Gran Canaria · CANOES & KAYAKS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 9 kayak trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Paddle from Taurito Beach with Yukan Outdoor Gran Canaria guides such as Manuel or Ari, entering volcanic sea caves, stopping to snorkel at Playa de Tiritana, and choosing from several cliff jumps. Kayaking is active work, but equipment, snacks, drinks, insurance, and guidance are included.
“We really enjoyed the caves. Especially swimming through them was exciting.”
Paddle from Taurito along Gran Canaria’s Mogan Cliffs, stopping to snorkel, swim through sea caves, rest on a beach, and try a cliff jump. RockNatour guides Pablo and Dani lead small groups, provide kayaks and safety gear, and adjust the route to sea conditions.
“Absolutely worth it, 100%! Pablo is hilarious, and you can really tell he genuinely cares about making sure you have an amazing experience.”
Join RockNatour in Taurito for a four-hour, four-kilometre kayak trip along Gran Canaria’s volcanic coast. Pablo and his team guide you through sea caves, optional cliff jumps, cave swimming, and snorkeling at a wild beach. You need solid sea-swimming skills and a good level of fitness.
“It was a fantastic experience and honestly once a lifetime experience. Pablo is the best guide in this Kayaking experience and his special designed tour gave us so many first time and awesome experiences. He always says “it’s almost safe” but reality is you are in very good hands, Pablo makes sure you experience is exciting enough but yet still safe! Recommend anyone who’s up for a little adventure to seize this opportunity and follow Pablo and be together with the Ocean! Pablo is funny, experienced and the trip is very well organized. Giving 100 points!!!Read more”
From Playa de Taurito, Ari, Mani, or Dani guide your private group by ocean kayak past white cliffs and into volcanic caves. You’ll stop at a quieter beach for snorkeling, snacks, paddle boarding, and beachcombing, with gear, wetsuits, insurance, and cliff-jump options included.
“My partner and I had the best time. Mani and Ari are fantastic guides who were prepared for all activities, very professional and just wonderful people to spend the day with. They are very knowledgeable about the area and all activities, we felt extremely comfortable navigating the waters and caves with their guidance. We were able to try some activities for the first time, and had so much more fun than we thought possible. Thanks to Mani and Ari for the memories! :)”
Learn stand-up paddle surfing with an English- or Spanish-speaking instructor, then snorkel along Gran Canaria’s south or west coast. Small groups are limited to four, with hotel pickup in Playa del Inglés, San Agustín, and Meloneras. Dani is one guide praised for clear instruction, humor, and spotting fish and turtles.
“We had Dani as our guide and it was perfect. Neither of us had done Stand up padeling before but he explained the techniques very good and with a lot of humour. He showed us some spots with some very beatiful fish and even a turtle. All in all was the trip very nice and we had a lot of fun, especially with Dani. We would totally recommend it!”
Meet Mireille and a maximum of four other paddlers on the beach for a two-hour sunset SUP session. You’ll get a land lesson, warm-up, board practice, stretching, and GoPro photos. It suits beginners and mixed-ability groups, with Spanish and English guidance.
“It was so much fun to do, more of a workout than expected, but we had a great time!”
Meet Mireie from Sup Fit Yoga at Arguineguín for a two-hour beginner SUP lesson. Learn safety, paddle control, balance, and standing technique in a small group of up to four, then practice on the sea with time for views, fish, and possibly sunset photos.
“This experience was well worth the time and cost. Mireie was an excellent instructor who was very understanding, patient and encouraging. Even though my partner and I had very little experience with paddle boarding, she explained all the details and techniques very well which enabled us to thoroughly enjoy our time out on the water. Mireie talked us through how to handle the paddle board and safety information on the beach before we got into the water. Then, once we were in the water she got us to do some basic techniques like standing on the board and some balance exercises. Once we were confident we went out into the…”
Paddle from El Pajar to Montaña Arena with an English and Spanish speaking guide. Learn about an aboriginal archaeological site at Los Militares, then swim, snorkel, play beach games, enjoy snacks, and possibly spot turtles. Kayak gear, insurance, photos, and waterproof bags are included.
“Had a fantastic day kayaking. Very helpful, helped my mother who is not confident in the water and came snorkeling with me to show where the fish were. Highly recommend 😁”
Learn basic sea-canoeing technique in a short class, practice on land, then paddle through Alcaravaneras Bay with an instructor nearby. Groups are capped at four, and Aythami is one of the instructors named in the operator’s feedback.
“I had the best time ever! The guide was kind, knowledgeable, funny, and experienced. What a great way to explore the area.”
Pick a coast, a barranco or a table.
