Documentary review: 2 November 2026. Check notices, bookings and conditions for your date. We do not claim to have personally tested these experiences.
Las Canteras: promenade, swimming or a lesson
The promenade lets you enjoy the beach without entering the water. For surfing, kayaking or snorkelling, ask about meeting point, required ability and adjustments for changing conditions.
Do not assume one area’s conditions apply across the bay. Follow flags and designated zones; after cancellation keep a walk or town visit rather than seeking another water entry without information.
Maspalomas: understand the boundaries first
The dunes form part of a protected reserve. Use viewpoints and designated trails, keeping away from vegetation and wildlife, particularly around the lagoon.
You do not need to cross all the sand to enjoy it. Depending on heat and mobility, the lighthouse promenade or a viewpoint may suit you better than a long sand walk.
Mogán and boats: check the departure harbour
Puerto de Mogán and Puerto Rico are not interchangeable departure points. Read your confirmation and distinguish hotel transfer, boat trip and stops.
Wildlife observation does not guarantee sightings. Check whether swimming is included and in what conditions; a harbour call does not mean unlimited free time.
One water experience, with time to rest
Surfing, kayaking and scuba diving are not equivalent or suitable for everyone. Discuss swimming ability, age and health requirements with the operator and choose one main activity.
For scuba, agree on intervals before flying and travelling to altitude. Departure day has no water activities: leave room for luggage, transfers and LPA.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE AN EXPERIENCE
Another way to discover the island.
Choose an option that fits your day. Check pickup, language, mobility and conditions before booking.
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01 / Viator · VIMOTIONS / MOJOSURF
Beginner paddleboarding at Las Canteras
A SUP lesson for discovering the coast from the water. It replaces a longer beach walk; this is not a conventional surfing lesson or a kayak trip.
MOJOSURF meeting point, Calle Perú 20, Las Palmas. The listing requires swimming ability; confirm age limits, timing and sea conditions with the organiser.
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02 / Viator · Keeper Uno
Puerto de Mogán: a wildlife boat trip
A boat experience from Puerto de Mogán as an alternative to southwest-coast visits. Wildlife and stops depend on sea conditions.
Listed departure at Explanada del Castillete 163, Puerto de Mogán, not Puerto Rico. Confirm meeting details, transport and inclusions. Sightings are not guaranteed.
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03 / Viator · Surf Canaries
Surf Canaries: a lesson from Playa del Inglés
Spend part of the southern day learning to surf with an instructor. The activity starts from Playa del Inglés; the practice beach may change with sea conditions.
Confirm the Surf Canaries meeting point at Playa del Inglés’s Anexo II, timing, fitness, swimming ability and equipment. Operator and Viator give different unit references: follow your current confirmation.
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04 / Viator · RockNatour Experiences
Taurito: sea-cave kayaking and snorkelling adventure
A coastal adventure with RockNatour as an alternative to the southwest’s land-based itinerary. The meeting point is in Taurito.
Listed meeting at Calle Alhambra 6, opposite Princess Taurito. Confirm fitness, swimming ability, age, language and sea conditions. Cave entry and snorkelling depend on conditions.
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05 / Viator · Blue Water Diving
Puerto Rico: introductory scuba experience
A scuba introduction with Blue Water Diving in Puerto Rico. Allow time for preparation and replace other visits in the southern day.
Meet at Blue Water Diving; hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Confirm medical and age requirements and intervals before flying or travelling to altitude. No diving on departure day.
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Can I walk anywhere in the dunes?
No. Follow designated paths and signs. Photography or beach access does not justify leaving them.
Are dolphin sightings guaranteed?
No. These are wild animals. Check the product and its no-sighting policy.
Can I book water activities on flight day?
Our plan does not include this. Prioritise LPA and, for scuba, agree the pre-flight interval with the centre.
FROM PLACE TO TRIP
What you want to see, in five days.
Organised excursions are alternatives to independent visits. You do not need to do both to enjoy the island.