Tenerife · PRIVATE
If a friend asked which private experiences to book, this is the list you would send: 15 picks, what each costs, how long it takes and the one detail worth knowing first.
Meet at Kontraola Surf School in Playa de las Américas for a two-hour lesson with a certified instructor, board, wetsuit, reef boots, and a 20-minute theory session. Learn on the beach, then practise in the water at low tide. Private and small-group options are available, with instructors speaking Spanish, English, or Italian.
“It was amazing!!!❤️ recommend it with all my heart”
From Puerto Colón Marina, a private group of up to 10 boards an 8-meter boat for a two-hour search for whales and dolphins, usually within three miles of shore. A biologist explains the animals and their habitat, while a hydrophone lets you listen underwater. Guides such as Ion, Carlota and John have led trips, and wildlife photos are emailed afterward.
“The trip was fantastic! Ion was a very knowledgeable guide, with a deep love of and respect for the cetaceans in the marine reserve. We saw a pod of 20-30 Atlantic spotted dolphins, a migratory species, many with calves; they approached the boat and enjoyed bow-riding, which was very special. We also saw a pod of pilot whales; several approached the boat, ensuring that the close encounter we were privileged to experience was on their terms. It was lovely listening to the sounds they made, using the hydrophone. Ion took lots of photos and shared them with us later, meaning it was possible to just enjoy the animals without worrying…”
Meet your instructor at Tenerife Surf Point in Playa de las Américas for a private surf lesson in English, Spanish, Russian, or Latvian. The session includes theory, practical instruction, a surfboard, wetsuit and reef booties, then photo analysis. No experience is needed, though you should have a moderate level of fitness.
“My private instructor Was very good! She was very pedagogic and informative. This was the first time I surfed and it was a bit nervous but she made it feel just like having a lot of fun. Great teacher.”
Visit Tenerife’s key towns and coastal sights with a private English- or Spanish-speaking guide and hotel pickup. The route can be adapted to your interests, with possible stops in La Laguna, La Orotava, Icod de los Vinos and Garachico. Guides such as Belén, Diego and Joel have led days focused on local history, volcanic scenery and the places you most want to see.
“Joel was fantastic - he was so knowledgeable about Tenerife and the Canary Islands in general. We learned lots about its history and geology. Some of the scenery on the tour was amazing, especially around Masca.”
This six-hour private Tenerife tour links Santa Cruz, La Laguna, La Orotava, Icod de los Vinos, Garachico, Los Gigantes, and Candelaria. You ride with a guide such as John, Fernando, Joel, Mariana, Diego, or Jonathan, with private transport and pickup at your island accommodation. Expect a broad sampler, not hours in each town.
“We booked this tour as a pre-cruise excursion trip. Mariana was our tour guide and she brought us to several landmarks on Tenerife island. The journey was very comfortable, relaxing and the sceneries and towns were really beautiful and spectacular. We were very please with Mariana explaining on the landmark history, stories living on the Canary Islands which were very interesting to us. We really had a great time! Thank you Mariana!”
Set out at 9:30 a.m. for a six-hour private tour of Tenerife’s north coast, with pickup at your accommodation or a meeting point in the cruise port. The route links black-sand beaches, viewpoints, lava pools and historic San Juan de la Rambla. Guides such as Diego and Belén have adapted stops to guests’ interests and mobility needs. Lunch is not included.
“This tour of North Tenerife was amazing. A historical and educational tour in which we traveled around the cities of Santa Cruz and Laguna; and the towns of Garachico, Drago de Icod de los vinos, La Orotava and many other beautiful sites. Daniel, our tour guide, was superb!!! He pickup and dropped off us at the port of Santa Cruz in a very comfortable vehicle. Daniel passionately remembered and shared stories, moments and tales that enriched Tenerife’s great history. We definitely had a superb Tour. A must do while visiting Tenerife. Major General (Ret) Jose Reyes & Family”
Ride by private vehicle into Tenerife’s Teide National Park, where volcanic scenery and views of Spain’s highest peak fill a five- to six-hour excursion. Your guide may be Joel, Belen, Jorge, Mariana or Diego. Cable-car tickets cost extra and can sell out, so plan ahead if reaching the upper station matters to you.
“This is a great trip that explores all the different landscapes that the nation park has to offer. Although the tripnsays private, we was expecting a small private group, but no it was just myself and my girlfriend which was great but unexpected. Our driver Jorge was easy to chat to (very good English, as we saw a comment which said they couldn’t understand him) and very knowledgeable of the national park. Jorge stopped off at various different points of the trip to give us information and let us take photos, even taking some photos for us. I would definitely recommend this trip as it’s a great way to spend…”
Take a private, three- to four-hour drive from Costa Adeje into Tenerife’s high country. Your guide leads you through Vilaflor, past the Canary Islands’ largest pine, and into Teide National Park for Roques de García and the lunar-like Minas de San José. Pickup is offered, and the schedule shifts with sunset.
“Basso was a very informative guide. The trip as a whole was worth while ...really enjoyed it. Learnt a lot about volcanoes & native Tenerife. Job well done’”
This six-hour private tour starts at Santa Cruz port at 9:00 am and heads into Teide National Park, then down to La Orotava. Expect volcanic scenery, viewpoints, a visitor centre and historic gardens. Stops can be tailored to your interests. Guides named for past outings include Diego, Joel, Johnny, Indira and Mariana; lunch is not included.
“This was a beautiful tour with an excellent guide. We learned a lot about nature in Tenerife and discovered wonderful Orotava.”
Take a private three-hour sailboat charter from Puerto Colón for up to seven people. The outing includes a stop at Playa del Puertito, snorkeling equipment, lunch and snacks. Captains have shared wildlife explanations and local tips, and Diego is one of the named hosts. You return to the same meeting point.
“It was a really nice trip with 2 nice captains, who were really into explaining all the wild life to us + local tips. We - group of 6 friends - really enjoyed the afternoon with them !”
Meet instructors such as Joanna, José, Guillaume, or Julien for a private beginner-friendly scuba session off Los Cristianos. Expect hotel pickup in southern Tenerife, a 30 to 40 minute safety briefing, about 30 minutes underwater, and free photos and videos. Rays and angel sharks are possible, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
“Booked a private dive—no clue if it was from a boat, shore, spaceship… info was vague. But hey, we got a private pickup, return, and underwater glamour shots at a great price, so we rolled the dice. 🛻 Arrival: Right on time. The provider communicated brilliantly, didn’t ghost us once. (Honestly, better than some mates.) 📝 Day of the Dive: Signed paperwork like we were joining a covert ops unit. Our instructor gave a briefing that could’ve made a nervous squirrel feel confident. The moment we suited up, we discovered: it was a shore dive. Surprise! 🚶♂️ The March of Doom: Down some stairs, across a pebbly beach designed by…”
At Tenerife Surf Point, you’ll get about two hours of theory, practical surf coaching and photo analysis, with equipment rental included. The semi-private format is capped at four people, and lessons are offered in English, Spanish, Russian and Latvian. Coaches named by past participants include Francesco and Georgios, though instructor assignments are not specified.
“Nice teachers, georgios surf lessons. My son loved it and joined some different lessons at this school during our vacations.”
Spend about six hours exploring Tenerife’s northwest with a private driver-guide, starting at 9am with pickup at your accommodation or Santa Cruz port. Expect Masca’s winding mountain road, historic Garachico, Icod’s famous dragon tree and a stop at Los Gigantes. Guides including Belén, Diego and Indira have been praised for local insight and adapting the day to guests’ interests.
“We had a terrific private excursion for two people with Belen. She was clear on communication ahead of time and arrived exactly as promised for our hotel pickup. She was very professional, was very conversant, and had a lot of local knowledge of Tenerife - she made the day a terrific & relaxed experience! We did not go to Los Gigantes so we could spend more time at our other spots with views that were simply amazing. Based on what we wanted to do, Belen took us to some local spots and on unique routes in order to maximize the mountain & sea views and get the full Tenerife experience.…”
Set out from Tenerife’s south coast on a private Beneteau Antares 42 for two to four hours, with a captain and crew, drinks, tapas, snorkel gear and paddleboards included. Look for dolphins, turtles and other marine life, then swim or relax near La Caleta. Four-hour charters add sea scooters and a floating beach club.
“Fantastic day out, staff were all very friendly and knowledgeable. Pick up from hotel was smooth and on the boat trip we saw turtles and whales had a lovely lunch and swim in the sea”
Sail Tenerife’s south coast aboard a private Beneteau Antares 42 with a captain and crew. Choose 2, 3 or 4 hours, with drinks, baguettes, tapas, fruit, snorkel gear and paddleboards included. Longer charters add sea scooters and a floating beach club. Juan, Eduardo and Dani have all hosted trips.
“Wonderful day with Dani and Juan. Saw pilot whales and stopped to swim, sunbathe, eat and drink. Lovely day.”
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