Gran Canaria · FOOD & DRINK
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 food & drink experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride camels through Gran Canaria’s Oasis of 1,000 Palms, meet farm animals, tour tropical gardens, and add local tapas and hotel transport.
“Great experience! The staff was very friendly and nice. The animals are well cared for and look relaxed. There was a very funny parrot that meows.”
Gran Canaria volcano tour with Roque Nublo hiking, local tasting, mountain scenery, and a sunset above the clouds at Pico de Las Nieves.
“Overall a great experience. Amazing sceneries. Daylos our guide was very knowledgeable. Thou the hike was more challenging than expected but manageable with rest stops even for a few seniors. Hiking poles were supplied which are godsend. Lunch was good portion, good quality and interesting.”
Review of Gran Canaria’s Afrikat catamaran cruise, with lunch, unlimited drinks, snorkeling, coastal views, and optional water sports.
“AMAZING. All the staff were so welcoming and hilarious. Got to know us all and where we were from with lots of laughs and jokes. Lots of nice little touches like photos, special drinks, and heavily discounted water sports. Paid €42pp for doughnut, speedboat, jet ski and snorkelling. Plenty of time for all and good food in between. Can’t wait to be back”
Review of Gran Canaria’s 4.5-hour catamaran cruise with lunch, unlimited drinks, snorkeling, kayaking, and SUP from Puerto Rico.
“we loved the experience, the food and drinks were great, the catamaran was luxurious and there was plenty of room in it.”
Explore Gran Canaria’s Red Canyon, ancient La Fortaleza, village food, and Playa de Arinaga on a guided small-group day trip.
“We were picked up at our hotel by Celeste, in a van for 8 guests. We met the other van in Santa Lucia where we had our first stop at a local shop and the church. Both groups were introduced to each other, a nice gesture. From there we travelled a while to the Fortaleza de Ansite, a volcanic building with a large number of caves used by aboriginals for dwelling and burials. The biggest one we visited, was open in both ends. Really amazing. After the lunch, in Santa Lucia, we went to the Barranco de Tirajana, a ravine in fantastic colours. The trip ended in a picturesque fishing…”
Explore Gran Canaria beyond the beaches with a laurel-forest hike, farm tasting, Firgas, and a swim at volcanic pools.
“It was an amazing trip. They tailored the experience to everybody's needs and it was a lovely small group.”
Sail Gran Canaria’s south coast from Puerto Rico with lunch, drinks, swimming, snorkeling, dolphin spotting, and a banana boat ride.
“We are a family of 4 (2 teens) and we loved the experience. The transportation was on time, very comfortable and nice bus. The capital and all crew were very nice and polite. We were lucky with the weather: it was sunny all day long. The drinks were good and the food as well. I would definitely recommend this activity.”
Sail from Puerto de Mogán with lunch, drinks, snorkeling, and a chance to steer on a relaxed eight-person Gran Canaria cruise.
“We really enjoyed the sailing and was lucky enough to see some dolphins too! Swimming was fun and food/drinks were excellent. We had a really fantastic time on a top yacht with great hosts who were brilliant. Thanks Lee & Tara from the UK.”
Review of Gran Canaria’s Afrikat catamaran cruise, with coastal views, swimming, food, drinks, music, and optional water sports.
“Absolutely fantastic. We will be booking again when we come back”
Tour Gran Canaria’s historic organic winery, wine museum, cellar, vineyards, and two-wine tasting with local cheese and bread.
“really informative tour, fascinating history. Wine and cheese delicious!”
Tour Gran Canaria’s banana museum, Arehucas rum distillery and Los Berrazales winery with tastings, lunch time and hotel-area pickup.
“This is an excellent excursion in every way. Very informative guide and a good chance to see part of the Island as well as the threes stops for the Banana Plantation, Run tasting and lastly the Coffee Growing. Everything was fine but…. If you are getting on and have difficulty walking, the Coffee place especially was a bit hard work getting up the path to. Otherwise a very good excursion.”
Cruise Gran Canaria’s Mogán coast to Taurito caves, then enjoy two hours of Canary Islands wine, cheese, and local food.
“A fantastic few hours with the hosts holding a lot of local knowledge. A must for anyone who loves to taste and drink the local way”
Tour Gran Canaria’s family winery, museum, cellar, and organic vineyards, then taste two local wines with cheese and bread in Santa Brígida.
“Highly recommended, very good explanations of the operation of the winery and family history.Auto-translated”
Private Gran Canaria sailing from Mogán with snorkeling, food, drinks, sea views, and hands-on time at the helm for up to eight people.
“It was a great experience. The water was clear and warm. The sailing tour was perfect and the food was nice. Kind people, they told us a lot about the island.”
Taste Canarian wines, vermouth, and local tapas in a restored 200-year-old farmhouse in Mogán, with estate views and a guided visit.
“A truly fantastic experience. We absolutely loved the kindness of the people, and we especially want to thank Katerina, who shared the history of the place with us and took many photos in the most picturesque spots. Afterward, we had the Tapas y wine tasting; the dishes were delicious and beautifully presented. The restaurant staff is lovely and offers 5-star service. 100% recommended!”
Water, dust, sand or a table — pick the afternoon and the island fills in the rest.
