moderate
3–4 hours
Suitable for those with basic hiking fitness and the ability to walk uneven terrain over several hours.
Discover Gran Canaria’s rare rainforest in Barranco de los Cernícalos. Guided by two native experts, Sky Rebels offers intimate hikes blending nature, culture, and local knowledge just outside Maspalomas.
5,5 hours • 70 € per person • Hiking tour
Embark on a magical hiking adventure in Gran Canaria's Barranco de los Cernícalos, just 40 minutes from Maspalomas. Explore enchanting landscapes filled with unique flora and fauna in small groups of up to six. Enjoy a picnic of sandwiches and fruits while immersing yourself in this fairy-tale setting.
Only 40 minutes away from the resorts of Maspalomas; Gran Canaria changes its landscape radically and transforms into a tropical forest full of magic.
On this excursion to the Barranco de los Cernícalos, you will get to know the most special side of our island's unimaginable landscapes.
We will go on a hike where you will discover our endemic flora and fauna in a setting that looks like something out of a fairy tale.
-Hiking distance: 9 km -Unevenness of the route: 300 m -Difficulty: easy - medium -Walking time: approx. 4 hours (with stops)
-Small groups of maximum 6 people per day -Sandwiches and fruits included -Without commercial stops -Available in English and Spanish -Duration of the tour: 5.5 hours
-Individual passenger, Pick up from Maspalomas at designated points
80 € / passenger
8.10 at Faro de Maspalomas bus station 8.15 at Campo Internacional bus stop 8.20 at Riu Don Miguel roundabout 8.25 at Parque Tropical bus station 8.30 at San Agustin shopping centre bus stop
-Private group from Maspalomas (accommodation in: Bahía Feliz, Playa del Aguila, San Agustín, Playa del Inglés, Campo Internacional, Sonnenland, Maspalomas, Meloneras, Pasito Blanco, Salobre):
420 € / group
Includes hotel pick up
-Private group from Mogán (accommodation in: Arguineguín, Patalavaca, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Playa del Cura, Tauro, Taurito, Puerto de Mogán):
480 € / group
Includes hotel pick up
-Transfer from Maspalomas in an air-conditioned and fully air-conditioned minivan. -Hiking to the Barranco de los Cernícalos. -Picnic (sandwiches and fruit). -Accident and liability insurance. -Hiking sticks.
-Water (1.5 l per person is recommended). -Tips.
-Proper hiking shoes. -Warm clothes: long pants, T-shirt and raincoat / jacket in winter. -Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen in summer. -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, we will provide you with walking poles if you need them, included in the price. -Bring, at least, 1,5 litres of water with you.
-The company reserves the right to cancel the activity for technical or meteorological reasons. In this case the amount paid will be refunded. -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 client behaves in an inappropriate manner. -The activity is cancelled due to the client’s deliberate delay or failure to attend the activity.
The rainforest terrain can be fragile; to protect native plants and soil, remain on marked trails throughout the hike.
Hydration is key in subtropical climates—carry enough water and refill when available to avoid plastic waste.
Mossy rocks and uneven dirt can be slippery—sturdy hiking shoes with good grip are recommended.
The shaded rainforest stays cooler than surrounding areas but can be humid; dress in moisture-wicking layers.
Barranco de los Cernícalos has shaped local agriculture for centuries, its microclimate supporting unique flora that influenced native Canarian culture.
Sky Rebels emphasizes low-impact hiking and educates visitors on preserving the delicate rainforest ecosystem against invasive species and tourist pressure.
Provide footing and support on mossy, uneven rainforest paths.
Stay hydrated during humid subtropical hikes.
Protects against spring showers and unexpected mist.
spring specific
Keeps sun off your face during exposed trail sections and picnic breaks.
summer specific