The 15 Best Snorkeling Trips in Gran Canaria

1.Puerto de Mogan: Boat and Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 855 reviews · 3 hours · from $69Our pick

From Puerto de Mogan, Marta and Ruben take you along Gran Canaria’s cliffs toward Tasarte, then anchor at El Perchel for about 90 minutes of snorkeling. Expect fish-spotting tips, gear, drinks, photos, and a simple Spanish lunch of potatoes with mojo, omelette, bread, and fruit. It suits families with confident swimmers.

“lovely trip out. Host are incredibly welcoming and informative. Free added extras which is so unusual, photos taken, drone footage, paddle board available all in the original purchase. No extra charge. A really refreshing change.”

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2.3h Boat Trip + Snorkeling in Puerto de Mogan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 785 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71Top rated

Join Ruben and Marta for a three-hour boat trip from Puerto de Mogán along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. You’ll pass rugged cliffs, swim and snorkel at the protected cove of El Perchel, and have Canarian tapas and unlimited drinks onboard. Snorkel gear and a paddleboard are included; photos and drone footage are provided when weather permits.

“Amazing food that our hosts continued to replenish untill we were full, great snorkelling with Ruben able to tell us lots of information about the fish we would see. Highly recommend and great value for price, we went as a couple but seen many young families having a good time”

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3.Las Palmas: Las Canteras Beach Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 416 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $46Best value

Meet your instructor at Emoción Apnea’s office, get fitted with snorkeling gear, then explore Las Canteras’ rocky seabed for 1 to 1.5 hours, with a maximum depth of 5 meters. Guides have included Yemi, Juan Carlos, and Jenni, though your instructor may vary. Expect a safety briefing, help spotting sea life, and water and fruit afterward.

“Yemi and juan carlos are the best, they took beautiful pictures and made me feel welcomed. It will not be the last time i m booking activities with them.”

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4.Shared yacht excursion with beverages, lunch and snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 339 reviews · from $78

Set sail from Puerto Rico with a group of up to 12, a welcome glass of cava and an open bar of beer, sangria, soft drinks and juice. Head toward Mogán’s sea-access-only Perchel cove for swimming, snorkeling and paddleboarding, with a tapas-style spread on board. South-coast hotel pickup is available when arranged in advance.

“Everything was spot on couldn’t of asked for a better trip”

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5.Mogán: Guided Kayak to Caves and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 329 reviews · 4 hours · from $77

Paddle the coast with Yukan Outdoor Gran Canaria, entering volcanic caves and stopping to snorkel in clear water. You can try optional cliff jumps, with guides such as Ari and Manuel leading the way when scheduled. Kayak and snorkel gear, a snack, and a sports drink are included. You must be able to swim and carry a kayak 80 meters.

“We really enjoyed the caves. Especially swimming through them was exciting.”

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6.Kayaking Adventure Route with Snorkeling in Mogan Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 316 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $62

Paddle along Gran Canaria’s Mogán cliffs, visit sea caves when conditions allow, then swim, snorkel, and pause on a beach. RockNatour supplies kayaks, snorkel gear, and waterproof jackets. Guides such as Pablo and Dani lead groups of up to 15. You need to swim confidently, understand English or Spanish, and meet the stated age, fitness, and BMI requirements.

“Booked the tour with 2 children age 14 and my friend. It was a great way to explore the ocean. Also really good for us to get out of our comfort zone, jumping off a cliff!”

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7.Puerto Mogán: Guided Adventure Kayak Tour in Caves & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 294 reviews · from $74

Paddle a 4 km stretch of Gran Canaria’s volcanic coast in a two-seat kayak with RockNatour guide Pablo or another local guide. The four-hour trip includes sea caves, optional cave swimming and cliff jumps, plus a snorkel stop at a wild beach. You need to swim confidently and be ready for a sporty outing.

“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”

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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

From Puerto Rico, Panda Boats runs a four-to-five-hour coastal outing for up to 12 people, with snorkeling gear, floating platforms, lunch and drinks included. Expect a relaxed boat ride and time at an anchorage near Playa de Veneguera. Hotel pickup is offered, but jet skis are not included in the price.

“De boottocht was fantastisch, zeker een aanrader. Prima mensen, genoeg drinken en heerlijk eten. Al hadden we geboekt voor de ochtend, kregen we de avond van te voren door dat t de middag zou worden. Dit was nu geen probleem, maar wel slordig. Dit had met rechtstreeks boeken wellicht niet gebeurd. Overal op t eiland bieden ze dit aan.”

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9.Sailing Trip and Snorkeling (max. 8 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $92

Join Marek and Mara aboard the New Karolka for a four-hour sail from Puerto de Mogán, with room for no more than eight people. You can help hoist the sails or try the helm, then stop in a sheltered bay for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and lunch with drinks. Hotel pickup is offered, with the time sent by email.

“My husband and I had a lovely time sailing with you. Thank you for picking us up from Sonneland, and getting us back safely. The hospitality onboard was superb, we enjoyed the lunch and refreshments. The stop at the cove to swim with the fish was fantastic. We was lucky to see the turtle and flying fish. We loved everything about this trip, we was in safe hands and it was very relaxing. Morgan harbour was so pretty, and the sea so calm. This trip is VIP and will definitely be returning in the future. Thank you so much.”

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10.Kayak & Snorkeling Tour in Caves in Mogan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 153 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $77

From Playa de Taurito, a guide leads your private group by ocean kayak along white cliffs and into volcanic caves. After landing at a quieter beach, you can snorkel with provided gear, try paddle boarding, or relax. Snacks, wetsuits, insurance, and a guide are included. You need to swim, be in healthy condition, and carry a kayak for 50 metres.

“Have a nice excursion Stop on a beach for diving with fish very well as passing through the cavesAuto-translated”

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11.Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 105 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Meet your English-speaking guide at the activity center in Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria, get fitted with snorkeling gear, then head to a local beach for 45 to 60 minutes in the water. The guide leads the route and helps you identify marine life. The group is limited to eight.

“Not much to see. Staff was good. But just Rocks with some fish. We were back 1/2 before schedule.”

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12.Snorkeling in Gran Canaria with Hotel Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66

Join Leagues Ahead Diving for a three-hour snorkel outing from southern Gran Canaria, with hotel pickup, a fitted wetsuit and a PADI guide. You’ll visit Amadores Bay or Puerto de Mogán, depending on conditions, and get a safety briefing before heading into the water. Guides including Sophie, James, Fatima and Kyle help newcomers spot marine life and feel at ease.

“We booked a last minute snorkeling tour & couldn't praise the team at Leagues Ahead enough. Our party was myself, my twin 16yr old sons & my best friend & travel buddy. We've all been snorkeling before, but the boys were a little nervous about deep water. Firstly Sophie...she's incredible, so friendly, so quick to respond & incredibly helpful. From hotel pick up, to admin on arrival (with fresh coffee) to kitting up the atmosphere in the dive centre couldn't be more friendly & relaxed. We had Ben, Paulo, & Anthony with us in the water. We had a full brief on arrival at the site, a chat about the…”

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13.Shared Yacht Tour with Drinks Lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $90

Set sail from Puerto Rico on a four-hour yacht trip along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. Swim and snorkel near Perchel, try a paddleboard, and enjoy snacks and an open bar. Hotel pickup is offered, and the group is capped at 12. Crew names mentioned include Jonny and Suso, though the team may vary.

“Very pleasant experience. Very organized and all the staff very attentive, especially Sole in charge of the transfer from the hotel and Vero on the boat.Auto-translated”

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14.Snorkel tour with boat on the west coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 57 reviews · 3 hours · from $81

Set out from Puerto de Mogán in a rigid inflatable boat to see the southwest coast’s cliffs and caves, then snorkel in a sheltered bay with an instructor in the water. Hotel pickup is available in five southern resorts. The tour lasts about three to three and a half hours, with English, Spanish, French, German, and Dutch spoken.

“leuke gids, veel informatie en hij sprak maar liefst 8 talen. door natuurlijke omstandigheden konden we niet vanaf de boot snorkelen maar zijn we via de kust het water ingegaan. Heel veel mooie vissen gezien!”

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15.Private yacht excursion with Aperitif, drinks and snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 53 reviews · 4 hours

Set sail from Puerto Rico on a private yacht for up to eight people at the listed $650 group price. A captain takes you toward Mogán and Perchel Cove for swimming, snorkeling and paddleboarding, with cava, snacks and an open bar included. Hotel pickup in the south of Gran Canaria must be arranged in advance. Past captains named by guests include Christian and Ronnie.

“amazing experience- Christian was a great host! would recommend to everyone”

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