Access to the iconic Roque Nublo will require reservation from February 3rd

From February 3rd, visitors to Roque Nublo, the natural monument and emblem of Gran Canaria, will need to make a reservation in advance online, via a new system being introduced by the Cabildo to protect the area.

The site, which attracts approximately 1,500 visitors a day, will have this measure to control crowds, protect the environment, and ensure a high-quality tourist experience.

The initiative, spearheaded by the Department of the Environment for the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, in collaboration with Public Works and Mobility, aims to reduce traffic in the area and manage the number of visitors to this popular attraction.

The new reservation system will go live on January 15th, allowing tourists to plan their visits during peak hours, between 9:00am, and 5:00pm.

Reservation Details

• Capacity Limits: Individual visitors will be limited to 60 entries per hour, with each person allowed to book up to five reservations. Entry will be monitored via QR codes issued during the booking process.
• Special Provisions: School groups can visit under specific regulations, with daily access capped at 60 students, divided into groups of 30 if necessary. Active tourism companies are allowed groups of 30 people every two hours, contingent on providing a valid license number.
• Local Residents: Residents of Tejeda and Artenara can access the site by presenting a valid ID or residency certificate. Those arriving via adjacent hiking trails will not require a reservation.

Traffic and Parking Changes

To further manage the area’s ecological impact, parking at Degollada de la Goleta, the primary access point, will no longer be available. Instead, alternative parking facilities have been established in Tejeda and Cruz de Los Llanos.

From these locations, visitors can take hybrid shuttle buses operated by Global under the management of the Cabildo. These buses will run in a circular route, connecting key points such as Cruz de Tejeda, Roque Bentayga, and soon, the Mirador and Interpretation Centre at Degollada de Becerra.

A Sustainable Future for Tourism

This initiative mirrors similar measures in other Islands, such as Tenerife’s proposal to introduce tourist fees for accessing Teide National Park, and the reservation system to visit Masca or the Summit of Teide on foot.

The management plan for Roque Nublo reflects growing efforts to balance the demands of tourism with environmental preservation, ensuring that both visitors and future generations can enjoy the island’s unique natural beauty.