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Lanzarote: Jet Ski Tour Playa Quemada & Puerto Calero RouteYou’ll feel Lanzarote’s wild side on this jet ski tour along the coast from Puerto del Carmen to Playa Quemada. Expect salt spray in your hair, laughs with your guide, a glimpse of hidden coves and harbors, and time to switch drivers if you want. Perfect if you crave a quick rush but also want to see a quieter side of Lanzarote.
Lanzarote Sea Safari: Dolphins & Volcanic Coastline Boat TourYou board a 12-person trimaran at Puerto Calero and spend two hours exploring Lanzarote's volcanic coastline with a marine biologist guide who knows where the dolphins hunt and how to read the water. You get waterproof jackets and life jackets, scan for flying fish and sea turtles, and see the Los Ajaches cliffs from the angle that makes them make sense. The boat is small enough to feel personal and stable enough that you're not gripping the rail the whole time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lanzarote's volcanic coastline from the water with someone who actually knows what lives there — the small group size and expert guide mean you're not just passing by, you're learning to read it.
Lanzarote North: Guided Buggy Tour with Small GroupYou’ll ride a buggy through Lanzarote’s wild north with a small group, circling Tinamala Volcano and stopping at an old quarry near Guatiza. Feel the wind in your face (goggles included), hear stories from your local guide, and catch glimpses of village life in Teseguite before looping back to Costa Teguise. It’s quick but leaves its mark.
Lanzarote North Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: Small Group RouteYou’ll feel Lanzarote under your skin on this small group buggy tour from Costa Teguise—dusty hands, salty air, and glimpses into quiet villages like Guatiza and Mala. With a local guide leading the way and water plus goggles included, it’s three hours of real island texture—and maybe a little laughter when you least expect it.
Tenerife: Bodegas Monje Wine & Cheese Tasting TourYou walk through a working winery on Tenerife, taste four wines paired to four Canary Islands cheeses, and spend ninety minutes in a group of ten or fewer with a bilingual guide. The tasting happens in the same room where the wine ages, and you choose whether to tour first or taste first. Book ahead and mention any dietary requirements.Is it for me?Right for wine and cheese lovers with ninety minutes to spend and no interest in large groups—the ten-person cap and island cheese pairings are what set this apart from generic tastings. Expect a working cellar and a pace that lets you linger over each pour.
Tenerife Yacht Cruise: Champagne, Tapas & Sea ScootersYou’ll step aboard a small-group yacht in Tenerife with local crew welcoming you with champagne. Enjoy Spanish tapas as you sail past Playa del Duque, try paddleboarding or sea scooters if you’re feeling adventurous—or just relax on deck with all-inclusive drinks. It’s easygoing but special, with pickup included so you don’t have to think about logistics—just soak up those Atlantic views.
Lanzarote: 3-Hour Polaris Slingshot Tour with Mountain & Beach RoutesYou drive a Polaris Slingshot through Lanzarote's volcanic interior and mountain passes for three hours, switching drivers at service stops so everyone gets a turn. The guide leads the route through dirt tracks, paved climbs, and coastal views, covering terrain most island tours skip. You handle the vehicle yourself — the guide just shows you the way.Is it for me?Right for drivers comfortable with open-air vehicles and terrain that feels more adventurous than a standard island loop. The three hours are spent mostly driving, not sightseeing from a stop — expect an active, hands-on experience rather than a guided commentary tour.
Fuerteventura Surf Class Corralejo: Small Groups & All EquipmentYou're picked up from your hotel and driven to the day's best wave spot in Fuerteventura, then spend 2.5 hours in the water with a small group and a dedicated instructor. All gear comes with you, and the van returns you to your accommodation afterward. The whole thing runs on what the swell is doing that morning, not a fixed schedule.Is it for me?Book this if you want actual instruction instead of a crowded lineup — the small groups and daily beach selection mean the lesson stays focused on your progress, not on fitting as many people as possible into one slot.
Corralejo Dunes: Stargazing Tour with Starlight Guide & Hotel PickupYou’ll walk barefoot on cool dunes outside Corralejo, settle under blankets as your starlight guide points out planets and constellations through pro telescopes, and maybe catch a shooting star if you’re lucky. With hotel pickup included and your own night-sky photo to keep, this stargazing tour leaves you feeling both tiny and connected.
Lanzarote Catamaran Sunset Tour: Electric boat, dolphins & hydrophoneYou board a silent electric catamaran at Puerto Calero for two-and-a-half hours along Lanzarote's southern coast. The crew shares cetacean knowledge and listens for dolphins via hydrophone while you watch the sunset with OceanBeer and snacks. Small groups of twelve keep the deck uncluttered, and the electric motor means no engine noise — just water and the possibility of whales.Is it for me?Right choice if you want a sunset on the water without engine noise and the chance to hear whales or dolphins through a hydrophone — the electric catamaran and small group size make both possible, though sightings depend on what's in the water that evening.
Tenerife stargazing tour: live astrophotography imagesYou arrive at Teide's observation point at 2,200 metres, learn constellations and planets with a Starlight-certified guide, then look through professional telescopes at Saturn, Jupiter, galaxies and nebulae. A second telescope captures live images that arrive in your inbox afterward. Small groups keep the pace personal, and the 300 clear nights per year mean the sky usually cooperates.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Saturn's rings and the Milky Way from one of Earth's clearest skies without arranging your own equipment or navigation — the altitude and the guide's expertise handle both, and the small group size means you actually get time at the eyepiece.
Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin RIB Cruise with Lunch & DrinksYou’ll board Tenerife’s largest RIB in a small group, cruise into Atlantic waters to watch whales and dolphins up close, then swim or snorkel straight from the boat. Enjoy drinks throughout and a relaxed lunch of local dishes while soaking in ocean views. It’s an easygoing day where details fade and those little moments—like laughter over lunch or spotting dolphins—stick with you.
Scuba Diving Costa Teguise: 40-Minute Beginner DiveYou arrive at the shore, get a safety briefing, and descend to 5 meters with a certified instructor for a 40-minute dive in calm, shallow water. No prior experience needed. Equipment, transport from your hotel, and all fees are included. You surface knowing whether diving is something you want to do again.Is it for me?Right for anyone curious about diving but unsure if they'll like it — the shallow depth and one-on-one instruction mean you learn at your own pace. Plan for a full morning or afternoon out of your schedule; that's what gives the briefing, dive, and return time room to breathe.
Tenerife Teide: Sunset Quad Tour with Pickup & GuideYou’ll ride a quad through winding roads into Teide’s volcanic landscape, guided by locals who know every turn. Watch sunset spill across clouds from high above Tenerife, with hotel pickup included so you don’t have to stress logistics. Expect new smells, cold air on your face, maybe even some laughter—and a memory that lingers long after you’re back home.
Anaga Mountains Tenerife: 12km Hiking Tour & Laurel ForestYou hike 12km through protected nature reserves in Anaga, climbing 600 meters through ravines, remote villages, and a 60-million-year-old laurel forest. Your guide explains the geology and ecology while you navigate moderate-to-hard terrain over 5 hours. Hotel pickup and full insurance are included, so you only need to show up fit enough to walk.Is it for me?Book this if you're fit enough for sustained climbing and want to see a forest that has survived 60 million years without a crowded trail—the small-group format and remote location are what keep it that way.
Fuerteventura: Volcanic eBike Tour & Majanicho Village RideYou’ll ride premium e-bikes from Corralejo past volcanic craters and lively surf villages to Majanicho’s quiet shore, guided by locals who know every shortcut and story. Expect chipmunks at Calderón Hondo, crunchy stones at Popcorn Beach, and plenty of time to soak up Fuerteventura’s colors before heading back—legs tingling but happy.
Gran Canaria Cave Tour: descend into Barranco de las VacasYou walk through a canyon sculpted by ancient water, explore caves the guidebooks don't list, and finish in a working village where you taste local food and meet people who actually live there. Transport and a professional guide who knows the island because they're from it are included, which is what makes the difference between seeing Gran Canaria and understanding it.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see the interior of Gran Canaria without arranging their own transport or figuring out which places are worth the drive — the guides know the routes and the stories, which is what turns a canyon and some caves into an actual understanding of the island. Plan for a full morning or early afternoon out, with some walking and uneven terrain, which is exactly what gets you to the places most visitors never reach.
Lanzarote: Timanfaya Volcano Trek & Canarian TastingYou walk through Timanfaya's volcanic landscape for three to four hours with a native guide who explains the geology and biodiversity as you go. The route adjusts to your fitness level, and you pause for Canarian wine and snacks along the way. Insurance and small-group format are included; no need to arrange transport or worry about pace.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Lanzarote's volcanic landscape without a car or a rushed pace. Expect three to four hours of steady walking on uneven ground — that's what gives you time to absorb the geology and hear the guide's knowledge.
Tenerife: Private Scuba Diving with Photos & Hotel PickupYou’ll get picked up at your hotel in southern Tenerife and head out for a relaxed private scuba dive at Los Cristianos with your own certified instructor—no crowds or pressure. Learn at your own pace during a friendly briefing before floating among rays and volcanic reefs while your guide snaps underwater photos for you to keep. It’s quiet down there—just breath and blue—and honestly pretty unforgettable.
Flamenco Show Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife: 90 minutes of Spanish danceYou sit through ninety minutes of flamenco and classical Spanish dance, with entrance included and the theater steps away from Puerto de la Cruz's center. The show runs every Wednesday, the space is fully accessible, and you don't need to arrange anything beyond showing up.Is it for me?Right for travelers in Tenerife who want to see authentic Spanish flamenco without traveling far from Puerto de la Cruz or arranging transport — the theater sits in the town center, and the fixed Wednesday schedule means you can plan the rest of your evening around it.
