Gran Canaria's 'Little Venice' – visit Puerto de Mogan by boat
Excursions & day trips

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

4.1/5

Great
192 reviews
from
£40.00
Free cancellation
Language: French, Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll arrive relaxed after a boat cruise along the coastline from Puerto Rico to Puerto de Mogan
  • It's so easy to disembark in the heart of town with direct access to the waterfront – no long walks
  • There's ample free time in Puerto de Mogan to relax in a harbourfront cafe or shop for souvenirs
  • You'll discover the town that many believe to be the most beautiful on Gran Canaria
  • Your tour is led by an expert local escort with an unrivalled knowledge of Puerto de Mogan
What to expect

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.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • This tour may be operated in multiple languages but the language you select will be spoken
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
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Provider
TUI España Turismo, S.L.U, with Tax Number B08089187 and Travel License Number GCMD-4
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.1 /5

Based on 192 reviews from verified customers


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  • N

    Niesje

    Verified booking

    4.2

    21 December 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Leuke dag, half uurtje varen is altijd leuk wel een volle boot en daardoor wel wat tijd kwijt met instappen uitstappen en wederom op terugweg maar dat mocht de pret niet drukken. Leuk plaatsje Porte de Mogan en een halve dagtocht is voldoende. Leuke afwisselende markt met ook creatieve kraampjes. Zat geen lunch bij maar gelegenheid genoeg om iets zelf te kopen of op een terrasje iets te eten.

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    Ineke

    Verified booking

    4.2

    20 December 2025

    Solo traveller


    De ophaal- en thuisbrengservice was goed geregeld en de gids gaf in de bus alle relevante informatie om zelf op ontdekkingstocht in Mogan te kunnen gaan. Na de 257 traptreden omhoog te zijn gegaan, heb ik daadwerkelijk kunnen genieten van een prachtig uitzicht. Na beneden een kop koffie gedronken te hebben en nog wat foto's geschoten te hebben van onder andere duidelijk zichtbare vissen in het daadwerkelijk heldere water, had ik het wel gezien. Voor mij had Mogan niet veel meer te bieden.

  • C

    Chantal

    Verified booking

    4.6

    7 December 2025

    Travelled with family


    Prachtig dorpje maar de markt iets minder

  • M

    MB

    Verified booking

    3.8

    30 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Het is een heel leuk dorpje en de bus en boot was goed geregeld. Je hebt 3 uur vrije tijd in Mogan. Het is wel duur in verhouding met wat je ervoor krijgt. Het is alleen bus en boot. De gids doet/vertelt verder niks, er is geen rondleiding oid. (Ter vergelijking: De gewone bus kost nog geen € 10 om heen en weer te gaan naar Mogan, en een retourtje met de boot van Puorto Rico naar Mogan kost € 14)

  • J

    JanZ62

    Verified booking

    3

    30 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    De transfer naar de boot was matig, moesten eerst diverse keren appen voordat we wisten waar we op moesten opstappen, na het opstappen kwam de bus ook bij haltes langs die dichterbij het hotel lagen. De gids vertelde iets in de bus over het dorpje, op de boot werd er iets verteld door iemand van de bemanning , die was zeer matig. Het wachten op de boot voor de terugreis was een dramatisch lange rij, sommige mensen werden onwel in de felle zon. Een volgende keer zou ik zelf boeken.

  • A

    Angela

    Verified booking

    4.2

    28 November 2025

    Solo traveller


    Was een leuke trip, vond het alleen jammer dat er van alles werd verteld op de boot zonder microfoontje.

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