5 water sports in Tenerife that will surprise you
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Offshore Sports: Scuba Diving
To get away from the shore and get to know whatthe sea is like in its depths, we recommend an ideal activity for it. And that in addition, it is one of the mosts popular in Tenerife: diving. Although the Snorkeling It’s alsoéNot an optionOrn, nothing compares to equip yourself with An ox cylinderíand breathe under the water, see the fauna and know landscapes that mostpeople willnot see.
Some of the mostcommon areas for diving in Tenerife are Los Gigantes (Atlantida), Puerto de la Cruz (La Catedral), Arona (Los Chuchos, Montaña Amarilla) and Radazul (La Escollera).
If you like to see marine species, but dive directly and practice diving in Tenerife It’s not your thing, we propose several options that adapt to your profile. On the one hand, there is to the sighting ofcetaceans, a very common activityin the south of the island. Itconsists of aboat excursion to see cetaceans and -generally- a swimin the sea and a light cocktail.
On the other hand, if you are looking to immerse yourself but without getting into the water -although it may seem impossible- we invite you to try the Submarinor Safari Tenerife. OrA submarine that takes a tour of the depths to see the different species of the coast and the ecosystem that surround them in the most beautiful way.ás cOrfashion.
The most popular water sports in Tenerife: surfing
If instead of diving under the waves you are one of those who prefer to ride them, surfing is your activity. It will be possible Iwould like to say that, of all the water sportsin Tenerife, this is one of the mosts practiced. So that you can enjoy it to the fullest Next, we present the most popular placesvisited by surfers:
Almáciga (Santa Cruz)
El Socorro (Los Realejos)
Punta Hidalgo (La Laguna)
La Caleta (Adeje)
El Socorro deGü imar (Güimar)
You can try surfing or bodyboarding if your balance is failing you or you simply don’t want to get up on the board.
Surfing has alot of possibilities that alsohave a place in the offer of water sportsin Tenerife, such as windsurfing and kitesurfing. For this, the strength of the wind and good waves are necessary, and the Médamage has both. It is one of the most important points arefamous and recommended to practice these sports.
It's time to paddle: paddle boarding and kayaking
Grab the paddle, practice your balance and jumpinto the water. Rowing sports are theideal choice to exercise and have fun at the same time. And with paddle surfing and kayaking this is guaranteed.
Paddle surfing and kayaking they are popular in the areas of Los Cristianos, Radazul, Costa Adeje or Las Teresitas beach in Santa Cruz. Places with areas of calm waters and gentle waves.
Sport and fun
For a dayat the beach with the family, practicing sports and full of fun,visit some beaches in the south such as Playa Fañabé or Las Torviscas, or part of Las Teresitas in Santa Cruz. In them you will find Thereis a wide range of fun activities: Jet skiing, banana boating, parascending, fly-fish, flyboard, water bikes, pedal boats, mats… The options are endless, for all tastes, ages and levels.
Relaxation and sport also combine well: fishing
Although there are manyoptions for water sportsin Tenerife, fishing is the most important thing to do.It has been practiced for some time, in Tenerife and in the world. If you are looking for tranquility and good views, time for yourself or to spend with the family, we help you discover the best places to go fishing:
Los Gigantes (Santiago del Teide)
Los Patos or El Bolillo (La Orotava)
San Juan Beach (Guíade Isora)
Garachico Pier
Rojas (El Sauzal)
If you prefer to go out by boat instead of fishing on your own from the rocks, it is possible to hire aboat and do deep sea fishing. In the different marinas, mainly located in the southern area (Marina de San Miguel in Puertito de Guímaror Marina de San Miguel in Las Galletas), it is possible to hire boats that offer this service.
This sport can be done 365 daysa year, although between May and September the appearanceof large species stands out.
If you are interested in knowing más on fishing, We invite you to Readr Our artíass Fishing in Tenerife: What you need to know before you start. And if you’re looking for más activities, don’t miss Map of Tenerife: your activities in the north and south of the island
Local Tip: Before going fishing somewhere check the tide schedule for that day.
Water sports in Tenerife concentrated in the same place: CIDEMAT
TheTenerife Marine Sports Centre (CIDEMAT) concentrates many of these sports: vLight Ela, Piragüism windsurfing, Surf fatherRuní náUtical… This is the ideal center to start training, since It has summer courses and specific monitored courses to get started. ¡And tambiéIt is not possible to celebrate birthdaysñyou!
The offer is wide and varied in Tenerife. Justchoose the activity you want and get on the go. Our island awaits you to marvel at its climate, the sea and its beaches. And of course, so that you can practice that water sportthat you have alwayswanted. Enjoyit!