The 15 Best Boat Trips from Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria

1.Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,520 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $47Our pick

Join Spirit of the Sea from Puerto Rico for a 2.5-hour cetacean cruise along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. A multilingual crew helps you identify dolphins, whales, turtles, and other marine life. The boat has a glass-bottom viewing area, bar, toilets, and an optional return ticket if no cetaceans appear.

“We were picked up in a clean air conditioned bus and transported straight to the port. Once in the bud the guides we’re friendly and spoke it all various languages to ensure everyone was included. There were alot of people experiencing sea sickness but the crew were well prepared for this and frequently checked on people who were feeling unwell. We saw lots of dolphins and my 5 year old thoroughly enjoyed her experience too! The coach was there when we got off the boat too ready to collect us and kindly waited for my daughter to use the toilets near by. Great value for money and it being 2.5…”

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2.Jetski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 949 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $82

Take your own jetski from Puerto Base and follow a Spanish or English-speaking guide along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. Choose 30 minutes or up to an hour, share one ski if you wish, and watch for flying fish, dolphins, and turtles. Photos may be available for an extra fee.

“Excellent fully recommend , excellent value for money for the 30mins which seemed like we got some additional time”

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3.Parasailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 588 reviews · 10 - 12 minutes · from $47

Fly above Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria with a Spanish and English-speaking crew, choosing a 150 or 300-meter line. Your 10 to 12-minute flight can carry one, two, or three people. Expect a boat ride, safety gear, coastal views, and a lively crew that may include Carlos, Esther, Peter, or Messi.

“It was a great experience, definitely recommended!! The guides were very nice and patient. All went smoothly👍”

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4.Dolphin and Whales watching cruise from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 508 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Set out from Puerto Rico aboard Spirit of the Sea for a 2.5-hour search for dolphins, whales, turtles, and seabirds. Watch from the open deck or glass-bottom viewing area, hear commentary from the multilingual crew, and consider the swim-stop and resort-transfer upgrade. Captain Lorenzo is often at the helm.

“It was a horrible experience. You feel sick the whole time (and I usually don’t get seasick), and so did the other passengers. For children, it’s a shocking experience. They should mention that instead of showing only the romantic side of the trip. You feel so sick that you can’t even see dolphins.”

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5.Dolphin and Whale Cruise in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 477 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Cruise from Puerto Rico aboard Spirit of the Sea for 2.5 hours along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. Look for dolphins, whales, turtles, flying fish, and other marine life, then use the glass-bottom viewing area or join a possible swim stop. Free soft drinks, hotel transfers, and a rebooking option are available.

“It was horrible and Im a very easy person to please. We didnt do any of the things they say they were gonna do. We didnt see any animals, we didnt stop 30 minutes for the swimming part and they did not serve any drinks. Apart from this a woman was vomiting cuz the boat was very unstable and we were on a moving boat for 2 hours and 30 minutes nonstop. Very cold as well.”

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6.Boat trip along the coast w/ Food & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 283 reviews · 4 hours · from $47

Spend four hours aboard the Princesa Ico catamaran from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria. Cruise past beaches and cliffs, stop in a sheltered bay for swimming and food, and use the underwater viewing area. Sergio, Abdera, Yeray, and the crew offer optional cave, jet-ski, and parasailing activities.

“Personal staff was amazing! Exceptional trip to repeat (: the activities was exciting, food was good, I would repeat again”

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7.Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria: Boat Tour with Tapas and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 275 reviews · 4 hours · from $88

Spend four hours aboard Panda Boat Canarias, sailing from Puerto Rico along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. Your crew provides tapas, beer, sangria, snorkeling gear, and paddleboards, with time to swim at anchor. Optional jet skiing, parasailing, and e-surfing cost extra.

“Although the hotel we were staying at was not on the pickup list they were very accommodating and picked us up and dropped us off. The food was great and it was a great way of meeting people. We all had a great afternoon taking in the views, swimming and sunbathing. Great trip.”

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8.4 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 aboard a small boat from Puerto Rico or Mogán, with coastal views, snorkeling at Playa de Veneguera, lunch, drinks, and floating platforms. Pickup is offered, groups are capped at 12, and jet ski activities cost extra.

“Amazing experience! Worth every penny! Tapas were delicious and fresh! Instructions were clear and staff very friendly!”

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9.2 hour Dolphin Catamaran Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 129 reviews · 2 hours · from $41Best value

Sail for two hours from Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, on a spacious catamaran with English or Spanish crew. Watch for dolphins, whales, turtles, and flying fish, enjoy one soft drink, and use the repeat-ticket promise if no dolphin or whale appears. Captain Miguel may be at the helm.

“Wszystko super , uśmiechnięta i uprzejma załoga, a szczególnie wspaniały Kapitan Miguel. Pozdrawiam z Polski”

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10.Dirt Buggy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews · from $147

Drive your own powerful buggy from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria along southern coastal tracks and mountain dirt roads. A Spanish or English-speaking guide leads the way, helps first-time drivers, and points out wildlife and viewpoints. Expect dust, sharp turns, strong views, and a full 2.5 hours behind the wheel.

“Had an excellent time, goggles were provided but would recommend bringing your own scarf to cover your mouth & wearing old clothing etc as you will end up covered in dust! Our guide was a lovely man, very friendly & kind! Also recommend bringing a big bottle of water with you! We may be back to do it again before the end of our trip as it was such a thrill & we really enjoyed it :)”

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11.4-Hour Catamaran Excursion in the South

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 51 reviews · 4 hours · from $65

Sail from Puerto Rico along Gran Canaria’s south coast on a four-hour catamaran trip with hotel-area pickup, lunch, included drinks, snorkeling, a banana ride, and a swim stop. You’ll see cliffs, sea caves, and beaches, with dolphin sightings possible but not promised.

“They put us on the wrong boat - asked which one and ended up on the big cat! Beware!”

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12.Premium Dolphin Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 40 reviews · 4 hours · from $75

Spend four hours aboard a large catamaran from Puerto Rico, watching for dolphins, whales, turtles, and flying fish. You’ll see sea caves, cliffs, and beaches, then stop to swim, snorkel, and ride a banana boat. The crew includes the much-praised Domingo, and hotel pickup is available across southern Gran Canaria.

“Very nice big catamaran, we saw the dolphins, the only downside in my opinion was the lunch which wasn’t very good”

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13.Jet Ski Safari in Puerto Rico

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Meet Canary WaterSports at Puerto Escala in Puerto Rico, Mogán, then reach the offshore Jet Ski platform by jet ski or boat. A guide marks the circuit or leads a one-hour safari around Playa Puerto Rico. The activity is in English, mobile-ticket friendly, and limited to eight people.

“Diese Truppe aus Puerto Rico sind einfach klasse. Sehr nette und vor allem sehr lockere Leute die auch sehr entgegenkommend sind würde ich jederzeit wieder buchen. Eine mega spaß faktor einfach nur KLASSE 😁👍🌊”

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14.Scuba Diving Experience at Arguineguin and Puerto Rico

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $119Top rated

Start at Scuba Sur in Mogán, complete a safety briefing, then head by boat for a 25 to 30-minute introductory scuba session. Instructors such as Kadri, Anita, and Joris are known for patient guidance, clear hand signals, and careful attention to beginners. Ages 12 and up are welcome.

“Experienced diver here. I like to do my homework before travelling and Anita at Scuba Sur answered all my questions quickly and in detail, unlike some nearby operators. I dropped my gear off the day before diving and met the multilingual team which confirm I’d made the right choice.”

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15.Gran Canaria Catamaran Cruise from Puerto Rico

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 8 reviews · from $72

Sail from Puerto Rico along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast on a four-hour catamaran trip. You’ll have time to swim and snorkel, ride a banana boat, watch for dolphins and turtles, and enjoy lunch and drinks. Pickup is available from several southern resorts, but activity details may vary.

“Sikkerheden var ikke i top, særlig i forbindelse med afstigning efter bananturen. Maden var under middel. Fair nok det skal være primitiv men det var ikke særlig appetitlig. Det var positiv at der ikke var mange på båden, så pladsen var ok.”

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