Tenerife: Fun Yacht Trip with Water Activities and Toys

The big draw here is simple: this is not just a boat ride. You get a 20-meter yacht with a waterslide, a swim stop near Los Cristianos, and a full spread of water toys. The route also gives you a look at Tenerife’s southern coast from the sea, with chances to spot dolphins, turtles, flying fish, and other marine life.

I like the small-group feel, with the yacht often carrying around 10 people or fewer. I also like the care from crew members such as Alejandro, Alex, Paolo, Pablo, and Andreas, who help with the equipment, take photos, refill drinks, and make nervous swimmers feel safe. The main drawback is that the boat may spend a long time anchored at one swim spot, and sea sickness is possible on the open-water crossing.

Key points before you book

• The waterslide is the star attraction: It gives this trip more energy than a standard coastal cruise.
• One swim stop packs in the action: Try snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, a water bike, and the slide near Los Cristianos.
• Food and drinks are included: Expect snacks, a filling plated meal, beer, cava, and other drinks.
• The group can feel personal: Many departures have around 8 to 12 people, though exact numbers can vary.
• Wildlife sightings are possible, not promised: Dolphins and turtles have been seen, but marine life is never guaranteed.
• The tour suits mixed groups: Families, couples, birthday groups, hen parties, and teenagers can all find something to enjoy.

What this Tenerife yacht trip is really like

This 3.5-hour trip combines a slow coastal cruise with a lively water session. You leave from Gate 13 at Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje, head along the south coast toward the Palm Mar caves, then stop near Las Vistas Beach by Los Cristianos.

The first part feels like a sightseeing cruise. The second part is more like a floating water park. That change of pace is what makes the trip work so well for families and mixed groups. You can sit back with a drink and enjoy the views, or spend the swim stop climbing onto the slide, paddling a kayak, or trying the water bike.

The yacht is marketed as an all-inclusive outing, and the food and drinks are a meaningful part of the value. Snacks such as crisps, olives, and nuts are served early on, followed by a meal with chicken, rice or potatoes, vegetables, and salad. Drinks include water, beer, wine, cava, and other beverages. Exact food service can vary, but the meal is intended to be substantial rather than just a token snack.

Leaving Puerto Colón for the Palm Mar coast

Meet at Tenerife Boats, Gate 13, at Puerto Colón. The marina is in Costa Adeje, one of the main bases for boat excursions in southern Tenerife. From here, the yacht heads out toward the coast near Palm Mar.

The boat ride is a chance to settle in. Crew members give a safety briefing, explain the day, and help you get comfortable on board. You can take photos of the coast, chat with the crew, or start on the included snacks and drinks.

The yacht gives you more room than a small speedboat, but it is still worth remembering that seating can be limited when the boat is full. One family group noted that the front seating in direct sun became less comfortable with 10 people aboard. If you want the best choice of seats, arrive on time and expect shared space rather than a private charter.

The route is scenic, but this is not a nonstop sightseeing cruise. The main focus is the combination of cruising and water activities. One person would have preferred to see more of the island instead of staying in one area for so long. If your priority is covering a large stretch of Tenerife’s coastline, a dedicated sightseeing cruise may suit you better.

Looking for dolphins near the Palm Mar caves

The Palm Mar section gives the trip its wildlife and photo opportunity. The yacht travels toward the coastal caves, where you can look back at Tenerife from the water and watch the cliffs and shoreline pass by.

Dolphins have been spotted close to the boat, along with turtles, flying fish, and even a hammerhead shark on one outing. Still, you should treat wildlife as a bonus. The crew cannot promise that animals will appear, and one outing had no dolphins at all.

This is an important distinction. The tour is not presented as a specialist wildlife expedition. You are booking a fun yacht day with a chance to see marine life along the way. That makes the trip a good choice for people who want both activities and scenery, but less ideal if seeing dolphins is your main reason for going.

The crew also adds value here. Alex, Paolo, Pablo, Alejandro, and Andreas are repeatedly singled out for being attentive, friendly, and willing to take photos. Some groups have used the trip for birthdays, proposals, hen parties, and family celebrations, and the crew has helped make those occasions feel personal.

The Los Cristianos swim stop

The yacht then heads toward the water near Las Vistas Beach, close to Los Cristianos. This is where most of the active fun takes place, with about 1.5 hours set aside for swimming, food, and water toys.

You can choose from:

• Snorkelling
• Kayaking
• Paddleboarding
• Water biking
• The yacht waterslide

The equipment is included, and life jackets are available for anyone who wants extra support. This matters if you are not a confident swimmer. One nervous swimmer was helped into the water with flotation support and reassurance from the crew, turning what could have been an intimidating moment into a manageable one.

The water stop is also flexible. You do not have to commit to one activity for the entire time. You can try the slide, switch to the paddleboard, swim for a while, then return to the yacht for lunch or a drink.

There is usually one of each main toy, so you may need to wait briefly when several people want the same item. A group noted that the equipment was fun but wished there had been more available. That is a fair point, especially if the yacht is full. The small group size helps, but it does not remove the need to share.

Why the waterslide changes the experience

The waterslide is the feature that separates this outing from many ordinary Tenerife yacht trips. It sends you from the yacht into the sea, giving teenagers and adults a reason to keep returning to the water instead of simply swimming once and climbing back aboard.

The slide is not the only attraction. The water bike is a particular favorite for people who want something different from a kayak or paddleboard. Snorkelling gives you a quieter way to see fish and turtles if conditions allow, while the kayak and paddleboard offer a little more exercise.

I like that you can set your own pace. The trip is not built around a forced sequence of games. You can be active for an hour or spend more time relaxing on board. That makes it easier for a family with different ages and energy levels to enjoy the same outing.

Children and teenagers tend to get the most obvious thrill from the slide, but adults are not left out. Birthday groups and adult parties have enjoyed the water bike, swimming, and slide just as much. The crew can also provide help with the equipment and flotation gear.

Lunch, snacks, and drinks on board

Food is included, which improves the value of the $81 price. You receive snacks during the cruise and a more complete meal around the swim stop or before the return journey.

The meal has included chicken with rice, potatoes, vegetables, and salad. Some people described it as filling and freshly prepared. One person would have liked fruit afterward, but that is a small limitation rather than a major gap.

Drinks are available throughout the trip. Beer, wine, cava, and soft drinks are part of the package, and the crew regularly checks if you need anything. This makes the outing feel more like a relaxed lunch cruise than a basic boat transfer with a swim break.

You should still pace yourself. The boat is moving on open water, and alcohol can make motion sickness feel worse. If you are prone to seasickness, eat something early, use the supplied time wisely, and stay where you feel most comfortable.

Group size, comfort, and crew service

The group size is one of the strongest reasons to choose this yacht. Departures have ranged from very small groups to around 10 or 12 people. A party of six has sometimes found that the remaining spaces were closed off, creating a more private feel.

That is not the same as booking a private yacht, so check the availability for your date. A full departure will feel less spacious than a half-empty one, especially around the front seating and shared water toys.

The crew is a major part of the experience. Alejandro has been praised for attentive hosting, while Alex and Paolo have helped groups with photos, food, drinks, and special celebrations. Andreas has been described as friendly and informative. The names may vary by departure, but the service style is clearly hands-on.

Crew members help people onto the water toys, provide life jackets, take pictures, explain the equipment, and check that everyone is comfortable. That attention matters more than polished commentary on a short yacht trip. You are spending much of the day sharing space, and a warm crew can make the boat feel relaxed rather than crowded.

The available languages are English, French, Italian, and Spanish. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible, though you should confirm the practical arrangements directly if you require specific boarding or water-access support.

How much value do you get for $81?

At $81 per person, this is priced above a basic sightseeing boat ride, but the package includes far more than transport. You are paying for a 3.5-hour yacht outing, crew service, snacks, a meal, drinks, and several water activities.

The value is strongest if you plan to use the equipment. If you spend the swim stop on the slide, paddleboard, kayak, snorkelling gear, or water bike, the price compares well with paying separately for lunch, drinks, and water sports.

It is also good value for a family or group that wants one easy activity rather than arranging several separate bookings. The crew handles the route, meal, drinks, safety guidance, and equipment while you enjoy the day.

The value is weaker if you mainly want a long coastal tour. Much of the trip is centered around the swim stop, and one section may feel slow if you hoped to see more of Tenerife’s shoreline. It is best understood as a social yacht-and-water-activities package, not as a full coastal tour.

Who will enjoy it most?

I would choose this for families with older children, groups of friends, couples who want a relaxed afternoon, and anyone marking a birthday or special occasion. Teenagers in particular have a clear reason to stay engaged, thanks to the slide and wide choice of water toys.

It also works well for people who want some luxury without booking a private yacht. The boat is described as fancy, the group can be small, and food and drinks are handled for you.

Confident swimmers will have the easiest time, but the crew supports less confident swimmers with life jackets and flotation help. You should still be comfortable being around open water, and you should tell the crew if you are nervous.

I would be more cautious if you suffer badly from motion sickness. One person had to leave early because of it, while another group had a few passengers feeling unwell after a night out. The crew was helpful, but no boat trip can remove the movement of the sea.

Bring sunscreen, a towel, a hat, and a camera. Wear something suitable for getting wet, and protect your phone if you plan to take it onto the slide or water toys.

Booking, cancellation, and practical details

The meeting point is Gate 13, Pantalan 13, at Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje. The activity lasts 3.5 hours, with departure times shown according to availability.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available, which is useful if your Tenerife plans are still shifting.

The yacht is listed as wheelchair accessible. Still, water activities involve ladders, transfers, and wet surfaces, so confirm the exact support available before booking if accessibility is important to you.

The experience has a 4.8 rating from 125 reviews, with praise focused mainly on the crew, food, drinks, group size, and water activities. The main cautions are limited seating when full, possible waits for popular toys, seasickness, and the fact that wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

Should you book the Gulliver Fun Yacht?

Book it if you want a lively half-day on the water, with lunch, drinks, a friendly crew, and enough activities to keep children, teenagers, and adults busy. The waterslide gives it an edge over a standard yacht cruise, and the small-group setup can make the outing feel personal.

Skip it if your main goal is a long, quiet tour of Tenerife’s entire coast or a guaranteed dolphin sighting. The boat spends a substantial part of the trip at one swim location, and the sea can be rough for people prone to motion sickness.

For most visitors staying in Costa Adeje or Los Cristianos, I think the $81 price is fair. You get a proper meal, drinks, a yacht, and several water activities in one booking. Arrive ready to get wet, share the toys, and enjoy the day rather than expecting a formal sightseeing cruise.

FAQ

Where does the yacht trip start?

The meeting point is Gate 13, Pantalan 13, at Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje, Tenerife.

How long does the experience last?

The yacht trip lasts 3.5 hours.

What water activities are included?

Included activities are snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, water biking, and the yacht waterslide.

Is food included?

Yes. Snacks and a meal are included. The meal has included chicken, rice or potatoes, vegetables, and salad.

Are drinks included?

Yes. The package includes various drinks, including beer and cava.

Can I see dolphins or turtles?

You might see dolphins, turtles, flying fish, or other marine life, but sightings are not guaranteed.

What languages are available?

The crew or host can provide service in English, French, Italian, and Spanish.

Is the yacht wheelchair accessible?

The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. If you need specific boarding or water-access support, confirm the arrangements before booking.

What should I bring?

Bring a camera, sunscreen, a towel, and a hat. You should also expect to get wet during the water activities.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.