Roque Nublo tour
Discover the real Gran Canaria, without commercial stops and authentic Canarian homemade meal included!
Roque Nublo tour
Roque Nublo tour
Without a doubt, the best hiking tour to Roque Nublo Gran Canaria, accompanied by the best team.
Firstly: let us start by telling you that we are a team of three: Inés, Juanjo and our beloved van "Lupita". We are passionate about going out to visit the island and explore all its nooks. We are in love with its people, its landscapes and traditions. So, we are excited to show, to anyone who wants it, all the wonders that are hidden in our "small continent": the island of Gran Canaria. That's our reason to invite you to discover the island with us.
Thus, we have designed a route through our own experience. It is a privilege to have been born here and -after 46 years enjoying the island for ourselves- we know it is time to enjoy it with you. Without commercial stops.
You will spend an unforgettable day discovering every corner of this small continent. The hike to Roque Nublo will blow your mind. You will enjoy to the fullest our local food with local products that we will prepare for you, in the middle of the amazing nature and the peaks of this island.
Last, but not least; all this seasoned with the fantastic history that hides the 14.5 million years of existence of Gran Canaria. You will spend a magical day with all kinds of surprises. Don't think twice and go on an adventure with us!
This is a private tour, specially designed to discover not only the highlights of Gran Canaria (like Roque Nublo, Pico de las Nieves or Agüimes), but also other hidden places not so famous, but full of charm. During this tour, we want to show you this island and the local way of life. Our history, nature, culture and idiosyncrasy.
We will start in Maspalomas and go into the mountains exploring different viewpoints, villages, volcanic craters and more. Besides, this excursion includes hiking to Roque Nublo; and a lunch with km 0 products in the heart of the Biosphere Reserve of Gran Canaria.
- Small groups of maximum 6 people per day
- Hiking to the Roque Nublo of 3 km in total (round trip). Difficulty: easy
- Homemade food prepared by ourselves
- Without commercial stops
- Available in English and Spanish
- Duration of the tour: approx. 8.5 hours
Degollada de las Yeguas
Santa Lucía views
Hiking to Roque Nublo
Meal at the Biosphere Reserve
Pico de las Nieves
Caldera de los Marteles
Agüimes
Maspalomas Dunes
Pick up from Maspalomas (accommodation in: Bahía Feliz, Playa del Aguila, San Agustín, Playa del Inglés, Campo Internacional, Sonnenland, Maspalomas, Meloneras, Pasito Blanco, Salobre):
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- 100 € / passenger
Pick up from Mogán (accommodation in: Arguineguín, Patalavaca, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Playa del Cura, Tauro, Taurito, Puerto de Mogán):
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- 105 € / passenger
- The company reserves the right to cancel the activity for technical or meteorological reasons. In this case the amount paid will be refunded.
- If the client cancels the activity with more than 48 hours notice, the amount paid will be refunded, except for a 10% handling fee per passenger.
- If the client cancels the activity with less than 48 hours notice, no refund will be made.
- In any of the following cases, Sky Rebels will not refund the client:
- The client is intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
- The activity is cancelled due to the client's deliberate delay or failure to attend the activity.
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Reasons to choose this day trip
Without a doubt, the best hiking tour to Roque Nublo Gran Canaria, accompanied by the best team.
Firstly: let us start by telling you that we are a team of three: Inés, Juanjo and our beloved van “Lupita”. We are passionate about going out to visit the island and explore all its nooks. We are in love with its people, its landscapes and traditions. So, we are excited to show, to anyone who wants it, all the wonders that are hidden in our “small continent”: the island of Gran Canaria. That’s our reason to invite you to discover the island with us.
Thus, we have designed a route through our own experience. It is a privilege to have been born here and -after 46 years enjoying the island for ourselves- we know it is time to enjoy it with you. Without commercial stops.
You will spend an unforgettable day discovering every corner of this small continent. The hike to Roque Nublo will blow your mind. You will enjoy to the fullest our local food with local products that we will prepare for you, in the middle of the amazing nature and the peaks of this island.
Last, but not least; all this seasoned with the fantastic history that hides the 14.5 million years of existence of Gran Canaria. You will spend a magical day with all kinds of surprises. Don’t think twice and go on an adventure with us!
Highlights
This tour is specially designed to discover not only the highlights of Gran Canaria (like Roque Nublo, Pico de las Nieves or Agüimes), but also other hidden places not so famous, but full of charm. During this tour, we want to show you this island and the local way of life. Our history, nature, culture and idiosyncrasy.
We will start in Maspalomas and go into the mountains exploring different viewpoints, villages, volcanic craters and more. Besides, this excursion includes hiking to Roque Nublo; and a lunch with km 0 products in the heart of the Biosphere Reserve of Gran Canaria.
- Small groups of maximum 6 people per day
- Hiking to the Roque Nublo of 3 km in total (round trip). Difficulty: easy
- Homemade food prepared by ourselves
- Without commercial stops
- Available in English and Spanish
- Duration of the tour: approx. 7 hours
The local food
It’s not only about discovering Gran Canaria highlights on a guided tour; but also its gastronomy and enjoying a meal with friends.
As you can see from the comments, one of the things our clients praise the most is our local food cooked on the spot and in the open air. We will prepare a home cooked meal including fresh, local ingredients. Of course; we adapt to your tastes and can make variations to the menu (we have vegetarian, coeliac and other intolerance options).
The meal will take place in the best setting: the heart of the Biosphere Reserve. In this place, you will taste our typical recipes: potatoes with mojo, cheeses, olives, meats, fruits… all with seasonal ingredients.
Enjoy!
Hiking to Roque Nublo Gran Canaria
We are currently the only company that offers a full day excursion that includes hiking to Roque Nublo. To make the route easier for you, we will provide you with hiking equipment (sticks and water); however, we recommend that you wear comfortable walking shoes. Finally, the day before the excursion we will inform you in detail about the weather forecast so that you bring the appropriate clothing.
During the hike to Roque Nublo, we will tell you the legends and stories about this sacred place; you will discover why this place has been and is the most emblematic point of Gran Canaria.
No commercial stops
We promise you:
- We will not go through areas crowded with tourists in which you will be forced to buy souvenirs.
- You are not going to make unnecessary extra expenses.
- We do not want you to waste your time in places that have nothing to do with the history and culture of Gran Canaria.
In summary: You will use all the time of this experience to understand and discover this wonderful island.
However, on our route we will find different types of shops of all kinds. Most of them with local gastronomic and artisan products. Our commitment to Sustainable Tourism includes the promotion and development of local commerce and small traditional businesses. All the extra expenses you make go directly to them, we do not receive commissions of any kind.
Prices of our Roque Nublo tour
Pick up from Maspalomas (accommodation in: Bahía Feliz, Playa del Aguila, San Agustín, Playa del Inglés, Campo Internacional, Sonnenland, Maspalomas, Meloneras, Pasito Blanco, Salobre):
- 100 € / passenger
Pick up from Mogán (accommodation in: Arguineguín, Patalavaca, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Playa del Cura, Tauro, Taurito, Puerto de Mogán):
- 105 € / passenger
Private group from Maspalomas (accommodation in: Bahía Feliz, Playa del Aguila, San Agustín, Playa del Inglés, Campo Internacional, Sonnenland, Maspalomas, Meloneras, Pasito Blanco, Salobre):
- 550 € / group, up to 6 passengers
Private group from Mogán (accommodation in: Arguineguín, Patalavaca, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Playa del Cura, Tauro, Taurito, Puerto de Mogán):
- 580 € / group, up to 6 passengers
FAQ about Roque Nublo tour
What does our Roque Nublo tour consist of?
The guided tour will take place in a new vehicle with all kinds of comforts. In addition, there is a hiking part, where we will walk along one of the routes most used by the ancient aborigines of the island. At the end of this route is the majestic Roque Nublo. It is a sacred place for the aborigines, and is the most emblematic natural monument of the island of Gran Canaria.
How far will we walk?
The hiking part is completely optional, the hike up to Roque Nublo is 1,5 km uphill and 1,5 km downhill. This hiking route is marked as easy level. On this private excursion in Gran Canaria, we will provide you with walking poles and water to make the route easier, all included in the price.
How far will we travel?
Our minivan, “Lupita”, has all the comforts, such as individual air conditioning and USB ports for charging electronic devices. Above all, we want your experience with our private excursions in Gran Canaria to be as enjoyable as possible.
How long does this hiking tour in Gran Canaria last?
Where and what are we eating?
The food is home-cooked, made with fresh, seasonal produce, most of it bought from small local shops, so the quality is unbeatable.We will contact you in order to know your preferences before the trip and to choose the food and drinks based on the information you have provided. In any case, as far as drinks are concerned, we would appreciate it if you could be as specific as possible (e.g. if you choose soft drinks, please specify the type).
Please note that we are in a protected natural area, therefore, we ask you to deposit all your waste in the waste bins provided.
If we don’t make commercial stops, does that mean I can’t buy a souvenir?
On our private tours, we want to encourage local trade and traditional small businesses. All the extra expenses you incur go directly to them, we do not receive commissions of any kind.
Is everything included in this tour?
As we have already mentioned in the previous question, the only extra cost would be if you decide to buy any kind of product in the local shops and stalls that you will find along the guided tour. But that is entirely up to you.
If you are a coffee lover, we can also stop at a local coffee shop after lunch if you ask us to do so and make your siesta time easier. That expense is also on you.
What clothes and shoes should I wear for the excursion?
Comfortable shoes (trainers would be a good choice).
Warm clothes (near the coast you can be in a short-sleeved T-shirt, but on the summit it’s cold even in summer, sometimes it rains!)
Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen (logical, right?)
Mobile phones and all kinds of electronic devices you want with 100% charge (although in the vehicle we have a USB input for charging electronic devices in the passenger compartment).
For the hiking route to Roque Nublo, we will provide you with walking poles if you need them, included in the price.
What are the weather conditions?
Near the coast, you can wear a short-sleeved T-shirt. But at the summit it is often cold, even in summer, and sometimes it rains! That’s why we recommend being prepared for all kinds of weather situations.
In any case, Sky Rebels reserves the right to modify the tour in case of adverse weather conditions.
What is the cancellation policy?
The company reserves the right to cancel the activity in case the required minimum number of passengers is not reached. In this case, the amount paid will be refund.
If the client cancels the activity with more than 48 hours notice, the amount paid will be refunded, except for a 10% handling fee per passenger.
If the client cancels the activity with less than 48 hours notice, no refund will be made. In any of the following cases, Sky Rebels will not refund the client:
The client is intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
The activity is cancelled due to the client’s deliberate delay or failure to attend the activity.
Barranco de las Vacas, Caves & charming villages
Landscapes that will blow your mind: Barranco de las Vacas, secret aboriginal caves and a charming farming village.
An unforgettable experience that involves legends, nature, music and much more!
- 2 local guides.
- No commercial stops.
- Maximum 6 passengers per group.
- 4 hours.
Risco Caido and Sacred Mountains
Are you interested in history, archaeology and ethnography? Do you want to know more about the surprising history of the first inhabitants of Gran Canaria?
We propose a journey through time in which you will learn about the history of the ancient Canarians while visiting places like the cave houses in Artenara, the beautiful Tejeda and La Fortaleza.
- 2 local guides.
- No commercial stops.
- Canarian homemade food included.
- Maximum 6 passengers per group.
- 8 hours.
Barranco de los Cernicalos
Fairy tales landscapes in Gran Canaria. During this hiking tour you are going to enjoy our rainforest, waterfalls and endemic nature in the island of Gran Canaria.
- 2 local guides.
- No commercial stops.
- Sandwiches / fruit included.
- Maximum 6 passengers per group.
- 5.5 hours.
Cuatro Puertas & Tufia
We are going to visit Cuatro Puertas, one the biggest cave construction in the island, carved more than 1.000 years ago that will leave you open-mouthed.
After this, we will visit Tufia, a curious fishermen neighbourhood in which you will learn about the local hospitality.
- 2 local guides.
- No commercial stops.
- Maximum 6 passengers per group.
- 4 hours.
Customised tours
Would you like to make a route through Gran Canaria, at your own pace, and in a totally private group?
We have the experience you are looking for! We adapt to your wishes and design a personalised excursion according to your wishes.
- 2 local guides.
- No commercial stops.
- Canarian homemade food included.
- Private tour guaranteed.
- Customized routes according to your timing and requirements.
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Roque Nublo Gran Canaria parking
Getting to Roque Nublo is a 1 hour on windy roads drive. If you don’t get at the right moment, you should have problems to leave your car. Keep in mind that it is forbidden to leave the vehicle on the asphalt, and the fine for doing so is 200€.
