Maspalomas Camel Ride in the Dunes
A short camel-caravan ride on the authorised Maspalomas dune route near La Charca and the lighthouse, with smartphone tickets and flexible 24-hour cancellation.
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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Tour snapshot
Duration:
00:30
00:30
Location:
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Cancellation:
Cancellation available
Cancellation available
Ride a camel caravan through the authorised Maspalomas dune area, then continue your morning around La Charca, Faro de Maspalomas and Meloneras
Overview
This short camel ride follows an authorised route near the Maspalomas dunes. The ride lasts roughly half an hour, with Saharawi guides, smartphone entry and free cancellation or rescheduling until 24 hours before the booked time. It is a simple outdoor experience rather than a full desert safari, meal package or transfer excursion.
What's included
* Camel ride of 25-30 minutes
What's not included
* Food or beverages
Choose this if you want a memorable Maspalomas activity without giving up a full holiday day. The ride takes about half an hour, so it fits naturally before the beach, lighthouse, Meloneras promenade or lunch. The official Canary Islands tourism site specifically identifies camel rides as an activity within an authorised area of the Maspalomas Dunes reserve, making it a structured way to experience the landscape rather than wandering across sensitive dune zones. It is especially easy to combine with a wider morning around La Charca and the lighthouse.
Best for families, couples and first-time visitors who want an easy, distinctive activity close to the main south Gran Canaria resorts. It suits travellers staying in Maspalomas, Meloneras or Playa del Inglés particularly well because the ride can be combined with the dunes, La Charca, the lighthouse, beach time or lunch without a long transfer. It is also a good fit for travellers who prefer a calm outdoor experience rather than rides, water parks or high-adrenaline activities.
Skip this if you want a fast-paced adventure, a long desert safari or an excursion with meals and transfers. The activity is not marked wheelchair accessible. The operator’s usual maximum rider weight is 100 kg, so confirm suitability if anyone is close to or above that limit.
Meet at Camel Safari on Calle Oceanía in Maspalomas and show your smartphone confirmation on arrival. The ride lasts about half an hour and is led by Saharawi guides.
The route follows an authorised path near the dunes rather than a long off-road safari. The experience is outdoors and exposed to sun and wind, so bring water, sun protection and comfortable clothing. Follow the booked time and the operator’s arrival instructions.
The route follows an authorised path near the dunes rather than a long off-road safari. The experience is outdoors and exposed to sun and wind, so bring water, sun protection and comfortable clothing. Follow the booked time and the operator’s arrival instructions.
Meeting point: Camel Safari, Calle Oceanía, Maspalomas. Ride duration: roughly 25–35 minutes; allow extra time for check-in.
Food, drinks and transport are not included. Bring water, sun protection and comfortable clothing for an exposed dune environment. The activity is not marked wheelchair accessible, and the operator’s usual maximum rider weight is 100 kg.
Free cancellation and rescheduling are available until 24 hours before the booked time. Follow the selected time on your confirmation.
Food, drinks and transport are not included. Bring water, sun protection and comfortable clothing for an exposed dune environment. The activity is not marked wheelchair accessible, and the operator’s usual maximum rider weight is 100 kg.
Free cancellation and rescheduling are available until 24 hours before the booked time. Follow the selected time on your confirmation.
- Ride duration: roughly 25–35 minutes.
- Meeting point: Camel Safari, Calle Oceanía, Maspalomas.
- Arrive 10–15 minutes early.
- Bring water, sun protection and comfortable clothing.
- Food, drinks and transport are not included.
- The activity is not marked wheelchair accessible.
- Usual maximum rider weight: 100 kg.
- Guide languages: English, German and Spanish.
- Cancellation/rescheduling cutoff: 24 hours.
- Meeting point: Camel Safari, Calle Oceanía, Maspalomas.
- Arrive 10–15 minutes early.
- Bring water, sun protection and comfortable clothing.
- Food, drinks and transport are not included.
- The activity is not marked wheelchair accessible.
- Usual maximum rider weight: 100 kg.
- Guide languages: English, German and Spanish.
- Cancellation/rescheduling cutoff: 24 hours.
Cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity.
Frequently asked questions
The current ticket includes a camel ride of about 25–30 minutes. The operator generally describes the experience as around 30–35 minutes, so plan on roughly half an hour plus check-in.
The current meeting point is Camel Safari on Calle Oceanía in Maspalomas, close to La Charca and Faro de Maspalomas.
Yes. Official Canary Islands tourism information describes camel rides in an authorised area of the Maspalomas Dunes reserve. The wider reserve remains protected, so visitors should stay on marked and authorised routes.
Yes. current booking details terms allow free cancellation and rescheduling until 24 hours before the booked visit time.
No. The current activity details marks the activity as not wheelchair accessible.
The current operator information states a usual maximum of 100 kg per rider. If you are close to or above that limit, confirm directly before booking.
La Charca, Faro de Maspalomas, Maspalomas beach and the Meloneras promenade are all nearby, so the short ride works well as the first activity in a half-day Maspalomas plan.