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?

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Camel Riding in Terra Murata

Terra Murata, Procida

⏱ 30 minutes

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About this experience

Camel Riding in Terra Murata is a guided camel trek along the fortified promontory of Procida’s oldest settlement. The ride follows a fixed route of roughly 1.5 kilometres, passing the Abbey of San Michele and the Terra Murata ramparts. Each session lasts 30 minutes and includes a handler, a saddle, and a safety briefing before departure.

What to expect

Ride lasts 30 minutes, covering a 1.5-kilometre loop around the Terra Murata cliff edge
Includes a trained handler, saddle, and a pre-ride safety briefing
Passes the 11th-century Abbey of San Michele and the defensive walls of the Aragonese castle
Suitable for riders aged 6 and over, with a maximum weight of 90 kilograms per camel
Offers direct views of the Marina di Corricella harbour and the Tyrrhenian Sea from the elevated route
Departures run every hour from 10:00 to 17:00, with a maximum of 8 riders per group