Top Canary Islands Day Trips

Explore the idyllic island of La Gomera, a place replete with spectacular sights and authentic culture, on a full-day trip from Tenerife. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, discover the highlights of the gem of the Canarian archipelago, gaze at panoramic vistas of Tenerife Mount Teide volcano, and visit legendary landmarks like Torre del Conde in San Sebastian.

Discover the magnificent landscapes that surround Tenerife’s Mt. Teide and the Masca Valley on an exhilarating full-day excursion. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Teide National Park on a voyage of natural discovery; gaze at sweeping volcanic panoramas and capture photographs of the island’s unique dragon tree. Ascend to Vilaflor, one of Spain’s highest villages, and enjoy leisurely time in Masca and Garachico, provincial villages cradled by rolling hills. Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation on this fascinating tour.

Explore the mountainous heart of Gran Canaria on this full-day tour from Las Palmas. See the Roque Nublo pinnacle; enjoy views from Pico de las Nieves, the island’s highest point; and have lunch in Los Llanos de la Pez’ pine forest. Plus, see the Cruz de Tejeda, visit historical villages like San Mateo, and sample local cheese, apple cider, and other produce. Transport, guide, and hotel and central pickup and drop-off in Las Palmas included.

On this full-day excursion to La Gomera — an idyllic Canary island — from Tenerife, you’ll get acquainted with local culture and admire spectacular sights with a guide. Travel with ease to and through the island, and explore Garajonay National Park, El Cedro forest and the island’s capital, San Sebastian. Lunch, a boat ride and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Visit one of Spain’s largest Canary Islands, Tenerife, and become familiar with its gastronomy on this 8-hour tour. In the UNESCO-listed town of San Cristóbal de La Laguna, spend time sampling local wine and cheese at two popular wineries before relaxing over a 4-course meal with wine. Then, pop over to the fishing village of Candelaria to learn about its religious background, and check off its must-see sights.

Tenerife is one of the world’s top destinations for spotting whales and dolphins and this small-group tour, with a maximum of 12 travelers onboard your yacht, lets you experience these magnificent creatures in style. Sip beer, wine, soft drinks and water, and eat ham and cheese baguettes (vegetarian and vegan options available on request) as you glide through the water and look up at the bird life high above.

Discover the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean on this Bahriyeli boat tour from Los Cristianos Harbor. You won’t have to worry about missing a whale or dolphin sighting as you have experienced crew members to answer your questions, and point out any marine sightings. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city, and get fantastic views and photo opportunities of Mount Teide, the Tenerife coastline, and marine life.

Gain insight into Tenerife’s underwater world and travel into waters that are home to diverse ecosystems with this catamaran adventure. Going on a marine life themed tour has the benefit of traveling with crew who are familiar with the places where whales and dolphins have been spotted before. Relax as you travel, and benefit from the onboard perk of having delicious food and drinks included.

Tenerife is known for its abundance of marine life, but knowing exactly where to go for wildlife sightings can be tricky without insider knowledge. With this combination of a boat tour and a snorkeling adventure, travel to the natural habitat of turtles. Also, sail past a spot where dolphins and whales have been spotted before. Enjoy free time to hop off the boat and go snorkeling—and perhaps even have a close encounter with turtles if you're lucky.

The Atlantic waters of Tenerife’s Costa Adeje are home to five different species of dolphins, including bottlenose, striped, and common dolphins. On this tour, paddle around the beaches and bays on a sea kayak, enjoy spectacular ocean views, and have the chance to cruise among pods of wild dolphins in their natural environment.

If you’re limited on time, but still want to see whales and dolphins while touring the Spanish Coast, this Costa Adeje Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch is the perfect solution. Set out on the water with a small-group and guide to keep a lookout for dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Plus, you’ll enjoy food and drinks on the catamaran’s spacious sundecks.

Rather than going to Tenerife's famous viewpoints that often draw crowds, this tandem paragliding experience allows you to take in panoramic views that most visitors miss. Fly over the island with a pilot who will assist you throughout the journey and provide expert guidance. The experience is suitable for beginners and includes certified safety equipment for complete peace of mind.

Sail away for a day of luxury, food, and fun during this sailing excursion from Tenerife. Spend your day swimming, eating, and relaxing on board your sailing vessel, enjoying the majestic views of the Costa Adeje and keeping your eyes peeled for marine life like whales and dolphins. Round-trip hotel transport, plus snacks and beverages are included. If you want to further upgrade your experience, an optional celebration package offers paella, Spanish Cava, wine, and dessert.

Take the guesswork out of spotting local marine life and let a guide take you on an adventure to a place where dolphins and turtles have been spotted before on this kayaking tour. Start at Los Cristianos beach and paddle towards the cliffs of Guaza with a break to admire the local scenery. The trip also includes time to go snorkeling with equipment included for extra convenience.

Explore the seas around Tenerife on this small-group cruise in a genuine and tasteful sailing boat. Enjoy snacks and drinks on board as you watch dolphins and whales swim by and listen to their calls with state-of-the-art sonar equipment. The captain of the boat is an experienced local sailor who answers any questions about these spectacular animals. After lunch, provided on board, take some time to jump on the water and swim or snorkel.

The landscapes of southern Gran Canaria are best viewed from the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. On this sailing tour, you get to choose your level of adventure. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the sea breezes, or joint the crew as you learn how to handle the boat. Head out into the water in the morning or afternoon, with lunch served onboard.

Experience Gran Canaria like a local with this fully customizable tour of the island. You'll skip the touristy spots and instead make your way out to the heart of the island to see beautiful natural areas, magnificent viewpoints, and traditional villages, with a stop for a homemade picnic lunch along the way.

Experience the authentic side of Gran Canaria far from the crowds and beaches. Head up to the rim of Caldera de Bandama to take in the views over the island before venturing into the volcanic crater itself, learning about its formation and ecosystem from your guide. After your hike, relax at a local cellar where you’ll meet the winemaker and taste a number of unique wines.

Look for whales and dolphins off Gran Canaria on a marine-sightseeing cruise from Puerto Rico. Board a comfortable boat and sail into the Atlantic to spot dolphins, pilot, and minke whales, and more. Watch from the deck or through underwater windows, enjoy unlimited sodas, and purchase snacks and alcoholic drinks (own expense). Choose from different departure times, and upgrade to enjoy a longer cruise with a swim stop, and for convenient round-trip transfers from selected resorts.

Maximize your time on Gran Canaria, and explore with a local guide to discover the authentic island culture, away from the main tourist trail. Let your private guide lead the way, and steer you to sights like the Rainbow Rocks or Pico de las Nieves, or organize a route that takes in the sights you have in mind; it's a customizable day trip that's created around you.

See whales, dolphins, and other marine life from a small boat on this educational, eco-friendly whale-watching tour led by biologists that has a maximum of ten guests. The tours depart three times per day from south Tenerife, where you’ll not only observe whales and dolphins but get to listen to them via hydrophone, too.

Unleash your inner adventurer on a 2-hour Tenerife jet ski tour. Choose to ride a single-seater or a double-seater jet ski with a friend, and bounce over the Atlantic past cliffs and beaches, led by a guide boat. Admire the scenery, watch for dolphins and whales, visit sea caves, and enjoy an optional swim.

Tenerife’s waters are a haven for marine life, including sea turtles, but knowing where to enjoy sightings is something the locals are best at. This snorkeling trip from Costa Adeje takes you straight to key viewing spots, and includes snorkeling gear so you don’t need your own equipment. Simply board the boat, relax as you cruise to selected bays and coves, and enjoy guided snorkels to watch for turtles, fish, and other underwater life.

Splash into the clear, colorful waters of Gran Canaria on this introductory scuba diving experience. Learn essential scuba tools and techniques during an hour-long lesson in an outdoor pool, and then put your new knowledge into action with a 1-hour dive at a Puerto Rico scuba site, with your professional instructor by your side. After swimming among the fantastic coral formations and fish, you’ll be well on your way to earning PADI scuba certification.