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Hiking in Gran Canaria

Hiking in Gran Canaria is something that will surprise you, as many people think of the island as an exclusive sun and beach destination. Here we are going to show you the most beautiful trails on the island. For example, how to get to Güigüi and Los Azulejos.

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We’ll also tell you about the most famous ones, such as how to get to Roque Nublo and the easiest ones for families or beginners, such as Los Tilos de Moya or the Los Cernícalos ravine. We also have a pack of the best-selling routes for locals and visitors to discover the island on foot. Keep reading!

Everything about hiking in Gran Canaria

In the following lines you can see all the articles about hiking in Gran Canaria. We include descriptions, photos and in some cases even a video to give you an idea of what you will find. On the other hand, in the most difficult or hidden ones we will include the option to download the track / map in .gpx format. Some downloads are paid for in order to support this project. Here we explain you how to follow a track with your smartphone or navigator in case this is your first time you here about .gpx format.

Hiking in Gran Canaria: El Álamo hike
Hiking in Gran Canaria: El Álamo hike

Best trails in Gran Canaria

If you want to discover some of the most important Gran Canaria trekking routes to get to know the island on your own, we have a special offer. You can get the four best-selling trails of Local Guide Gran Canaria for €5,99 (4 maps) instead of €7,96. These are the four hikes included in the pack:

  • Azuaje Ravine
  • Montaña Alta-Monte Pavón (Entre Cortijos)
  • Tamadaba Natural Park
  • El Álamo hike

You just have to make the purchase, then you will receive an email where you can download the files in .gpx format. That’s it!

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Top Trails in Gran Canaria

Below you can check all the Gran Canaria hiking routes we have done and that we think are the best to get to know the different landscapes of island on foot. If you have any questions, please leave a comment as this might help other readers too.

Trail running in Los Giles with a view to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Panorámica Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

If you are looking for trail running in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, you are going to love this route through in Los Giles. It is ideal for those who…

Circular Agaete Valley from Puerto de Las Nieves

Era de Berbique, ruta circular Puerto de Las Nieves- Valle de Agaete

In this article we would like to share with you a circular hiking route through the Agaete Valley that starts and ends in Puerto de Las Nieves, in the north…

Hiking in Azuaje Ravine, one of the most beautiful

The Azuaje ravine is located in the north of Gran Canaria and forms the geographical border of the municipalities of Firgas (70%) and Moya (30%). The Azuaje Special Nature Reserve…

Las Niñas dam, a perfect day in nature

presa de las niñas

The Presa de Las Niñas or Las Niñas dam is one of the best recreational areas of Gran Canaria. It is located within the municipality of Tejeda and is ideal…

Places to run in Las Palmas. 4 ways to discover the city

Parque Romano

Would you like to know the best places to run in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria? Whether on vacation or a few days for work, there are no excuses. Also,…

How to get to Güigüi beach and important tips

playa de guigui

Nowadays there are not many virgin beaches at Gran Canaria, but Güigüi beach is one of the exceptions. This is because of the difficult access. That is why it is…

Hiking with kids in Gran Canaria. 7 amazing trails!

senderismo con niños en gran canaria

If you plan to go hiking with kids in Gran Canaria, the following lines will be of great help. Here we will propose the best routes and trails to do…

Roque Bentayga, do you know the history of this natural monument?

Roque Bentayga

If during your stay in Gran Canaria you are going to visit Tejeda, you cannot miss a stop to see Roque Bentayga Natural Monument. Together with Roque Nublo, it is…

Things to do in Tejeda, one of the most beautiful towns in Spain

Tejeda, Gran Canaria

In this article we want to share with you all the things to do in Tejeda, a charming town located in the interior of the island of Gran Canaria at…

How to get to Roque Nublo & tips for your visit

roque nublo

In this post we are going to explain you how to get to Roque Nublo. As you may know, this Monument is one of the most representative symbols of the…

How to follow a route track with your smartphone?

How to download a track gpx

In this post we are going to explain how to follow a map or track with Guru Maps, a totally free mobile navigation app. As you know, at localguidegrancanaria.com you…

Caldera of Bandama: visit, hike and places to eat

Sendero por el borde de La Caldera

The Caldera of Bandama is the largest volcanic caldera on the island of Gran Canaria. An impressive monument that you can enjoy hiking. Next to the caldera is the peak…

Hiking in Teror. The hike of El Álamo and the vertigo stairs

senderismo en teror

In this post we want to tell you about a new hiking route in Teror: El Álamo hike, known for its wooden stairs. It is a new path that has…

Montaña Alta and Mount Pavón. Entre Cortijos hike

On this occasion we want to share with you a circular hiking route known as Entre Cortijos (between farmhouses). It starts in Montaña Alta and passes through Mount Pavón, in…

Charco de La Paloma. The waterfall that is trending on instagram

The Charco de La Paloma hike or Charco de Las Palomas is a trendy trail in the municipality of Tejeda, in the interior of Gran Canaria. Specifically, it is about…

Guayadeque: things to do & local food in caves

barranco de guayadeque

Guayadeque is a spectacular ravine located east of Gran Canaria. It is one of the longest ravines in the Canary Islands and divides the municipalities of Ingenio and Agüimes. It…

Hiking in Tamadaba Natural Park, nature in its best

Mirador de Llanos de La Mimbre

Tamadaba is a Natural Park of Gran Canaria located in the northwest of the island. Specifically, it takes part of the municipalities of Artenara, La Aldea de San Nicolás and…

Hiking in Los Tilos de Moya

Sendero Los Tilos de Moya

The Tilos de Moya hike is one of the easiest and most beautiful to do in Gran Canaria. In the same way, if you are starting to do hikes in…

Recreational areas in Gran Canaria. Our favorite places to make picnic

Llanos de La Pez, Tejeda

In this article we want to share with you all the details about the main recreational areas of Gran Canaria. Specifically, we will give you information on 10 picnic sites…

Hiking in Los Azulejos & Inagua. The colorful mountains

In this post we are going to talk about an awesome plan: hiking in Los Azulejos and Inagua. On the road which links Puerto de Mogán with La Aldea de…

San Felipe: hiking through the Royal Route of the North & local surf

cuevas del camino

The San Felipe beach and its coastal town belong to the municipality of Santa María de Guía, in the north of the island of Gran Canaria. Its coast is a…

Tajinaste Azul route, hiking in Valsequillo

tajinaste azul gran canaria

This time we want to share with you a hiking route through the municipality of Valsequillo: the Tajinaste Azul hike. It is a circular route that runs along two of…

Recreational Area La Laguna de Valleseco

Today we would like you to know the Recreational Area of La Laguna from Valleseco. A unique outdoor place in Gran Canaria island. It is located the middle of the…

Hiking in Los Cernícalos ravine

cascadas en el barranco de los cernícalos

Los Cernícalos ravine is one of the most beautiful and, therefore, visited by residents of Gran Canaria. In this ravine, the water runs 365 days a year and, let’s hope…

Way of St. James of Gran Canaria, info of each stage & tips

The Way of St James of Gran Canaria (Camino de Santiago de Gran Canaria) is one of the hardest and most beautiful hiking routes and challenges in Gran Canaria. It…

Las Vacas ravine: how to get and tips

Barranco de Las Vacas, Gran Canaria

The Las Vacas ravine has become a well-known tourist attraction for residents and visitors of Gran Canaria. Why? For its peculiar rock formations called Tobas de Colores. These striking formations…

How to get to El Nublo Window or Gañifa Window

Ventana gañifa

For a long time we wanted to share here how to get to the Nublo Window known as La Gañifa. It is a tourist attraction started by the locals, but…

Charco Azul, an oasis close to El Risco de Agaete

charco azul gran canaria

In this post we are going to tell you about Charco Azul hike and how to get there. The Charco Azul is located at El Risco ravine, a few kilometers…

Hiking to Osorio Peak, Firgas and Teror

senderismo-por-osorio

The Osorio peak is the highest part of the mountain located in the Osorio farm, in the Rural Park of Doramas. It is in the municipalities of Firgas, Valleseco and…

Hiking in Cruz de Tejeda, the heart of Gran Canaria

Cruz de Tejeda

Hiking in Cruz de Tejeda is a must for nature lovers! Cruz de Tejeda. Cruz de Tejeda is a well-known meeting point and a pleasant place to make a break…

Hiking kit. The 5 basics for starters

kit senderismo principiantes

If you are starting in the world of hiking in Gran Canaria or wherever you travel, in this post we mention those that for us make up the basic equipment…

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Guided hiking tours Gran Canaria

If you prefer to go hiking guided by an official mountain guide, send us an email to info@localguidegrancanaria.com with the dates, number of people and interests and we will help you discover Gran Canaria with a professional. The price is €59 per person (minimum two people) and includes pick-up at your hotel and civil liability insurance.

Video: hiking trails in Gran Canaria

In the following video we show you five Gran Canaria walking routes that we love. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to not miss more videos about Gran Canaria.

Guides to Gran Canaria

If you have been wanting to know the most authentic side of the island, as well as the places that we recommend to eat, take a look at our section of island guides. Here we highlight our restaurant guide with more than 80 places to eat on the island. At the same time, if you are one of those who also like beaches, we suggest our guide to beaches and natural pools with information on more than 80 places to get tan and swim.

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5% discount in your travel insurance

Finally, if you are an adventurous traveller, we recommend that you come to the island with travel insurance. As our reader, you get a 5% discount on all policies with IATI, with whom we book every trip.

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