Gran Canaria Walking Festival 2024 in Canary Islands

​The Gran Canaria Walking Festival is one of the biggest international walking events, taking place in October or November. Hundreds of people from various countries take part in the festival and the number of countries is only growing. Hikers from all over the world walk through the mountains, small villages, valleys, and rural paths. Incredible landscapes and various routes showcase the real beauty of the island. Hikers can explore the geological origins of Gran Canaria, its ethnographic origins, and even the astronomical secrets of the night.

Tours & Routes

Four tours are provided for both beginners and advanced hikers. The Under the Shelter of Doramas tour takes place on October 24th and passes through Parque Rural de Dorama. The Peak of the Navigators tour on October 25th explores the summit of Gran Canaria. Discovering the Aldea Coastline tour on October 26th is a great opportunity to enjoy La Aldea de San Nicolás municipality. Road to the Top tour on October 27th is centered around Tejeda, a picturesque village in the mountains. In all cases, an official interpreter guide is present. The Gran Canaria Walking Festival is promoted by the Association of Rural Accommodation and Active Tourism Corporations of Gran Canaria.

Cost & Schedule

Individual registration to the tour costs €40 or you can purchase a pack of four tours for €140. The meet-up time for all tours is 7-7:30 am, with the meeting spot being the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium.