Few trips mix fruit, spirit, and sauce.

This premium day tour rolls through the Banana Museum at La Rekompensa, guided rum time at Arehucas, then ends with wine and food culture at Bodega Los Berrazales plus a mojo workshop. I love how the stops are short but structured, so you get real context—not just sample-and-go. I also like that you’ll have a full English-speaking guide (and often German alongside, depending on the day) to connect the dots between plantation, distillery, and grapes.

The one thing to plan for is pacing: it’s a packed 5–6 hours with bus transfers and several tastings, so if you’re sensitive to motion or alcohol, or you need slow breaks, you’ll want to go in with eyes open.

Key things to know before you go

• Banana Museum + banana tastings in two parts, including liquors that are only for guests age 18+
• Arehucas distillery and cellars with a guided explanation, then a separate rum tasting
• Agaete break: you get about an hour for lunch on your own, so you control what and where
• Bodega Los Berrazales includes a guided grapes-and-history tour plus wine + coffee tasting
• Mojo sauce workshop: you learn how to make the special sauce, not just read about it
• A max group size of 55 keeps it from feeling like a private tour, but it’s still small enough to move efficiently

A smart way to see Gran Canaria in 5–6 hours

If you want a Gran Canaria day that feels like more than beaches and viewpoints, this tour does the job. You’ll hit three food-and-drink stories on one route: bananas, rum, and wine, then finish with a practical cooking-style experience.

The “premium” part is mostly about flow and comfort: you get pickup in touristic areas (with clear limits), bus transfers between stops, and a guide who keeps the day moving. At $83.27 per person for a half-day with multiple tastings and included admissions, it can feel like good value—especially if you’d otherwise have to pay for separate tickets.

La Rekompensa Banana Museum: plantation stories and banana products

Your first stop is La Rekompensa Mundo del Platano, and it starts with a guided look at banana cultivation and the history of the crop in this part of the world. The tour segment is about 45 minutes, which is long enough to understand the basics without dragging.

Why this matters: when you later taste banana-based products, you’ll know what you’re looking at. Bananas aren’t just a snack here—they’re tied to how the islands grew food supply, export, and local industry. This first segment sets up that context fast.

Then comes the tasting time, about 25 minutes devoted to products made with bananas. You’ll see the range of what banana becomes. If you’re 18+, you can sample banana liquors; if not, you’ll still be part of the tasting block, just without the alcohol items.

One practical note: this is a structured stop with limited time for wandering around at your own pace. If you’re the kind of person who likes extra photos, plan a few minutes right before or after the tasting to look around.

Arehucas Rum Distillery: cellars, techniques, and a proper tasting block

Next you move to Arehucas Rum Distillery. You’ll get around 35 minutes of guided time through the distillery and cellars, presented in English and German. That bilingual approach can be nice if you’re traveling with mixed-language friends, and it also tends to keep explanations clear and repetitive in the best way.

Then your rum tasting happens as its own block—about 25 minutes. The key detail here is age: rum tasting is for guests 18+. The structure matters because it separates education from sampling, so you’re not trying to take notes while tasting at full volume.

What I like about this setup is that you don’t just hear the story—you get to connect it to taste. Rum can be confusing if you only ever see it in bottles. Here, you’ll get introduced to different rum products and how the distillery world thinks about them.

The pacing can feel busy, though. The day is designed to keep moving, so if you want slow sipping and deep comparisons, consider using the tasting time to focus on aroma and one or two flavor notes rather than trying to “rate” everything.

Agaete lunch break: use the hour well

You’ll have about 1 hour in Agaete for a lunch stop. Lunch is not included, so you’ll either eat there or pick up something to go depending on what you like.

This hour is also your reset moment. Between museums and alcohol tastings, it helps to stand up, walk a little, and get some food that’s not just samples. If you’re traveling with picky eaters or people who don’t want heavy meals, this is where you can make the day more comfortable.

Because it’s only an hour, I’d treat it like this: decide in advance whether you’ll sit down or grab something quick. That way you’re not spending 30 minutes debating a menu while the group waits for departure.

Bodega Los Berrazales: grapes, wine and coffee tasting, then mojo

The final food-and-drink chapter is Bodega Los Berrazales. You start with about 1 hour of guided touring in the area—history, grapes, and the logic behind how wine is handled here. This is the part of the day that feels most grounded in place: you’re learning about local agriculture and the vineyard side of the story.

After that, you get a 15-minute tasting that includes wine (18+) and coffee tasting. The coffee piece is a small but memorable twist. It’s short, but it nudges you toward the island’s food culture beyond alcohol, which I appreciate when tours can otherwise become three tastings in a row.

Then you finish with a mojo workshop lasting about 20 minutes. This is the hands-on payoff. Instead of leaving with only photos, you’ll take home the idea of how to make mojo sauce yourself. It’s also a fun way to end the day because everyone can participate in the same practical activity.

Heads-up for comfort: some parts of the day can involve getting up paths or uneven surfaces. If walking is a concern for you, it’s worth bringing supportive shoes and taking your time at the workshop and tasting areas.

Price and what you’re actually paying for

At $83.27 per person, this tour isn’t cheap by local standards, but it’s also not a “pay for nothing” kind of experience. You’re buying three admission blocks, tastings (including alcohol for those 18+), a guided rum and distillery visit, and a winery visit with workshop time.

You’re also paying for someone else to manage the bus timing and transfers between sites. That’s a real value in Gran Canaria, where routes can take longer than you expect and parking can be annoying around popular areas.

To judge the value fairly, look at what’s included:

• admissions for the Banana Museum and its banana tasting
• admission for the Arehucas distillery
• admission for Bodega Los Berrazales
• rum tasting (18+), wine tasting (18+), and coffee tasting
• the mojo workshop
• pickup and drop-off in touristic areas
• a guide and bus transfers

Not included is mainly what you’d expect: lunch and souvenirs. If you plan to eat a full lunch anyway, you’ll just need to budget that separately.

Pickup, timing, and how the day feels on the bus

Start time is 8:00 am, and the duration listed is about 5 to 6 hours including travel. Pickup is offered in touristic areas, but there’s a big detail that matters: there’s no pickup in Las Palmas City or the Harbour. If you’re staying there, you’ll need to get to Parque Tropical (south island) to join the pickup route.

There’s also a helpful fallback: if you want to avoid pickup, you can make your own way to Parque Tropical Bus Stop at 09:00h. One practical caution: if the bus is full, you may not sit next to your partner.

About the bus ride itself: the tour uses transfers between different points, and the ride can get bumpy at times. Bring patience, and if you get motion sick, consider taking precautions before you go.

Who this tour is best for

This is a strong fit if you want variety in one day:

• food and drink lovers who like structured tastings
• travelers who want a guided explanation without doing homework first
• people who like hands-on cultural moments, especially the mojo workshop
• mixed-age groups where not everyone has to taste alcohol (because tastings are age-gated)

It’s less ideal if:

• you need a slow pace and lots of free time
• you’re very mobility-limited (even though most people can participate, some stops can involve walking up paths)
• you dislike tours with a fixed schedule, because the whole day is built to move forward on time

Should you book the Banana Museum, Rum Distillery & Winery Premium Tour?

Yes—if you want a single, well-fed day that turns three different island industries into one story. The Banana Museum gives you context, Arehucas delivers rum in an organized way, and Bodega Los Berrazales adds both tastings and a workshop you can actually use at home.

I’d skip it or choose a different option if you’re the type who gets stressed by tight timing, or if you know you’ll struggle with walking or long bus transfers. Also, plan for that lunch hour to be truly yours, since lunch isn’t included.

If you fit the sweet spot—short guided experiences, tastings (with age rules), and a fun finale—this one looks like solid value for Gran Canaria.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

It runs about 5 to 6 hours including the travel time between stops.

What’s included in the tastings?

You’ll get banana product tastings, rum tasting (for 18+), wine tasting (for 18+), plus coffee tasting. The mojo workshop is also included.

Does the tour include lunch in Agaete?

No. There’s a 1-hour free time stop in Agaete for lunch, but lunch isn’t included in the price.

Is there pickup, and where does it start?

Pickup is offered in touristic areas, but there is no pickup in Las Palmas City or the Harbour. If you’re staying there, you should go to Parque Tropical (south island) by your own means.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 8:00 am. If you’re going to the pickup meeting area on your own, Parque Tropical Bus Stop is at 09:00h.

What language is the tour guide?

The tour is offered in English, and the Arehucas distillery tour is described as being in English and German.

What’s the minimum age for alcohol tastings?

Alcohol tastings are only for guests 18 and older (rum and banana liquors, and wine tasting).

Can I cancel for free?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.