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The Gran Canaria’s Grand Getaway

  • The Gran Canarias Grand Getaway
Spend your day traversing Gran Canaria’s rich landscape, volcanic craters, and colorful villages.
Head out on a drive to Caldera de Bandama, Canaria’s largest extinct volcanic crater, for views upon views of the mountains and the ocean from the island’s highest summit. You’ll pass through colorful villages on your way to the iconic Roque Nublo, one of the world’s largest crags, and grab lunch surrounded by stunning mountain valleys right in the heart of the island. Before heading back, you’ll visit a fortress where the native Guanches faced off against the conquistadors in a historic battle.

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Shore Thing Highlights

  • Take the scenic route (because that's all there is) past vineyards and forests up to Pico de Bandama, the island’s highest summit

  • Admire the mix of architectural styles passing through villages such as Los Pechos, Tunte Village, and La Cumbre for a quick break

  • You’ll rock out (leisurely travel) in Roque Nublo, one of the world’s largest natural crags and rock formations

  • After lunch, visit Fortaleza de Ansite, where the native Guanches took shelter during their final battle with the Spanish conquistadors

Need to know

  • Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible

  • Approximately a 45-minute drive to Bandama

  • Sailors should expect long periods of walking and standing

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

  • Lunch is included

  • This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria

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