The 6 Best Lanzarote Snorkeling Tours

1.Lanzarote: Kayak and Snorkeling at Papagayo Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 430 reviews · 3 hours · from $58Our pick

Kayak from Kayak Lanzarote toward Papagayo Beach with guides such as Denise or Ismail, stopping for photos and local stories before snorkeling among fish in clear water. The three-hour outing includes equipment, snacks, insurance, and instruction for first-time sea kayakers.

“Our guides were friendly and informative The safety brief and instructions were very thorough and the instructors were very professional and bilingual which was impressive. The sea was perfect and the route beautiful We are a couple in our mid to late fifties and really enjoyed ourselves Would highly recommended to everyone Lisa & Dave Fretton”

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2.Kayak & Snorkelling in Papagayo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 257 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $62Top rated

Paddle from Playa Blanca toward Playa de Papagayo with guides such as Ismael, Monica, Denise, or Marlo. You’ll receive kayaking instruction, a life jacket, snorkel gear, wetsuit, and dry bag, then stop for beach snorkeling and a light picnic of water, fruit, and chocolate.

“Entering and exiting the waves with the kayak. Also a very good guide: Ismail. We actually saw more fish than expected”

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3.Puerto del Carmen: Snorkeling Trip with Dive Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 93 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

At Playa Chica in Puerto del Carmen, a PADI-certified instructor teaches you to use Scubapro gear before leading a gentle, one-hour shore snorkel. Guides including Igor, Raul, Elva, and Mo help beginners spot fish and feel calm in the water. The small group is limited to 10.

“The experience was absolutely incredible! It was the first time snorkelling for me and my boyfriend and we were quite nervous! Our instructor Raul made us feel so safe and guided us through everything! The fish were amazing and we couldn't recommend this experience more!!”

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4.Dolphin Watching Mini Cruise and Snorkeling from Lanzarote

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 72 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48Best value

Board the Biosfera Jet at Puerto del Carmen for a fast 90-minute coastal cruise. You will receive a safety briefing, search for dolphins in the open sea, and stop for a short swim or snorkel. Sightings are not guaranteed, and hotel transfers are not included.

“Pleasant trip but unfortunately no dolphins. Would be better if snacks on board, snorkeling for longer and snorkeling taking place in middle of trip (10 mins after snorkeling we were back so still wet and had to get changed off the boat)”

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5.Costa Teguise: Guided 2-hour Snorkeling Tour for all levels

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 64 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Start with a short lesson at 2:30 PM, then practice in shallow water before snorkeling through a sheltered Costa Teguise bay. Guides such as Axel, Luca, Liam, and Goetz offer calm, personal help, while provided suits, masks, fins, and snorkels make this suitable for beginners and experienced swimmers.

“Very fun relaxed atmosphere. Good & informative if you haven’t snorkelled before. Axel was a great instructor. We saw an electric ray & lots of fish!”

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6.Flamingo Beach: Guided SUP and Snorkeling experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 36 reviews · 2 hours · from $69

Join a group of up to nine in Playa Blanca for a two-hour SUP and snorkeling session. Guides such as Lara, Mara, Laura, and Chiara teach beginners, explain local fish, provide photos and videos, and include pickup within Playa Blanca.

“We had a great time - she was really good in helping us learn. We will do it again when we are back! Thanks!”

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