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Board a small boat from Palm‑Mar and snorkel one hour among sea turtles, stingrays and clear volcanic waters off Malpais de Rasca. Small groups, wetsuits and free photos included.
Board a small boat from Palm‑Mar and snorkel one hour among sea turtles, stingrays and clear volcanic waters off Malpais de Rasca. Small groups, wetsuits and free photos included.
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Operated by OCEAN FRIENDS Buceo y Apnea-Freediving · Palm-Mar, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The boat eases away from shore and the volcanic cliffs of Palm-Mar recede—black rock seams cutting the bright blue of the Atlantic. Salt air pulls at your wetsuit; the skipper points to a dark back below the surface and, suddenly, a turtle glides like an old sailor through clear water.
easy.
2 hours.
Basic swimming fitness—able to swim 50–100 m and comfortable in open water; not strenuous but requires mobility getting in/out of boats
Expect about one hour of snorkeling at the designated site, split into manageable intervals with rest on the boat if needed.
No—turtles are wild animals and sightings are very likely but not guaranteed; operators minimize disturbance to maximize natural behavior.
No, beginners are welcome but you must be able to swim and follow the instructor’s safety briefing; basic snorkel clearing is recommended.
Yes—most tours include free photos taken by the crew so you don’t need to bring your own underwater camera.
Malpais de Rasca is a coastal lava field formed by historical eruptions; the area’s rocky shore has long shaped local fishing and navigation practices.
The snorkeling sites sit near protected coastal zones—operators follow rules to avoid contact with wildlife, and visitors are asked to use reef‑safe products to limit pollution.
OCEAN FRIENDS Buceo y Apnea-Freediving operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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