Top 15 Snorkeling and Kayaking Trips in Gran Canaria

1.Puerto de Mogan: Boat and Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 855 reviews · 3 hours · from $69Our pick

Join guides Ruben and Marta aboard Yellow Boat Mogan for a three-hour cruise from Puerto de Mogan past the cliffs of Tasarte to El Perchel. You get snorkeling gear, about 90 minutes in a sheltered cove, vegetarian tapas, drinks, and trip photos. Bring a towel, swimwear, and sunscreen.

“It was a very nice and chill boat ride with snorkeling and tapas, as well as free drinks on board. Boat owners are very lovely people and took care of us all really well. It was not crowded as we are off season, so it was excellent. Great value for money, would go again.”

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2.3h Boat Trip + Snorkeling in Puerto de Mogan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 785 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71Top rated

Join Marta and Ruben aboard a small, family-run boat from Puerto de Mogán for a three-hour coast cruise to El Perchel. You’ll snorkel from the boat, use provided gear and a paddle board, enjoy Canarian lunch and unlimited drinks, and receive trip photos. A swim is required to reach the beach.

“We could see a lot of different fish and had enough time in the water. Had a lot of fun and would recommend! :)”

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3.Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 561 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend about three hours learning the basics of scuba diving, practicing in shallow water, and exploring Gran Canaria with a PADI instructor. Groups are limited to four, with pickup from southern coastal towns. Instructors including Mike, Veronica, Miguel, Jessica, and Marion are praised for calm, patient guidance.

“Amazing experience, Miguel was an amazing instructor. Had a unforgettable moment. My partner and I had never done anything like this before but this was a ideal way to start”

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4.Las Palmas: Las Canteras Beach Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 416 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $46Best value

Meet Emoción Apnea at Las Canteras Beach for a guided snorkel over rocky seabed, with octopus, rays, parrotfish, sea cucumbers, and other local fish. Your instructor supplies fins, mask, snorkel, and often a neoprene suit, then stays nearby in water up to 5 meters deep. English, Italian, and Spanish are available.

“It was amazing and totally worth the value. The guide was very responsible and helpful, we got many photos taken during the trip and everyone’s very happy!”

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5.Try Scuba Diving for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 403 reviews · 3 hours · from $94

Spend three hours learning scuba basics, practising in shallow water, and exploring Gran Canaria’s clear coastal waters with a PADI-certified instructor. Hotel pickup covers the southern coast, groups are limited to eight, and guides such as Mike, Alan, Veronica, and Miguel are used to helping nervous beginners. Expect about one hour underwater.

“I had a wonderful experience. Mike explained everything very clearly and it was so fun to dive on « our own ». It’s also great that it’s possible to rent a go pro”

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6.Maspalomas: Jet Ski Tour with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · 1 day

Ride a powerful jet ski for one hour from Puerto de Pasito Blanco, with pickup and drop-off in Maspalomas. Marcos and his team keep groups small, let you set the pace, and stop for photos, video, driver changes, or a swim. Children from age seven may ride with parents, with extra rules for young drivers.

“Thoroughly recommended. We were contacted before to confirm and pick up was early. It was well organised and we got a thorough introduction and briefing. There was plenty of free time and we went a good distance. It was great fun and really easy to get the hang of for those not familiar with jet skis. Would definitely do it again and recommend this trip for others.”

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7.Shared yacht excursion with beverages, lunch and snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 339 reviews · from $78

Spend 3.5 to 4 hours aboard a shared yacht from Puerto Rico, limited to 12 passengers. Sail toward Mogán, swim and snorkel at Perchel Cove, use paddle boards, and enjoy tapas with an open bar. Hotel pickup is available across southern Gran Canaria. Crew members such as Ronnie, Johnny, Anna, Solé, and Marcos are praised for friendly service.

“Best experience ever! Staff were so welcoming even from the pick up to the yacht experience and where they take you is amazing!!!”

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8.Mogán: Guided Kayak to Caves and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 329 reviews · 4 hours · from $77

Paddle from Taurito Beach with YUKAN guides such as Manuel and Ari, entering volcanic caves and stopping at Playa de Tiritana or another quiet cove for snorkeling and optional cliff jumps. The four-hour trip includes equipment, insurance, a snack, sports drink, and English or Spanish guidance.

“No time to get bored. Very nice experience. Highly recommended”

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9.Puerto Mogán: Guided Adventure Kayak Tour in Caves & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 294 reviews · from $74

Join Pablo and the RockNatour team for a four-hour sea-kayak trip from Taurito Beach. Paddle a two-person kayak along Gran Canaria’s volcanic coast, enter the Mogán caves, swim in clear Atlantic water, try an optional cliff jump, and snorkel at a wild beach. Strong swimming skills and a good fitness level are required.

“The activity was super fun, very knowledgeable guide. Felt warned about any potentially dangerous situations but the trip was great overall, amazing views, fun adrenaline pushes. Also very funny experience, lots of jokes and laughing. The weather was rough so the kayaking was a bit challenging but manageable Would definitely recommend”

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10.Beginners Scuba Diving Experience in Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 254 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $108

You’ll meet the Blue Water Diving team, complete a health form, learn basic underwater skills in shallow water, then head to a reef with an instructor beside you. All equipment is included. The session lasts about two hours, suits beginners aged 10 and up, and ends at the meeting point.

“I really enjoyed having the first diving class. For me - for the person who doesn't like being in the water and especially underwater - that was opening of myself and discovering an absolutely new world! The young and understandable instructors were patient with me and thanks to them I have outstepped my borders! Highly recommend this company to discover something new to you and in yourself! The hardest is to make the first step!”

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11.4 Hour Boat Tour with Snorkeling from Puerto Rico and Mogan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 208 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend four to five hours on a small Panda Boats vessel along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. You’ll pass Playa Taurito and Puerto de Mogán, stop near Playa de Veneguera for snorkeling, and enjoy lunch, drinks, floating platforms, and hotel pickup. Groups are capped at 12, with crew members such as Alberto, Natalia, Roni, and Dato praised for friendly service.

“Nice crew and it felt luxurious. We had really nice weather that had a big impact ofc. I recommend this trip.”

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12.Sailing Trip and Snorkeling (max. 8 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $92

Join Marek and Mara aboard the yacht New Karolka for a four-hour cruise from Puerto de Mogán. With only eight people aboard, you can help raise the sails, try the helm, snorkel, swim, paddleboard, and enjoy a fresh lunch with wine, beer, and soft drinks. Hotel pickup is available.

“It isn't a party boat with 80 people crammed in, just 8 people. My third time taking this trip, each time I go to Canary Islands I will be doing it, a great couple, sailing along the coast etc. Clean, safe, and a load of fun. The couple whose boat it is are friendly, knowledagble etc. I highly recommend it!! You stop halfway and if you want go swimming in the ocean.”

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13.Kayak & Snorkeling Tour in Caves in Mogan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 153 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $77

From Playa de Taurito, paddle a stable ocean kayak along Gran Canaria’s white cliffs and into volcanic caves. Guides Ari, Dani, and Mani lead the route, explain the island’s geology, and provide wetsuits, snorkel gear, snacks, and insurance. You’ll also stop at a quieter beach for snorkeling, paddle boarding, beachcombing, or optional cliff jumps.

“Going through the cave in a kayak was a fun challenge. It was great to escape the crowds and be on the water. We enjoyed visiting a quieter, more natural beach.”

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14.Discover Scuba Diving – Free Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 115 reviews · 4 hours · from $105

Spend four hours learning scuba basics with Leagues Ahead Diving, then explore up to 12 meters at Amadores or Tufia. PADI instructors such as Aaron, Ben, Emil, and James guide beginners patiently, with hotel pickup, Cressi equipment, and a small-group format included. Look for rays, octopus, fish, and Gran Canaria’s angel sharks.

“Incredible experience, James and Emil were great and patient”

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15.Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 105 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Meet Blue Water Diving in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria for a briefing, fitted wetsuit, and guided snorkeling at a local beach. You get 45 to 60 minutes in the water with an English-speaking instructor, in a group capped at eight. Expect relaxed personal help, though the amount of marine life can vary.

“Not much to see. Staff was good. But just Rocks with some fish. We were back 1/2 before schedule.”

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