Los Gigantes is a coastal town in the municipality of Santiago del Teide, in western Tenerife, known for cliffs up to 600 metres high. Unlike Los Cristianos, the kayak offer here is very limited: only one real activity combines kayaking with the Masca Bay area; most of what's on the water in the area is dolphin and whale watching boat cruises, without kayaking.
Kayak in Los Gigantes: quick facts
| Activity | Kayak, snorkel and boat leg to Masca Bay |
|---|---|
| Duration | About 2 hours, according to the GetYourGuide listing |
| Area | Los Gigantes, Santiago del Teide (western Tenerife) |
| Run by | A GetYourGuide-verified provider, independent of Kayak Tenerife |
| Price and times | Set by GetYourGuide when you book |
| Meeting point | To be confirmed · shown in the listing when you book |
| Minimum age and level | To be confirmed · check the listing before booking |
What the kayak trip in Los Gigantes includes
- A kayaking stretch along the cliff coast of Los Gigantes.
- A stop to snorkel.
- A boat leg to Masca Bay, the cove reachable only by sea or on foot through the Masca ravine.
- About 2 hours in total.
What exactly is or isn't covered by the price (equipment, insurance, photos, transport) is stated by the provider in the GetYourGuide listing; we don't copy it here because it can change.
Is kayaking in Los Gigantes right for you?
It suits you if you want to see the cliffs from the water and reach Masca Bay without paddling the whole way, and you're happy with an organised trip at a fixed time. It may not suit you if you want to rent a kayak by the hour and head out on your own, or a more sheltered coast for a first time: in that case look at the kayak and snorkeling tour in Palm-Mar or the kayak rental in Palm-Mar.
A deliberately small kayak offer
We checked GetYourGuide directly and, as of today, there is only one kayak product departing from the Los Gigantes area: a 2-hour trip combining kayak, snorkel and a boat leg to Masca Bay. We'd rather say so plainly than suggest a wide offer like in Los Cristianos — there isn't one.
The cliffs and Masca Bay
Los Gigantes takes its name from the wall of cliffs that drops straight into the Atlantic, one of the best-known coastal landscapes in the Canary Islands. Masca Bay, further north, is a cove reachable only by sea or on foot through the Masca ravine — the boat leg of this activity is what lets you get there within a half-day outing.
Not to be confused with wildlife cruises
Most of the water activities advertised for Los Gigantes are boat cruises to see dolphins and whales — a different experience, with no kayaking. If you specifically want to paddle, the only real option today is the one linked on this page. For what you can and can't expect to see on a kayak outing, read our guide to dolphin and turtle watching in Tenerife.
Meeting point and duration
The activity lasts about 2 hours according to the GetYourGuide listing and combines paddling, a snorkel stop and the boat leg to Masca Bay. The exact meeting point is set by the provider and shown in the listing when you book: To be confirmed here, because we haven't verified it independently and prefer not to make it up.
Difficulty and sea conditions
The Los Gigantes coast is more exposed than Palm-Mar or Los Cristianos: the shoreline is cliff, without easy-access beaches, and there can be more swell, currents or wind along the rock walls. We don't play this down — it's what makes the scenery spectacular, but it's also why you should always go with a guide, follow their instructions, and accept that the operator may cancel or reschedule if the sea isn't safe that day.
- Cliff coast, not a beach: access to the water depends on the point the provider uses, not on a public beach.
- The boat leg to Masca Bay reduces the time spent paddling in open sea compared with doing it entirely by kayak.
- Level and minimum age: To be confirmed in the GetYourGuide listing — check before booking if you travel with children or have little water experience.
How to book this activity
The main button on this page takes you straight to the GetYourGuide listing for that single kayak activity (about 2 hours). There you'll see the current price, times, meeting point and real reviews — data that GetYourGuide manages and that we don't copy here because it changes often. The secondary link takes you to the full kayak category for the area, in case new activities appear.
Los Gigantes vs Palm-Mar at a glance
| Los Gigantes | Palm-Mar | |
|---|---|---|
| How you book | On GetYourGuide, with an external provider | With Kayak Tenerife and its local operator, Adventure Time Tenerife |
| Options | A single kayak activity (with snorkel and boat) | Guided tour, single kayak, double kayak and paddle boarding |
| Duration | About 2 hours | 2 hours the tour; 90 minutes the rental |
| Setting | Cliffs and a more exposed sea | Water with direct sea access, next to the Malpaís de La Rasca |
| Price | Set by GetYourGuide when you book | Tour from €25.50, rental from €25 — see kayak prices in Tenerife |
If you'd rather set off from the south with the local operator, see the kayak and snorkeling tour in Palm-Mar; to understand the area, read kayaking in Palm-Mar.
Information reviewed by: Grupo QV Tenerife, editorial lead of Kayak Tenerife. The real kayak offer in Los Gigantes was verified by browsing GetYourGuide directly on 29/08/2026, confirming that only one kayak product exists in the area. Ratings and review counts on the cards are those published by GetYourGuide on 21/10/2026; live price and availability are shown by GetYourGuide itself. No provider names are copied. See the editorial methodology .
Frequently asked questions
How long is the kayak trip in Los Gigantes?
About 2 hours, according to the GetYourGuide listing: it includes kayaking, a snorkel stop and the boat leg to Masca Bay.
Where is the meeting point?
The provider states it in the GetYourGuide listing when you book. We don't publish it here because we haven't verified it independently.
Can the trip be cancelled because of sea conditions?
The Los Gigantes coast is more exposed than Palm-Mar and the provider may cancel or reschedule if the sea isn't safe. Cancellation and refund terms are shown in the GetYourGuide listing.
How is it different from kayaking in Palm-Mar?
In Los Gigantes there is a single kayak activity, run by an external provider and booked on GetYourGuide, on a cliff coastline. In Palm-Mar you book with our local operator and can choose a guided tour, a rental or paddle boarding. More on the Palm-Mar alternative in the kayak tour in Tenerife.
How many kayak activities are there in Los Gigantes?
As of today, only one kayak activity bookable on GetYourGuide actually departs from the Los Gigantes area: a kayak, snorkel and boat trip to Masca Bay. Most of what's on offer in the area is dolphin and whale watching cruises, which don't include kayaking.
Does Kayak Tenerife run this activity?
No. It's run by a GetYourGuide-verified provider that is independent of Kayak Tenerife. We only link to their listing; GetYourGuide and the provider handle the booking, payment and any issues.
Is it the same as a dolphin watching cruise in Los Gigantes?
No. Los Gigantes has many boat cruises for dolphins and whales, but that's a different activity from kayaking. This page is specifically about the only activity that includes paddling a kayak.
Can I rent a kayak without a guide in Los Gigantes?
On GetYourGuide we've only verified one kayak activity in the area, and it's an organised trip, not a free rental. If you want to rent a kayak on your own, the option we offer is in Palm-Mar.
Is Los Gigantes a good place to kayak for the first time?
It's a cliff coastline, more exposed than Palm-Mar or Los Cristianos, and the level and minimum age for this activity are still to be confirmed in the listing. If it's your first time, compare with our guide to kayaking in Tenerife for first-timers.
What is the best time of year to kayak in Los Gigantes?
It depends mainly on sea conditions and wind, which the provider assesses each day. See the guide to the best time for kayaking in Tenerife.