Gran Canaria: Banana Plantation Guided Tour & Tasting
ID: GYG441625-795813
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Learn about the banana plant on a guided tour of a banana farm and museum on Gran Canaria island. See the plant varieties, learn about the historic grounds, and taste different banana products.
Discover the delicious banana crop at the Hacienda La ReKompensa Banana Plantation and Museum in Gran Canaria. Take a tour of the grounds with a guide to learn about the history of the farm, and try the banana crop as well as other products like jams, juices, and wines.
Start your tour of the Hacienda La ReKompensa grounds by seeing the farmland which grows more than 7,000 banana plants, 150 avocado trees, and many other fruit trees. Explore all the highlights of the grounds spanning over 56,000 square meters.
At the Banana Museum, learn about the cultivation techniques and the history of banana production in the Canary Islands. Make sure to take in the museum's beautiful views over the ocean and the island's farmland.
Finally, visit the Interpretation Center and shop, which are housed in a restored Canarian house dating back to 1804. Try a selection of local artisanal products containing Canarian bananas, such as jams, banana quince, and banana wine, as well as cosmetic products.
Highlights
- Taste delicious local products made with Canarian banana, such as jams and wines
- Discover thirteen different types of banana on a guided tour of the farmland
- Take in unbeatable views of the Atlantic Ocean and the greenery of Gran Canaria
- See the variety of plants grown on the farmland, like avocado and other fruits
- Learn all about the cultivation techniques used in the Canarian banana harvest
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour will take place rain or shine
When you arrive at Hacienda La ReKompensa, head towards the big parking space by the estate, then follow the signs for 'Banana Museum'. Meet your guide inside the museum.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
