TENERIFE
Tenerife’s best days out.
The 13 most popular turtle snorkeling & diving 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.
Tenerife kayak and snorkel trip with wetsuits, photos, and wild turtle and dolphin watching in calm, eco-friendly conditions.
Most Popular“Carlos is amazing guide, very friendly and calm. We saw turtles and dolphines.”
Kayak safari from Los Cristianos with sea turtles, dolphins, and sea-cave snorkeling. Photos included. 3 to 3.5 hours.
“Our guide Allisia was super knowledgeable and friendly. we got to see dolphins jumping out of the sea, was an amazing time.”
Paddle Tenerife’s west coast for wild dolphins and turtles, then snorkel with a wetsuit in clear water near Los Cristianos.
“Not an very easy activity - be ready it will take 2,5-3 hrs. Jessica was our guide - very nice one! We saw only dolphins, turtles decided to rest this time. But anyways it is amazing experience. Of course all depends on weather but suggest to try.”
Beginner scuba and snorkeling in Costa Adeje’s turtle area with a PADI instructor, boat ride, max 12m depth, from $85.
“Super fun crew, relaxed but they brief you properly on the safety critical things. They took us seriously when we had some issues adjusting to the depth on the way down (we were complete beginners). Cannot recommend these guys enough! Thank you so much, great experience”
Two-hour Tenerife snorkeling safari in a turtle habitat with speedboat coast views, beginner-friendly guidance, and gear included. From $41.
“We had the best time. 6 months on and my daughter (13) still talks about how this was her favourite part of our holiday (better than the water park, quad bikes and jet ski’s!). The guides were all so lovely, we felt so safe Couldn’t fault the experience was magical. Thank you!”
Kayak and snorkel off Los Cristianos on Tenerife. Swim with turtles, search for dolphins, and get free underwater photos for $34.
“Absolutely fabulous experience, our tour guide was very kind, informative and hilarious. Amazing value for money. Photos turned out great. Highly recommend”
Beginner-friendly first-time Tenerife scuba experience with a short boat ride, top-notch instructors, and real chances of sea turtle sightings.
First-time scuba intro at Puerto Colón, Tenerife: small groups, PADI safety briefing, equipment included, snorkel time, and turtle habitat chances.
“The stuff was very nice even from beginning. The instructor was funny and the crew created a nice atmosphere! It was the first time diving for both of us and it was very nice and fun. Very safe too! I am a little bit disappointed because we didn’t see any turtles 🥲”
Kayak along Guaza in Tenerife with snorkeling gear included, plus chances to spot dolphins, turtles, and the Cave of Palmar.
“We had an amazing time kayaking around the coast, we saw multiple dolphins! Unfortunately we did not see any turtles but with the nature of this trip being in the wild, we knew that was a chance we were willing to take. Saw loads and loads of interesting fish snorkelling, the tour guide was extremely…”
Tenerife speedboat snorkeling at El Palm-Mar turtle habitat with gear, water, and dolphin-farm passes, in small English groups.
“The snorkeling place was a little hard to find, but once we found it, everything was great. Max and the captain were amazing. They brought us out on a little speedboat and took us to the cove where we saw many fish, dolphins with babies and one turtle.! Max was such a pleasure!! The whole…”
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 for turtles and possible dolphins, plus Guaza cliffs, Palm Mar Cave snorkeling, and guide photos included.
“This was a once in a lifetime experience and we were so lucky with the conditions! José and Alejandro were amazing guides and made it a wonderful experience. We saw so many dolphins and crabs and got to snorkel with turtles and fish. Due to the weather on the day we were meant to go,…”
Try scuba in Tenerife’s turtle waters from Costa Adeje. Small group, one-on-one coaching, equipment and insurance included.
“First time scuba diving with my husband and we loved every minute of it thank you.”
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