It can be difficult to pre-plan unless you have prior knowledge of just exactly what is available. Gran Canaria has lots to offer on the activity front and a boring holiday on this beautiful island would be almost an impossibility.
Water Parks
One of the best fun days available in Gran Canaria is the water parks. There are two parks both with very distinctive styles; the largest of the parks is Aqualand which is situated in Maspalomas and the smaller park, ideal for children under ten, is Atlantida in Puerto Rico.
Sioux City Wild West Town
If it’s a day away from the sun and the water that is needed then a very economical and entertaining option is Sioux City, the Wild West town in the bay of Aguila Playa. With multiple shows during the daytime, every day apart from Mondays, it’s a spectacular way of keeping the kids happy. With the fascinating reptile house exhibition of snakes and scorpions; the mini zoo complete with pot bellied pigs, shooting ranges and even the hilarious `boot hill´, there are hours of fun to be enjoyed.
A Zany Jeep Safari
One of the most fun ways of seeing the island at first hand is by being chauffeured in a huge open topped jeep. A day spent sightseeing the fantastic Canarian countryside while the mad-hat pranks of the jeep drivers will keep you amused for a full day. The Zig Zag Jeep Safari guides are well informed on the history and culture of the island and make frequent stops on route to give interesting insights into the local history and way of life.
Buggies and Quad Biking
Many younger visitors to Gran Canaria enjoy the thrill of driving themselves on buggies or quad bikes along specially organised routes through the mountains that really make the most of these exciting forms of transport. Be prepared; a full driving licence is required to be able to hire these machines and to drive on the Canarian roads.
Boat Cruises and Sea Fishing
One of the most popular activities in Gran Canaria is the day long boat cruises that sail from Puerto Rico. The five and a half hour pleasure trips include food and beverage on board as well as stops for snorkelling and swimming. For those holiday makers travelling with younger children then the shorter two hour dolphin searches are perhaps more suitable.
For the adventurous, the wide variety of sport fishing cruises that sail from Puerto Rico and Puerto Mogán are amazing
Water Sports
Jet skis, parasailing, banana boat rides and scuba diving are the most fashionable excitement sports with the younger generations in the south of Gran Canaria. There is availability to practice all of these varied sports from both the resorts of Playa del Ingles and Puerto Rico.
Water Parks
One of the best fun days available in Gran Canaria is the water parks. There are two parks both with very distinctive styles; the largest of the parks is Aqualand which is situated in Maspalomas and the smaller park, ideal for children under ten, is Atlantida in Puerto Rico.
Sioux City Wild West Town
If it’s a day away from the sun and the water that is needed then a very economical and entertaining option is Sioux City, the Wild West town in the bay of Aguila Playa. With multiple shows during the daytime, every day apart from Mondays, it’s a spectacular way of keeping the kids happy. With the fascinating reptile house exhibition of snakes and scorpions; the mini zoo complete with pot bellied pigs, shooting ranges and even the hilarious `boot hill´, there are hours of fun to be enjoyed.
A Zany Jeep Safari
One of the most fun ways of seeing the island at first hand is by being chauffeured in a huge open topped jeep. A day spent sightseeing the fantastic Canarian countryside while the mad-hat pranks of the jeep drivers will keep you amused for a full day. The Zig Zag Jeep Safari guides are well informed on the history and culture of the island and make frequent stops on route to give interesting insights into the local history and way of life.
Buggies and Quad Biking
Many younger visitors to Gran Canaria enjoy the thrill of driving themselves on buggies or quad bikes along specially organised routes through the mountains that really make the most of these exciting forms of transport. Be prepared; a full driving licence is required to be able to hire these machines and to drive on the Canarian roads.
Boat Cruises and Sea Fishing
One of the most popular activities in Gran Canaria is the day long boat cruises that sail from Puerto Rico. The five and a half hour pleasure trips include food and beverage on board as well as stops for snorkelling and swimming. For those holiday makers travelling with younger children then the shorter two hour dolphin searches are perhaps more suitable.
For the adventurous, the wide variety of sport fishing cruises that sail from Puerto Rico and Puerto Mogán are amazing
Water Sports
Jet skis, parasailing, banana boat rides and scuba diving are the most fashionable excitement sports with the younger generations in the south of Gran Canaria. There is availability to practice all of these varied sports from both the resorts of Playa del Ingles and Puerto Rico.
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