Agaete Ferries

Unlock your adventure to Spain at the incredible port of Agaete! It's your essential gateway to the stunning nearby islands. Imagine seamless connections and breath-taking scenic journeys – that's what awaits you.

As a bustling hub for both passengers and freight, Agaete boasts an impressive 3 ferry routes operated by 3 top-tier ferry companies. Get ready for a convenient sailing experience from Agaete, with schedules perfectly tailored to the seasons, ensuring you always find your ideal departure, no matter the demand, weather, or tourism buzz. Your unforgettable escape begins here!

Agaete offers wonderful connections to popular routes like Santa Cruz - Agaete, Santa Cruz - Agaete. You can customize your trip by choosing between a swift high-speed ferry to get there in a flash or a classic vessel for a more scenic, relaxing journey. From quick local hops to leisurely overnight voyages, your island adventure starts here.

Getting to your destination is a breeze with several excellent ferry operators departing regularly from Agaete. You'll find companies like Fred. Olsen Express, Grimaldi Lines, Naviera Armas ready to whisk you away.

Each offers a variety of onboard amenities to make your journey pleasant, from comfortable seating and delicious food and drink options to private cabins and even vehicle transport.

With a range of ticket options available depending on the company and vessel, there's something to suit everyone, whether you're traveling solo, with family, or on a business trip.

Whether you're dreaming of an exhilarating island-hopping escape, making your way back to the comfort of home, or embarking on a brand-new journey, your perfect voyage begins right here with Agaete.

Agaete is easily accessible by car, approximately 30-40 minutes from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria via the GC-2 highway that hugs the northern coastline. Regular bus services connect the town to Las Palmas and other parts of the island, with journey times ranging from 45 minutes to an hour. If flying into Gran Canaria Airport, expect a 45-minute drive to reach Agaete. The ferry terminal (Puerto de las Nieves) offers ample parking facilities nearby, though spaces can fill quickly during peak season, so arriving early is recommended.

Nestled on the northwest coast of Gran Canaria, Agaete offers a refreshing escape from the island's busier tourist centers. This charming port town blends authentic Canarian culture with stunning natural landscapes, from dramatic cliffs to lush valleys. As an important ferry connection point to Tenerife, Agaete welcomes travelers with its laid-back atmosphere and striking volcanic scenery that perfectly captures the essence of the Canary Islands.

Agaete enjoys Gran Canaria's famously mild climate year-round, with temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C even in winter. The summer months (June to September) offer warm, sunny days perfect for swimming, though August can bring more tourists. Spring (April-May) and autumn (October-November) provide ideal conditions with pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds. The annual Fiesta de la Rama in August transforms the town with colorful processions and celebrations, while ferry services maintain consistent schedules throughout the year, with slightly reduced frequency during winter months.

Agaete serves as an excellent gateway to Tenerife, with fast ferries making the crossing to Santa Cruz in just 80 minutes, offering access to Spain's highest peak, Mount Teide, and Tenerife's vibrant capital. The port also connects to Los Cristianos in southern Tenerife (approximately 2.5 hours), perfect for accessing popular resort areas. The journey itself is a highlight, with opportunities to spot dolphins and whales while crossing the strait between the islands. Using Agaete as your base allows for convenient day trips or island-hopping adventures throughout the western Canary Islands.

Puerto de las Nieves, Agaete's picturesque harbor area, invites visitors to dine at seafront restaurants serving fresh fish and traditional Canarian potatoes with mojo sauce. The natural rock pools of Las Salinas offer safe, sheltered swimming spots with crystal-clear waters. In the town center, the Huerto de las Flores botanical garden showcases tropical plants and provides a tranquil retreat. Don't miss a visit to the dramatic Valle de Agaete, where coffee plantations – the only ones in Europe – produce exclusive local coffee. The town's narrow streets lined with white-washed houses reveal authentic Canarian architecture and local craft shops.

Agaete harbors Europe's only coffee plantation, producing a rare and prized coffee variety that's celebrated in the local Fiesta del Café each October. The unusual rock formation visible from the port, known as El Dedo de Dios (God's Finger), was a famous natural landmark until it was partially destroyed by tropical storm Delta in 2005. Archaeological remains in the area suggest the town has been continuously inhabited since pre-Hispanic times, with the Maipes Archaeological Park containing over 700 ancient burial mounds. The waters off Agaete's coast are part of a marine reserve that hosts more than 20 species of cetaceans, making it one of Europe's best whale-watching locations.