Sites & Bites: Gran Canaria botanical garden and fresh fruits

Finca Los Olivos and rum distillery tour with cave-side lunch

Gran Canaria's seamless blend of Spanish, African and Latin American flavours makes for a culinary experience like no other. With your Scandinavian-speaking guide on hand to show you around, this tour serves up a selection of local delicacies, with a side order of scenic and impressive views. Lukas, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘There's a great mix of island landscapes and authentic flavours on this tour, and you'll get to find out how our wonderful local rum is produced from sugar cane.'We'll start with a light tapas treat in Finca Los Olivos, where you'll get to sample some classic Canarian specialities in a great setting. Next, you'll head to Arehucas distillery to sample some of its famed rum. The distillery tour includes an introduction to the history of rum in Gran Canaria, and how what was initially a side product of sugar production became one of the best loved island products. To finish off, you'll enjoy a tasting of some of the different rums produced at the distillery.Then, as lunchtime beckons, you'll round off your trip with a tasty Canarian lunch made with locally produced ingredients at a family-run restaurant. You'll either be under the cool, vaulted ceilings of the cave or out on the terrace with views of the valley and mountains.

The soul of Gran Canaria tour – villages, views and traditions

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Taste The Origins food tour with gofio mill and pepper farm

Get ready for an authentic taste of Gran Canaria's south-east. You'll begin with a guided stroll through the town of Aguimes, where cobbled streets and a pastel patchwork of lava stone houses are on show. Next, you'll head to a mill that's been using traditional toasting and grinding methods to produce a Canarian favourite, gofio, for over 75 years. From here, it's time for more tastings, with an hour and a half at PepeOil Eco Farm. As you tour the sustainable farm estate, you'll sample fresh fruit and homemade sugarcane lemonade, before trying local delicacies with the farm's pepper oils.

Delphinus Gran Canaria

This selection of diving packages are ideal for advanced scuba divers that want to take their skills to the next level. You'll be able to dive off the coast of Gran Canaria with the help of local instructors. There are over 17 options to choose from including Advanced Open Water classes, wreck dives, Emergency Response courses and even night dives. Friendly, knowledgable dive centre staff at will help you decide what's right for you.

Two-hour Oby Cat cruise with swim stop in Gran Canaria

Kick back, relax and let the Oby Cat do the sailing on this two-hour cruise along Gran Canaria's southern coast. Departing from Puerto Rico, you'll glide towards Meloneras, soaking up the sea breeze and coastal views as you go. Fancy a dip? The crew will drop the anchor so you can swim or try snorkelling with the gear provided. On deck, it's all about chill vibes – you can lounge in the sun, sip unlimited drinks like beer, cava and sangria and enjoy some serious R&R before heading back.

Vegas Rouge live at Sala Scala Gran Canaria

Vegas Rouge is turning up the heat at Sala Scala in Gran Canaria. Made for adults who love a little sparkle, this show brings the thrill of the Las Vegas Strip straight to the island. You'll experience a high-energy spectacle packed with stunning costumes, seductive choreography and non-stop entertainment. It's all glamour, music and showbiz magic, bringing together world-class dancers, acrobatics and artistry. So, grab your seat and let the razzle-dazzle begin.

Adults-only Oby Cat cruise in Gran Canaria

Jump aboard the Oby Cat boat for an epic adults-only cruise. You'll set sail on a four-hour afternoon trip along a stretch of Gran Canaria's volcanic south-west coast. Along the way, the skipper will anchor at a quiet bay where you can swim, snorkel, paddleboard or hit the waterslide. Prefer a slower pace? You can stretch out on the comfy sun deck with drinks from the open bar. You'll round off the day savouring Canarian favourites – paella and wrinkled potatoes with tangy mojo sauce are on the menu.

Tour de degustação de mini trem em Firgas, Gran Canaria

Aventura off-road pelas aldeias de montanha da Gran Canaria

Esta aventura off-road destaca a beleza natural da Gran Canaria. Você começará em Meloneras antes de seguir pela Trilha El Juncal em um 4x4. Há algumas paradas panorâmicas em mirantes como Cortadores ao longo do caminho, cada uma repleta de oportunidades para fotos para ajudar você a conseguir aquele post perfeito para o Instagram – espere vistas deslumbrantes das montanhas e florestas de pinheiros que realmente mostram o lado selvagem da ilha. Em seguida, você passará pelas vilas de Tunte e Fataga para um vislumbre da vida local. E, para finalizar, há uma visita a uma plantação de aloe vera, onde você aprenderá tudo sobre os benefícios naturais da planta.

Aventura 4x4 em Gran Canaria com visita a uma fazenda de aloe vera

Comece sua aventura no coração de Gran Canaria com este passeio off-road 4x4. Você percorrerá paisagens deslumbrantes, visitando o Mirante de Chira, San Bartolomé de Tirajana e a Vila de Ayacata. Faça uma pausa na vila de Fataga, na encosta da montanha, conhecida como o Vale das Mil Palmeiras, com tempo livre para aproveitar como quiser. Você pode passear pelas casas caiadas das Canárias pelas quais este lugar é famoso ou parar em um restaurante para almoçar. Depois, aperte os cintos novamente para um passeio a uma plantação de aloe vera, um local imperdível nas Ilhas Canárias.