Full-day tour of the Red Canyon
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Full-day tour of the Red Canyon

4.6/5
Excellent
39 reviews
from
£80.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 9 hours to 11 hours 30 minutes
Instant confirmation
Entrance fees included
Guided tour
Local touch
Meal included
Small group
Why you’ll love this…
  • Experience breathtaking vistas from the Guriete lookout and the Caldera de Tirajana
  • Explore ancient native sites and discover the rich history of the Canarií people at La Fortaleza
  • Visit the charming village of Santa Lucía, enjoy local flavours, and engage with the community
  • Hike through the stunning Barranco de Las Vacas, a hidden geological treasure of Gran Canaria
  • Culminate your day with a refreshing swim in an authentic Canarian coastal spot where you can unwind and soak in the local atmosphere
What to expect

Embark on an immersive journey into the heart of Gran Canaria's most stunning natural and cultural landscapes. Starting from the panoramic views of the Guriete viewpoint, you will cross the impressive Caldera de Tirajana, a geological wonder shaped by millions of years of volcanic and erosive activity. Delve into the island's native heritage at La Fortaleza, where ancient caves and sacred sites tell stories of the indigenous Canary Islanders. Enjoy the charm of Santa Lucía de Tirajana, a picturesque village where history and tradition blend seamlessly, offering a taste of local life and gastronomy, including a tasting of locally produced delicacies.

Continue your adventure with a hike through the spectacular Las Vacas ravine, a hidden gem with gentle, winding rock formations, and conclude the day with a refreshing swim at the beach in the fishing village of Arinaga.

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What's included
  • check Tasting of local products
  • check Souvenir photos
  • check Guided tour
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Health/travel insurance
  • check Pickup and drop-off from designated areas
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips
Where
Meeting point:
Pickup is available only from the locations listed in the calendar. Make sure to select the most suitable for you at the time of booking. Arrive at your pickup point 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Not suitable for people with mobility impairments

Not allowed:

  • Sandals or flip-flops
  • Baby strollers
  • Drones
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Sprays or aerosols
  • Littering
  • Food and drinks in the vehicle

Know in advance:

  • This is a group activity for a maximum of 20 people. You will share the experience with other customers
  • The tour is accredited and supervised by a certified mountain guide
  • The pickup time can be changed at any moment up to one day in advance
  • Minimum age to join the tour is 5 years old. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parents or a legal tutor
  • Please note this experience has a limit of 4 children (5+) per group, with child seats limited availability
  • Not recommended for pregnant women, travellers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions, people with any recent injuries, people with a fear of heights
  • The tour takes place rain or shine, its development depending on the weather conditions, the terrain, and the participants. Significant changes in any of these conditions may imply the modification of the activity at the discretion of the guide
  • The main activity has a total duration of 6 hours. In addition, it will take from 3 to 5 hours for participants' round-trip transportation, depending on their pickup location
  • The time you return from your tour depends on how the morning unfolds and can vary for several reasons, outside the local provider's control. The provider accepts no responsibility for any delay in returning passengers to their pickup location, connecting tour, or departure point
  • Please inform the partner about any food restrictions. You'll find the contact details in the voucher after booking

Remember to bring:

  • Hiking shoes or closed sport shoes and comfortable clothing
  • A backpack (avoid disposable bags)
  • Sunscreen, swimsuit, towel and a spare set of dry clothes
  • A raincoat and a sweatshirt
  • Something to eat (sandwich, fruit or snack bar) plus 1.5 litres of drinking water
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Provider
Climbo
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6 /5

Based on 39 reviews from verified customers

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  • C

    Cori

    Verified booking

    5
    4 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Es war eine wirklich tolle und informative Tour. Wir hatten viel Spaß mit Viktor, dem Tourguide. Er hat sich um alles und jeden gekümmert. Der Canyon ist sehr beeindruckend und wir hatten genug Zeit, um alles zu sehen und ein paar schöne Fotos zu machen. Das Mittagessen und die Verkostung waren ebenfalls sehr lecker und interessant. Insgesamt können wir die Tour weiterempfehlen.

  • L

    Larissa

    Verified booking

    4.6
    25 September 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

    Je ziet de mooiste plekjes. De gidsen kunnen veel vertellen over de geschiedenis van de plekken die je ziet. Ook zit er een tasting en lunch bij. De lunch was aan de kleine kant. Verder was het super leuk en is het ook zeker aan te raden! Het is wel handig als je goed te been bent, aangezien je naar de grotten moet lopen/klimmen.

  • T

    Truustje Palm

    Verified booking

    4.2
    16 September 2025

    Mooie plekjes bekeken. Celeste verteld enthousiast en met een kleine groep is ook erg fijn. Wij waren met 8

  • D

    David

    Verified booking

    4.2
    10 September 2025

    Solo traveller

    Het was een zeer leuke excursie, met een goede tour guide, je ziet veel mooie adembenemende plekje en hoor veel over het verleden van het eiland. Gestopt in een dorpje om wat lokale dingen te proeven heerlijk. En in de middag een echt canarische lunch! Zeker aan te raden!

  • P

    Petra

    Verified booking

    4.6
    6 August 2025

    Travelled with family

    Sehr interessante und vielseitige Tour. Besonders spannend war, was wir alles beim Erkunden der Höhlen über das Leben der Ureinwohner erfahren haben. Celeste ist hier sehr fachkundig und mit viel Herzblut dabei. Toll organisiert mit zwei zusammengelegten Kleingruppen und zwei Guides (Celeste und David), die immer darauf geachtet haben, dass es allen gut geht. Tolles "Goodie": die Fotos vom Tag und die Unterstützung beim Erstellen eigener Fotos im Canyon.

  • U

    Urli

    Verified booking

    4.6
    19 July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Absolut liebe Guide Celeste! Sie war total charmant, witzig und locker! Wusste so viel über die Geschichte von Gran Canaria etc. Wir waren immer gut informiert über den Ablauf und es war alles toll organisiert. Mittagessen war inkl. Trotz extremer Hitze war es ein toller Ausflug.

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