.
Distance: 18 km
Elevation difference: +164 up / – 458 down
* it is possible to stay 2 nights in Maspalomas. 1 Night in Tejeda will be canceled.
8| Departure
Information about the return journey
If you have booked an 8-day trip, you will be dropped off at the airport. If you want to stay a few extra days, that is also possible. We will help you with this.
Including
- Travel time: 8 days
- Transfer airport to Accommodation
- Individual trek over 75 km
- Including Lugagetransfer
- Accommodations mostly with breakfast
- Hiking pin from Canary Hiking
- Travel guarantee STO
Exclusive
- Outward and return journey
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- All meals and drinks except breakfast
- Booking costs €20.00
- Possible single room supplement € 295.00
- Transfers outside the program
- Luggage transport supplement for 1 person
Our special accommodations
The hiking pin of the GR131
Our unique hiking pin. Each island has its own color. You get this hiking pin when you complete the GR131 Camino Naturales on one of the seven islands. With a group tour you get this at the end of the trip. With an individual trip you take a stamp ticket with you that you have signed off at different locations. With this card you will receive your earned hiking pin. You are eligible for this if the trip is booked with Canary Hiking!
Colors
Each island has its own color. Did you walk the 630 km and save all the colors together? Then you will receive a unique pin from us!
Distance
85 km
Difficulty
Medium
Up
3630 m.
Down
3640 m.
🥾 Conquer the Canary Islands, Collect Unique Pins! 🏅
Trek the GR131 Camino Naturales and collect a special Canary Hiking pin for each completed island – each in a unique color to symbolize your achievement!
Group trip? Receive your colorful pin at the end of the tour.
Solo adventurer? Collect stamps on your card at each milestone and we will send your pin!
Can I help you further?
Non-binding and personal. I would like to help you further, via e-mail, telephone or whatsapp button on the site. We are available 7 days a week. During the weekend it can take a few hours before you can get a response from me.
