Ventana del Nublo Stargazing Hike

Allow yourself to be mesmerized by the night sky of Gran Canaria with this stargazing experience in Ventana del Nublo. We'll see one of the island's most famous natural monuments and learn many curiosities about astronomy.

Ventana del Nublo Stargazing Hike

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the Bailico recreational area. From this point, located in the heart of Gran Canaria, we'll embark on a short hike to Ventana del Nublo, an iconic site of the island.

We'll walk through the mountains of Gran Canaria at sunset, reviewing basic concepts of astronomy and discussing the relationship between the Indigenous Peoples of the Canary Islands and the night sky.

From Ventana del Nublo, we'll take in a panoramic view of Roque Nublo, one of the symbols of Gran Canaria, particularly stunning at nightfall.

Then, with our flashlights, we'll proceed to explore several stargazing points around Ventana del Nublo. As we listen to the sounds of the forest and gaze at the night sky, we'll identify the most famous constellations.

Participants will enjoy a hot drink and a snack during the experience, which lasts three to four hours before concluding at the starting point.