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Things to do in San Agustín, Gran Canaria

Our most recommended things to do in San Agustín, Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria: Discover Gran Canaria Day Tour

1. Gran Canaria: Discover Gran Canaria Day Tour

Discover Gran Canaria on a guided bus tour through the great green heart of the island. See why this island is sometimes called a 'miniature continent' because of the huge contrasts in habitats and landscapes.  Benefit from pickup from Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, San Agustín, Bahía Feliz, Puerto Rico, Arguineguín, Taurito, and Puerto Mogán. The northern middle area will amaze you with its green meadows, farming areas, forests, natural parks, mountains, impressive viewpoints, and hidden villages. Firstly, visit Telde, the 2nd most populous city on the island. It's modern but full of interesting history as it was the ancient capital. Learn about the history of its Church and about its past and present. Then, discover the charming old town of Arucas and its magnificent modernist Church of San Juan Bautista built with volcanic black stone.  After that, explore Firgas, known as "the Atlantic balcony" for its fantastic panoramic views. Find out why it is also called "the water village", for its exceptional waterfall fountain in the middle of the old town. Next, arrive in the mountain area to make a stop at a restaurant in the Valleseco surroundings for lunch (optional and not included in the price of the tour).  Continue through protected natural areas and mountains with stops at Mirador de la Cruz de Tejeda, which has beautiful views of Roque Nublo and El Teide. Finally, see the almond trees growing area of Ayacata, San Bartolomé, with fantastic views of the Santa Lucia Valley and the Caldera de Tirajana, and end the tour with an impressive panoramic route through the Fataga Valley Canyon.

Gran Canaria: Catamaran Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling

2. Gran Canaria: Catamaran Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling

Board a catamaran in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria and head out into the Atlantic Ocean in search of dolphins and whales. Marvel at picturesque views of Gran Canaria's coastline from the water, sip on complimentary soft drinks, and go snorkeling or swimming in the ocean. Your cruise begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel and transportation to the Puerto Base harbor, where you'll board your boat. Then, set sail to explore the waters off the coast of Gran Canaria, going in search of dolphins, pilot whales, minke whales, and more. Watch from the deck or through the glass panels below deck, keeping an eye out for these magnificent creatures and other aquatic life. Then, get ready to experience the ocean firsthand as your boat anchors in one of the small bays along the coastline. Go for a swim, enjoy some snorkeling, or make use of the onboard toboggan slide. If you prefer not to get wet, just sit back and relax, admire the view, and sip on a complimentary soft drink. Spend around 45 minutes enjoying the ocean before your cruise continues with a return journey to the harbor. Your bus will be waiting here to take you back to your accommodation.

Gran Canaria: Cliff Climbing Via Ferrata Trip by Maspalomas

3. Gran Canaria: Cliff Climbing Via Ferrata Trip by Maspalomas

Inspire your adventurous side during this Via Ferrata guided climbing trip from Bahía Feliz. Via Ferrata is the perfect option for learning how to climb in a fun way; it's easier than climbing but with the same level of adventure. Your trip includes all the gear you need for a safe climb. After meeting in Bahía Feliz, you’ll get your climbing equipment (helmet, harness, and Ferrata kit), then start a 30-minute walk across a valley with a landscape that really looks like a western movie. After the walk, you’ll reach the starting point of the Via Ferrata. In Via Ferrata, you’ll go up a rock mountain using iron steps and a safe line, which makes it easier than climbing for most climbers. On this trip, the route will be medium-level, perfect for true adrenaline lovers. Your guide will explain to you all the techniques before starting; you don't need experience, only a normal fitness. They’ll belay you when you need it using ropes. During the climb, you’re in for the ultimate adventure. Prepare to explore caves and cross a floating bridge at 60 meters high. To round off your trip, you’ll get to fly in the highest swing of Gran Canaria before heading back to the starting point via a different trail.

From Maspalomas: Southern Gran Canaria Guided Half-Day Trip

4. From Maspalomas: Southern Gran Canaria Guided Half-Day Trip

After picking up our clients staying in San Agustin, Playa Ingles or Maspalomas, we will stop to admire the Natural area of Dunes Maspalomas, one of the famous dunes system in Europe. The Maspalomas Dune system is a unique wild place in the Canary Islands due to its beauty and range of ecosystems. Its 400 hectares, protected by the Canarian government as a Nature Reserve of special value, include a fantastic beach, a dynamic sand dune system, palm grove and a brackish lagoon The Maspalomas Lighthouse is in the south of Gran Canaria, right in the middle of one of the most visited sections of coastline in Europe. Today we can visit inside its museum about canarian traditions. Later will drive to Puerto Rico harbour where our ferry glass bottom will sail to Mogan harbour (around t 35mint. duration) It is optional ticket 7,5 euros/adult and 4,5 euros/child. After arriving to Mogan, will explore to visit its channels and port called Venice of South. Time for relax or lunch. Returning to our hotels and drop off same locations.

Gran Canaria: Guided Day Tour of the South

5. Gran Canaria: Guided Day Tour of the South

Discover the south of the island of Gran Canaria on this guided day tour. Explore its popular destinations and be one with nature as you stop by the Maspalomas Dunes natural reserve and Mogán port. After being picked up at your hotel, head to the Maspalomas Dunes lookout. Enjoy some time for photos before continuing to the Maspalomas Lighthouse to visit its museum and admire the views from the terrace. Next, embark from Puerto Rico to Mogán on a glass-bottom ferry (tickets not included) and take in the views of the underwater world. Upon arrival at the famous port of Mogán, visit its small canals and take photos of one of the most beautiful tourist corners of the Canary Islands. After lunch, return to your hotel.

Maspalomas: Scooter 125 cc Rental in Gran Canaria

6. Maspalomas: Scooter 125 cc Rental in Gran Canaria

Discover Maspalomas on a Scooter 125 cc suitable for 2 persons. Explore Maspalomas Dunes, Playa del Ingles, Meloneras, and much more, as you benefit from the comfort of a two-wheel vehicle that’s easy to drive. For the duration of your renting, you receive a helmet and free assistance in case of breakdowns or punctures (not Las Palmas capital city). No need to worry about getting lost or not knowing where to go, as your guides provide you with a helpful map with different routes that will lead you to some of the best sights on the island. Discover the amazing Maspalomas Dunes and the old Maspalomas Lighthouse. Visit the Maspalomas Botanical Garden to observe native species of birds and plants. Explore the southern regions of the island such as Puerto Rico, Puerto de Mogan, or Playa de los Amadores.

E-Scooter or E-Bike : 4 Hour Sightseeing Tour in Maspalomas

7. E-Scooter or E-Bike : 4 Hour Sightseeing Tour in Maspalomas

Enjoy an ecological e-Bike or e-Scooter experience outdoors and away from city traffic. Take a 4-hour guided tour with the whole family and thanks to the information provided by a local guide you will learn many curiosities and a bit of local history. Only over 16 years old can participate in this 2 by choosing between two options: either ride an electric bike with pedal assistance or ride an electric scooter equipped with an accelerator. Minors must be accompanied on the tour by at least one paying parent. The tour is absolutely safe, in fact, the route only includes the use of cycle paths and pedestrian areas far from the city traffic. You will never drive off the road or on the sand Your tour begins first in Playa del Ingles: here you will travel along the scenic waterfront called the "Costa Canaria" and see the wonderful dunes of Maspalomas. These amazing dunes have been declared a special nature reserve and protected area. Your guide will explain to you how these dunes were formed and why they are so special for the biosphere. The next stop is the Maspalomas Botanical Garden, where the local guide will teach you to recognize the endemic plants and trees of the canary islands: you will be able to see and touch banana trees, coconut palms, Aloe Vera plants up close. Then you will be shown the most important part of the Maspalomas dunes called "Charca" , a small lagoon closed and surrounded by sand where 40 types of different migratory birds land and which forms an ecosystem characterized by a strong biodiversity because it is populated by many fishes and an endemic lizard . You will arrive at the southernmost point of the island where the famous Maspalomas lighthouse is located. Here you will have about 45 minutes of free time where you can independently visit the old and iconic lighthouse. In fact, inside the Lighthouse there is an interesting ethnographic museum composed of multilingual interactive monitors touch screen and several rooms with inside the reconstruction of clothes, work tools and utensils, traditional musical instruments typical of the Canarian islands. There is also a short stop at the "Punta Mujeres" Archaeological Site: an ancient site made up of ancient circular houses made of stone only dating the pre-Columbian age. Once these primitive houses were inhabited by the Guanches, the indigenous people who populated the island before the Spanish conquest. After you will travel along the " Meloneras Promenade" bike paths along the sea that will lead you to Meloneras Beach. This is a very beautiful promenade because it runs along beautiful volcanic beach, characterized by its typical black sand At the halfway point you will stop for a short 20-minute break so have a drink on the beach before . The return will be faster and without stopping where we will drive inside the safe cycle paths immersed in the beautiful green area of Campo Internacional.

E-Scooter Best Beaches Tour :Visit Gran Canaria Cost to Cost

8. E-Scooter Best Beaches Tour :Visit Gran Canaria Cost to Cost

Explore Gran Canaria coast-to-coast effortlessly in a safe and eco-friendly way on this 4-hour electric Scooter tour. No need to pedal, simply press the accelerator to travel along this 40-kilometer coastal route. The e-Scooter Harley style is suitable for two people. A driving license is required to drive an electric scooter and passengers can be transported using the rear seat from a minimum age of 7 years. Minors can participate in the Tour as passengers using the back seat but only if their parents are driving scooters. Discover the spectacular golden dunes of Maspalomas, a beautiful nature reserve in the south of the island , made up of seven kilometers of golden-colored Saharan sand. First stop of the tour to visit the famous "Mirador del las Dunas" : viewpoint located right in the center of the Maspalomas dunes. Explore the most important part of the Masplomas dunes, the famous " Charca ": it is a small closed lagoon and completely surrounded by the sand of the dunes that gives rise to a unique and interesting ecosystem rich in biodiversity and endemics. In fact this Lagoon hosts 40 types of different migratory birds and different types of fish and also a famous lizard endemic to the island. Continue the adventure by visiting the beautiful Meloneras Beach with its stunning dark colored volcanic beach. Meloneras area is the most exclusive area of Gran Canaria with the highest concentration of 5-star luxury hotels and has a wonderful seafront. Then, visit the Arguineguin Fishing village with its banana plantations and admire its beautiful volcanic beaches with black sands located in play a de arguineguin and playa santa agueta in the small El Pajar district. Arguineguin Village has the good reputation of offering the best fresh fish on the island thanks to its typical local restaurants that still today are sourced from the ancient brotherhoods of fishermen. Stop to admire the small Anfi beach : a nice Caribbean beach with a pearl white color whose sand was imported from the Caribbean Sea. Take the panoramic crystal elevator at Anfi Beach and admire the splendid heart-shaped artificial island from above. Continue north to reach your final destination "Puerto Rico Village" : a tourist town with a beautiful sporting port and a breathtaking beach. Enjoy a non-alcoholic beverage in a typical Canarian bar located in front of Puerto Rico beach. The tour takes place only on asfalt roads and a good experience in driving a scooter or motorbike is required. On this tour you will never ride the scooter on off-roads and you will never be able to ride the scooter on sand or dunes.

Maspalomas: 1 to 7-Day Mountain Bike Rental

9. Maspalomas: 1 to 7-Day Mountain Bike Rental

Mountain biking is a convenient and ecological alternative to easily explore the south of Gran Canaria. Thanks to a comfortable mountain bike you can get out of the traffic and chaos of the city and visit the beautiful Ayagaures Hill 9 miles (15 km) from Playa del Ingles and visit the famous Ayagaures Dam with its ancient bridge made of bricks. If you love the sea, enjoy a panoramic tour of the coast and visit the nearby fishing town of Arguineguin, about 20 km from Playa del Ingles. Do you worry about getting lost on the street or do you need inspiration on the best places to visit? No problem! Receive a map of Maspalomas with different routes that you can follow and enjoy independently and without stress. Also, receive a mobile phone holder that can be attached to your mountain bike, so you can navigate with your phone. Trace the different routes in Google Maps on your phone and make your self-guided and personalized tour to your needs. For the duration of your tour on the roads only in Maspalomas, receive free assistance service. For routes outside the city, receive a repair kit so in case of damage or puncture of the bike tire you will have everything you need to repair the bike in a few minutes and continue the outdoor adventure.

Maspalomas: City Bike Rental for 1-7 Days

10. Maspalomas: City Bike Rental for 1-7 Days

Embark on a self-guided and personalized tour of Gran Canaria by city bike, a convenient and ecological alternative to discover the south part of the Island. Choose to rent your bike from 1 until 7 days.  For the duration of your tour, receive free assistance service in case of a breakdown or puncture. Start your adventure at the spectacular golden sand dunes of Maspalomas, a natural reserve since 1987, and ride along the entire coastline adjacent to the dunes with your city bike. Next, visit the Maspalomas Botanical Park which occupies an area of 12,000 square meters and houses more than 500 tropical plant species. Another point of interest is the Oasis of Maspalomas known as Charca, a small lagoon that serves as a winter destination for 40 species of migration birds, of which 23 species nest here. Continue the tour and visit the old Maspalomas Lighthouse, which has been in operation since 1980 and declared as an asset of cultural interest by the government in 2005. For completing this amazing experience, ride over to the Meloneras promenade, which is considered the most beautiful and luxurious promenade in the south of Gran Canaria, with excellent views of the sea. If you are interested in history and archeology, pay a visit to the ancient archaeological site of indigenous origin "Punta de las Mujeres". The site is often populated by a peaceful and harmless colony of Gran Canaria lizards, an endemic species, considered by many an island icon.

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4.3 / 5

based on 190 reviews

Easy to find and book this trip. It was a wonderful trip with Simon our very knowledgeable guide. We learnt a lot about this beautiful islands history and experienced the difference in the northern climate to the southern climate and visited very interesting places. One of the best trips we've ever been on

We have seen beautiful villages. Simon, our tour leader, was congenial and told many interesting stories. Recommended!

It was just great. Tom gave everything. The bus driver was just great. He got the grade very good. Greetings, Ms. Toss

It was a great trip... it was hard to hear the tour guide speaking..should have the volume a bit louder...

Really good way of seeing another side (or should we say, sides) of the island.