Papagayo: kayak and snorkel tour with photos from Playa Blanca
4.8516 reviews
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3.5-hour guided kayak trip from Playa Blanca to Papagayo beach, with a swim and snorkel stop, picnic snacks and photos included. Rated 4.8/5 from 516 reviews.
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Spanish, English, French
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- Guide languages
- Spanish · English · French
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- 5+
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- About 2 hours of kayaking below the Papagayo cliffs
- Snorkelling in clear water
- Picnic on Papagayo beach
- Trip photos included
- No previous experience needed
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Our take
With 4.8 out of 5 from over 500 reviews, it's one of the best-rated activities in southern Lanzarote, and reaching Papagayo by paddling under the cliffs beats the dirt road. At €45 with photos and a picnic, it's very good value.
What's included
- Kayak and snorkel gear
- Photos
- Picnic snacks
- Insurance
Good to know
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Flip-flops or water shoes
Not suitable for
- Children under 5
- People with mobility impairments
Things to keep in mind
- May be cancelled in bad weather
- Groups of up to 20 people
Meeting point
Kayak Lanzarote, behind the LIVVO Mirador Papagayo hotel, Calle Las Palmas 5, Playa Blanca.
The activity starts with a safety and paddling briefing before heading out to Papagayo.
The experience
What you will see
- The Papagayo cliffs from the water.
- Papagayo beach and its turquoise water.
- The local sea life with mask and snorkel.
How it works
After a safety briefing at the base behind the LIVVO Mirador Papagayo hotel, you paddle for about an hour to Papagayo with photo stops while the guide explains the area's history and geography. On the beach there's a picnic, snorkelling and free time, then you paddle back to the start.
Who I recommend it for
- Families with children aged 5 and up.
- Beginners wanting to try sea kayaking.
Who I don't recommend it for
- People with reduced mobility.
- Anyone not comfortable paddling for around two hours.
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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