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Camel Safari Park

Join us here at La Baranda Camel Park for a wonderful experience during your holiday in Gran Canaria. Discover beautiful valleys and amazing mountain roads on our climb up to the Camel Park with your coach transfer.

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• Adult Tickets Price in resort 40€
• Adult Tickets Here Online Only 36€
• Child Tickets Price in Resort 20€
• Child Tickets Here Online Only 18€
• Under 3 yrs 0€

Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday (Monday, Wednesday, Friday during July and August). From 11:00-15:00 (excluding transport). Price Adults: 36 Euros Children: 18 Euros. Return transport is included from Bahia Feliz, San Agustin, Playa Del Ingles and Maspalomas. For the resorts of Puerto De Mogan, Taurito and Puerto Rico, transport is available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday only. An extra 6 Euros per adult and 3 Euros per child is payable on the day.

Enjoy the experience of the Camel Safari on the back of these wonderful creatures (1 hour tour) Travel through the Valley Of A Thousand Palms and over sandy terrain which will leave you feeling like you are in the Far East, not Gran Canaria. Enjoy the fun-filled Camel Show, guaranteed to make you laugh when ‘Mr Gustavo’ the VERY friendly Camel tries to kiss you and feel free to join in the show when the guide gives you bread to pass to the camels with your MOUTH! (Optional of course!)

Meet the other farm animals within the park and tour the botanical gardens, where each species is explained to you. Enjoy a wonderful Barbeque of grilled meats and Vegetables, with Sangria and Soft Drinks. After the trip, you are returned to your resort with many fabulous memories of a great day out, away from the typical tourist zones. Great for all ages.

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Adult Tickets €36 (Deposit Reservation €9). The Remaining Balance to be paid on the day.

Child Tickets €18 (3-10 yrs) (Deposit Reservation €4.50). The Remaining Balance to be paid on the day.

(Under 3 yrs Free)

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Camel Safari in Gran Canaria

No, this isn’t a wind-up and yes, you’re still visiting the Gran Canaria guide. Believe it or not there are camel excursions available here.

You can jump on the back of an exotic dromedary and roam around the famous Sahara-like sand dunes of Maspalomas  if you’re in the south of the island. 

Or you can enjoy camel rides, at the Camel Safari Park located near the attractive village of Fataga . After a brief introduction about the life of a camel, you will enjoy a ride through the beautiful valley of Fataga, a camel show and finally a delicious lunch. If you’re lucky you can pose for a photograph with the camels and you might even get a kiss!

The leisure company that offers this service is located within a park, where you will find a wide variety of flowers and animals as well as an impossible-to-resist swimming pool. A great day out.

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Camel ride in the Maspalomas Dunes

Many consider Gran Canaria as a “mini-continent” because of its countless different landscapes. In the south of Gran Canaria you can find a mini-Sahara: the spectacular dunes of Maspalomas . They were formed many centuries ago by a sandstorm from Africa.

Next to the dunes there’s “ La Charca de Maspalomas ”, a nature reserve, and at the beginning of it all is a  camel camp with more than 30 animals, which offers  camel rides in the   Maspalomas Dunes .

Have you ever seen a white camel with blue eyes or a baby camel?

Camels in Gran Canaria

Camels have inhabited the Canary Islands for more than 50 years. In the past they were mainly used as pack animals in agriculture or for military purposes. Soon, after the decline of agriculture and the introduction of modern means of transport, their only salvation on the islands was the tourist boom. Thus, camel safaris became a unique experience and offer, especially in the  south of Gran Canaria .

Discover the desert of Gran Canaria

The dunes and the nature reserve offer a perfect habitat for the one-humped Arabian camels (actually Dromedaries). Moreover, this place offers a wonderful contrast: the dunes of Maspalomas with the blue sea in the background on one side and the mountains of the island's interior on the other side. With a camel safari you can discover the desert landscape of the dunes by riding through the palm groves and bushes.

Fancy a fun ride through the dunes of one of the biggest treasures of the south of Gran Canaria?   

Desert walk in the south of Gran Canaria

Ride through the desert landscape of the Maspalomas dunes on the back of your dromedary and feel like a Tuareg in the Sahara. It’s an unforgettable experience for sure! 

Why camel riding?

This authentic adventure has several attractions:

• It’s an exciting exploration of the dunes in the south of Gran Canaria.
• It’s a great opportunity to take spectacular photos of the Maspalomas Nature Reserve and the camels up close.
• It offers spectacular panoramic views of the landscape and the surroundings
• Great opportunity to learn about camels and their habitat
• Enjoy the stunning scenery, reptiles and native flora unique to the area

In addition, the Saharawi guides are specialists, and you’ll be in very good hands. They’ll choose a camel to guide you on your adventure through the Maspalomas Dunes. Experience the wonder of a camel ride through the peaceful oasis of Maspalomas.  

Features of the camel ride in Maspalomas

Duration : approx. 30 minutes

Days : daily

Time : between 09:00 and 16:00, every 15 minutes

Months : all year round

Languages : German, English, Spanish

Parking : public, free of charge

Camel rides in Gran Canaria: fun for all ages

Camel riding in the south of Gran Canaria is a fun activity for all ages, and especially for children. It’s the perfect plan for a day out in the south of Gran Canaria. You can enjoy a day at the beach in Maspalomas, Meloneras or Playa del Inglés. You can go shopping in the south, have lunch a few metres from the seashore or visit the   Maspalomas Lighthouse . The possibilities are endless .

If you come to Gran Canaria with your partner, family, or friends and want to discover the south of Gran Canaria, don't miss this unique experience!  

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P.S.: The camel rides and the company of Francisco Jiménez are in danger: Costas has initiated a procedure to evict Jiménez and his camels from their usual location. We recommend that you get information on the status of the matter from reliable sources.

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Camel Safari Gran Canaria

Just like being in the desert itself! The Maspalomas Dunes are one of the most famous features of the island of Gran Canaria. Take a camel ride on the dunes and have an authentic safari experience. If you’re not sure what to do on Gran Canaria, then we can tell you that this really isn’t to be missed!

• You will always be accompanied by a guide.
• A family activity in which you will get to know one of the island's most famous landscapes.
• Tour the dunes on the back of a camel.
• Accompanying guide
• Hotel pick-up

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Camel ride in the Natural Reserve of Maspalomas Dunes in Gran Canaria

Camel rides are done in an area of Las Dunas de Maspalomas , about 1km from the Maspalomas Lighthouse. 

On the reservation voucher, you will find detailed and precise information about how to get there , since the area is very poorly marked and it’s difficult to find the departure point.

Bus lines to Faro de Maspalomas (Maspalomas Lighthouse) – the closest bus stop to the start of the camel ride. 

05 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Bahía Feliz – San Agustín – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

25 Bahía Feliz – San Agustín – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

30 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Aeropuerto – Bahía Feliz – San Agustín – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

32 Puerto de Mogán – Meloneras – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

33 Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas – Meloneras – Maspalomas – Arguineguín – Puerto Rico – Amadores – Taurito – Puerto de Mogán

36 Bahía Feliz – San Agustín – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

39 Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas – Puerto Rico – Amadores

41 Bahía Feliz – San Agustín – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

50 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – Maspalomas

66 Aeropuerto – Bahía Feliz – San Agustín – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

70 Palmitos Park – Maspalomas – Meloneras – Arguineguín – Puerto Rico

90 Telde – Aeropuerto – Bahía Feliz – San Agustín – Playa del Inglés – Maspalomas

Are there any restrictions for camel riding? Only people who weigh up to 110 kg may go.

Are there any age restrictions? There are no age restrictions. Babies and children up to 3 years old go on the ride accompanied by their mother or father.

Can people in wheelchairs do the ride? Yes, no problem. If the person is unable to take a few steps from the wheelchair to reach the camel, he or she is lifted in order to sit on the camel.

What are your hours of operation? Everyday from 9:00am till 3:00pm. Last ride at 2:30pm.

How long does the camel ride last? 30 minutes

How often do the camel trips leave? Every 15 minutes

What kind of health care do the camels receive? All of our animals are healthy and strong. We do not have sick animals working. Their health can be easily checked. Camels are ruminants and are ruminating for around 17 hours each day. A camel that does not ruminate like this is indisposed or sick.

Our camels also have their own veterinarian. All are registered with the Canary Islands government in the Department of Animal Health, where the status of the camels can be checked.

All of our animals have a microchip (which is not required) and are checked every year.

Each year run blood tests and a tuberculosis test are run by the Canary Islands’ official veterinarians, and they are also dewormed every two months.

How long do the camels work? The camels are ready to work between 9:15 and 15:45. We have 35 working animals and the work is divided among them all. While some go for a ride, the others rest until their turn. In July, August and the Holy Week, the rotation may be greater, but during the rest of the year they do about three or four 30 minute rides.

How many kilos can these camels carry? The camels we have are pack animals, not bred for racing, and they weight between 450 – 700 kilos. They can easily carry between 250 and 300 kilos, and we choose each camel based on the client, leaving the youngest and strongest for the heaviest clients, and the older camels for the lightest people. However, the maximum weight for riding a camel is 100 kilos per person.

Why do the camels wear muzzles? It is required for all camels to wear muzzles, and we put them on very loose so as to not cause injury. None of these animals has a broken lip because of the muzzle, but rather because all camels have a split upper lip. It is their morphology. The split lip helps camels to eat thorny plants like Cactus, Acacias and other spiny plants without getting hurt.

Can two people ride if our weight is very different? Yes. The weight of the two people is always balanced by adding sand bags around the person who weighs less so that the camel carries the same weight on both sides.

How can I get there? We explain how to get there in the voucher.

Even though the camel caravan leaves every 15 minutes, if you come at 11:00 you’ll have to wait. Still, it was worth it.

You feel like you’re in the Saharan desert

Ideal as a family plan. It was cheap and my kids really enjoyed it.

Well organized although it’s hard to find

We were 5 people in our group and my husband, who weighs more than 110 kilos, couldn’t ride. It’s stated in the FAQs, but they should add that information on the reservation voucher

Very cool. The camel drivers are very friendly and the tour was pleasant

Good organization but you have to follow the instructions of the voucher for the schedules, so you don’t have to wait, and to figure out how to get there

Nice experience

We loved the ride and also noticed that the camels were well cared for.

We loved it

A family experience. We went with our children aged 1 to 7 and they organized everything so we could all go in the same caravan

A nice camel ride

The camels are well cared for which was my main concern and the camel ride through the dunes was enjoyable

Amazing. I went with my 4-year-old son and we had a great time.

Luckily the information to find the site was on the reservation voucher because it’s very poorly signaled. Good service.

We went at 9:00 as we were told and didn’t have to wait at all to get on the camels. Then we took the chance to spend the day at Maspalomas beach. So everything was great.

Disappointing. It’s not in the Maspalomas Dunes. The ride is through the Dunes National Park, but it doesn’t go between them.

Even though the camel caravan leaves every 15 minutes, if you come at 11:30 you’ll have to wait. Still, it was worth it.

Special. I had never ridden a camel so it was a different experience and the ride was very calm

Entertaining

Regular. The ride was pleasant but there isn’t much to see during the tour.

The tour is fine, it’s enough for an enjoyable experience, but we arrived at 11:30 and had to wait

Everything was good. The camel caravans leave every 15 minutes and although we had to wait for our turn, it was worth it.

Riding a camel near the Maspalomas Dunes makes you feel like you’re in the desert

You need to follow the indications stated on the reservation voucher, otherwise finding the site will be impossible. We went early and were able to ride in the first caravan. It was very nice.

I didn’t think it would be so relaxing.

Good experience. Although there isn’t much to see and the caravan goes quite slowly, the experience was quite enjoyable

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