e-Scooter City Tour + Camel Ride inside Maspalomas Dunes

Maspalomas gives you a rare two-part outing: an electric chopper scooter ride through the resort area and a 30-minute camel ride beside the famous dunes. You’ll see the southern edge of Gran Canaria, stop at a bird-filled lagoon, and cross the palm-lined Campo Internacional before returning to Playa del Inglés.

I like the mix of nature and easy sightseeing, especially the pause at La Charca, where more than 40 bird species live and 23 types breed. I also like the small six-person limit, which gives your guide room to keep an eye on scooter handling and answer questions. The catch is simple: this is not a good choice if you lack scooter experience, balance, or the required driving license.

Key points to know before booking

• The camel ride lasts 30 minutes: It is the main activity inside the Maspalomas dunes, with a 100-kilogram maximum per rider.
• The tour is limited to six people: You get a more personal outing than on a large coach tour.
• Drivers need a valid AM or B license: An original or digital license is accepted, but photos and copies are not.
• The route combines dunes, lagoon, palms, and coast: You see several sides of southern Gran Canaria in about two hours.
• Children can ride as passengers: Those aged 7 to 17 may use the rear seat with a paying parent, while children under 7 are not allowed.
• You return to the starting point: Hotel pickup, lunch, and alcoholic drinks are not included.

A two-hour look at southern Gran Canaria

This tour works because it joins two very different ways to see Maspalomas. The electric chopper scooter gives you mobility across the resort area, while the camel ride slows things down inside the dunes.

The tour starts at noon at Bici Bike Vintagelocal, in Centro Commerciale Cita on Avenida de Alemania. You receive the scooter, helmet, and safety equipment there. The outing is offered in English, and the activity ends back at the same meeting point.

The timing matters. A two-hour tour cannot give every stop a long visit, so think of this as a scenic overview rather than a full nature walk or detailed cultural tour. You’ll spend about 30 minutes on the camel, with the remaining time divided among scooter riding, short stops, and the return route.

The tour has a maximum of six participants. That is useful on a scooter outing, since the guide can keep the group together and give more attention to anyone who is still getting used to the controls.

Maspalomas Dunes, where the Atlantic begins

The Reserva Natural Especial de Las Dunas de Maspalomas is the visual centerpiece. The dunes cover about 25 square kilometers near Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés, forming a sandy area at the southern end of the island.

You get a sense of the island’s position here. Beyond this southern tip, the Atlantic opens out. The dunes are close to hotels and roads, yet they feel notably different from the built-up resort areas around them.

The scooter portion lets you reach viewpoints and move between the main sights without committing to a long walk in loose sand. That is a practical advantage in the warm southern climate. You should still expect some physical effort, since the tour asks you to ride, balance, mount and dismount, and take part in a camel ride.

The dunes are protected, so this is a scenic visit rather than an invitation to roam wherever you like. Follow the guide’s instructions and stay with the group. The supplied details do not specify exactly how much walking takes place, so wear closed shoes that are comfortable for both the scooter and camel sections.

Thirty minutes by camel in the dunes

The camel ride lasts 30 minutes and gives the tour its most distinctive feature. You’ll continue through the Maspalomas area by camel, taking in views of the dunes from a slower, higher seat.

I would treat this as a short introduction to camel riding, not a full-day animal encounter. Thirty minutes is long enough to make the activity memorable without taking over the whole outing. It also gives families and first-time riders a manageable taste of the experience.

There is a firm weight limit: the camel can carry a maximum of 100 kilograms per person. This is worth checking before you pay, since it is a condition of participation rather than a minor preference.

The tour does not provide details about camel seating, rest stops, or the exact route. That means you should book it for the combination of dunes and camel riding, not for a highly detailed wildlife or animal-care program. If the camel portion is your main reason for booking, confirm any personal questions with Bici Bike Vintage before arrival.

La Charca, a small lagoon with big bird value

After the dunes, the route stops at La Charca. This small blue lagoon is a useful contrast to the open sand and resort streets around it.

More than 40 bird species live at the lagoon, and 23 types use the area to reproduce. That makes the 10-minute stop more than a quick photo break. It gives you a chance to notice the wetland side of Maspalomas, an environment that can be easy to miss when your attention is fixed on the dunes.

The stop is brief, so bring your attention rather than expecting a long birdwatching session. You might spot birds around the water, but the tour does not promise a particular species or provide binoculars. If birdwatching is important to you, carry your own compact binoculars if you have them, while remembering that the group schedule will keep moving.

This is one of the tour’s better choices. It adds a quiet nature stop to an outing that could otherwise be mostly about vehicles, sand, and resort views.

Palm trees and golf-course views on the return

The return route crosses the Campo Internacional area and the Campo del Golf de Maspalomas. You’ll pass green areas and palm trees, a sharp visual change after the pale dunes.

The route is designed for variety. In a short time, you move from sand to lagoon to planted resort scenery. That makes the scooter useful: you can cover more ground than on foot and see how the southern resort districts fit together.

You should not expect a round of golf or entry to a golf facility. The golf course area is part of the return scenery. The supplied schedule allows about 10 minutes for this section, so it is best understood as a moving view rather than a major stop.

The scooter itself is an electric chopper model. A helmet and the required safety equipment are provided, along with liability and accident insurance. Still, insurance does not replace careful riding. The operator specifically requires scooter experience and does not recommend the activity for people who do not know how to drive a scooter or who lack good balance.

Playa del Inglés and the final panoramic views

The final listed stop is Playa del Inglés, where you’ll take in panoramic views. Like the golf-course section, this is a short stop of about 10 minutes.

Playa del Inglés is one of the main resort areas in the south, so this portion helps connect the natural sights with the developed coastal setting. You get a broader sense of the area rather than seeing only one attraction.

The exact viewpoint is not specified, so do not book this expecting a particular lighthouse or botanical garden. One earlier outing with the provider included the dunes, lighthouse, boulevard, and botanical garden, but those sights are not promised on this tour. The route can vary, and the stated stops are the reliable guide to what you should expect.

After Playa del Inglés, you return to Bici Bike Vintagelocal. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, so plan your own way to the Cita shopping center before the noon start.

What the $107.17 price gives you

At $107.17 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Maspalomas. The value depends on whether you want both the scooter ride and camel ride in one compact outing.

The price includes the electric scooter, helmet, safety equipment, liability insurance, accident insurance, local taxes, a soft drink, and the 30-minute camel ride. Those inclusions matter because separate transport, equipment, and camel activities can quickly add up.

You also pay for a small group, with no more than six people. That is more valuable here than it would be on a simple sightseeing bus. Scooter activities require spacing, attention, and occasional help, so a small group can make the outing less awkward and easier to manage.

The price is harder to justify if you want a long dune visit, extended birdwatching, or a full cultural tour. The stops at La Charca, the golf area, and Playa del Inglés are short. You are paying for a brisk combination of activities, not deep time at one site.

A single traveler may find the cost reasonable if the camel ride is a priority. A family should calculate carefully, since each paying participant adds to the total, although children aged 7 to 17 can ride as rear-seat passengers when accompanied by a paying parent.

Who can drive, and who rides behind

The driving rules are the most important practical detail. To drive the e-scooter chopper, you must be at least 15 years old and have an original or digital AM or B driving license. A photograph or photocopy is not accepted.

Children from 7 to 17 can participate from the rear seat with a paying parent. An adult without a driving license can also use the rear seat. The scooter has a combined maximum weight of 160 kilograms for driver and passenger.

The activity is not recommended for anyone who does not know how to ride a scooter or who does not have good balance. That warning should guide your decision. This is not the place to learn from scratch while keeping up with a small moving group.

Adults over 70 are not allowed to participate. The tour also calls for a moderate level of physical fitness. Wear closed shoes, and bring a jacket during winter, when the open ride can feel cooler than the beach area suggests.

Weather, cancellation, and timing

The tour starts at 12:00 pm and requires good weather. If poor weather causes a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund. The same 24-hour rule applies to the local start time, so check the clock carefully if you are arranging other plans.

The activity also requires a minimum number of participants. If the operator cancels because that minimum is not reached, you are offered another date or activity, or a full refund.

Since you return to the meeting point, leave enough time before and after the two-hour estimate. The tour schedule includes several short stops, but traffic, riding pace, and group coordination can affect the exact finish time.

What I like, and what I would watch closely

The strongest feature is the combination of dunes and a camel ride. You get a recognizable Maspalomas activity, then add the scooter route, lagoon, palm-lined return, and Playa del Inglés views without booking separate outings.

The small group is another real advantage. A six-person maximum gives the guide a better chance to help with scooter handling and keep the route orderly. One highly positive account described a private outing with a guide who explained the surrounding area well, along with visits to the dunes, lighthouse, boulevard, and botanical garden. Those extra sights should not be assumed for every departure, but the account suggests the route can feel personal when the group is small.

The main weakness is limited time. Ten minutes at several stops is enough for views and photos, but not enough for a slow visit. The tour also has strict driving and age rules, plus the 100-kilogram camel limit and 160-kilogram scooter limit.

The overall rating is 4.6 from 11 reviews, with 91 percent recommending it. That is encouraging, though the sample is small. I would place more weight on whether the format suits you: short stops, active transport, and one 30-minute camel ride.

Should you book this Maspalomas scooter and camel tour?

Book it if you want a compact introduction to southern Gran Canaria and like the idea of mixing electric scooter sightseeing with a camel ride. It suits couples, families with eligible older children, and small groups who want dunes, birds, palms, and coastal views in one outing.

Skip it if you cannot confidently ride a scooter, do not have the required license to drive, dislike camel rides, or want a long, unhurried visit to the dunes and lagoon. For the right participant, $107.17 buys a varied two-hour route with equipment, insurance, a drink, and a small-group format. For everyone else, the strict rules and quick stops may make the price feel high.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Bici Bike Vintagelocal, Centro Commerciale Cita, Av. de Alemania 22, 35100 Maspalomas, Las Palmas, Spain.

What time does the tour begin?

The stated start time is 12:00 pm.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity ends back at the original meeting point.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately two hours.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

How old must I be to drive the e-scooter?

Drivers must be at least 15 years old and have an original or digital AM or B driving license.

Can children take part?

Children under 7 are not allowed. Children aged 7 to 17 may participate from the rear seat when accompanied by a paying parent.

What license documents are accepted?

An original or digital AM or B driving license is accepted. Copies and photos of licenses are not accepted.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund.