Barranco de los Cernícalos

Please let us introduce ourselves: we are Inés & Juanjo, 2 authentic native guides in Gran Canaria. With us, you are going to discover and experience the beauty of this island with real "local eyes". For us, Barranco de los Cernícalos, is not only one of the most beautiful hiking paths in the island: is a very important part of our own life, as our relatives have lived here and for us it is like a "playground". 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. With us, you will not only learn about "technical information", but also how local people have been living and adapted their way of life in this place, you will understand how the resources of this area were exploited: water, materials to create tools, plants (beyond their medicinal use). But, above all, you'll have a great time. There are plenty of surprises and fun in store for you along the way - are you ready for the adventure? Walking distance: 8-9 km Unverness: 300 m Difficulty: Easy - Medium Hours walking: 4 - 4.5 hours It's mandatory to bring proper hiking shoes and clothes, sun protection and water enough.

Explore the Barranco de los Cernícalos ravine with an instructor. Experience a real-life adventure as you abseil down waterfalls, hike through the jungle, and cross pools. Meet your instructor and receive your wetsuit, harness, and helmet. Learn how to use the equipment and make sure it's properly fitted before setting off on a 20-minute hike through a rural area. Enjoy views of the northeast part of Gran Canaria as your guide shares the island's history. Then, it's time to get your adrenaline pumping. Follow the watercourse and rappel up to 12 meters down a waterfall under your instructor's guidance. Slide across pools and walk through the jungle as you descend the ravine. After abseiling down 4 waterfalls, you will be at the narrowest part of the canyon. Cross a waterfall and then head back along an adventure trail to the starting point. Take a break for a snack and enjoy views of the canyon from above.