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 Etna

Etna, Sicily

⏱ 60 minutes

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About this experience

Camel Riding in Etna is a guided camel trekking activity set on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. Riders travel on trained dromedaries along designated paths through lava fields and chestnut groves, with views of the summit craters. The tour operates from a base near the town of Nicolosi and lasts approximately one hour.

What to expect

Ride a camel for 60 minutes along a 2.5-kilometre loop trail through basaltic lava formations and oak woodland
Includes a safety briefing, helmet, and a handler leading each camel for the entire duration
See the 2002 eruption lava flow front and the Valle del Bove cliff edge from the saddle
Suitable for adults and children over 6 years old, with a maximum rider weight of 100 kilograms
Photo stop at a panoramic terrace facing the central craters, with the option to purchase a printed picture
Tour departs at fixed times daily from 10:00 to 16:00, with a small shaded waiting area and free parking on site