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Top Things to Do in Canary Islands
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Gran Canaria: Small Group Boat Tour & Snorkeling with LunchYou’ll drift along Gran Canaria’s southern coast in a small group boat tour from Puerto Rico to Mogan, stopping for snorkeling in hidden coves and trying paddle surf if you’re up for it. Share homemade Canarian food and sangria with locals on board—there’s time to swim or just breathe in the view. It’s relaxed, personal, and leaves you wanting more salt on your skin.
Tenerife: Whale Watching & Los Gigantes Catamaran with LunchYou spend five hours on a catamaran watching whales and dolphins off Tenerife's south coast, swim in the bay at Masca, and eat lunch with wine on the deck overlooking Los Gigantes cliffs. The crew handles navigation and commentary, and all food and drinks are included. Plan for a full morning or afternoon out on the water, with the return timed so you're back at the port by early evening.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see whales off Tenerife without arranging a boat or worrying about what to bring — the crew, the food and the route are all handled. Expect a full morning or afternoon on the water with other travelers; the boat holds up to forty people, and the pace is set by where the whales are that day, not by a fixed schedule.
Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching with Los Gigantes Cliffs SwimYou board a solar catamaran and spend five hours on Tenerife's south coast watching for whales and dolphins with a silent engine approach, swimming in Masca Bay's clear water, and eating onboard meals. The boat passes Los Gigantes cliffs, uses deck speakers so you hear the mammals, and returns you by late afternoon. Small groups, all inclusions covered.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to spend a full morning and afternoon on the water without arranging their own boat or worrying about meals — the five hours let you search properly, swim, and eat without rushing back to shore. Families with infants and young children can join, though the length works best if kids are comfortable on a boat.
Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching Yacht Tour Small GroupYou’ll join a small group aboard an Italian-style yacht off southern Tenerife for whale and dolphin watching with marine guides who really know these waters. Expect close-up moments with wildlife (if they’re feeling social), fresh fruit and cold drinks on deck, plus a chance to help collect ocean litter as you go — it’s laid-back but unexpectedly moving.
Lanzarote: Salinas de Janubio Salt Tour & TastingYou walk through Lanzarote's only working salt flats for 90 minutes with a guide who knows the family history and the hydraulic system that keeps it running. You see the cookers, extraction pools, and mills that pull seawater up from below, then taste Flor de Sal and other salt products in the family bodega. The whole experience is on foot and moves at a pace that lets you absorb how the landscape, the sea, and the volcano all fit together.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to understand how something is actually made instead of just reading about it—the tour shows you the whole process from seawater to salt, and the tasting at the end proves the point.
Lanzarote Buggy Tour Costa Teguise: Self-Drive Volcanic RouteYou drive your own buggy for two hours through northern Lanzarote's volcanic terrain in a guided convoy, stopping at landmarks like the Tinamala quarry. The tour includes goggles and bottled water, departs from Costa Teguise, and follows an exclusive route through Guatiza, El Mojon, Teseguite and Las Nieves. A valid driving licence with at least two years experience is required to book.Is it for me?Right for anyone with a valid driving licence who wants to explore Lanzarote's volcanic landscape under their own control rather than as a passenger — the self-drive format is what makes the terrain feel immediate instead of observed.
Lobos Island Sailing Tour: Catamaran, Snorkel & Paella LunchYou’ll sail from Corralejo to Lobos Island by catamaran with a local guide, snorkel at Playa de la Concha, try kayaking or paddleboarding if you want, then share seafood paella with drinks on deck before cruising past old lighthouses and volcanic views. It’s one of those days where you end up sun-warmed and smiling without really meaning to.
Lanzarote: Timanfaya, Jameos del Agua & Cueva Verdes Day TourYou’ll walk Lanzarote’s volcanic ground at Timanfaya, watch geysers burst skyward, explore ancient tunnels in Cueva de los Verdes, then spot rare albino crabs at Jameos del Agua—all with local pickup included. Expect moments of awe and quiet surprise you’ll carry home long after.
Gran Canaria: Ron Arehucas Distillery Tour & Rum TastingYou walk through the production process from aging cellar to bottling plant, taste three award-winning rums, and learn the history of rum-making in the Canary Islands. The whole experience takes about an hour, includes a proper tasting (not a sample), and ends with the option to buy. Bring your printed ticket.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand how rum is actually made without arranging transport or finding the distillery yourself—the guided format means you get the story and the tasting in sequence, and the fixed one-hour length fits easily into a morning or afternoon in Gran Canaria.
Fuerteventura Surf Beginner Course: Learn to Ride Foam WavesYou get four hours including transport, with 90 minutes to two hours actually in the water learning to paddle, pop up, and ride foam waves in a small group. Equipment and pickup are handled. The beach is chosen on the day based on conditions, so you're always learning in the safest, most forgiving setup available.Is it for me?Right for anyone who's never surfed or tried it briefly and wants to build real skills in a safe, small-group setting. Expect to spend four hours total, with about two of those in the water learning the fundamentals—that's what lets the instructor watch you closely and adjust the pace to what you're actually ready for.
Lanzarote Surf Lessons Famara: 4-Hour Class for All LevelsYou arrive at 9:15, spend an hour learning on the sand, then get four hours of instruction in the water with equipment and a guide who corrects your form in real time. The break at noon gives you a chance to recover before the second push. You leave at 2:30 with transport back to the school included, ready to sleep.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to learn surfing in one morning without renting gear separately or figuring out the ocean on their own. The four-hour format means you get real instruction and practice time, not a rushed introduction—plan to be tired and hungry by the end, which is exactly what makes the learning stick.
Tenerife: Private Whale Watching Tour with Biologist & PhotosYou’ll join a small group for private whale watching in Tenerife with a local marine biologist—listen to whales underwater, spot dolphins near Costa Adeje, and receive wildlife photos after your trip. Expect honest conversation, gentle approaches to wildlife, and unexpected moments that stick with you long after you’re back on shore.
Gran Canaria Sailing & Snorkeling: Helm a Yacht, Small GroupsYou board a 14-ton yacht at Puerto de Mogán and either take a turn at the helm or relax while the crew handles the sails. The boat anchors in a quiet bay where you snorkel, swim, or rest before a vegetarian lunch with wine and soft drinks. Hotel pickup and all gear are included; the trip runs 4 hours with groups staying under 8 people.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually sail rather than watch sailing happen, and you'd rather not spend the morning arranging transport to the port or figuring out where to anchor for lunch — the whole day is already planned around the boat and the crew.
Tenerife: Costa Adeje Tuk Tuk Tour & South Coast VillagesYou ride a Tuk Tuk through four distinct corners of Tenerife's south coast: the luxury Duke zone, a pristine beach with history, a working fishing village with local restaurants, and the nightlife hub of Playa de las Américas. Your guide speaks English and Spanish, points out where locals eat, and explains why each place matters. Book private if you want your own space or have mobility needs; small group keeps costs down and puts you next to other travelers.Is it for me?A good fit if you're new to Tenerife's south coast and want to understand where to eat, swim, and spend time without renting a car or navigating on your own. The Tuk Tuk format and facing seats make it social and compact; book private if you travel with mobility concerns or prefer your own space.
Tenerife Whale Watching Cruise & Beach Swim from Costa AdejeYou're picked up from your hotel and sailed out to the feeding grounds where whales and dolphins hunt off Tenerife's south coast. The skipper stops at a small beach where you can swim and snorkel, and drinks and snacks arrive throughout. The whole day takes three hours, the group stays under a dozen people, and you're back at your hotel by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see whales and dolphins without arranging your own transport or worrying about finding the pier — the pickup and small group size mean you show up at your hotel and the rest is handled.
Gran Canaria: Via Ferrata Adventure & High Swing Small GroupYou’ll climb Gran Canaria’s via ferrata with iron steps and cables, explore a hidden cave, cross a floating bridge high above the ground, and finish by flying on the island’s tallest swing—all with a small group and local guide. Expect sweaty palms, real laughs, and views you’ll remember long after you leave.
Gran Canaria: Sioux City Park Wild West Town & Animal FarmYou walk through a real 1972 Western movie set with live bank robberies and sheriff shootouts, grab food and drinks at the working saloon, and visit an animal farm with Canarian livestock and reptiles. Everything is included in one ticket, and you move at your own pace between shows.Is it for me?Right for families wanting something different from typical theme parks, and for anyone curious about a real movie set that still functions. Plan for 2–4 hours depending on how many shows you catch and how long you spend with the animals.
Fuerteventura: 2-Hour Enduro Motorcycle Tour & TrainingYou arrive, get fitted into full enduro gear and safety equipment, then spend an hour learning the bike's controls and practicing on easy terrain. After that, you ride two hours through Fuerteventura's southern trails — beaches, cliffs, sand and rock — with your guide setting the pace. Lunch and water are included. The whole experience takes three hours from start to finish.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride a motorcycle through real terrain without arranging your own bike, outfit or training — the three hours are structured so you learn first, then ride with confidence, with a guide controlling the pace and difficulty the whole way.
Tenerife: Kayak Tour Los Cristianos & Dolphin SpottingYou paddle from Los Cristianos Beach, snorkel in marked areas where turtles and dolphins sometimes appear, and explore Cueva del Palma with views of the protected Guaza mountain. The tour includes snorkeling equipment and personalized photos, with departures at 9:30am and 12:30pm — just arrive 30 minutes early.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle and snorkel in one outing without arranging your own gear or worrying about group photos — the guide handles both, and the small-group pace means you're not racing between stops.
Fuerteventura: Island Grand Tour with Caves, Dunes & BetancuriaYou’ll feel Fuerteventura’s wild textures—the sand at Corralejo dunes under your feet, cool air in Betancuria’s church, salt spray near Ajuy caves. With a local guide leading just 8 travelers, you’ll get stories behind pirate towers and volcanic valleys. Expect laughter in the van, plenty of stops for photos (and chipmunks), plus hotel pickup to keep things easy.
