Add dates

Gran CanariaBeach trips

Our most recommended Gran Canaria Beach trips

Las Palmas: Las Canteras Beach Snorkeling Trip

1. Las Palmas: Las Canteras Beach Snorkeling Trip

Take a trip beneath the crystal clear waters of Las Canteras off the coast of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. and see a menagerie of lively ocean life. As you explore the seabed, your knowledgeable guides will make sure that you're comfortable and safe at all times. Meet your guide at Las Canteras beach. Jump into the water after putting on your equipment and receiving a brief safety tutorial. Once underwater, you’ll be immersed in a world of aquatic beauty.  See some of the octopi, parrotfish, sea cucumbers, rays, and other fish that are native to the area. Spot marine life hiding in the rocks with the help of your eagle-eyed guide. Use small identification boards to make it easier to identify different species of fish. Learn about the geology and ecosystem off of the Playa de Las Canteras. Snorkelers of all levels will find this excursion to be fun and fascinating. Spend 1 to 1.5 hours in the water, reaching a maximum depth of 5 meters. Enjoy refreshments of water and fresh fruit after your tour.

Lomo Quiebre: Guided Kayak and Snorkeling Tour

2. Lomo Quiebre: Guided Kayak and Snorkeling Tour

Explore the coast around Lomo Quiebre on this guided kayaking tour. Uncover the world under the waves with the use of snorkeling gear. Keep your energy up with a complimentary granola bar and refreshing sports drink along the way. Meet your guide and get set up with your kayaking gear. Set off from the golden sands of Mogan beach and admire views of the village as you begin your kayaking adventure. Glide under towering white cliffs and enter volcanic caves with your kayak. Indulge your inner adrenaline junky with the option to jump into the sea from cliffs. Visit famous caves where you can snap excellent photos to share with friends on Instagram or other forms of social media Put on a wetsuit and plunge into the water with your snorkeling gear. Swim through clouds of sliver fish and look for sea life like octopus and coral. Return to your starting point at the end of your tour.

Las Canteras Scuba Diving

3. Las Canteras Scuba Diving

Suitable for beginners, learn to scuba dive off in one of Gran Canaria's best diving spots. Meet your guide at the local partner's office and receive an introduction to scuba diving. Learn more about the various marine species you will discover during the day. From there, travel to Las Canteras. Once you arrive be equipped with all the necessary equipment as well as material to help you identify the species in the area. Then enter the water and begin your diving adventure.

Gran Canaria: 1 to 3 Person Parasail over Anfi Beach

4. Gran Canaria: 1 to 3 Person Parasail over Anfi Beach

Enjoy unobstructed bird's-eye views of Gran Canaria as you fly above the sea accompanied by one or two friends on this breathtaking parasailing adventure. Begin your activity with a brief introduction and safety review, and then you’ll be ready to take to the air. Embark on a boat which will take you out to sea. When you reach the parasailing spot, lift smoothly off the ground as your parachute opens and you get higher and higher in the sky. Watch as the sea falls away below you and you experience the feeling of free flight above the Gran Canaria coastline. Feel the breeze in your hair and the sun on your face as you fly through the sky on a 10-minute flight.

Las Canteras: Snorkeling Private Guided Tour

5. Las Canteras: Snorkeling Private Guided Tour

With full snorkelling equipment: wetsuit, mask, snorkel and fins, after an explanation of the tour and how we will use the snorkel, we will take a walk along the beach of Las Canteras to get to know, identify, learn and respect the marine environment. Its fish and plants. Enjoying in a relaxed and fun way its wonderful and colourful species. 2 hours where we will be together enjoying an incomparable environment within the city. We will take some photos so that you have a nice souvenir of the experience.

Puerto del Carmen: Catamaran Trip with Water Sports

6. Puerto del Carmen: Catamaran Trip with Water Sports

Board a shared or private catamaran in Puerto del Carmen and head to Playa Papagayo. Sit back and relax as you admire the scenic views and enjoy drinks and snacks. Take the opportunity to enjoy snorkeling, standup paddleboarding, kayaking, or more extreme watersports like donuting. Depart from Puerto del Carmen and pass through Puerto Calero, Playa Quemada on your way to Playa Papagayo, enjoying the unique beauty of the Lanzarote coast along the way. Once moored, savor seasonal fruits, cheese, and sausages along with a selection of drinks. Enjoy sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, or head out on a kayak or stand up paddle board. One of the activity provider's fast boats will follow behind so thrillseekers can use the banana or donut boat as well.

Maspalomas: Rental E-Scooter Chopper 2 seat

7. Maspalomas: Rental E-Scooter Chopper 2 seat

Explore the island independently and without the stress of keeping up with a tour group with this easy rental. The Harley-style electric scooters are a convenient and ecologically-friendly way to effortlessly explore the south of Gran Canaria with your partner, family or friends during your holidays – only a driver's license is required. Worried about getting lost in the streets, or need inspiration on the best places to visit? That’s no problem — you’ll receive a map with mobile phone support that will show you different routes you can follow. For example, you could discover the spectacular dunes of golden sand at Maspalomas, a natural reserve. Or, you could visit the Maspalomas Botanical Park, which covers an area of 12,000 square meters and holds more than 500 tropical plant species. Another point of interest is the incredible Oasis of Maspalomas, also known as “Charca”, a small lagoon used as a migration destination for almost 40 species of birds. It’s recommended to complete your amazing experience by visiting the Meloneras promenade, considered the most beautiful promenade in the south of Gran Canaria and with excellent views of the sea.

Las Palmas: Shopping & Highlights Tour

8. Las Palmas: Shopping & Highlights Tour

Experience a wonderful day in Las Palmas, the capital of the island. Discover local culture and history by visiting the old town of Vegueta. Enjoy free time exploring, shopping in Triana, or strolling along the stunning beach of Las Canteras. Begin with a pickup from your hotel and a drive to Las Palmas, the vibrant capital of the island. The first stop will be in the old town of Vegueta, to discover all about the culture, history, and how the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria was founded. Go to the Altavista Viewpoint, which offers wonderful panoramic views of the entire city to take some stunning photos. Visit it´s Las Canteras, one of the most important beaches of the island due to the mixture of that tropical sound of the waves. Take advantage of the large number of bars where you can stop to enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere. For the more fashion addicted, have time to enjoy yourself in Las Arenas shopping mall and find the best deals. End the day with a transfer back to your hotel.

Maspalomas: E-Scooter Chopper Sunset Tour or Morning Tour

9. Maspalomas: E-Scooter Chopper Sunset Tour or Morning Tour

Your tour will begin as you meet with your local guide at the rental center before being assigned your e-scooter chopper. From here you will depart the facility, embarking on your way to discover the amazing panoramic sunset view of Playa del Inglés. You will travel along the Campo Internacional bike path until you reach the old Maspalomas Lighthouse.By choosing the option of the morning tour you will have an hour of free time to visit the old Maspalomas lighthouse and its interesting ethnographic museum located inside the lighthouse. By choosing the option of the sunset tour, the stop at the lighthouse will be short of maximum 10 minutes. You will then visit the most exclusive area of the south, which is the beautiful promenade of Meloneras. It will be from here that you will enjoy a splendid ocean sunset view. You will then park your electric scooters for 15 minutes to relax a bit, before sampling a non-alcoholic drink at one of the most exclusive VIP bars in Meloneras.

Maspalomas: 4-Hour Electric Scooter Chopper and Camel Tour

10. Maspalomas: 4-Hour Electric Scooter Chopper and Camel Tour

If you like nature and you would like to explore Maspalomas along many kilometers effortlessly and environmentally than an Electric Scooter Chopper is what you need. Enjoy an outdoor, fun and educational 4-hour experience. With the Camel Safari, you can explore the fantastic dunes of Maspalomas for 30 minutes aboard a camel. See the monuments of Christopher Columbus at the gates of Meloneras, built in 2002, and the old lighthouse of Maspalomas which operates since 1980. Visit the area of the famous and beautiful promenade of Meloneras which is considered the most beautiful and luxurious promenade in the south of Gran Canaria, overlooking the sea. Here there will be a stop at the "Punta Mujeres" where you can visit an ancient archaeological site of indigenous origin. Here you will discover the ancient circular houses made of stone where the pre-Hispanic population "Gunaches" lived. This ancient site is often populated by a peaceful and harmless colony of lizards of Gran Canaria, an endemic species, considered by many the icon of the island. A local guide will show you a breathtaking panoramic view of Playa del Ingles, discover the spectacular golden sand dunes of Maspalomas (nature reserve since 1987) and the Maspalomas Botanical Park. This park occupies an area of 12,000 square meters with more than 500 plant species. See the Oasis, a pond destination for wintering or resting on the migration of nearly 40 species of birds, of which 23 species nest here. This is the ideal place for those who want experience birdwatching.

Available activities

30 activities found
Sort by:
Page 1 of 2

Frequently asked questions about Gran Canaria Beach trips

What are other things to do than Beach trips that are worth visiting in Gran Canaria?

The other unmissable things to do in Gran Canaria are:

Which Gran Canaria Beach trips are taking additional COVID-19 precautions?

Other Sightseeing Options in Gran Canaria

Want to discover all there is to do in Gran Canaria? Click here for a full list.

What people are saying about Gran Canaria

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 445 reviews

Me encantó este lugar!! Fueron muy amables y se aseguraron de que estuviéramos súper cómodos. Definitivamente regresaré :)) Ah, y no puedo olvidar las galletas que nos dieron al final!

Excellent trip with one of the best tour guides I ever had. Perfect value for money, enough time to see and enjoy all places . Small group and a lot of information

The experience was amazing! We couldn’t believe the amount of fish that were so close to the beach. The guide was really good too. 100% recommend!

Great trip really enjoyed it. We found a nice spot, parked up and went for a walk then just repeated that for the next 6hrs. Highly recommended

Really enjoyed the e scooter! Good and friendly service with clear instructions. Definitely recommend the Mountain route!