Where can I ride camels in the Canary Islands?

Camel rides are available in several locations — the Maspalomas dunes in Gran Canaria, Mount Teide National Park in Tenerife, and the Timanfaya volcano area in Lanzarote are the most popular. Rides typically last 20–40 minutes.

Is camel riding suitable for children?

Yes, camel rides are suitable for children aged 3 and above, usually accompanied by an adult. The camels are well-trained and led by experienced handlers at a slow, gentle pace.

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Camel Riding in Dryopida

Dryopida, Kythnos

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About this experience

Camel Riding in Dryopida is a guided camel trek that departs from the village of Dryopida on the island of Kythnos. Riders follow a dirt path through the island's low scrubland and dry stone walls, with views toward the Aegean Sea. The activity operates daily from 10:00 to 18:00, with each ride lasting 30 minutes.

What to expect

Ride a trained camel along a 2-kilometre loop trail starting at the Dryopida village square
Each session includes a safety briefing, a helmet, and a handler walking beside the camel
Pass by the abandoned 19th-century windmill and the chapel of Agios Ioannis on the route
Suitable for riders aged 6 and older, with a maximum weight limit of 100 kilograms
Photographs are taken by the staff at the midpoint stop and provided as a printed souvenir
The ride concludes with a short demonstration of camel grooming and feeding at the stable yard