TENERIFE
Tenerife’s best days out.
The 15 most popular snorkeling tours on Tenerife: what each trip includes, what it costs, how long it runs and who operates it. The days worth planning around, picked from across the island.
Kayak safari from Los Cristianos with sea turtles, dolphins, and sea-cave snorkeling. Photos included. 3 to 3.5 hours.
Most Popular“Guide was brilliant, she was very knowledgeable and helpful. Saw Dolphins! Would go again with this team.”
Two-hour Tenerife snorkeling safari in a turtle habitat with speedboat coast views, beginner-friendly guidance, and gear included. From $41.
“It was an amazing experience. Very reasonably priced. The staff, especially Ale were so nice and accommodating. They made us feel safe and comfortable every step of the way. Ale was lovely and explained everything very clearly. As this was our first time trying something like this, an instructor with her patience made it so…”
Snorkel Tenerife’s marine protected reefs from Abades. 2 hours, full wetsuits, small groups, and free photos—sea turtles possible.
“We had an exceptional time and would highly recommend this tour! Rafaella and Ron were so welcoming and took such care to ensure everyone felt confident and safe in the water. We got lots of photos and videos sent to us afterwards which was really appreciated and a great way to remember the experience. Thank…”
3-hour small-group sail in Tenerife’s Costa Adeje: whale and dolphin spotting, snorkeling, and snacks onboard on the Roulette from $68.
“My husband, toddler daughter and I had a fantastic trip last week, brilliant knowledgeable captain Salvador and we felt so well looked after! We saw pilot whales, several turtles and a dolphin, which was a fantastic experience while we were served drinks like cava and beer, along with snacks. We stopped for swimming and snorkelling…”
Luxury yacht whale watching in Tenerife with small-group service, tapas and unlimited drinks, plus snorkeling in a secluded bay.
“Amazing experience and a brilliant vibe! Mihail was such a great host — highly recommend to everyone.”
Guided snorkeling off Playa Abades in Tenerife with wetsuits, small-group coaching, and free photos and videos, for $35 and about 2 hours.
“We got to see a sea turtle which was a first for us, we loved it! Is wasnt at all difficult to keep up with our guide, even tho im pretty out of shape.”
Kayak from Los Cristianos to Palm-Mar and snorkel for turtles and fish with marine wildlife. $53, guided, 2 hours.
“under great guidance of Vesco we spotted 5 dolphins during the kayaking after which we got to swim with two lovely big turtles. Vesco was lovely and very helpful. We can really recommend this trip!”
Tenerife speedboat snorkeling at El Palm-Mar turtle habitat with gear, water, and dolphin-farm passes, in small English groups.
“I had never been on a speedboat before or worn a wet suit. It was nice seeing the coast from the sea. The organisation was great and guys were super friendly and helpful but no turtles well they can't guarantee wild animals but the snorkeling area had very few fish to see either.”
Spot pilot whales and dolphins on a small yacht from Puerto Colón, then swim and snorkel at Playa del Puertito for turtles and fish.
“Our guide was great! We got free drinks, sandwiches, and potato chips. We got to see whales and we stopped in area to swim and snorkel. The snorkel gear wasn’t the best but we worked with it!! Highly recommend for the price.”
Half-day Tenerife snorkeling in Abades Bay with small groups, gear, safety briefing, and guided plus free swim time.
“Amazing people! Amazing instructors! Highly recommend”
Kayak from Los Cristianos to PalmMar rocks, then snorkel for sea turtles and fish. Small group, guided, pickup options from South Tenerife.
“You need to be a wee bit for this activity. We did it on a calm day and I was knackered after it. We saw dolphins and a few turtles.”
Kayak and snorkel off Los Cristianos in Tenerife for $32. Teide views, sea turtles, dolphins, sea caves, and included photos.
“We were a group of four friends, and the experience felt really intimate and personal — especially for the price. It was honestly one of the best things I did in Tenerife, right up there with Siam Park. I highly recommend booking your kayak tour with Jonathan. He’s kind, professional, and nothing like the big…”
Kayak Tenerife’s volcanic coast from Los Cristianos, with turtles on the snorkel, cave views, and possible dolphins, plus gear and photos.
“A great experience kayaking with the most amazing scenery. Sadly the snorkeling was cancelled due to rough seas, but we completely agreed with the decision and the kayaking was enough to make the trip worth while.”
Paddle Tenerife by kayak from La Arenita, then snorkel in Costa Adeje waters for marine life spotting, swims, and guided wildlife viewing.
“Giuda simpaticissima e preparato su tutte le lingue. Esperienza divertente anche con i bambini. Consiglio davvero questa attività sia per il panorama roccioso che per i pesci e tartarughe avvistati.”
Kayak Los Cristianos in Tenerife, then snorkel clear Atlantic water for dolphins and sea turtles with small-group comfort and gear included.
“We had a fabulous kayak excursion with Juju, Manuel, and the whole team! Juju and his partner are a wonderful couple; organized, passionate, and a perfect pair to run such a smooth, welcoming experience. Our guide Manuel was fantastic truly born for the sea, he shared his knowledge with genuine care and made everyone feel…”
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