Tenerife: Snorkel with Turtles

Tenerife



Swim with sea turtles and other marine life on this amazing snorkeling tour in Tenerife. Enjoy a boat ride through the Natural Protected area Malpais de Rasca. Go home with free pictures to remember the experience.

This snorkeling tour in southern Tenerife suits swimmers seeking to explore marine life, including turtles, with expert guidance in a protected natural area.

Highlights

  • Snorkel with turtles and other marine life in their natural environment
  • Enjoy a boat ride through the protected Malpaís de Rasca coastal area
  • Guidance from an expert freediving instructor
  • Small-group eco tour respecting marine wildlife
  • Free photos of your ocean adventure provided

Description

Begin with a scenic 15-minute boat ride along Tenerife’s south coast, through the protected volcanic landscape of Malpaís de Rasca. The route offers views of cliffs, lava formations, and clear Atlantic waters visible only from the sea.

After reaching the snorkeling site, spend one hour in the water exploring Tenerife’s marine environment. You may encounter sea turtles and a variety of local fish species.

An expert freediving instructor provides a safety briefing and ongoing support throughout the tour, accommodating all experience levels to ensure comfort and confidence in the water.

This small-group tour follows responsible ecotourism guidelines to minimize environmental impact and maintain respectful distances from wildlife, making each excursion unique and authentic. Marine life sightings cannot be guaranteed as animals roam freely in their natural habitat.

At the end of your experience, you will receive complimentary photos to remember your snorkeling adventure.

Includes

  • Boat trip
  • Experienced instructor
  • Insurance
  • Wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and fins
  • Photos

Excludes

  • Video

Important Information

  • Swimming ability is required
  • Previous snorkeling experience is helpful but not mandatory
  • Turtle sightings are likely but not guaranteed due to natural animal behavior
  • The provider will contact you 24 hours before the tour via WhatsApp or email to request snorkeling equipment sizes
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the activity starts

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your spot. Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen. Morning tours offer calmer seas for snorkeling.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can expect a guided snorkeling experience in southern Tenerife, exploring marine life including turtles, with an expert freediving instructor in the protected Malpaís de Rasca area.
The tour takes place along the southern coast of Tenerife, specifically in the protected volcanic coastal area of Malpaís de Rasca.
An expert freediving instructor leads the snorkeling tour, providing guidance and ensuring safety while exploring marine life.
The tour is suited for swimmers comfortable with snorkeling, but it is best to check your swimming ability as expert guidance is provided.
Yes, free photos of your ocean adventure are provided as part of the snorkeling tour.
Yes, the tour is designed to allow you to snorkel with turtles in their natural environment along Tenerife’s protected coast.
The scenic boat ride lasts approximately 15 minutes before you begin snorkeling in the coastal area of Malpaís de Rasca.
Yes, the tour operates as a small-group eco tour to minimize environmental impact and protect marine wildlife.
Participants must respect the marine environment and follow the instructor’s guidelines to protect the turtles and other wildlife.
Check the tour website for current availability and booking hours as they may vary seasonally.

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