Family adventures to get the most out of Gran Canaria

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There are many ways to

But, thanks to a wise combination of respect for nature and the enhancement of various aspects related to its history, 'the round island' (as it is known by its silhouette) has recently become a

in which adults and children always find something that catches their attention.

In its 1,560 square kilometers of surface, Gran Canaria hides many surprises.

Especially those in which

and lead this island located in the Atlantic to be considered a miniature continent in which to sign up for

POEM OF THE SEA AQUARIUM

Located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and opened in 2017, this aquarium whose name honors the memory of the painter Néstor Martín-Fernández de la Torre allows us to appreciate nature in an extraordinary way.

up a didactic visit in which, at times, it seems that we have moved to far corners of our planet thanks to lighting with bluish tones.

Crocodiles, sharks, corals, turtles, jellyfish and piranhas

are some of the inhabitants of an area of ​​12,700 square meters that recreate

. The star space known as the

impressive

that has the

, 36 meters wide and 7 meters high. And one piece of advice: the tour is more enjoyable if you download a

on your mobile

that allows you to better understand some of the 350 species present with high-quality photos and videos.

HOLIDAYWORLD MASPALOMAS

Those who stay in the

know that, when the sun goes down, it is convenient to have a plan beyond that which can be experienced in such spectacular places as Playa del Inglés or the area near the Maspalomas Lighthouse, all of them close to the spectacular and

Dunes of Maspalomas. A good alternative is

, a complex that has been

and where you can breathe joy and fun.

Its great attraction is a Ferris wheel, the

and offering privileged views of the area.

But it is not the only plan against boredom in this space.

A giant carousel with seats that simulate those of small airplanes, a

that reaches 60 km / hour or a two-story platform with 40 figures of all kinds are some options to enjoy outdoors.

In the covered area, in addition to a

with varied themes, four

with a large audiovisual display in which the little ones can have fun with the maximum guarantees of security.

ROQUE NUBLO

Icon of the island and third highest point (after Morro de la Agujereada and Pico de las Nieves), the Natural Monument of Roque Nublo emerges at

On clearer days you can see

, on the nearby island of Tenerife. A gift that can be contemplated with all the calm in the world by those who ascend a path that is ideal for children who walk with some ease. Along a

you pass through a forest where Canarian pines coexist with broom, laburnum and salvias.

The final section of this route leads to an imposing

, where the powerful figure of the Roque Nublo emerges, which rises almost 90 meters from its base and was created from volcanic rock.

Revered by the island's inhabitants since time immemorial, this symbol is escorted by La Rana, another

CETACEANS SIGHTING

Few things in the world manage to make a child smile and leave him with his mouth open for a long time like

.

This unforgettable experience is possible thanks to various companies located in the Puerto Rico facilities, in Mogán.

Those responsible for these

do not promise that dolphin - or even whale - sightings will always occur.

But the simple act of taking a boat trip for two or three hours is worth it.

And it is that the area of ​​the southwest of the island of Gran Canaria is a place

And, in most cases, if these are not seen, passengers are offered the possibility of redeeming the ticket for another day for free.

TILOS DE MOYA

You don't have to be an expert hiker

in this space within the Doramas Natural Park.

From the Interpretation Center of the Los Tilos de Moya Reserve we can take a

.

An invitation to know the best of this place that is characterized by its circular route, easily accessible and well signposted.

You can see

and even observe clouds from the heights that almost always haunt the area.

PRACTICAL GUIDE

How to get.

Companies like

fly to Gran Canaria from the peninsula.

When landing it is convenient to rent a car or book a tour of the area.

Where to sleep.

The

, in Playa del Inglés, is a renovated three-star hotel with a swimming pool, multi-activities and a children's area.

It has 400 rooms.

From 103 euros per night.

Where to eat.

In

.

Located in the Agaete valley, they have successfully reinterpreted the Canarian product and gastronomy.

Average price: 30 euros.

And one piece of advice: don't miss the interpretation center that mixes history and gastronomy in the same space of the restaurant.

More info.

On the website of the Gran Canaria Tourist Board

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