Costa Adeje: Private Yacht Trip with Watersports and Slides

The best thing about the Gulliver Fun Yacht is that it turns a boat trip into a floating water park. You get a slide, water bike, kayak, paddleboard, snorkelling gear, and an underwater scooter, along with a meal and drinks. It is a particularly strong choice for families who want more than a short sightseeing cruise.

I like the private group format, since your party of up to 12 has the boat to itself. I also like the crew’s practical attitude: when strong wind stopped one family from using the water equipment, the staff rearranged the outing for a safer day. The main consideration is space. Twelve people can fit, but a smaller group of two to eight will have more room to sunbathe and move around.

Key points to know before booking

• A floating playground: The waterslide, water bike, kayak, SUP board, snorkelling gear, and underwater scooter are included.
• A 20-meter private yacht: The Gulliver leaves from Puerto Colón and carries up to 12 people.
• A family-friendly route: You spend about 1.5 hours around Los Cristianos, with time for swimming, food, water sports, and coastal views.
• Food and drinks are included: Expect Canarian rice, roast chicken, potatoes, salad, bread, snacks, soft drinks, water, beer, white wine, and cava.
• Weather affects the fun: Strong wind or rough conditions can prevent use of the slide and water equipment, though the crew may rearrange the trip.
• Best for active groups: Children and teenagers get plenty to do, while adults can enjoy the boat, food, drinks, and coastal scenery.

A private yacht built for play, not ceremony

The Gulliver Fun Yacht is a 20-meter boat with an older, traditional feel rather than the polished look of a brand-new luxury charter. That is worth knowing before you pay for it. You are not booking a silent, formal cruise with white-glove service. You are booking a large, comfortable platform for swimming, eating, and playing in the sea.

That distinction is useful. The yacht’s appeal comes from its equipment and layout. You can move between the deck, seating areas, and water activities without the outing feeling like a simple boat ride. The crew handles the practical side, explains the activities, serves the food, and keeps the day moving.

With a maximum of 12 people, the boat feels much more personal than a large shared excursion. At full capacity, you should expect less space for everyone to stretch out in the sun. A party of seven will have a better balance between company and elbow room, while a couple or small family will have plenty of room to settle in.

The live guide service is available in Spanish, English, and Italian. No individual crew names are provided, but professional staff are part of the experience, and the crew’s willingness to rearrange a wind-affected trip is a useful sign of sensible operations.

From Puerto Colón to the southern coast

You meet at Puerto Colón, Gate 13, in Costa Adeje. This is the only departure point given for the Gulliver, so check your route to the marina before the day begins. The experience lasts at least 3.5 hours, making it easy to fit into a day in southern Tenerife without consuming your entire schedule.

After a safety briefing, the yacht heads along the coast toward the Los Cristianos area. The route includes scenic views, coastal sightseeing, and wildlife viewing. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but one family had the pleasure of seeing dolphins during the cruise. Keep your camera ready, but treat wildlife as a bonus rather than the main reason to book.

The cruise portion gives you a chance to enjoy Tenerife from the water. The southern coast looks different from a boat than it does from roads and promenades. You can see coves, cliffs, beaches, and the curve of the shoreline without dealing with traffic or crowds on land.

The boat may also visit the Acuatic Cave of Palm Mar, as part of the route described for the Gulliver. This coastal stop adds variety to the outing, though the supplied information does not specify how long the yacht remains there or whether swimming is always possible. Conditions at sea will shape the exact order and length of stops.

Playa de las Vistas and the main water session

The main activity period takes place around Playa de las Vistas, where you can use the equipment carried on board. This is the heart of the experience. If you have children or teenagers in your group, they are unlikely to run out of things to try quickly.

The waterslide provides the clearest burst of fun. You climb up, slide into the sea, and then return to the boat to do it again. It is simple, physical, and easy to understand, which is exactly why it works well for a mixed-age family.

The water bike offers another way to move around without swimming continuously. A kayak and paddleboard provide slower options for people who want to explore at their own pace. You can also snorkel from the boat with the included equipment, and the underwater scooter adds a more unusual way to look around below the surface.

The phrase water activities covers a lot here, but the practical point is that you can switch activities rather than waiting for a single scheduled attraction. One person can use the slide while another paddles, snorkels, or relaxes on deck. That flexibility makes the private format valuable.

The exact experience depends on the sea. Strong wind can prevent the crew from setting out the equipment, even if the boat leaves the harbor. One family’s original trip was changed because the conditions were too rough for safe swimming and sliding. The staff still attempted to assess the situation, then moved the outing to another day. If the water sports are your main reason for booking, keep some flexibility in your Tenerife schedule.

You should bring a beach towel, hat, and sunscreen. These are not minor extras. You will be outside for much of the trip, and the water session means you will want a dry towel afterward. The information provided does not state that towels are supplied, so bring your own.

What lunch and drinks are really like

The meal is a straightforward Canarian-style spread rather than a gourmet yacht lunch. You receive vegetarian rice, roast chicken, potatoes, salad, bread, and snacks. One particularly favorable account praised the rice and described the meal as chicken, rice, potatoes, salad, and bread.

That is a sensible menu for a half-day on the water. It is filling, familiar, and easy to serve to a group with different tastes. The vegetarian rice offers an option beyond meat, but the available information does not give a full list of dietary substitutions. If you have allergies or strict dietary needs, ask before booking.

Drinks include water, Coca-Cola, Fanta lemon and orange, beer, white wine, and cava. The drinks are unlimited during the trip, which adds real value to the package. You do not need to keep buying individual refreshments while you are on board.

Alcohol is included, but remember that you may also be swimming, paddling, using the slide, or riding the underwater scooter. Keep your drinking moderate until the active part of the day is over. The boat is designed for fun, but the sea still demands attention.

Snacks are also included. The exact snacks are not specified, so do not book this expecting a detailed tasting menu. Think of the food as a generous, practical meal that helps make the yacht trip self-contained.

How the private format changes the value

The price is $1,048 for the whole group, up to 12 people, not per person. That makes the arithmetic important.

At 12 people, the cost works out to about $87 per person. At seven people, it is about $150 per person. For a couple, the total becomes $524 each, which is much harder to justify unless you specifically want a private yacht and a full collection of water activities.

This is a strong value for a larger family or group of friends. You are paying for private use of the boat, a professional crew, food, drinks, and several activities that would otherwise require separate rentals or bookings. The package also removes the usual worry about who gets access to which equipment.

The best group size may be six to eight people. You have enough people to share the fixed cost, but not so many that the deck feels crowded. Twelve is useful for a large family, though the available space for sunbathing will be tighter.

At full capacity, the boat’s equipment still gives everyone choices. You may not all use the same activity at the same time, and that is part of the appeal. The outing works best when your group is happy to take turns, share space, and enjoy the boat together.

A good match for children and teenagers

Families are the clearest audience for this trip. Children can use the slide, paddle, snorkel, and water bike, while teenagers have enough variety to avoid the common problem of getting bored after one swim.

The family accounts also suggest that the crew takes time to explain how things work. That matters when a group includes younger children who need clear instructions before using the equipment. The experience is active, but it is not presented as a technical watersports lesson.

You should still consider your children’s swimming confidence. The listed activities take place on or in the sea, and the available details do not specify age limits, flotation devices, or individual supervision arrangements. Ask the provider directly about any child who is a weak swimmer or has special needs.

Adults do not have to take part in every activity. You can eat, enjoy a drink, watch the coast, or take photographs while other members of your group use the equipment. That balance is one reason the boat works better for families than a tightly scheduled watersports session.

What may disappoint you

This is not the right choice if you want a quiet, elegant sailing experience. The slide, speaker, water sports, and family focus create an upbeat atmosphere. A family group enjoyed being able to play music through the onboard speaker, but that same feature may not appeal if you prefer silence and gentle sailing.

The food is substantial but basic. You receive a proper lunch, though you should not expect restaurant-level cooking or a wide choice of dishes. The drink selection is generous, but the information does not mention cocktails or premium spirits.

Weather is the biggest practical risk. Wind can stop you from swimming and using the equipment, even if the yacht can technically leave the marina. The crew may offer another date, as happened for one group, but a rescheduled trip is only helpful if you have room in your holiday plan.

The older boat may also matter to some people. The Gulliver is described as comfortable and well suited to families, but not new. If a modern yacht with sleek fittings is important to you, inspect your expectations before booking.

Who should book the Gulliver?

I would choose this for a large family, a birthday group, or friends who want a private day on the water with plenty of activity. It is especially good when different people want different things: children can use the slide, active adults can kayak or snorkel, and others can sit down with lunch and a drink.

I would be more cautious about recommending it to a couple or a small group of adults seeking a romantic cruise. The fixed price becomes expensive with only two or three people, and the family-friendly water-park character may not be the mood you want.

It also suits people who value convenience. Food, drinks, equipment, and crew are included, so you do not have to arrange several separate parts of the day. The private setting means you can spend the time with your own group rather than sharing a schedule with a large crowd.

The experience has a perfect overall rating from 18 reviews, with especially strong praise for the staff, the range of activities, the family appeal, and the relaxed supply of food and drinks. That does not remove the weather risk or make the meal luxurious, but it points to a package that delivers what it promises.

Booking details worth keeping in mind

You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which is helpful if you are still shaping your Tenerife schedule.

The trip is listed as wheelchair accessible, though the available information does not explain how access works for boarding, the deck, or the water activities. If you use a wheelchair, contact the provider before booking to confirm the arrangements that apply to your needs.

The meeting point is Tenerife Boats, Puerto Colón, Gate 13. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a towel. Also allow enough time to find the correct gate, since the meeting point is specific.

Should you book this yacht trip?

Book it if your group wants a private, activity-filled half-day rather than a quiet cruise. The combination of a waterslide, underwater scooter, kayak, SUP, water bike, snorkelling, lunch, and unlimited drinks is unusually broad for one outing.

For the best value, share the cost among at least six people. Families with children and teenagers will get the most from the equipment, while adults can enjoy the boat and meal without needing to take part in every water activity.

Skip it if you want a polished luxury yacht, a gourmet meal, or guaranteed calm water. For everyone else, especially a group looking for easy fun on Tenerife’s southern coast, the Gulliver offers a full and flexible day at sea.

FAQ

Where does the yacht trip depart from?

The trip departs from Puerto Colón, at Gate 13, with Tenerife Boats.

How long does the experience last?

The yacht trip lasts 3.5 hours.

How many people can join the private group?

The Gulliver Fun Yacht can accommodate up to 12 people in a private group.

What water activities are included?

Included activities are the waterslide, water bike, stand-up paddleboard, kayak, snorkelling equipment, and underwater scooter.

What food and drinks are included?

Food includes vegetarian rice, roast chicken, potatoes, salad, bread, and snacks. Drinks include water, Coca-Cola, Fanta lemon and orange, beer, white wine, and cava.

Is the trip available in English?

Yes. Live guidance is available in Spanish, English, and Italian.