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 Mabul Island

Mabul Island, Tenerife

⏱ 30 minutes

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About this experience

Camel Riding in Mabul Island is a guided camel trek along the sandy paths and beachfront of Mabul, a small island off the coast of Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. The activity offers a land-based contrast to the island's famous diving sites, with a 30-minute ride led by local handlers. Riders mount a single-humped camel and follow a fixed route past stilt villages and coconut groves, with the sea visible on both sides.

What to expect

Ride lasts 30 minutes, with a 10-minute safety briefing and mounting assistance from the handler
Each session includes a camel saddle, a lead rope, and a handler walking beside the animal at all times
The route covers 800 metres of beachfront and village edge, passing the Mabul Water Bungalows jetty
Suitable for children aged 6 and above, with a maximum rider weight of 90 kilograms
You will see the island's stilt houses, fishing boats, and the turquoise water of the Celebes Sea from the camel's back
A photo stop is included at the eastern beach point, where the camel kneels for a seated portrait