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The 15 Best Snorkelling Trips in Tenerife

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Green turtles feed in the shallows off the south coast and are used to swimmers. The 15 below cover the kayak-and-snorkel mornings and the boat trips, priced, timed and clear on what gear comes with it.

Tenerife: Kayak and Snorkel with Turtles, Wetsuits Included - Snorkeling in a bay reached only by water
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Tenerife: Kayak and Snorkel with Turtles, Wetsuits Included

1.Kayak and Snorkel with Turtles, Wetsuits Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,215 reviews · from $35Our pick

Paddle from Playa de Los Cristianos with guides such as Carlos, Barbara, Gonza, and David, watching for dolphins and turtles before snorkeling in a boat-only bay. Kayaks, short wetsuits, equipment, photos, insurance, and multilingual instruction are included. Swimming ability is required.

“We had such an amazing day. Our guide was David, he was so calm and clear with instructions it felt so easy and safe (even though it was our first time kayaking). Unfortunately we did not see turtles this time which is just the way it goes, but even so, the trip itself is more than enough. I really enjoyed the snorkelling part, and saw some fish :). What a special memory to keep, and such great value for money. David took some wonderful photos, I also kept my phone with me in a water proof case but that is up to you as it’s your responsibility if you lose…”

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Tenerife: Kayak Safari and Sea Turtle Snorkeling with Photos - What the first hour on the water feels like
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Tenerife: Kayak Safari and Sea Turtle Snorkeling with Photos

2.Kayak Safari and Sea Turtle Snorkeling with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,028 reviews · from $29Best value

Paddle from Los Cristianos toward the protected Guaza cliffs, stopping at a sea cave and a sheltered snorkeling spot. Guides including José, Joseph, Irina, and Manuel help beginners manage the kayak and watch for turtles, dolphins, and fish. Photos, videos, equipment, insurance, and a private-group option are included.

“Highly reccomend saw turtles and dolphins and seen alot off fish also kayaking was not difficult”

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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit - Watching dolphins in their natural environment
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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

3.Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,411 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $42

Set out from Los Cristianos with Xplore Tenerife for about three hours of sea kayaking, snorkeling, and wildlife watching. Guides such as Bea, Max, Jessica, Mario, and Coco lead beginners along the coast beneath the Guaza Mountains. Wetsuits, kayaks, photos, and videos are included.

“The experience is awesome! Everything is organised, stuff provided the full support! Bea was just the best! Very friendly, and very professional! Her approach to the work is really something - she approaches marine life with wisdom and respect! I trusted her from the very beginning and the whole adventure was fantastic for me:) Thank you Bea!!!!”

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Tenerife: Beginners Scuba Dive Experience in Turtle Area - The 30-minute safety briefing
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Tenerife: Beginners Scuba Dive Experience in Turtle Area

4.Beginners Scuba Dive Experience in Turtle Area

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,347 reviews · from $85

Meet the Travel Sub team at Puerto Colón for a 3-hour introduction to scuba in Costa Adeje. You’ll learn with a PADI instructor, reach up to 12 meters, snorkel near turtles and fish, and ride a speedboat along Tenerife’s coast. Instructors including Ruben, Romana, Max, and Dave are praised for calm, patient coaching.

“Such a surreal experience. Parking was available at the pier (paid parking). There were changing rooms/toilet facilities and I wear a headscarf so the team were accommodating in giving me a scarf alternative. We had a briefing in groups and then went off onto the speed boat. The views were AMAZING (and very salty from the water!). Because it was my first time, we were closer to the oceanbed , with those more confident further out. It says it’s 1 instructor with 2 staff but thankfully we had 1:1 which was needed! I became quite panicky as I got into the water but my instructor (Reuben) was SO patient and…”

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Tenerife: Snorkeling Trip in a Turtle Habitat - Arriving at Puerto Colón
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Tenerife: Snorkeling Trip in a Turtle Habitat

5.Snorkeling Trip in a Turtle Habitat

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 1,311 reviews · from $41

Set out from Puerto Colón with Travel Sub’s multilingual team for a 15-minute speedboat ride, a 50-minute snorkel, and a return coast cruise. Guides including Fabi, Ale, Max, Julia, and Naty help beginners feel safe while you look for turtles, fish, rays, dolphins, and more.

“Nice Trip, we didn‘t See any turtle today, but i guess that‘s nature. We Seen some Dolphins on the way out and Back, so Captain did stop the boat both times to watch them, nice one. Snorkeling was nice as well. Staff and Crew were very frendly and helpfull. Small group. Would do it again, it‘s worth it.”

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Los Cristianos: Kayak and Snorkel with Turtles and Photos - Meeting at Shaka Surf in Los Cristianos
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Los Cristianos: Kayak and Snorkel with Turtles and Photos

6.Kayak and Snorkel with Turtles and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,181 reviews · from $34

Paddle from Los Cristianos with guides such as Gabriel, Caroline, Liam, or Karolien, stopping to snorkel near volcanic caves. You may see turtles, dolphins, fish, stingrays, and crabs. The 3-hour trip includes gear, photos, lockers, showers, water, and a snack.

“Gabriël was a very good tour guide. Sadly we did not get a chance to see turtles or dolphins, but we still had a lot of fun.”

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Tenerife: Snorkeling Tour in a Marine Protected Area - Meeting Raffaella and Ron at the beach
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Tenerife: Snorkeling Tour in a Marine Protected Area

7.Snorkeling Tour in a Marine Protected Area

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 636 reviews · 2 hours · from $45

Meet Raffaella and Ron at Abades beach for a small-group snorkel in calm, protected waters. You’ll receive a full wetsuit and quality gear, a safety briefing, 50 minutes in the water, wildlife guidance, and free underwater photos and videos.

“We had an amazing time snorkelling. Raffaella Ron were amazing hosts making us feel so welcome. It was our first time snorkelling but they helped us with everything. We saw a sea turtle and many other sea life. Would definitely recommend if you’re in Tenerife.”

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Tenerife: Beginner's Dive at a Spot with Turtle Sightings - The 15-minute speedboat ride along Tenerife’s coast
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Tenerife: Beginner’s Dive at a Spot with Turtle Sightings

8.Beginner’s Dive at a Spot with Turtle Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 627 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

From Puerto Colón, you receive a 30-minute safety lesson, gear fitting, and close guidance from a certified instructor before a 15-minute speedboat ride to a sheltered bay. Expect a 45-minute underwater session at no more than 10 meters, with snorkeling possible and sea turtles only a chance, not a promise.

“We had an incredible experience! It was our first time diving, and the team made us feel completely at ease from the start. Everything was really well-organised and easy to follow. One of the big highlights was how close the dive site was – no long, tiring boat rides like I’ve had in the past. The dive itself was unforgettable, and we got to see some fascinating marine life up close. I’d highly recommend this to anyone visiting Tenerife!”

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Tenerife: Sailboat Tour with Food and Snorkeling - Meeting the crew at Puerto Colón
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Tenerife: Sailboat Tour with Food and Snorkeling

9.Sailboat Tour with Food and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 621 reviews · from $68

Sail from Puerto Colón aboard the 12-meter Roulette, a small yacht limited to 10 passengers. The crew, including captains such as Salvador and Rafa, looks for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds, then stops for swimming and snorkeling with sandwiches, cake, and drinks onboard.

“Excellent trip, saw dolphins and turtles, lovely swim and lunch and drinks provided. The guide was super .. very lovely.”

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Tenerife First Time Scuba Dive – Turtle Habitat, Small Groups - The boat ride to the coastal site
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Tenerife First Time Scuba Dive – Turtle Habitat, Small Groups

10.Tenerife First Time Scuba Dive – Turtle Habitat, Small Groups

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 456 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Meet at Puerto Colón for a short classroom lesson, gear fitting, boat ride, and a 25 to 30 minute underwater session to 7 meters. Instructors such as Romana, Toby, Martin, and Francesco are praised for patient, personal help. You also get 30 minutes of snorkeling, bottled water, insurance, and use of a shower afterward.

“Scuba Diving had always been something I've wanted to do, so while on holiday in Tenerife, I decided to book this trip with a friend. All the staff were very friendly, especially Alberto who explained all the safety details to us and our instructor Ruben who dived with us. He was very helpful and patient as we settled into the gear and the water and constantly made sure we were both okay. Saw some amazing sealife and got some incredible pictures and videos emailed to us. Highly recommend and I'd love to come back to get certified! Thank you all!”

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Abades: Guided Snorkeling Tour with Photos - The turtle question, with realistic expectations
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Abades: Guided Snorkeling Tour with Photos

11.Abades: Guided Snorkeling Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 344 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Meet Natalie, Andre, or another instructor at Restaurant Magilu for a two-hour snorkeling trip at Playa Abades. You get a wetsuit, equipment, patient guidance, and free underwater photos and videos. The calm beach suits families and nervous swimmers, though turtles are never guaranteed.

“Excellent communication from the guides - very friendly and thorough. Equipment was good. Underwater views were amazing. No sea turtles today, but that is uncontrollable. However we did see a ray and many beautiful fish. I highly recommend this tour 🤿🐠”

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Tenerife: Kayak and snorkel with marine life safari - Guides make the biggest difference
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Tenerife: Kayak and snorkel with marine life safari

12.Kayak and snorkel with marine life safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $42Top rated

Set out from Los Cristianos with MANA KAYAK for a three-hour sea outing along Tenerife’s cliffs. Guides such as Moses, Max, Didi, and Mana teach paddling, lead the snorkeling stop, and look for dolphins and turtles. The group is capped at 12, with equipment, snacks, juice, and insurance included.

“The activity was cancelled due to weather conditions and we could not join another time so they easily offer us full refund and they were very friendly and nice. I wished that we could have gone with them but hopefull next time.”

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Kayak Safari with Dolphin and Turtle Watching in Guaza - What the three-hour route feels like
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Kayak Safari with Dolphin and Turtle Watching in Guaza

13.Kayak Safari with Dolphin and Turtle Watching in Guaza

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 284 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $45

Paddle for about three hours along Tenerife’s Guaza coast with a guide leading the way to dolphin and turtle areas, Palmar Cave, and snorkeling spots. Joel, Luka, Joey, and Casper are among the guides associated with this experience. Kayaks, snorkel gear, and buoyancy vests are included.

“Good trip + experience but very poor facilities, no private changing had to get changed on the street for the money just a disappointment before and after the actual activity”

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Los Cristianos: Kayaking and Snorkeling with Marine Wildlife - The Palm-Mar snorkeling stop
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Los Cristianos: Kayaking and Snorkeling with Marine Wildlife

14.Kayaking and Snorkeling with Marine Wildlife

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 210 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Paddle from Los Cristianos to Palm-Mar with a multilingual guide, then spend about 30 minutes snorkeling near marine life. Guides such as Val, Chris, and Andrew have earned praise for calm, friendly help. Hotel pickup, equipment, insurance, and life jackets are included.

“Super fun, we have saw a seaturtle. The guide was relaxed and Nice. We laughed a lot.”

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Tenerife Snorkeling Tour in turtle habitat - Guides who make nervous swimmers feel safe
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Tenerife Snorkeling Tour in turtle habitat

15.Tenerife Snorkeling Tour in turtle habitat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 168 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Set out from Costa Adeje in a small speedboat for a guided snorkel at El Palm-mar. Your 10-person group gets wetsuits, fins, mask, tube, water, and shore-side support. Turtles are possible, not promised, and dolphins may appear near the fishing farms on the return.

“Sadly we haven't seen any gutles but the crew gave it's best so that we had a very good time and it was so much fun to snorkel in the water”

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