The experience

Have you ever discovered the closest mountains around Las Palmas de Gran Canaria? Want to feel like a real Guanche?
Localbird offers this activity in order to find out some secret spots and viewpoints in Las Palmas area.

“Las crestas” are geological forms (ridge) that every mountaineer falls in love with. In this route close to the capital which can be easily reached, you can climb and even try a simple climb to move along a ridge from which you can see the best views of the capital, the isthmus, and the cliffs of the north of Gran Canaria. From the top, you’ll feel like you’re almost flying… before descending a ravine where you’ll be able to initiate yourself in descents by doing a 15-meter rappel.

No previous experience in climbing or rappelling is necessary, only some skill in moving on mountain routes. It is an ideal activity to lose your fear of heights or if you are curious about the mountain world beyond hiking. As a reward, a landscape dominated by the sea and all the geological history of Gran Canaria piled layer by layer on the cliffs.

Meeting point: Under the bridge of Las Arenas: https://goo.gl/maps/r3yZYdwafA9dSdgM8

– Type of route: Circular
– Physical level: Medium
– Technical difficulty: Medium
– Climbing level: IV
– Maximum rappel height: 15 m- Distance: 4 km
– Elevation gain: +/- 250 m
– Duration: 3-4 hours

Included

– Guide (Spanish – English)
– Insurance
– Equipment (harness, helmet…)
– Snack
– Souvenir Photos

Required

– 1.5 liters of water.
– Sun protection: sunscreen, lip balm, hat, sunglasses…
– Towel and a plastic bag (we do not leave residues).
– Medicines that you might need.
– Warm clothes
– A backpack that fits all of the above.
– Sports shoes, hiking shoes, or hiking boots.
– Sportswear: technical fabrics rather than cotton type.

Recommended

– Some food

The activity use to be 3,5 hours long, but it can be extended or shortened depending on the group and weather conditions.

The instructor and organizers reserve the right to take any decision that may lead to suspending the activity, shortening the route, or not carrying out any type of maneuver to maintain the participants’ physical integrity.