Las Palmas Cruise Port Transfer
Private pickup at Muelle Santa Catalina — airport transfers, shore excursions and island tours. Guaranteed back before sailing.
Transfers from Las Palmas Cruise Port
Las Palmas City Centre
Vegueta, Triana, Las Canteras · ~5 min
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
For repositioning cruises · ~25 min
Playa del Inglés / Maspalomas
South beach resorts · ~45 min
Puerto Rico
Atlantic coast resort · ~60 min
Shore Excursions from Las Palmas Port
Las Palmas City Tour
€552–3 hrs · Vegueta, Triana market, Las Canteras beach
Roque Nublo & Mountain Villages
€904–5 hrs · Tejeda, Cruz de Tejeda, panoramic views
Maspalomas Dunes & South
€1205–6 hrs · Famous sand dunes, Playa del Inglés, Puerto Mogán
Teror & Arucas Village Tour
€753–4 hrs · Colonial village, rum distillery, basilica
Full Island Grand Tour
€1607–8 hrs · North, mountains, south — the complete Gran Canaria
All excursions include guaranteed return to port before departure
Why Cruise Passengers Choose Raquel
Back before sailing
Raquel tracks your departure time and always returns you 45 min early
English-speaking
Bilingual local — no language barrier
Port pickup
Meets you at Muelle Santa Catalina exit
Local expert
Insider tips on what to see in your time on island
Estimated price
No surprises — agreed before you go
WhatsApp booking
Book before arrival, confirm on board
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria — A Cruise Port Worth Exploring
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the most popular cruise ports in the Atlantic. Every year hundreds of ships dock at Muelle Santa Catalina, bringing passengers from MSC, Royal Caribbean, Costa, P&O, AIDA and many other cruise lines. With an average port stay of 8–10 hours, cruise passengers have enough time for a genuine island experience — if they plan it right.
The problem with cruise port excursions booked through the ship is cost and inflexibility. Ship-organised tours often cost 3–4 times more than a private arrangement, depart and arrive in large groups, and follow a fixed script. A private shore excursion with Raquel gives you a personal local driver, a customised itinerary and the freedom to stop where you want.
Raquel collects you directly at the terminal exit and can take you anywhere on the island. She knows the roads, the timing, the hidden viewpoints and the best local restaurants. More importantly, she guarantees you will return to the port before your ship departs — tracking the sailing time and planning the return journey with a safe buffer.
For passengers on repositioning cruises who are flying home from Gran Canaria, Raquel also offers a direct cruise port to airport transfer — ~€40, approximately 25 minutes, with luggage assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is the Las Palmas cruise port?+
The cruise terminal is at Muelle Santa Catalina in the north of Las Palmas. It is a 5-minute drive from the city centre and Las Canteras beach. Raquel will be waiting at the terminal exit.
Will I be back to the ship before it departs?+
Yes. Raquel always plans excursion itineraries to return at least 45 minutes before the published departure time. She monitors traffic throughout the day to ensure on-time return.
Can I book a shore excursion by WhatsApp from the ship?+
Yes. Many passengers book while at sea using the ship's Wi-Fi. Share your ship name, port date, how many people and what you would like to see, and Raquel will confirm with an itinerary and estimated price.
What is the price for a full-day island tour from the cruise port?+
A full island grand tour covering the north, mountains and south of Gran Canaria is €160 for the whole vehicle (up to 4 passengers), lasting 7–8 hours.
Do you offer airport transfers for repositioning cruise passengers?+
Yes. Transfer from Las Palmas cruise port to Gran Canaria Airport is ~€40, approximately 25 minutes. Book with your flight details and Raquel will coordinate the timing.