Reachable only by sea or on foot
No road reaches Güigüí. Arriving by boat is the easy way to see it.
Güigüí beach boat trip, Gran Canaria
A wild beach you can only reach by sea · About 4 hours · Up to 18 guests
Shared tripAbout 4 hoursUp to 18 guestsSnorkelling stopsCold drinks on board
About this experience
Güigüí is one of the wildest beaches in Gran Canaria, and one of the hardest to reach. There is no road: you either walk in through a long ravine or you arrive by sea. That is why it has stayed quiet, with no beach bar, no sunbeds and no buildings, just volcanic cliffs, the beach and the Atlantic.
This boat trip takes about four hours and follows the south-west coast of Gran Canaria to get there. Once you leave the resorts behind, the coastline changes character: the cliffs grow taller, the colours turn to the blacks, ochres and reds of old lava, and ravines run straight down to the sea. You pass the coast of Veneguera, Tasarte and Tasartico, sea caves such as Tabadaba and rock formations such as La Falla. On a clear day, Teide on Tenerife appears on the horizon across the water.
Along the way there are stops in clear water for swimming and snorkelling, time to relax in the sun or the shade on deck with a cold drink, and a final stretch at anchor off Güigüí itself. What the sea allows on the day is the skipper’s call, and that is what keeps the trip safe. You may see dolphins on the way, but wildlife is never guaranteed.
It is a shared trip for up to 18 guests. To make that possible, two boats sail together, the Malu V and the LYA, each with its own skipper, so the group is split comfortably between them. It suits couples, families and groups of friends who want to see the part of Gran Canaria that most visitors never reach.
Highlights
The wild west coast
Cliffs, sea caves like Tabadaba and formations like La Falla, best seen from the water.
Swim and snorkel
Stops in clear water along the way and time at anchor off the beach.
Two boats, two skippers
Up to 18 guests share the trip on the Malu V and the LYA, sailing together.
How the trip goes
- 1
Boarding
Meet the crew at the pontoon for a short safety briefing before you set off.
- 2
Heading west
Leave the resorts behind and follow the cliffs of south-west Gran Canaria.
- 3
Hidden cove
A first stop in clear water to swim and snorkel.
- 4
Caves and cliffs
Sail past Tabadaba, La Falla and the coast of Veneguera, Tasarte and Tasartico.
- 5
Anchor at Güigüí
Time off the beach with nothing around but cliffs and sea.
- 6
Return
Relax on deck with a cold drink on the way back to port.
What is included
- About 4 hours at sea
- Stop at Güigüí
- Swimming and snorkelling stops
- Snorkel gear
- Cold drinks on board
- Sun deck and shade
- Professional crew and skipper
Who is it for?
- Travellers who want to see a beach without crowds
- Families and groups of friends
- Photographers and nature lovers
- Anyone curious about the wild west of Gran Canaria
- Visitors who want a boat trip with real swimming stops
What to bring
- Swimsuit and towel
- High-factor sun cream
- Sunglasses and a hat
- A camera or phone for photos
- Comfortable shoes for the beach
- A light layer for the sea breeze
Frequently asked questions
Where do we meet?
The trip leaves from the marina at Puerto de Mogán, in the south-west of Gran Canaria. We confirm the exact pontoon and meeting time when you book.
Why can Güigüí only be reached by sea?
There is no road to the beach. The only other way in is on foot through a ravine, which is a long, demanding walk. By boat you get there comfortably and see the coast on the way.
Are there facilities at the beach?
No. Güigüí has no bars, shops or sunbeds, which is exactly why it stays so quiet.
How many people are on the trip?
Up to 18 guests. Two boats, the Malu V and the LYA, sail together with a skipper each, so the group is shared between them.
Can children come?
Tell us the ages of any children when you book and we will confirm the trip suits them. It is about four hours at sea, so it helps if they are happy on a boat.
What if the weather is bad?
Every trip depends on the sea. If the skipper decides conditions are not safe, we offer you a new date or cancel at no cost: you pay nothing until the day. We let you know by phone as soon as we know, sometimes the same morning.
Is there a toilet on board?
Please ask us before you book and we will confirm the facilities on the boats sailing that day.
How do I pay?
You book online and pay in cash at the marina on the day of the trip: no card is needed and nothing is charged in advance. Your place is held as soon as the booking is made. We also ask for a mobile number, because if the sea changes we call you rather than email.
Meeting point
Puerto de Mogán, 35139 Lomo Quiebre, Las Palmas
On the south-west coast of Gran Canaria. The exact pontoon and time are in your confirmation email. Get directions
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