from 10 years+ • 45min • up to 12 people
Hold on tight and get ready to laugh: this 12-person banana boat near C. Cristóbal Colón in Arona delivers a short, splashy dose of adrenaline on Tenerife’s southern coast. Perfect for groups and families with kids aged 10 and up.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
Light fitness required; you should be able to hold on, hang on after a fall, and climb back onto the raft or into the water if needed
Wildlife
History
Arona is a coastal municipality with a long fishing and seafaring heritage that shaped its promenades and harbors.
Conservation
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid littering, and follow crew guidance to minimize disturbance to marine life in this busy tourist corridor.
from 10 years+ • 45min • up to 12 people
Hold on and brace
Listen to the safety briefing and keep a firm grip during sharp turns; tuck your chin if you hit a wave face-on.
Secure valuables
Use a waterproof pouch or leave valuables onshore — this ride guarantees you’ll get soaked and likely take a tumble.
Know health restrictions
People with back or heart problems, and pregnant riders, should avoid the Banana; confirm medical issues with the operator before booking.
Photo plan
Assign a non-rider to shoot from the stern of the chase boat or use a chest-mounted waterproof camera for action shots.
Swimwear
Quick-drying swimwear is essential since you will get wet.
summer
Waterproof phone case or camera
Protect devices and capture action shots without fear of saltwater damage.
Biodegradable sunscreen
Helps protect skin and reduces harm to marine life and coastal habitats.
summer
Water shoes or reef sandals
Grip on wet surfaces and protection when boarding or if you end up on rocky shore sections.
summer