About this tour
This three-hour private boat excursion in the Canary Islands takes you into one of the world's largest marine reserves to encounter whales, dolphins, and giant tortoises in their natural habitat. The fully accessible vessel features a hydraulic platform that lowers below sea level, allowing wheelchair users to snorkel alongside manta rays and sea turtles. You'll cruise past cetacean families, take a swim stop at a sheltered bay, and return with snacks and refreshments included.
Highlights
- Hydraulic platform descends 1+ metre below water level
- Wheelchair-accessible boat with adapted bathroom
- Snorkel with dolphins, manta rays, and sea turtles
- Observe whales and giant tortoises from deck
- Swim stop in protected bay
- Snacks and soft drinks throughout
What to expect
You'll board a specially designed vessel equipped with electric scooter access and a submerged platform—essential for those with mobility considerations. The crew navigates the reserve's prime cetacean grounds; sightings of dolphins and whales are common, though never guaranteed. After cruising past marine life, you'll lower via platform into clear water to snorkel. The experience combines observation and participation: some time watching from deck, time in the water, and a bay swim. Plan for an unhurried three hours; the pace suits all fitness levels.
Good to know
Inform the operator in advance if passengers require wheelchair assistance during water entry. Snorkelling gear is provided. The hydraulic platform and adapted facilities mean accessibility is genuinely built in, not afterthought. Public transport reaches the departure port. Bring a towel and consider a rash vest.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.