Unique things to do in Gran Canaria

Let's learn to dance salsa and bachata together! Whether you are a couple, a group of friends, family, or even a solo traveler, you will have a lot of fun, while enjoying one of the best views of Las Palmas. At the end of the adventure, you will be able to follow the rhythm and dance your first steps in Cuban salsa and bachata. We are a group of local dancers that want to share the traditions of this kind of dance and music. The meeting point will be in a public and open area in front of the sea, in a suggestive place that will inspire you. Remember: humans are made to move their bodies with music: everyone can dance; the only thing that stops you is shame. That's why the experience will be lived in a funny and comfortable way. Technically, you will discover some tips that will allow you to dance like real salseros. You will learn the basic and advanced steps of salsa and bachata and you will learn how to coordinate it if you want to dance in couple or not. If your partner is someone who you live with then you can practice couple dance with him/her. Other things to note: In the case of rain, the experience can not be done. I can postpone the time or the day. Is better in couples. No dance experience needed.

The experience will begin with a guided visit through our vineyard, where we will focus on agriculture followed by our cellar, where we will talk about our winemaking. Then we will head to our restaurant to taste our red wine together with some local delicacies. Do not miss the most authentic opportunity to enjoy a unique environment at the hills of the Bandama Volcano. It is the perfect way to enjoy the Fortunate Islands, from one of its richest aspects, nature.

You will ride our comfortable Dutch-style bikes to get to know the always-warm city of Las Palmas, which is full of unforgettable people and lovely spots that we would like to share with you. We will start in the old town, where we will make several stops in the most beautiful places in the Vegueta neighborhood. Next, we will be able to enjoy the oldest market in the city where you can taste the only coffee grown in Europe, the Agaete coffee, produced in the northern area of ​​the island. You will also discover the best corners of the most beautiful neighborhood, Triana , full of pedestrian streets, bars, terraces and mysterious buildings. Bike through the neighborhood where the British settled and the Sta. Catalina park, the area where we celebrate our most important festival. Also get to know Las Canteras beach, considered one of the best city beaches in the world, and Plaza de España, the current city center. Finally, we will return to the meeting point enjoying the best views of the city and observing everything we have seen from a higher. Thanks to this experience you will get a deeper insight into the city, so we recommend doing it at the beginning of your holidays. It must be best to have some basic bike riding experience in advance and it’s suitable for all ages with basic fitness. Let us know in advance if you come with your children. Join CanaryCleta!

Before starting this amazing experience we will meet up at La Laguna bus station (we can also meet at Santa Cruz bus station) We will be hiking into this ancient forest around 4 hours approximately, time enough to enjoy and admire the variety of fauna and flora of this magic region. As we will start this adventure at 1.000 metres sea-level altitude, you will be able to see the contrasts of the region from some of the best viewpoints of the Island. I have my camera always with me, so you don´t need to worry about going back home without a proper souvenir of this adventure. I will provide you with water, snacks and sunscreen. Other things to note We can also meet at Santa Cruz de Tenerife bus station. Medium hiking level.

Collection from your location at 9AM. The first part of the tour will be dedicated to Gran Canaria’s magnificent viewpoints around central mountain areas, including Roque Nublo and Pico de las Nieves(1949m). And what better way to discover them than light hiking down trekking trails, leading up to the unique rock formations. You will enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer: fresh mountain air, vast landscapes and stillness, away from the bustle and hustle of the tourist areas. There will be opportunity to take a few great shots for your photo album. We break for lunch around 13:00 at a secret cave restaurant with stunning views over the arid canyons. You will get to taste traditional Canarian dishes prepared from locally grown produce. (Note: lunch cost is not included in the tour price). However this tour is fully customizable. If there are any specific places you want to visit it can be arranged. After lunch we head back to your accommodation. Other things to note If you are arriving by a cruise ship and only stay for the day, no worries. You will have enough time to enjoy our journey and get back in time. If you are prone to motion sickness the route can be adapted for you. Please advise in advance should this be the case.

Discover one of the best ''SURF SPOT' on the island of Gran Canaria, where only locals know for a good surf session in the city of Las Palmas deư on the famous Las Canteras Beach. We will make an introduction to surfing equipment and its water handling to surf the waves . With a warmth, we started the activity and with the basic theory-practic knowledge out of the water. Always adapting to guests' needs. Once prepared we will jump into the water to enjoy the waves, warmth and water temperature of the Canary Islands. We will practice the technique and enjoy a session in the best waves conditions and make the session enjoyable and safe for everyone. We will end with a stretch session already out of the water to relax your body and return to the calm. There will be a photo shoot!! For maximum safety the groups are reduced by up to 6 people , managing to give a complete attention to the participants with an experienced instructor and local surfer. If you have any questions, please contact me for more information. The surfing experience is for all levels ,from beginners to advanced. Several surf days can be booked for people who want to continue practicing.

Es imprescindible tener vehículo propio para llegar al punto de encuentro. No hay transporte público y el taxi puede ser muy caro. Nos reuniremos en el centro de la isla en medio de un paisaje de montañas. Para llegar a este lugar no hay opciones de transporte público en la noche, por lo que recomendamos que alquiles un coche. De este modo también te aconsejaremos algunos lugares que visitar en el centro de la isla. Desde aquí comenzaremos una ruta por parte del Camino de Santiago de Gran Canaria, el trekking más famoso de la isla. Llegaremos a uno de los lugares más icónicos de Tejeda, la Ventana del Nublo. En este mágico lugar contemplaremos el atardecer con vistas al Roque Nublo y al Teide y hablaremos sobre conceptos básicos de astronomía mientras el cielo se oscurece. Tras esto, podremos observar el cielo nocturno, identificar constelaciones, planetas y la Vía Láctea. Se servirán unos aperitivos y bebida caliente mientras observas el cielo. En esta actividad no se usan telescopios: aprenderás a interpretar el cielo por ti mismo para que lo puedas disfrutar cada noche con tus propios recursos.

Aerial Yoga Are you ready to Fly? Join us on our Beautiful Roof top Terrace as we’re going against Gravity! By using the hammocks as support when we’re going through different variations of Yoga Postures it is easy and fun for the first experiences to join in! There will be inversions postures in the air where we go upside down for those who wants to, and The class will end resting with the Fabrics as support in Shavasana with a breathing exercise and meditation The benefits of Aerial Yoga For the beginners practitioner it is an amazing relief to release all weight into the fabric, and in a comfortable way maintain every posture. It will reactivate all the body’s muscles and regenerate and strengthen all of the joints and even active the lymph system to get rid of and Cleans all of the over weight and toxins of the body - it’s like wrapping out a wet tissue, The advanced Practitioner: We must constantly work on our Flexibility, and Aerial yoga allows the intermedian and advance practitioner to go deeper and adjust into each posture in a safe and at the same time managed way. It is a Perfect match if your in the stage of your Yoga Journey where you trying to align and find your correct body posture, and increase full-body flexibility and stretch and on top of this - it´s Super Fun =P!

Let's learn to dance salsa and bachata together! Whether you are a couple, a group of friends, family, or even a solo traveler, you will have a lot of fun, while enjoying one of the best views of Las Palmas. At the end of the adventure, you will be able to follow the rhythm and dance your first steps in Cuban salsa and bachata. We are a group of local dancers that want to share the traditions of this kind of dance and music. The meeting point will be in a public and open area in front of the sea, in a suggestive place that will inspire you. Remember: humans are made to move their bodies with music: everyone can dance; the only thing that stops you is shame. That's why the experience will be lived in a funny and comfortable way. Technically, you will discover some tips that will allow you to dance like real salseros. You will learn the basic and advanced steps of salsa and bachata and you will learn how to coordinate it if you want to dance in couple or not. If your partner is someone who you live with then you can practice couple dance with him/her. Other things to note: In the case of rain, the experience can not be done. I can postpone the time or the day. Is better in couples. No dance experience needed.

After moving to the place of beginning, we will equip ourselves with the necessary safety material to live a canyoning experience in Gran Canaria, with total safety. We will descend through the water channel, having to walk, detour, jump or rappel when we reach waterfalls. All this in a beautiful environment, that will not leave us indifferent. The best way to know the corners of the island, and where you will take impressive photos, so you can share them with your friends and family. Other things to note Previous experience is not necessary. But you should be able to swim and do not have vertigo. Depending on the time of year and the rains, a canyon or another will be chosen. It will be confirmed when it is booked.

The experience will begin with a guided visit through our vineyard, where we will focus on agriculture followed by our cellar, where we will talk about our winemaking. Then we will head to our restaurant to taste our red wine together with some local delicacies. Do not miss the most authentic opportunity to enjoy a unique environment at the hills of the Bandama Volcano. It is the perfect way to enjoy the Fortunate Islands, from one of its richest aspects, nature.

No previous experience required. This tour is suitable for children from 6 years of age. It is an excellent and original gift idea to share a unique moment with a special person or group of friends, to celebrate an anniversary or any other event in a different and unforgettable way. The 90-minute experience takes place in 30 minutes on the track - between assigning the horses, riding guests, explaining the basic horse handling - and in an hour walking through hills, ravines and fields through panoramic views of the coast between Telde and Gando. The walk is fun thanks to climbs and descents on red sand typical of the Ojos de Garza area. You will discover typical Canarian landscapes that can be seen only on horseback, with its native plants and wild fauna such as rabbits, jaws, lizards and herons!

Learn the secrets of traditional Yerberia with the Herbolario Canario: natural magic with herbs, tinctures, sahumerios, and more. Massimo will show you in the Herbolario all the secrets about medicinal plants so, you will be able to create your personal preparation: starting from picking herbs in their natural environment and ending to their different applications and uses. You will live the life of the green witch for a day, walking through the magical valley of Azuaje, far from the noise of the city and connecting with the real energy of Mother Nature. This place has a long history of healers and represents the last corner of the island that still preserves the original Gran Canaria vegetation. It is a very special place of healing, for me and for the whole island. After we have experienced the preparation together, we will enjoy a comforting infusion created with the plants harvested, celebrating our work on the terrace that provides enchanting views of the valley! From this experience you will take: a preparation of medicinal plants done with your own hands; the knowledge to be able to prepare your own natural medicine kit and a powerful connection with the natural magic of the herbs. I look forward to seeing you!

Ascender por una via Ferrata es una de esas cosas que debes hacer en la vida. Un reto vertical de casi 100 metros de altura a través de las rocosas montañas del sur de Gran Canaria con vistas a las dunas de Maspalomas y sus barrancos. La Via Ferrata Tigotan debe su nombre a los aborineges canarios, que llamaban asi al cielo. Un recorrido lleno de cuevas y con sombra que hará de esta experiencia una aventura que no podrás parar de recordar. Para esta aventura no es necesaria experiencia previa ni una gran fuerza. Los peldaños de metal y la línea de vida te facilitarán la travesía, siempre supervisada por un guía profesional que te ayudará y explicará en todo momento. Al llegar a lo más alto podrás ver las dunas de Maspalomas antes de volver al punto de inicio, donde podrás darte un baño refrescante para terminar la aventura en una de las playas más tranquilas del sur de la isla.

Después de presentarnos lo primero que haremos es aprender a controlar el kayak en la playa. Es una experiencia bonita y fácil para sentir el océano de una manera diferente. Iremos con chalecos salvavidas y en grupo, por lo que no tienes de qué preocuparte. La costa de Gran Canaria esconde preciosos lugares que te harán sentir como en una película de piratas. No es solo remar, sino descubrir un océano debajo de ti. Cuando la ruta en kayak acaba, cogeremos los equipos de snorkel y descubriremos el mundo subacuático para aprender más sobre el fondo y los peces que habitan aquí.

Be welcomed into my kitchen and Terrase to master the fine art of cooking the secret canarian paella, following my alternative recipe. Using only the freshest ingredients I'll show how I prepare slow-cooked sofrito and stock, the two most important ingredients of paella. We’ll enjoy wine, tapas and a delicious meal together whilst I give you an insight into one of the most coveted recipes in the world. You’ll be greeted with Tenerife's wine produced in the volcanic lands of Teide area ¨Abona¨ and appetizers as you get acquainted with me, sharing experiences and funny anecdotes all enjoying the nice view of Santa cruz and the Ocean. Other things to note we will meet at 11 am

We present a tasting based on Canarian artisan cheeses at La Playa de Las Canteras, in the heart of the city of Las Palmas. We will eat 6 cheeses from the different islands, accompanied by a glass of cava and another of red wine. We have more than 45 references of Canarian and foreign cheese and a great experience in commenting on its origins, flavors, preparation and sensations. Canarian cheeses are a great recognition worldwide and renowned in the culinary world. We have a well-connected presentation that encapsulates the best artisan cheeses on the island, along with wines and caves that match perfectly. The tasting takes place in a cozy gourmet store, with up to 8 seats, being the private experience and focused on tasting.

This is a mini-vacation for your mind. Enjoy 90 minutes of relaxation and meditation on our large rooftop terrace. Yin yoga is more needed and in more demand than ever. Yin is an introspective practice that offers a chance to turn inward and nurture the calm, quiet center within us. We will start the class with a short opening meditation, followed by a variety of poses which are held up to 5 minutes. We get to practice stillness, patience, and non-reactivity. We become better listening to our bodies, we become wiser as we get to know ourselves. The class closes with a long guided relaxation. All equipment like mats, blocks, pillows and blankets are provided.

Let's learn to dance salsa and bachata together! Whether you are a couple, a group of friends, family, or even a solo traveler, you will have a lot of fun, while enjoying one of the best views of Maspalomas. At the end of the adventure, you will be able to follow the rhythm and dance your first steps in Cuban salsa and bachata. We are a group of local dancers that want to share the traditions of this kind of dance and music. The meeting point will be in a public and open area in front of the sea, in a suggestive place that will inspire you. Remember: humans are made to move their bodies with music: everyone can dance; the only thing that stops you is shame. That's why the experience will be lived in a funny and comfortable way. Technically, you will discover some tips that will allow you to dance like real salseros. You will learn the basic and advanced steps of salsa and bachata and you will learn how to coordinate it if you want to dance in couple or not. If your partner is someone who you live with then you can practice couple dance with him/her. Other things to note: In the case of rain, the experience can not be done. I can postpone the time or the day. Is better in couples. No dance experience needed.

While taking a nice walk around the estate I will give explanations and descriptions that will allow you to know first hand how we understand and live sustainability. The finca represents the true agriculture of the future and is located in one of Tenerife's most wonderful regions, El Rincón in La Orotava. The visit we offers the following: - A 30-45 minutes tour with first hand explanations from the finca's owner. - A banana snack - A sweet shot of the most famous banana liquor of the Canary Islands - Unforgettable views that will make you want to work with us All our tours are on demand, so it is important to stick to the reserved slot.