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Exploring Accessible and Outdoor Tourism in the Canary Islands: Gran Canaria Adventure Weekend 2023

Tourism has evolved significantly in recent years, opening its doors to a wider range of travellers seeking authentic and enriching experiences. One trend that has gained momentum is accessible tourism, which focuses on ensuring that all people, regardless of their physical abilities, can enjoy the wonders the world has to offer.

A prime example of this initiative is the Gran Canaria Adventure Weekend 2023, event organised by Activa Canarias, which combines the essence of outdoor tourism with inclusion and accessibility.



The Route between wineries with essence is a 100% accessible activity.

Accessible Tourism: Beyond Barriers

Accessible tourism is about breaking down the barriers that have traditionally excluded people with disabilities from tourism experiences. This trend has become a global movement, and the Canary Islands, particularly Gran Canaria, have embraced this philosophy. Destinations that strive to be accessible open their doors to a wider and more diverse demographic, while promoting equality and inclusion.


Outdoor Tourism in Gran Canaria

Hiking through the Maspalomas Dunes is a unique and accessible experience, which allows you to get to know this icon of the island.

Outdoor tourism is another aspect that has gained an enthusiastic following all over the world. Gran Canaria, with its unique geography ranging from stunning beaches to majestic mountains, offers the perfect setting for these experiences. From hiking and cycling to water sports and exploring nature parks, the opportunities for nature lovers are endless.


Gran Canaria Adventure Weekend 2023: The perfect fusion

Activa Canarias has taken tourism experiences to a whole new level with the Gran Canaria Adventure Weekend 2023. This event is an exceptional example of how active tourism and accessibility can be harmoniously combined. Offering a diverse range of exciting activities, from scenic hiking trails to water sports in the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic, Activa Canarias, with the collaboration of the Gran Canaria Accessible project, promoted by the Instituto de Atención Social y Sociosanitaria del Cabildo de Gran Canaria, has designed experiences so that all participants, regardless of their abilities, can fully enjoy them.

What sets the Gran Canaria Adventure Weekend apart is its commitment to inclusion. The event has gone to great lengths to ensure that there are accessible and inclusive activities, removing physical barriers and ensuring that all participants can enjoy the thrill of the experiences on equal terms.


Conclusions

Accessible and active tourism is here to stay, and Activa Canarias' initiative with the Gran Canaria Adventure Weekend 2023 is a living testimony of how these two concepts can merge to create exceptional and enriching tourism experiences.

In a world where diversity and inclusion are increasingly valued, events like this not only open doors to new travellers, but also promote a powerful message: everyone deserves the opportunity to explore, discover and enjoy the wonders of our planet.

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