Sunset and Stargazing Tours in Gran Canaria

Experience the universe under one of the world's best night skies

      
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Your Guides to the Universe

Stargazing Gran Canaria offers specialised night sky and astronomy guides for an exclusive sunset & stargazing tour on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria, renowned for having some of the world’s darkest skies. Our expert guides will help you explore and unlock the secrets of the cosmos from this pristine island location.

All tours take place in the mountains well above the cloud phenomenon known locally as “Panza de burro (Donkey’s Belly)”

As a protected dark sky area, the island boasts exceptionally dark skies. Additionally, it is less visited by stargazing tour groups, so you will be able to enjoy these unique night-time experiences in peace without the crowds.

Experience the magic for yourself and make this a holiday to remember.

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Choose Your Sunset & Stargazing Adventure

Explore our sunset and stargazing tours for an unforgettable night under Gran Canaria’s stars. Learn about the wonders of the night sky in one of the best stargazing destinations in the world.

We offer two types of guided group tours: with transport included or a self-drive option.

The guided tour with transport is perfect for those seeking a magical evening of astronomy, nature, and comfort. We’ll pick you up and take you on a scenic sunset drive through Gran Canaria’s dramatic mountain landscapes, passing deep canyons and charming villages, stopping at some stunning viewpoints along the way before heading to the sunset viewpoint: Mirador de las Picos de las Nieves

Perched at 1948m above sea level, this viewpoint offers spectacular views above the clouds, with both Teide in Tenerife and Pico de las Nieves in Gran Canaria in sight. Enjoy a glass of cava or juice as you take in the breathtaking sunset above the clouds. Afterward, we’ll head deeper into the island’s rugged interior to the remote stargazing site at Llanos de la Pez for a magical night under the stars.

Includes a professional night sky photo of you under the stars using expert Astrophotography techniques.

The self-drive option offers the same experience, but with the freedom to drive yourself there and stay as long as you like.

Guided Group Tours with Transport »

Hotel pickup and drop-off from the south of the island included
Scenic mountain drive through Canarian villages
Welcome drink served at the sunset site
Professional stargazing session with 2 telescopes and 2 guides
Laser-guided constellation tour
Live deep-sky images shown on-site
Astrophotograph of you under the stars

Self Drive Tours »

Same Experience, More Freedom:

Enjoy the flexibility of our self-drive option. Meet us at a panoramic viewpoint to begin the evening with a stunning sunset above the clouds. Then follow us through winding mountain roads and authentic Canarian villages to our stargazing site. There, you’ll enjoy the same magical night sky experience as our VIP guests. Leave whenever you like, or stay a little longer under the stars and continue to watch the magic unfold.

Read some reviews from our stargazing tours in Gran Canaria

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   Hayley 
 
 
 Verified All was excellent Charles our driver was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of information about the island. The Astronomer was very knowledgeable and made the night sky come alive with his explanation of what we were seeing. Highly recommend this trip.
  
 
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   Veronica 
 
 
 Verified siamo una coppia di italiani ed è stato tutto bellissimo, la guida Diego è stato molto bravo ed esaustivo. Consiglio
  
 
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   Ilse 
 
 
 Verified Diego is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. he knows a lot about the constellation and about the road towards the prime destination of the journey. We had a great view above the sea of clouds (it was cloudy that day). we also visited the "Grand Canyon of the Canary Islands". The story he tells are full of passion, we got to see some really cool things, including the milky way!
  
 
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   GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
 
 Verified Diego was incredibly helpful and informative. Very happy to answer all questions when people asked. Engaged with everyone. Funny, very talkative, engaging and had a story for each star/constellation. Incredible experience. Unforgettable. A lot to think about afterwards. Never seen anything like it. Better than expected
  
 
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   Jarno 
 
 
 Verified Ein Sehr schönes Erlebnis, der Guide war sehr nett und es hat mir sehr viel spaß gemacht, er hat super gutes Englisch gesprochen und es war wirklich sehr interessant. Gerne wieder!
  
 
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   Annmarie Baylan 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. You will not find a better trip on this island of Gran Canaria. What a fabulous trip literally breath taking experience with a great host. So much knowledge about the cosmos. And the drive up was safe and I felt really happy and comfortable and by the way a fantastic playlist. Cannot recommend highly enough 💗
  
 
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   Simon 
 
 
 Verified It was fantastic, learned a lot of new things, got a very nice picture and really enjoyed our evening at the mountain top. It was nice that they offered a blanket.
  
 
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   Germana 
 
 
 Verified Great night activity! Gran Canaria is the 3th best spot in the world for stargazing, and it makes a huge difference compared to other stargazing activities I’ve been to. Our guide Diego has been incredible, he is super prepared and professional, but very funny as well, a real one man show! Beautiful sunset on Pico de las Nieves too. Check the weather before booking.
  
 
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   Becky 
 
 
 Verified Awesome trip, Diego is a great host and very knowledgeable. The stars were incredible and we learnt lots about the different constellations. We booked the hotel pick up and that was great and stress free. Would recommend!! Worth the trip.
  
 
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   Marcel 
 
 
 Verified Diego was a very good and friendly guide, with lots of expertise! It was a great evening. It gets a little cold after sunrise, so pack atleast a Sweater and long shorts. But even for that they had blankets if needed. Thanks Diego for that great evening!
  
 
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   Fiona 
 
 
 Verified Great trip, beautiful scenery on the drive up, lovely sunset and the stargazing was very informative, Diego was very knowledgeable. Was originally booked for 2 days previously but was forecast to be cloudy but was able to change it to a lovely clear night.
  
 
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   ANNALAURA 
 
 
 Verified È stato molto bello
  
 
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   GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
 
 Verified Eine sehr tolle und schöne Tour. Alles was es verspricht, wird eingehalten. Diego ist ein Experte auf seinem Gebiet und hat unheimlich viel Wissen über die Sterne und den Nachthimmel. ACHTUNG: Der Anfahrtsweg und der Rückweg besteht aus sehr kurvigen Straßen. Wem also bei ca. 1 Stunde pro Strecke durch die Serpentinen im Auto schlecht wird, sei hiermit gewarnt. Der Transport und die Organisation waren super. Bitte warme Kleidung dabei haben, es wurde in den Bergen schnell nur noch 12 Grad. Eine klare Empfehlung für Allle, die sich für Astronomie und den Nachthimmel interessieren.
  
 
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   Sven 
 
 
 Verified ✨ Un’esperienza davvero indimenticabile. 🌌 Non sapevamo che Gran Canaria fosse il 3° miglior posto al mondo per vedere le stelle, ma con Stargazing Gran Canaria l'abbiamo vissuto in prima persona! Dal tramonto sopra le nuvole alla magia della notte: costellazioni e Via Lattea chiarissime persino a occhio nudo! 🌟📸 Da fare assolutamente! ❤️✨
  
 
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   Saoirse 
 
 
 Verified Really nice viewpoint and very cool stargazing experience, the guides had a lot of knowledge and were very funny. We opted for the collection rather than the self drive and it was nice to enjoy the scenery while driving. I don’t think I’d have been able to drive the narrow roads. Although the roads are good quality there is a very steep edge so if you are not confident, do not opt for the self drive.
  
 
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   jennie 
 
 
 Verified the whole night was amazing diago was full of knowledge and answered everything that was asked of him it was a long drive but well worth it the view were amazing I would definitely recommend this tour
  
 
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   John 
 
 
 Verified Picked from our hotel on time, amazing drive up to the first vantage point - spectacular views. Incredible sunset, and a fascinating introduction to astronomy by the most wonderful guide. Very chilly on the top of the mountain so taking warm clothes is essential. Would definitely recommend.
  
 
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   GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
 
 Verified Amazing experience and the guide was very knowledgeable when it came to the stars. Really enjoyed the stop on the way up, seeing the sun set behind Roque Nublo and behind Tenerife’s Mount Teide was something I will never forget.
  
 
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   Jessica Estrada 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The experience was absolutely amazing! I highly recommend doing this activity if you’d like to see something different instead of going to beaches. The views are spectacular and I enjoyed the entire moment. Just come prepared with WARM clothes. It’s seriously cold up in the mountains. Don’t underestimate it..
  
 
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   Van Der Heyden 
 
 
 Verified Een beetje pech met uitzicht wegens Sahara-stof;kan nu 1X gebeuren.Verder: doe de groeten aan Diego omwille v zijn topprestatie als gids en als topdriver(zegd dat het een gepensioneerd internationaal truckdriver het gezegd heeft)
  
 
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   Linda 
 
 
 Verified De tour was interessant en erg leuk om te doen. Veel informatie en veel kunnen zien op een prachtige plek!
  
 
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   Romy 
 
 
 Verified Wow, where to start? This really exceeded any expectation. We had a clear nightsky and were able to see a lot of constellations and stars with the naked eye ánd through the telescope. But the best thing about the trip was Diego. His knowledge and passion are out of this world (pun intended). I could listen to him for hours. It was a magical evening and I would highly recommend. I might even go back for a second time. We went with our own car and the communication was great, driving to the spot easy. Make sure to bring warm clothes. Really. Warm.
  
 
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   Rocco 
 
 
 Verified What an amazing experience from start to end 😁 Diego was an incredible tour guide. He was friendly and took us to the best views of Gran Canaria. He was extremely knowledgeable, and it was interesting to find out so much about the stars that we cannot usually see. Definitely book if you want to see some incredible views and a such a clear view of the stars! - Young Man
  
 
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   Dianna Randolph 
 
 
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A truly memorable experience, one of the best tours we have ever taken.   We very highly recommend taking this tour if you travel to Gran Canaria.  Our guides, Karolis and Diego are super knowledgeable, helpful and a lot of fun!
  
 
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   Cristina Liebana 
 
 
 Verified Una experiencia gratificante, sobretodo las explicaciones que daba Diego y su compañero. De 10, para repetir cuando tenga ocasión.
  
 
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   Dawn 
 
 
 Verified The trip was excellent from the start. Excellent playlist and Diego was knowledgeable regarding the history of the island and when we arrived at the stargazing experience. Every aspect of the trip from the sunset to the stargazing was outstanding. I would highly recommend people to do this trip
  
 
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   Natascha 
 
 
 Verified Tolle, informative Tour mit Diego. War ein super Erlebnis. Die Fahrt ging durch eine wunderschöne Landschaft zu einem eindrucksvollen Aussichtpunkt. Der Sonnenuntergang war magisch und die Sternbeobachtung sehr professionell und extrem aufschlussreich. Absolute Empfehlung
  
 
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   Lisa 
 
 
 Verified Alles war super organisiert und wir hatten einen wunderschönen Sternenhimmel.
  
 
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   Joanne 
 
 
 Verified Absolutely would recommend this tour it was fabulous and well organised and the driver was full of knowledge.Absolutely beautiful sunset and the stars what can I say absolutely breathtaking definitely book up if you’re in Gran Canaria honestly you won’t be disappointed thank you for this great experience xx
  
 
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   Stephen 
 
 
 Verified The enthusiasm and knowledge of Diego
  
 
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   GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
 
 Verified Great trip watching the sunset and stargazing in the mountains. Tour guide Diego is knowledgeable and passionate about all things stargazing. The information was easy for me to follow as a novice. Would recommend.
  
 
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   sarah bridgwater 
 
 
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I went on a tour with Diego on Tuesday 8 September. Despite the Calima, the sunset was beautiful. The scenery and wildlife was unforgettable.
On to the stargazing... Wow. Diego knows his stuff.
What a great evening... Worth every penny.

Were off to buy a telescope when we get home.
  
 
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   Dominik 
 
 
 Verified War echt interessant auf der Fahrt gabs viel input zu Gran canaria und die orte die wie passierten. Unser Fahrer Koralis war super nett und fuhr uns sicher hoch zum Treffpunkt und wieder zurück. Diego glänzte mit Wissen über die Sterne den Planeten und man kauft ihm das ab das er sich selbst für das Thema interessiert.
  
 
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   GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
 
 Verified Super Sache. Zu Beginn beim Sonnenuntergang waren wir skeptisch ob das heute was wird, da es sehr trüb war. Mit zunehmender Dunkelheit und den Blick nach oben haben sich jedoch mehr und mehr Sterne gezeigt. Als es dann richtig dunkel war, war es einfach nur erstaunlich. So etwas sieht man normal nirgends. Die Milchstraße mit bloßen Auge zu sehen ist noch bemerkenswerter. Auch durch das Teleskop haben wir einige Sterne und Cluster gesehen. Top. Einziger Nachteil ist, dass es keine Sitzgelegenheiten gibt und das nach oben schauen in den Nacken gehen kann. Würde es trotzdem wieder tun.
  
 
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   Liesa 
 
 
 Verified Eine großartige Idee und einfach ein absolut lohnenswerter Ausflug und definitiv mal etwas anderes. Abholung war pünktlich und ich habe es sehr genossen nicht selbst fahren zu müssen. So konnte man in Ruhe das Panorama genießen. Diego, der Guide, hat mit Enthusiasmus erzählt. Habe sowohl die Anfahrt mit kurzen Panorama -Stopps, als auch den Sonnenuntergang und den Sternenhimmel sehr genossen.
  
 
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   Maria Castagna 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bellissima proposta realizzata con autenticità da un giovane imprenditore che coniuga le sue passioni e il bisogno di trovare un suo spazio in questa realtà...  Meravigliosa esperienza umana e scientifica. Grazie Diego
  
 
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   Eva 
 
 
 Verified Unser Guide Diego war sehr kompetent und man hat gemerkt ihm macht das ganze sehr viel Spaß. Der erste Stopp beim Sonnenuntergang war sehr schön und man konnte diesen in Ruhe genießen. Beim Stargazing hat Diego alles sehr gut erklären können und man hat einiges über die Sterne gelernt! Unser Highlight war das Foto mit dem Sternenhimmel im Hintergrund. Man sollte definitiv eine warme Jacke mitnehmen, da es auf dem Berg bei Nacht dann doch relativ schnell kalt wird. Bei der Fahrt erzählt Diego auch schon einige interessante Dinge. All in all empfehlen wirs aufjedenfall weiter!
  
 
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   GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
 
 Verified Es war eine total aufregende Tour. Den Sternenhimmel zu beobachten war sowas von schön und die Erklärungen und das Wissen des Guide waren prima. Er hat uns das gesamte Sternbild sehr ausführlich und einfach erklärt und wir waren erstaunt, was alles zu sehen war.
  
 
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   Kaljit 
 
 
 Verified you wouldn't regret purchasing this activity. from the sunset views to the night skies it was one of the most enjoyable views I have ever seen
  
 
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   Megan 
 
 
 Verified Absolutely fantastic tour led by Diego. The first stop is at Gran Canaria’s Canyon which had fabulous views. afterwards we were driven up the mountains and had watched the sunset over the clouds, and had stunning views of Tenerife in the distance! Afterwards we went to the stargazing spot and had the most perfect clear night. Diego is very knowledgeable about stars and is clearly very passionate about what he does. This felt like a really special night and would recommend it to anyone
  
 
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   Danielle 
 
 
 Verified Amazing from start to finish! Diego was very friendly and full of facts that blow your mind! The drive is quite long, but well worth the views you see and the night sky you get. We stopped off at our first view point which is like a valley, the views were incredible. The sunset was the best I’ve ever seen and the night sky was spectacular, seeing the milky way with my own eyes was quite the experience. Diego has a lot of knowledge about the stars, galaxies and constellations and the telescope brings these facts all together. Such an amazing time. Would definitely recommend!
  
 
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   Marc 
 
 
 Verified Prima arvating en veel bijgeleerd
  
 
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   Markus 
 
 
 Verified ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ein unvergesslicher Abend auf Gran Canaria Wir hatten eine fantastische Stargazing Tour mit Diego! Schon die Fahrt in die Berge war ein Erlebnis, und der wunderschöne Sonnenuntergang war der perfekte Start in den Abend. Diego ist ein großartiger Guide – sympathisch, aufmerksam und mit unglaublich viel Wissen über den Sternenhimmel. Seine Erklärungen waren interessant, verständlich und nie langweilig. Besonders die Beobachtung der Sterne und Planeten durch das Teleskop war beeindruckend. 🔭✨ Die Atmosphäre in der Gruppe war entspannt und persönlich, und man merkt sofort, dass Diego seine Tour mit viel Leidenschaft macht. Für uns war es eines der Highlights unseres Gran-Canaria-Aufenthalts. Absolute Empfehlung – 5 Sterne! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Vielen Dank, Diego, für diesen besonderen Abend! 🌅🌌
  
 
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   GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
 
 Verified A unique experience enjoyed by all the family.
  
 
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   Jürgen 
 
 
 Verified Der Treffpunkt hat super geklappt, wir konnten in Ruhe den Sonnenuntergang mit einen Glas Cava genießen. Dann guten mm wir unseren Guide Diego hinterher zum Parkplatz. Er hat kurz das Teleskop aufgebaut und uns dann verschiedene Sternbilder, Sterbens etc vorgestellt und gezeigt mit ausgiebigen Erklärungen. Die Gruppe war nicht zu groß, so dass Alle in Ruhe durch das Teleskop schauen konnten. Wir freuen uns schon auf die Bilder!
  
 
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   Tomas Capla 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everything was great. It was a bit crowded at sunset, so if you’re going in your own car, it’s good to know where to park. The stargazing was brilliant. I went with my two children, aged 10 and 8, and we all had a great time. We learnt a lot and enjoyed the whole evening. Thanks!
  
 
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   Nikki 
 
 
 Verified Highly recommend this tour for anyone who is looking for a unique and awe-inspiring experience. Diego is an incredible guide - passionate, knowledgeable and engaging. The tour was definitely a highlight of our trip!
  
 
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   lucinda Cecilia 
 
 
 Verified Het was prachtig en zeker het geld waard. Goede gids (Diego) die alles duidelijk uitlegt. Hele fijne trip.
  
 
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   Philip Clark 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We all had such an amazing time thank you so much
  
 
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   Jon 
 
 
 Verified Very enjoyable experience. Diego was very knowledgeable and explained everything in a very straightforward way. Steve was also very helpful with trying to get pictures. I would definitely recommend this experience.
  
 
 
  
 
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