Spain · CANOES & KAYAKS
Good kayak trips fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Paddle from Los Cristianos with guides such as Carlos, Barbara, Gonza, or David, watching for wild dolphins and turtles without chasing them. Stop at Cueva de los Enamorados and a boat-only bay for snorkeling among fish. Wetsuits, gear, insurance, and photos are included, but you must swim and be at least 14.
“Was awesome, our guide was great and made the trip super enjoyable”
Trade Barcelona for the Costa Brava on an eight-hour outing with guides such as Tete, Marc, Rene, and Gerard. Paddle from San Pol Beach beneath the Camino de Ronda, enter sea caves, snorkel among fish and octopus, and choose from several cliff-jump heights. Transport, equipment, insurance, and a sandwich lunch are included.
“Had so much fun! Snorkeling and kayaking were a blast ! Cliff jumping was also really amazing. ! Highly recommend Henry!”
Paddle from Burriana Beach to Maro Waterfall with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll learn basic kayak technique, visit small caves and bays, swim in clear Mediterranean water, and receive free GoPro photos and videos. Guides such as Miguel, Isa, Kike, and Kaine are known for patient instruction and a friendly pace.
“Amazing experience! We had Ibra as our guide, and he was very patient with us whilst we were getting used to kayaking. It’s hard work, if you’re inexperienced like us, but so so so worth it!”
Spend a full day on the Costa Brava, paddling through coves and caves, snorkeling rocky reefs, and making optional low cliff jumps. Guides such as Sergio, René, Marc, and Tete lead the activities, help beginners, and often take photos. Round-trip transport, equipment, lunch, and injury insurance are included.
“Reschedule to the hiking due to weather， but never gonna regret it on the tour to Costa Brava！Great view with the guidance of Tete. Nice people，hard working and doing job with his heart. And the lunch is great！Happy cliff jumping with courage for the first jump！ Waiting for the happy pics. Will be back for kayawking again”
Paddle from Los Cristianos toward the Guaza cliffs with an English, Spanish, French, Italian, or Portuguese-speaking guide. You’ll practice kayaking, visit a sea cave, snorkel from the kayak, and look for wild turtles and dolphins. Photos, video, gear, insurance, and a waterproof box are included.
“It was amazing - we have seen a dolphin, several turtles and many fish. Very cool activity!”
Travel from Barcelona to Platja d’Aro for a four-hour kayak and snorkel outing along the Costa Brava. Your English-speaking guides, including guides such as Donny, Santi, Mara, or Dani depending on the departure, provide equipment, instruction, water, and a picnic. Expect caves, coves, fish, free beach time, and possibly an optional cliff jump.
“had the best time ever, costa brava is THE place to go to. met nice people, got to swim in a beautiful, warm turquoise water, just be mindful of the jellyfishes ahah. this activity allowed me to reconnect with nature and to be grateful of how beautiful our earth is. the landscapes i got to discover were absolutely breathtaking. the instructor was very nice and had perfectly clear instructions. would definitely recommend, worth the price !”
Paddle through Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in a two-, three-, or four-person kayak, stopping at a cove or beach to snorkel. Guides cover local geology, wildlife, history, and culture in English, with equipment, water, insurance, photos, and a support boat included. Expect to get wet and bring sun protection.
“Holding a sea urchin that our guide searched for in the seaweed then retrieved them showed to everyone in our group each one taking a photo with the beautiful, alive, deep purple prickly aquatic creature! Seeing rainbow fish. Paddling over water so clear & so deep I lose all perspective. It’s wonderful”
Paddle from Los Cristianos beneath the Guaza Mountains with an instructor such as Bea, Max, Jessica, or Coco. You’ll receive a wetsuit, kayak, life vest, water shoes, and snorkel gear, then stop for swimming and fish watching. The route can feel like a six-kilometer workout, and wildlife sightings depend on sea conditions and luck.
“Not an very easy activity - be ready it will take 2,5-3 hrs. Jessica was our guide - very nice one! We saw only dolphins, turtles decided to rest this time. But anyways it is amazing experience. Of course all depends on weather but suggest to try.”
Paddle from Los Cristianos along Tenerife’s black volcanic coast, enter a sea cave, and stop to snorkel among fish and turtles. Guides such as Gabriel, Caroline, Liam, and Karolien provide safety help, equipment, photos, and wildlife facts. The outing covers roughly 6 to 7 kilometers, so you need fair fitness.
“It is a super program, we have also seen dolphins!! Unfortunately the turtles were hiding today, but all together it is a wonderful experience. Our guide was very nice and well prepared, everything was nicely organized. Also I would mention that it is a 6 km tour with the kayaks, so you will need some strength, the water was extra cold, so I encourage you to put on that clothes what they are offering! I definitely recommend it! 🥰”
Paddle from Sant Pol into S’Agaró Bay with a small group of up to 14 people, visiting sea caves, rocky coves, and channels before a 20-minute snorkel stop. Guides such as Xevi, Lluc, Ayoub, and Naia add local stories, safety help, and humor. No kayaking experience is needed, but you must be able to swim.
“A fun trip for the family, we loved both the cayak-paddling and the snorkeling. Laura is the best guide!”
Spend three hours cruising Ibiza’s west coast with English- and Spanish-speaking guides such as Miguel, Marcos, Ricardo, or Rick. Swim, snorkel, and paddleboard at Cala Conta and Cala Bassa, with masks, SUP boards, soft drinks, beer, sangria, and water included. Cave access depends on sea conditions.
“I had the best time in the tour as well as my whole trip. The guide was really invested and really nice, I didnt catch his name but seriously appreciate. Didnt feel like a solo trip, thank you for showing me to paddle or even row it was the first time for me. Ibiza was the real paradise thank you for taking us around and keeping the boat ride fun.”
Meet Kayak Makarena at Maro Beach for a two-hour guided kayak trip beneath the Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs. Paddle past coves, beaches, rocks, and a 16th-century watchtower, then stop for swimming or snorkeling. Guides such as Juan, Periko, Luca, Jose, Diego, and Mery have led departures, with a support boat and free photos included.
“Amazing experience worth every penny! Very supportive team of people take care of you so even if you don’t have a lot of experience you feel safe and enjoy!”
Leave Barcelona by air conditioned van for S’Agaró, where a certified sea kayak guide leads you along cliffs and coves below the Camino de Ronda. Paddle, snorkel, swim, and possibly try cliff jumping before a sandwich lunch and free beach time. Guides such as Marc, Henry, Mateo, and Rene are praised for calm instruction and family-friendly care.
“This trip was a highlight of our Spain adventures. Great amount of time to kayak, snorkel and cliff jump. Water was beautiful and pristine. We saw an octopus while snorkeling! Our guide Mateu was friendly, engaging and made sure every one was fun and safe with ages ranging from teenagers to late 50s. The extra time for walking the beach and the light lunch was just right. Don't hesitate- this is a must do if you want to see something most tourists miss.”
Paddle from Playa de la Granadella with guides such as Flo, William, Niels, and Michaela, stopping at sea caves, Cala en Calo, and Cala Ambolo. Expect clear water, snorkeling, optional cliff jumping, local stories, and a group of up to 30 people. The meeting point is near Jávea, so plan transport carefully from Benidorm.
“What a stunning bit of coastline to explore with fantastic guides Reuben and Harry who could not have been more helpful, thanks for a fantastic afternoon.”
Paddle a sit-on-top kayak from S’Agaró along the Costa Brava with guides such as Xevi, Carlos, Naia, and Ayoub. Enter sea caves, learn about the coastline, then snorkel in a sheltered cove. Equipment, optional wetsuits, insurance, and a rescue boat are included. Swimming ability is required.
“Just finished the morning Kayaking and snorkeling. We had an absolute great time and our guide Didac was excellent. Would highly recommend this to anyone, extremely professional and great fun.”
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