Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles in Tenerife

Kayak beneath the Los Cristianos cliffs and snorkel clear waters, with a great chance of spotting turtles and dolphins.

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€23

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Tour Highlights

Guided kayak tour

Chance to see dolphins

Snorkel in clear waters

Look for sea turtles

Small-group experience

Hotel pickup included

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Overview

Experience one of the most popular outdoor activities in Tenerife on this unforgettable Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles excursion. After hotel pickup, you'll meet your experienced guide before heading to the coastline, where you'll receive a full safety briefing before launching your kayak into the Atlantic Ocean.

Paddling at a relaxed pace, you’ll explore the spectacular volcanic cliffs and hidden coves around Los Cristianos, an area renowned for its incredible natural beauty and rich marine life. The waters here are home to a resident population of wild bottlenose dolphins, giving you an excellent chance of seeing them during your excursion. As this is their natural habitat, dolphin sightings can never be guaranteed, but encounters are common throughout the year. Every tour is carried out responsibly, ensuring the animals are always respected and never disturbed.

During the tour, you’ll stop in a beautiful sheltered bay where you’ll have the opportunity to snorkel in the clear Atlantic waters. Keep an eye out for loggerhead sea turtles, colourful fish and fascinating volcanic rock formations beneath the surface. All snorkelling equipment is provided, making the experience suitable for beginners and experienced snorkellers alike.

Whether you’re travelling as a couple, family or group of friends, this Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles in Tenerife excursion offers the perfect combination of adventure, wildlife and breathtaking scenery. With professional guides, hotel pickup included and no previous kayaking experience required, it’s one of the best ways to experience Tenerife’s incredible coastline.

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Important information

Duration approximately 3 hours

Hotel pickup included from South Tenerife

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

No previous kayaking experience required

Suitable for beginners

Participants should be confident in the water

Bring swimwear, a towel and sunscreen

Dolphin and turtle sightings cannot be guaranteed as they are wild animals

FAQs

Will we see dolphins and sea turtles?

The coastline around Los Cristianos is one of the best places in Tenerife to observe wild bottlenose dolphins and loggerhead sea turtles in their natural environment. Thanks to the resident dolphin population that lives in the waters between Tenerife and La Gomera, there’s an excellent chance of seeing dolphins during your kayak excursion.

However, it’s important to remember that these are wild animals, not captive animals, and they are free to move wherever they choose. While sightings are very common, they can never be guaranteed. Your guide will always follow responsible wildlife viewing practices, ensuring the animals are respected and never chased or disturbed, allowing you to enjoy an authentic and ethical wildlife experience.

No. This Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles tour is suitable for beginners as well as experienced kayakers. Before entering the water, your guide will provide a full safety briefing and explain the basic paddling techniques you’ll need during the excursion. The stable kayaks are easy to use, making this one of the best outdoor activities in Tenerife for first-time paddlers and families alike.

Your Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles in Tenerife experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off from South Tenerife, a professional guide, kayak, paddle, life jacket, snorkelling equipment and insurance. Everything you need for your adventure is provided, so simply bring your swimwear, towel, sunscreen and a sense of adventure.

Yes. The snorkelling stop takes place in a calm, sheltered bay with excellent water clarity, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced snorkellers. Your guide will be nearby throughout the activity, helping you discover Tenerife’s fascinating underwater world, including colourful fish, volcanic rock formations and, if you’re lucky, loggerhead sea turtles.

Absolutely. The Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles excursion is suitable for couples, families and small groups looking to experience Tenerife’s coastline from a different perspective. Combining kayaking, snorkelling and the possibility of seeing dolphins and sea turtles in the wild, it’s one of the island’s most memorable eco-friendly adventures. Whether you’re looking for wildlife, adventure or simply stunning coastal scenery, this excursion offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

We always do our best to secure the exact excursion you’ve booked. In the unlikely event that the tour operator is unable to confirm your booking, we’ll contact you as soon as possible with the best available alternatives, such as a different departure time, another date or a similar excursion.

If none of these options are suitable, we’ll arrange a full refund immediately.

Our priority is to make booking your Tenerife excursions simple and stress-free. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process and do everything we can to find the best solution for your holiday.

High season: if you are looking to book within the next 24 hours, please contact us on WhatsApp for live availability.

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FAQs

Will we see dolphins and sea turtles?

The coastline around Los Cristianos is one of the best places in Tenerife to observe wild bottlenose dolphins and loggerhead sea turtles in their natural environment. Thanks to the resident dolphin population that lives in the waters between Tenerife and La Gomera, there’s an excellent chance of seeing dolphins during your kayak excursion.

However, it’s important to remember that these are wild animals, not captive animals, and they are free to move wherever they choose. While sightings are very common, they can never be guaranteed. Your guide will always follow responsible wildlife viewing practices, ensuring the animals are respected and never chased or disturbed, allowing you to enjoy an authentic and ethical wildlife experience.

No. This Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles tour is suitable for beginners as well as experienced kayakers. Before entering the water, your guide will provide a full safety briefing and explain the basic paddling techniques you’ll need during the excursion. The stable kayaks are easy to use, making this one of the best outdoor activities in Tenerife for first-time paddlers and families alike.

Your Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles in Tenerife experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off from South Tenerife, a professional guide, kayak, paddle, life jacket, snorkelling equipment and insurance. Everything you need for your adventure is provided, so simply bring your swimwear, towel, sunscreen and a sense of adventure.

Yes. The snorkelling stop takes place in a calm, sheltered bay with excellent water clarity, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced snorkellers. Your guide will be nearby throughout the activity, helping you discover Tenerife’s fascinating underwater world, including colourful fish, volcanic rock formations and, if you’re lucky, loggerhead sea turtles.

Absolutely. The Kayak & Snorkel with Turtles excursion is suitable for couples, families and small groups looking to experience Tenerife’s coastline from a different perspective. Combining kayaking, snorkelling and the possibility of seeing dolphins and sea turtles in the wild, it’s one of the island’s most memorable eco-friendly adventures. Whether you’re looking for wildlife, adventure or simply stunning coastal scenery, this excursion offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

We always do our best to secure the exact excursion you’ve booked. In the unlikely event that the tour operator is unable to confirm your booking, we’ll contact you as soon as possible with the best available alternatives, such as a different departure time, another date or a similar excursion.

If none of these options are suitable, we’ll arrange a full refund immediately.

Our priority is to make booking your Tenerife excursions simple and stress-free. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process and do everything we can to find the best solution for your holiday.

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