Gran Canaria's 'Little Venice' – visit Puerto de Mogan by boat

Puerto de Mogan is said by many to be the most beautiful town in Gran Canaria, and once you've set eyes on its toytown houses, it's hard to argue. This tour brings you by boat, docking right in the heart of the harbour after a scenic approach, so you avoid long walks from out-of-town parking lots. Maria, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Mogan's Friday market is a classic in Gran Canaria, known all over the island. And to arrive in the town by boat gives you that a spine-tingling sensation you get in anticipation of a special experience.'

Sailing from Puerto Rico harbour, you'll glide along the rocky, volcanic coastline of the south before arriving at Puerto de Mogan. Cupped into cliffs at the mouth of a steep valley, it's known as ‘Little Venice' for its canal, blue-and-yellow-trimmed white cottages, wrought iron balconies and flower-festooned lanes. Traits that have made it very popular.

Arriving by boat, you're in the middle of all the action straight away. Only we bring you to and from Puerto de Mogan by sea. Antonio, another of our local guides, say, ‘If you arrive by coach, not only is the journey less scenic but you have to walk a fair bit to get to the waterfront.' You'll have free time to relax at one of the many terraced cafés overlooking the yachts. Visit on a Friday and you can browse the market selling typical Canarian products. Oh, and there's also an enticing sandy beach to stretch out on, too.

This experience runs on a Monday or a Friday, so the timings change depending on which day you go.

- 8:55am to 9:30am – pick-up from your hotel

- 10:00am – arrive at the Mirador de Puerto Rico viewpoint*

- 10:30am – boat transfer to Puerto de Mogan

- 11:00am – arrive in Puerto de Mogan with around three hours of free time

- 2:15pm – depart by boat back to Puerto Rico

- 2:45pm – transfer by bus from the harbour to your hotel

- 3:30pm – arrive back at your hotel

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- 7:55am to 8:30am – pick-up from your hotel

- 9:00am – arrive at the de Puerto Rico viewpoint*

- 9:30am – boat transfer to Puerto de Mogan

- 10:00am – arrive in Puerto de Mogan with around three hours of free time (including the market)

- 1:15pm – depart by boat back to Puerto Rico

- 1:45pm – transfer by bus from the harbour to your hotel

- 2:30pm – arrive back at your hotel

*If there is not enough time, the viewpoint stop may take place on the return to Puerto Rico in the afternoon

Please note, the times and schedule may vary on the day