Full-day tour of Gran Canaria’s mountains and salt flats
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Full-day tour of Gran Canaria’s mountains and salt flats

4.2/5

Excellent
130 reviews
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£43.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • On this daytrip you'll discover the colourful mountain landscapes of Barranco de Los Azulejos
  • There's time to wander around the charming fishing village of Agaete and taste fresh seafood
  • You'll soak up wow-factor views of Dragon's Tail from the Balcón viewpoint
  • At the Salinas de Tenefé there's a guided tour with a taste of the freshly harvested salts
  • Your local guide will share their expert insights on the diverse landscapes of Gran Canaria
What to expect

Discover Gran Canaria's best-kept secrets on this full day tour. Starting on the sun-kissed side of the island in Mogán, this adventure is all about uncovering hidden spots, landscapes, and culture. Luca, one of our expert, local guides, says, ‘Gran Canaria's landscapes are so diverse, it's like visiting different countries in one trip – deserts, mountains, and lush valleys all in one place. With some of the most scenic routes on the cards, this tour is pure road trip goals.'

You'll kickstart with serious wow-factor views cruising through Barranco de Los Azulejos – also known as Rainbow Valley. These multi-coloured mountains are totally one-of-a-kind and guaranteed to blow your mind. Then, you'll dive deeper into the heart of the island, and arrive at La Aldea. Local guide Sam spills the beans, ‘this area is known as the island's pantry because it's bursting with goodies – from mangos and veggies to those famous La Aldea tomatoes. And don't miss the avocados – they're the creamiest you'll ever taste.' Get your camera ready for some Insta-gold pics and soak up the chill village charm.

Next, you'll drive to Agaete where the zig-zag cliffs of Dragon's Tail and Faneque cliff are perfect backdrops for your camera roll – you might even spot Mount Teide on a clear day. In Agaete you'll have free time to check out the local scene and grab a bite to eat. Then, we'll hit the showstopper Balcón viewpoint – you'll feel on top of the world – before wrapping things up at Salinas de Tenefé. Be wowed by the pink salt flats on a guided tour of the site, followed by a unique tasting experience.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
TUI España Turismo, S.L.U, with Tax Number B08089187 and Travel License Number GCMD-4
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.2 /5

Based on 130 reviews from verified customers


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  • S

    SueH

    Verified booking

    5

    16 September 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends


    Staff very informative and very helpful. A thing that we all really appreciated was the information on toilet stops!

  • M

    Malcolm

    Verified booking

    3

    12 September 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Turned up twenty minutes late and we had to sit in the back of a small minibus ( 8 seater ) with no air conditioning for the full 8 hour tour . We enjoyed the views and scenery and places we stopped at but most of all getting out of the minibus for fresh air

  • B

    Ben

    Verified booking

    4.6

    10 September 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Saw a lot of the island, it is mostly driving all day is only a couple of stops, but the mini bus was modern with big windows

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    TUI Guests

    Verified booking

    4.2

    2 August 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Was a good day if you had the chance to ask anything about the trip as the 30 guest that were on were three different groups in three different mini buses and the guide was communicating though a Telecom system

  • K

    Kirk

    Verified booking

    1

    7 July 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Absolute waste of a day. Requesting a refund due to the following: Delayed Start - Over 1 hour, no communication Lack of Information Unprofessional Conduct Poor Planning & Content Underwhelming Attractions The tour lasted 8 hours, but at least 5 of those were spent sitting in a van. The actual content of the tour was minimal, disorganized, and in some cases, entirely absent. Given that we were only on a 7-day holiday, losing an entire day to a poorly executed experience is simply unacceptable.

  • P

    Patricia

    Verified booking

    5

    27 June 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    This day trip is “must do”. Perfect for all, I really enjoyed the whole day. Views are spectacular and driving around mountains is a different level. Advertisement is not clear and when booking this trip is saying “ENGLISH” but on the day we found out that guide speaks English and German. So this experience should include that information. Bus driver arrived 40min late and that’s why is 9/10 and not 10/10 I would do this day trip again, perfect to escape form heat and sun form the hotel area.

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