Walking on Gran Canaria
Enjoy Gran Canaria’s world-class walking, varied scenery and ‘eternal spring’ weather as we uncover the island’s beautiful central mountains and rugged coastline. Our base in Agaete is away from the hustle and bustle of the larger resorts and offers great access to trails in the north, tucked away villages, as well as the dramatic landscapes of Tejeda and the eye-catching rock formation of Roque Nublo. Walks along balcony paths provide sweeping views across the island.
What you’ll love
- The wonderful walking climate, especially in winter
- Walking through stunning scenery and rock formations
- Visiting Europe’s only coffee plantation at San Pedro
- Relaxing at our comfortable seafront hotel in Agaete
- Making the most of the ‘eternal spring’ weather
- Admiring the dramatic landscapes of Tejeda
What’s included
- Return flights from London Gatwick, including baggage and transfers (flights available from other airports - price may vary)
- A choice of 2 guided walks per day with local leaders (on walking days)
- HF Holidays Tour Manager
- 7 nights' accommodation in Agaete
- 7 breakfasts & 7 dinners
- All in-destination transport
Trip Notes
Easy to download as a PDF, our trip notes provide detailed information for every holiday. Please click below to find the trip notes for your departure date.
All our carefully-curated itineraries are designed by our experts. While we make every effort to adhere to the described itinerary, we may take alternative routes or adapt the running order for weather and/or operational reasons.
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Welcome to Hotel Occidental Roca Negra. Unpack and settle in.
Visit Parque Rural de Doramas, which has one of the last strongholds of laurel forest in Gran Canaria. We finish our day with a visit to one of the most charming and typically Canarian villages, Teror.
Option 1 - Finca de Osorio and Teror
Distance: 4.7 miles (7.5km)
Ascent: 300 ft (100m)
Descent: 400 ft (120m)
In summary: We journey through laurel forest that forms part of the ancient forest of Doramas, which once occupied the entire north of the island. As we explore the forest further we will discover trails with tree species of American and European origin, too.
Highlight: The ancient forest of Selva Doramas and the charming village of Teror
Option 2 - Osorio Pico de Rayo, Laguna de Valleseco & Teror
Distance: 5.3 miles (8.5km)
Ascent: 1,200 ft (360m)
Descent: 1,100 ft (340m)
In summary: Our walk explores the Finca de Osorio which covers over 200 hectares of forest and farmland surrounding the Pico de Rayo, our summit for today which is a small volcano that reaches a height of 3,176 feet (968m).
Highlight: Reach the summit of Pico de Rayo.
Walk on the rim of Caldera de Tejeda to the village of Cruz de Tejeda. Take in the impressive volcanic scenery and discover the striking rocky outcrop of Roque Nublo.
Option 1 - Lianos de la Pez and the balcony path to Cruz de Tejeda
Distance: 4.5 miles (7km)
Ascent: 530 ft (160m)
Descent: 1025 ft (315m)
In summary: We start walking on a spectacular balcony path round the rim of the Caldera de Tejeda, before arriving at the welcoming cafes in Cruz de Tejeda.
Highlight: Views on the Balcony Path.
Option 2 - Roque Nublo and the Balcony Path to Cruz de Tejeda
Distance: 6 miles (9.5km)
Ascent: 1,100 ft (330m)
Descent: 1,600 ft (480m)
In summary: We start by ascending towards the stunning feature of Roque Nublo, standing at 5,800 feet at the heart of the island. We then transfer to start a further walk on a spectacular balcony path round the rim of the Caldera de Tejeda.
Highlight: Spectacular views from Roque Nublo.
Ascend the foothills of Tamadaba Natural Park and the 'Sacred Mountains', finishing in the coffee plantations of the Agaete Valley.
Option 1 - Agaete Valley
Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Ascent: 920 feet (280m)
Descent: 100 feet (20m)
In Summary: Walking up Agaete ravine at the base of Tamadaba National Park's sacred mountains, we admire one of the last volcanic lava flows of the island and cross the fertile valley of Agaete before arriving at the aromatic coffee plantation in San Pedro.
Highlight: Visit the coffee plantation at San Pedro
Option 2 - Guayedra to the Agaete Valley
Distance: 5.3 miles (8.5km)
Ascent: 2,550 feet (780m)
Descent: 1,550 feet (480m)
In summary: We ascend to the foothills of Tamadaba Natural Park (a biosphere reserve), admiring the views over fertile Agaete Valley and Europe's highest cliff, before descending to the aromatic coffee plantations in San Pedro.
Highlight: Visiting the coffee plantation at San Pedro for a tasting of local produce and, of course, home-grown coffee.
Each week there is a free day when no guided walks are offered. This is an ideal opportunity to relax around the hotel, walk independently or visit local places of interest. Some options for your free day might include:
Santa Cruz: Take a ferry to Santa Cruz, the port city which is the capital of neighbouring Tenerife. Wander the old town and visit the Palmetum – a large botanical garden containing one of the biggest collections of palm trees in the world. Santa Cruz also has a large waterpark with many different saltwater pools plus a lively bazaar and food market – the Mercado de Nuestra Senora de Africa. You could also visit the Museum of Nature and Man which contains the cannon which shot off the arm of Admiral Nelson! From Santa Cruz you could also take a tram to La Laguna, a town which is considered to be the cultural capital of Tenerife. Its historic centre is UNESCO listed.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: Take the bus to Gran Canaria’s capital – Las Palmas. This port city is known for its duty-free shopping, UNESCO listed old quarter and large, sandy beaches. Wander its side streets where you can pull up a chair in a café for tapas and drinks. In February, the annual carnival takes place with flamboyantly dressed performers, music and dancing.
Playa de La Aldea: Take the bus to this resort on the western side of the island with its long stretch of pebble beach served by bars and restaurants.
Agaete: Explore the town and visit Tamadaba Natural Park which is home to a range of exotic plant species and the largest area of pine trees on the island. Then head for the port of Las Nieves with its many restaurants and beach. The nearby Maipes Archaeological Park is worth a visit; it's a cemetery housing around 700 tombs topped with rocks of volcanic origin.
Hotel: Relax at the hotel and take advantage of its outdoor swimming pool, wellness centre and roof terrace.
Visit the impressive province of La Aldea in the west of Gran Canaria. Take in the views from Degollada de Tasarte and climb Montaña del Viso, or traverse the valley below.
Option 1 - Degollada de Tasarte to La Adlea
Distance: 5.6 miles (9km)
Ascent: 700 ft (220m)
Descent: 2,300 ft (700m)
In summary: This walk starts at the Degollada before following a well used path to the town of La Aldea.
Highlight: Beautiful views on this walk.
Option 2 - Mount Viso and La Aldea
Distance: 6.2 miles (10.8km)
Ascent: 1,400 ft (420m)
Descent: 3,300 ft (1,000m)
In summary: Starting from the Degollada we traverse a spectacular balcony path above the valley before rising to the ridge and along to the summit of Mt. Viso. There are spectacular views over the coast and to Tenerife. We descend the end of the ridge to a viewpoint above La Aldea and through farmland to the town.
Highlight: Reach the summit of Mt. Viso.
Enjoy the viewpoints over the Canarian pines and Caldera at Moriscos and Pinos de Gáldar before continuing to Caideros.
Option 1 - Pinos de Galdar to Caideros
Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Ascent: 200 feet (60m)
Descent: 2,800 feet (860m)
In summary: We begin at the viewpoint of Pinos de Galdar looking over its recent Caldera (volcanic crater), before descending through pine forest to open countryside with fine views of the north of the island.
Highlight: Extensive views of Pinos de Galdar and the charming village of Caideros.
Option 2 - Moriscos to Caideros
Distance: 6.8 miles (11km)
Ascent: 800 ft (200m)
Descent: 3,500 ft (1,100m)
In summary: This option starts higher up at Mirador de Las palomas with views over Caldera de Tejeda and take us through Los Morsscoc before descending through pine forest to Lomo Galeote, and on to Caideros.
Highlight: Views over Caldera de tejeda and volcanic landscape.
We hope to see you again soon.
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Welcome to Hotel Occidental Roca Negra. Unpack and settle in.
Visit Parque Rural de Doramas, which has one of the last strongholds of laurel forest in Gran Canaria. We finish our day with a visit to one of the most charming and typically Canarian villages, Teror.
Option 1 - Finca de Osorio and Teror
Distance: 4.7 miles (7.5km)
Ascent: 300 ft (100m)
Descent: 400 ft (120m)
In summary: We journey through laurel forest that forms part of the ancient forest of Doramas, which once occupied the entire north of the island. As we explore the forest further we will discover trails with tree species of American and European origin, too.
Highlight: The ancient forest of Selva Doramas and the charming village of Teror
Option 2 - Osorio Pico de Rayo, Laguna de Valleseco & Teror
Distance: 5.3 miles (8.5km)
Ascent: 1,200 ft (360m)
Descent: 1,100 ft (340m)
In summary: Our walk explores the Finca de Osorio which covers over 200 hectares of forest and farmland surrounding the Pico de Rayo, our summit for today which is a small volcano that reaches a height of 3,176 feet (968m).
Highlight: Reach the summit of Pico de Rayo.
This evening we will enjoy a gala dinner at the hotel.
Walk on the rim of Caldera de Tejeda to the village of Cruz de Tejeda. Take in the impressive volcanic scenery and discover the striking rocky outcrop of Roque Nublo.
Option 1 - Lianos de la Pez and the balcony path to Cruz de Tejeda
Distance: 4.5 miles (7km)
Ascent: 530 ft (160m)
Descent: 1025 ft (315m)
In summary: We start walking on a spectacular balcony path round the rim of the Caldera de Tejeda, before arriving at the welcoming cafes in Cruz de Tejeda.
Highlight: Views on the Balcony Path.
Option 2 - Roque Nublo and the Balcony Path to Cruz de Tejeda
Distance: 6 miles (9.5km)
Ascent: 1,100 ft (330m)
Descent: 1,600 ft (480m)
In summary: We start by ascending towards the stunning feature of Roque Nublo, standing at 5,800 feet at the heart of the island. We then transfer to start a further walk on a spectacular balcony path round the rim of the Caldera de Tejeda.
Highlight: Spectacular views from Roque Nublo.
Ascend the foothills of Tamadaba Natural Park and the 'Sacred Mountains', finishing in the coffee plantations of the Agaete Valley.
Option 1 - Agaete Valley
Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Ascent: 920 feet (280m)
Descent: 100 feet (20m)
In Summary: Walking up Agaete ravine at the base of Tamadaba National Park's sacred mountains, we admire one of the last volcanic lava flows of the island and cross the fertile valley of Agaete before arriving at the aromatic coffee plantation in San Pedro.
Highlight: Visit the coffee plantation at San Pedro
Option 2 - Guayedra to the Agaete Valley
Distance: 5.3 miles (8.5km)
Ascent: 2,550 feet (780m)
Descent: 1,550 feet (480m)
In summary: We ascend to the foothills of Tamadaba Natural Park (a biosphere reserve), admiring the views over fertile Agaete Valley and Europe's highest cliff, before descending to the aromatic coffee plantations in San Pedro.
Highlight: Visiting the coffee plantation at San Pedro for a tasting of local produce and, of course, home-grown coffee.
Visit the impressive province of La Aldea in the west of Gran Canaria. Take in the views from Degollada de Tasarte and climb Montaña del Viso, or traverse the valley below.
Option 1 - Degollada de Tasarte to La Adlea
Distance: 5.6 miles (9km)
Ascent: 700 ft (220m)
Descent: 2,300 ft (700m)
In summary: This walk starts at the Degollada before following a well used path to the town of La Aldea.
Highlight: Beautiful views on this walk.
Option 2 - Mount Viso and La Aldea
Distance: 6.2 miles (10.8km)
Ascent: 1,400 ft (420m)
Descent: 3,300 ft (1,000m)
In summary: Starting from the Degollada we traverse a spectacular balcony path above the valley before rising to the ridge and along to the summit of Mt. Viso. There are spectacular views over the coast and to Tenerife. We descend the end of the ridge to a viewpoint above La Aldea and through farmland to the town.
Highlight: Reach the summit of Mt. Viso.
Enjoy the viewpoints over the Canarian pines and Caldera at Moriscos and Pinos de Gáldar before continuing to Caideros.
Option 1 - Pinos de Galdar to Caideros
Distance: 5 miles (8km)
Ascent: 200 feet (60m)
Descent: 2,800 feet (860m)
In summary: We begin at the viewpoint of Pinos de Galdar looking over its recent Caldera (volcanic crater), before descending through pine forest to open countryside with fine views of the north of the island.
Highlight: Extensive views of Pinos de Galdar and the charming village of Caideros.
Option 2 - Moriscos to Caideros
Distance: 6.8 miles (11km)
Ascent: 800 ft (200m)
Descent: 3,500 ft (1,100m)
In summary: This option starts higher up at Mirador de Las palomas with views over Caldera de Tejeda and take us through Los Morsscoc before descending through pine forest to Lomo Galeote, and on to Caideros.
Highlight: Views over Caldera de tejeda and volcanic landscape.
We hope to see you again soon.
Occidental Roca Negra, Gran Canaria
Enjoying a seafront location in a quiet residential part of Agaete, the recently renovated Occidental Roca Negra offers 140 large and bright en-suite rooms, a large freeform swimming pool and a wellness centre. This hotel combines a wonderful location from which to access Gran Canaria’s superb walking as well as a comfortable stay, including a contemporary restaurant and outdoor seating which enjoy sea views.
Rooms
The Roca Negra was completely renovated in 2019 and features 140 spacious and contemporary rooms. All rooms feature:
- Flat screen television
- Air conditioning
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Complimentary toiletries
- Telephone
- Balcony or Terrace
- Room safe
- Hairdryer
About your stay
Whilst staying at the hotel guests can enjoy:
- Large outdoor swimming pool with sea views
- Extensive wellness centre
- Rooftop terrace with panoramic views and comfy seating
- Two bars serving a selection of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks
- Gym
- Free Wi-Fi
Food & drink
Our holidays in Gran Canaria are on a half-board basis and include breakfast and evening meal.
Breakfast
Breakfast is served in Restaurante El Juncal and there is an extensive selection of hot and cold options from a self-select buffet.
Lunch (payable locally)
Ingredients for packed lunches can be purchased in nearby Agaete and stored in the fridge in your room. On some days it may be possible to eat out at local cafes; your leaders will advise you of the best options.
Dinner
Dinner is also served in Restaurante El Juncal. A large and impressive buffet with a huge range of appetizers, at least 4 options of main course and a mouth-watering dessert section including a range of cheeses.
Your evenings
The friendly atmosphere of our guided walking holidays continues into the evening. Enjoy a glass of wine or local beer whilst hearing about the next day's walking options. You may wish to take a stroll to Agaete, passing the natural salt water swimming pools in the rocks and meandering down to the harbour. Your leaders will advise you of any local entertainment on offer.
Essential information
It's best to be prepared for all weather conditions. To make it easier, here is a list of items you should consider packing.
Essentials
- Walking boots
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof trousers
- Insulated jacket/top
- Walking clothing
- Walking socks (plus spares)
- Sunhat
- Gloves/mitts and warm hat
- Water bottle (minimum 2 litre capacity)
- Headtorch
- High-factor sunscreen (minimum SPF 30)
- Sunglasses with a dark lens
- Rucksack (15-30 litres)
- Mobile phone
- Personal first aid kit (containing your medication, blister plasters, etc.)
- Passport
- Visa (if applicable)
- Copy of your travel insurance policy
- UK Global Health Insurance Card (formerly known as EHIC)
Recommended
- Collapsible walking poles
- Swimwear and travel towel
- Snacks
- Dry bags
- Rubbish bags
- Insect repellent
Optional extras
- Camera
- Sit mat
- Flask for hot drinks
- Durable lunch box
- Gaiters
- GPS device
Guest reviews
All holidays are subject to availability. Supplements may apply.
Non-member fee: £30 per person.
If you choose land only, you will be responsible for making your own travel arrangements, including your flights and airport transfers at your destination. Any flights booked independently will also not be covered by our ATOL license.
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Important information
- With flight holidays: Price includes return flights to Las Palmas Airport, hold baggage and airport transfers
- Regional flights: Please click BOOK NOW to view alternative UK airports
- Our airport taxi service operates at this resort - price available on request
- Independent travellers can join our transfer from Las Palmas Airport - please contact us for prices
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