Car Rental Gran Canaria - Exploring Gran Canaria

From desert-like sand dunes to pine forests to banana plantations to volcanic landscapes, Gran Canaria certainly has a diverse landscape.

All along the coastline there are towns and villages to suit all tastes, from quiet villages such as Puerto de Mógan, to the glitz and thriving ‘day nd night’ life of the San Bartolomé de Tirajana district.

Golden beaches are mainly found on the south-eastern side of the island. Playa del Ingles and Perto Rico are notable if you’re looking for fun and the barren dunes of Maspalomas offer 17 kms of wonderful coast to explore at your own pace.

Alternatively, escape the crowds on the coast and explore the magnificent hinterland. Beautiful nature paths lead deep into the mountains. See some of the undiscovered parts of Gran Canaria, such as the Camino Real; the path-system used by the ancient aborigines.

The historic area of Roque Nublo astounds you with its stony landscape and the Caldera Bandama is a breathtaking crater nearly 600m high. Pico de las Nieves, (Snows Peak) standing at 1950m, is also remarkable.

Other attractions to take in are the reptile and crocodile parks, botanical gardens and Mundo Aborigen – a park themed around the island’s original inhabitants. For family fun, head to the Aquasur waterpark or Sioux city theme park.