Off-Road Buggy Adventure in the Canyons Gran Canaria
- Duration2.5 hours
- Daily
- Group
- Pickup available
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Overview
Drive a buggy along the unpaved tracks of southern Gran Canaria on a guide-led off-road adventure through the Ayagaures and Fataga valleys. You stop at panoramic viewpoints, pass reservoirs and mountain villages, and feel the dust and freedom of the island's interior. The price includes the guide, insurance, protective goggles and hotel pickup and drop-off from the listed resort areas. Choose a longer morning tour or a shorter afternoon tour. Drivers need a valid licence and must be at least 18.
Highlights
- Guide-led buggy tour on the unpaved tracks of southern Gran Canaria
- Panoramic views over the Ayagaures Valley and its reservoir
- Drive through the canyons and villages of the Fataga area
- Insurance and protective goggles included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from the listed resort areas
- Morning tour of about 2.5 hours or afternoon tour of about 2 hours
- Guides in Spanish, English, German and French
Full Description
A guided buggy tour through the canyons of southern Gran Canaria
This buggy tour in Gran Canaria takes you away from the beach resorts and into the dry mountains behind them. A guide leads the convoy on tracks that ordinary cars cannot use, and you take the wheel of your own off-road buggy, with a passenger seat beside you.
The route is easy to enjoy even if you have never driven a buggy: the guide gives a clear briefing before the start, keeps the pace steady and stops to let the dust settle and the group regroup. It is a fun way to explore the island, with the wind, the sun and the landscape all around you.
The Ayagaures Valley and the Pedro Gonzalez viewpoint
The tour heads first towards the Ayagaures Valley, a wide gorge of rock, cactus and pine below the highlands of the south. At the Pedro Gonzalez viewpoint you park the buggies and look out over the valley, its reservoir and the surrounding mountains, in a scene that many guests photograph again and again.
From the viewpoint the unpaved road continues into smaller canyons, where the track narrows and the scenery changes from red rock to dry scrub. This is the heart of the Gran Canaria buggy adventure, and it gives a sense of how big and empty the island becomes just a short drive inland.
The Fataga area, reservoirs and mountain villages
Later the route explores the countryside near the Fataga Valley, famous for its palm groves and whitewashed villages, and passes reservoirs that hold water for the dry south. You see terraced fields, old farmhouses and viewpoints that look across many folds of mountain.
The stops are short but well chosen, and the guide shares details about the villages, plants and volcanic history. The exact route can change with track conditions, weather and group size, so treat the itinerary as a guide. Expect a mix of dusty stretches, small climbs and easy driving.
Morning or afternoon tour: who can drive and what to wear
There are two options. The morning tour lasts about 2.5 hours and collects guests from a wide list of resort areas; the shorter afternoon tour lasts about 2 hours and collects from the main areas around Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles only. Check the pickup list for your option in the booking panel.
The driver must be at least 18 and hold a valid car driving licence, which is mandatory; one licence per buggy is enough and you can take turns. Passengers must be at least 1.35 metres tall. Wear closed shoes and clothes you do not mind getting dusty; goggles are provided, and a face bandana can be bought at the shop.
Itinerary
- Hotel pickupPickup from your resort area in the listed pickup zone, then transfer to the buggy base.
- Briefing and buggy allocationThe guide explains the controls, safety rules and the route, and you receive protective goggles.
- Drive to the Ayagaures ValleyFollow the guide along unpaved tracks towards the valley.
- Pedro Gonzalez viewpointStop for panoramic views of the valley, reservoir and mountains.
- Canyons, reservoirs and the Fataga areaContinue through canyons and past reservoirs and villages, with short stops.
- Return and drop-offFinish at the base and return to your hotel area in the listed pickup zone.
What's included
- Buggy tour with guide
- Insurance
- Protective goggles
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the listed areas
Not included
- Drop-off outside the listed areas
- Face bandana (available in the shop)
- Photos and video (available in the shop)
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Active travellers looking for adrenaline
- A half-day plan — about 2.5 hours
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
- Walking is difficult for you — expect active parts
- You travel with young children
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with serious back problems
- Anyone under 1.35 m tall
- Drivers without a valid car driving licence
- Anyone under 18 as a driver
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is included in both options, from the listed resort areas only. The morning option collects from San Agustin, Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas, Sonnenland, Meloneras, Patalavaca, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Playa del Cura, Taurito and Puerto de Mogan. The afternoon option collects only from San Agustin, Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas, Meloneras and Sonnenland. Your pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Important information
- The driver must be at least 18 and bring a valid car driving licence; minors may not drive under any circumstances.
- One driving licence per buggy is enough, and the co-driver can take a turn if they also bring a licence.
- Minimum height for passengers is 1.35 metres.
- Closed shoes such as trainers are mandatory; sandals and flip-flops are not allowed.
- Insurance, goggles and the guide are included; a face bandana, photos and video can be bought at the shop.
- Always follow the guide's instructions and keep a safe distance.
- Not suitable for pregnant women or people with serious back problems.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the buggy tour cost?
The price depends on the option you choose and on the number of guests and buggies. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option for the date you select.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, in both options, from the listed resort areas. The morning tour has a wider pickup list than the afternoon tour, and drop-off outside the listed areas is not included.
How long is the buggy tour?
The morning tour lasts about 2.5 hours and the afternoon tour about 2 hours, plus the transfers.
Is the buggy tour suitable for children?
Children can join as passengers if they are at least 1.35 metres tall, but the driver must be an adult of at least 18 years. Minors are never allowed to drive.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear closed shoes and light clothes that can get dusty, bring sunglasses and your driving licence. Goggles are included, and a face bandana is available at the shop.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, if the booking panel shows availability for the option and date. The afternoon tour and the morning tour have different pickup areas, so check yours first.
What is the difference between the options?
The morning tour is longer, at about 2.5 hours, with pickup from many resort areas. The afternoon tour is shorter, at about 2 hours, with pickup only from San Agustin, Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas, Meloneras and Sonnenland.
Do I need experience to drive a buggy?
No. The guide gives a full briefing and leads the group at a steady pace, but you must hold a valid car driving licence.
Can two people share one buggy?
Yes, buggies have a driver seat and a passenger seat. Only one licence per buggy is required, and you can swap drivers if both have a licence.
Where does the tour go?
The route heads through the Ayagaures Valley and its viewpoint, along unpaved canyon tracks and near the Fataga area, though it can change with conditions.
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