About this tour
Spend an hour at Gran Canaria's sole banana interpretation centre in Arucas, a 10-minute drive from Las Palmas. Walk through working plantations to learn how this globally consumed fruit grows, then taste locally-made banana wines and sample montaditos featuring banana jam, banana with cactus, and banana with aloe vera. A hands-on look at cultivation methods and the island's banana industry.
Highlights
- Only banana interpretation centre on Gran Canaria
- Taste three types of banana-based wines from the Canaries
- Sample montaditos: banana jam, cactus, and aloe vera varieties
- See active plantation and cultivation techniques firsthand
- 10 minutes from Las Palmas city centre
What to expect
The tour guides you through an active banana farm with explanations of the full growing process. You'll walk the plantation itself, so wear comfortable shoes and expect some uneven ground. The tasting portion happens indoors, where you'll try three different banana wines produced in the Canary Islands—each with distinct flavour profiles. Small savoury bites follow: montaditos topped with banana jam, banana and cactus, and banana with aloe vera. The whole experience feels informal and informative rather than polished.
Good to know
Public transport reaches the site easily. The tour isn't suitable if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. Wear sturdy footwear for the plantation walk. Coffee and tea aren't provided, so bring water. Parking is included.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.