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Lanzarote: Kayak & Snorkel Papagayo Beaches★ 4.88 (264) · 3h
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Snorkeling in Playa Chica, Lanzarote: guided marine life★ 4.50 (10) · 2h
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Snorkel in Lanzarote with Guide: Small Group, All Equipment★ 5.00 (73) · 2h
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SUP and snorkeling in Playa Blanca: reefs and fishA two-hour standup paddling and snorkeling activity in Playa Blanca where you paddle over reefs in clear water, then enter the sea to snorkel among colored fish. The guide teaches you the basics of both, provides wetsuit and board, and takes you to the best entry points and underwater spots. Live guide in English, Spanish, Italian or French; pickup included.Is it for me?Book this if you're comfortable staying active in the water for the full duration—there's no break to rest on shore, and you'll paddle and snorkel continuously.
Snorkeling in Costa Teguise: 2-Hour Guided TourA 2-hour guided snorkeling tour in Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, where you swim in clear Atlantic water with an instructor who teaches you mask technique and finning, then leads you past breams, damselfish and other local marine life. The tour includes snorkeling equipment, air-conditioned pickup and insurance. Suitable for beginners and experienced swimmers alike; children welcome from age 8.Is it for me?Book the private option if you want the guide's full attention and a custom pace; the shared tour works better if you're comfortable learning alongside other swimmers and want to keep the cost lower.
Snorkeling in Lanzarote: Atlantic fish with a marine guideGuided snorkeling in Lanzarote with a live instructor covering fish identification, marine life interaction, ocean conservation and proper gear use. The 90-minute session includes wetsuit, mask, fins and a waterproof fish guide you carry in the water; pickup is included and children from age 6 can join. Photos of your snorkel are available for an extra charge.Is it for me?If you're staying without a car or don't know the best snorkeling spots around Lanzarote, the included pickup and a guide who knows the water means you skip the logistics and spend your 90 minutes actually in the ocean instead of figuring out how to get there.
Playa Grande Snorkeling Tour: Cuttlefish & SeahorsesA private snorkeling tour at Playa Grande Beach in Lanzarote where you and your group snorkel with one guide who briefs you on safety and points out the underwater life you encounter. The tour runs 90 minutes from the diving center, includes all snorkeling equipment, and your guide speaks English, Spanish, German or Dutch.Is it for me?Book this tour if your group speaks English, Spanish, German or Dutch and wants a guide who stays with you the whole time — private means the pace and the stops are yours, and the guide can focus on what your group finds interesting instead of managing a larger crowd.
Guided Snorkeling in Lanzarote: Marine Life with Expert GuideA guided snorkeling session in Lanzarote starts at Playa Blanca with an expert guide who stays in the water with you, teaches you the names and behavior of the fish you encounter, and photographs you with the marine life. The activity runs 90 minutes, includes all snorkeling gear and a book of Canary Islands marine species, and suits children from age 6 upward.Is it for me?The activity moves at the pace of the water—you enter from the beach and stay in the shallows with the guide for 90 minutes, so it suits anyone comfortable in shallow water and ready to move slowly enough to watch the fish. Children from 6 upward can join, and the guide stays with you the whole time, which is what makes it safe for families new to snorkeling.
Snorkeling in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote: Stand Up Paddle lessonA two-hour stand up paddle and snorkeling lesson in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, where an instructor teaches you the board first, then you stop to snorkel and watch the marine life below. The lesson works for all fitness levels and all ages; you bring nothing but yourself, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian or French.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn two water skills in one session and don't mind a small group—the lesson works for solo travelers, friends, families and children all at once, and the instructor paces it so everyone stays comfortable in the water.
Snorkeling in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote: kayak and marine lifeKayak and snorkel in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, paddling along volcanic formations and stopping to swim and explore the seabed with mask and snorkel in clear, sheltered waters. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian or French; children from age 10 are welcome. The two-hour outing includes all equipment, a safety briefing at the start, and photographs taken during the activity.Is it for me?If you speak English, Spanish, Italian or French, the guide's commentary keeps you oriented and entertained throughout the paddle and snorkel. Children from age 10 can join as long as they have moderate fitness to paddle and swim.
Night snorkeling Flamingo Beach Las PalmasNight snorkeling at Flamingo Beach in Las Palmas is a 90-minute activity where you enter the water at dusk with an expert guide to observe nocturnal marine life in a protected, flat bay. The guide explains the species you'll encounter and how to interact safely with them; 45 minutes happen in the water itself. You receive photos and videos from the session, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian or French.Is it for me?Choose this for nighttime snorkeling in a protected, flat bay where the absence of daytime crowds lets rays and octopuses approach close to shore—conditions that rarely occur together on night water excursions.
Snorkeling in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote: Flamingo BeachSnorkel at Flamingo Beach in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, with a professional guide leading you through calm, crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life. Equipment, photos and videos are included; no previous experience is needed. The bay's sheltered conditions make it suitable for first-time snorkelers and families.Is it for me?Two hours in the water leaves the rest of your day open — long enough to explore the reef and see the marine life without eating into other plans. The guide handles the instruction and the route, so you focus on what's beneath the surface instead of managing logistics.
Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching: Lanzarote SpeedboatSnorkeling and dolphin watching activity off Lanzarote, departing from Puerto del Carmen marina aboard the Biosfera Jet speedboat. You search for dolphins, whales and other marine mammals with crew assistance and binoculars, listen to detailed information about cetacean species, take in coastal views, and swim in the Atlantic. The 90-minute outing includes Easybreath snorkel masks and runs in English, Spanish or French; children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want to search for dolphins and whales from the water rather than watch from a distance—the crew helps you spot them, and the snorkel time lets you see the Atlantic on your own terms. Families with children from age 3 can all travel together, though you'll need to get yourself to Puerto del Carmen marina.
Snorkeling at Playa Papagayo, Lanzarote: kayak and marine lifeKayak and snorkel at Playa Papagayo, Lanzarote, paddling the shoreline for 45 minutes before an hour and 15 minutes of snorkeling or beach exploration. The guide provides a training session on paddling, explains the area's history during the paddle, and leads the group through caves on the return if weather allows. Snorkeling gear, a waterproof bag, water and fresh fruit are included; wetsuits are available if needed. Children from age 5 are welcome, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian and French.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel but prefer not to swim out from shore—the kayak gets you to the beach, and the guide stays with a small group the whole way, so you're never alone on the water or in it.
Snorkeling at Wreck Site in Lanzarote: See sunken wrecks up closeSnorkel a submerged wreck off Lanzarote with a live guide in English, Spanish or Italian, meeting at 9 am for a four-hour outing that includes all equipment and a shower afterward. You swim about ten minutes to reach the site, then explore the wreck at 12–18 meters depth; the guide points out angel sharks, rays and other marine life that inhabit the structure. Children from age 14 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel deeper than a beach allows and see marine life that lives on structure rather than open sand—the wreck is what makes the difference, and the guide keeps the group together so you can explore at your own comfort level.
Lanzarote Snorkeling — what to know before booking
This guide compares 15 bookable options for Lanzarote Snorkeling, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at € 39. The average rating is 4.7 out of 5, based on 531 traveler reviews.
Most options last up to 2 hours. 15 of the 15 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Lanzarote Snorkeling cost?
Prices start at € 39. There are 15 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 15 of the 15 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Lanzarote: Kayak & Snorkel Papagayo Beaches is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 264 reviews.
