MTB Tours Gran Canaria.

MTB (mountain bike) tours are not universally discontinued on Gran Canaria in 2026. Several operators continue to offer guided enduro, downhill, all-mountain, and e-MTB tours. Dedicated providers such as Gran Canaria Mountain Bike, Free Motion (which also offers e-MTB options), and others are still advertising shuttled rides on popular trails including Camino de la Plata, El Diablo, Fataga, and Green Nirvana. Events like the Open MTB Arguineguín (February 2026) and active listings on Tripadvisor and GetYourGuide confirm that options remain available.

That said, there has been some confusion and temporary disruption — particularly in rider Facebook groups asking whether certain operators like “MTB Gran Canaria” are still trading. Here’s a clear breakdown of the current situation as of early April 2026.

Impact of Storm Therese (March 2026)

The storm caused significant damage that affected mountain biking more severely than road cycling:

• Landslides, rockfalls, erosion, and flooding heavily impacted mountainous and interior areas, damaging or temporarily closing many trails, forest tracks, and access roads popular with MTB riders (especially in ravines and higher elevations around Tejeda, Ayagaures, and southern/central zones).
• Unpaved and singletrack routes — the backbone of enduro and downhill tours — suffered the most, with washouts and debris making some sections impassable or high-risk.
• Authorities closed or restricted numerous paths in protected natural areas for safety reasons, with lingering landslide risks. Some bicycle and horse tracks remained affected into April.
• Shuttle services, essential for many enduro tours, faced major disruptions due to road closures (e.g., GC-60 blocked by large boulders) and ongoing repairs (with €13–28.5 million allocated for urgent fixes across approximately 26 sections).

As a result, some guided MTB outings were temporarily suspended or cancelled in late March and early April, especially those involving uplifts to remote or high-altitude starts. Road cycling recovered more quickly in the southern coastal tourist areas, which explains why the island’s overall winter cycling appeal rebounded faster.

Other Factors Affecting MTB Tours

• Safety and liability: Operators are being cautious due to unstable slopes, potential rockfalls, and official advisories. Many trails require thorough assessment and clearing before full operations resume.
• Seasonal and operational shifts: Gran Canaria’s MTB scene has always been more niche than its world-renowned road cycling. Some smaller or specialist providers may have paused activities, rebranded, or shifted focus toward e-MTB and less technical options after the storm. Broader tourism initiatives (such as Gran Canaria 365) tend to promote road and general cycling more heavily.
• Availability varies by operator: Larger bike centres like Free Motion in Maspalomas/Playa del Inglés continue to offer MTB and e-MTB alongside their dominant road programmes. Dedicated enduro outfits are still advertising, but it’s wise to confirm current trail conditions directly, as the situation evolves with ongoing repairs.

Current Outlook (April 2026)

Many trails and access points have already reopened or are partially accessible again. The landscape is notably greener and more lush thanks to the rains — a welcome bonus for riders once conditions stabilise.

While road-focused cycling (the island’s main winter draw) recovered quickly, full restoration of the technical MTB trail network will take a bit longer.

Tips if planning an MTB trip:

• Contact operators directly for real-time updates on specific tours and shuttles.
• Start with vetted, guided options.
• Check Cabildo and local alerts for any remaining closures.
• Consider e-MTB for easier access on recovering trails.

In summary, MTB tours have not been “banned” or permanently stopped across the island. The infrastructure is repairable, and Gran Canaria’s varied terrain continues to support a wide range of mountain biking. Storm Therese created a noticeable short-term setback for technical MTB (more so than road riding), resulting in some cancellations and reduced schedules. Conditions are improving steadily as spring repairs progress.