Gran Canaria's Maspalomas Dunes & South Coast
The sun-baked south is Gran Canaria at its most iconic — a protected sea of golden dunes at Maspalomas rolling down to the beaches of Playa del Inglés and Meloneras. Here is how to explore the dunes and the resort coast, with the best-rated camel safaris, buggy tours and e-bike rides to book.
At a glance
- 1Camel safari across the Maspalomas dunes
- 2Buggy or quad ride along the coast
- 3E-bike loop past Playa del Inglés & Meloneras
- 4Sunset over the golden sand sea
A camel safari across the dunes
The classic way to meet the Maspalomas dunes is on a swaying camel safari, tracing the ridges of the protected Special Nature Reserve just behind the lighthouse. Rides last around half an hour and are gentle enough for families, with the pale sand and the Atlantic stretching out on every side. It is the south coast's signature photo and an easy morning outing from any resort.
Buggies, quads and the open coast
For a jolt of adrenaline, swap the saddle for a buggy, quad or three-wheel Ryker and rip along coastal tracks and inland ravines above the resorts. Guided convoys leave from the Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés area, pairing viewpoints with off-road fun. Most trips run two to four hours and suit complete beginners, with helmets and a lead guide included throughout the route.
E-bikes and beaches at a slower pace
Prefer to freewheel? Electric-bike and segway sightseeing tours glide along the seafront promenade linking Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and elegant Meloneras, so you cover more ground without the effort. End the day where everyone gathers — the dune ridge at sunset, when the low light turns the whole sand sea amber and the crowds thin out along the shore.
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