There’s a whole world under the sea that opens up when you try snorkelling, and you can do it at any of the beaches in Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise and Playa Blanca. We have plenty to see, and very few species you’d want to avoid!
The Kit
All you need is some good fins, a quality mask and a snorkel. Invest in decent gear, because whilst you can buy cheapie stuff, the masks leak, and the fins are often too small and floppy to get decent drive in the water. Go for a mask with a silicon, rather than rubber seal. To check the fit put it on your face, without the strap and “suck.” The mask should stay in place. Go for a long snorkel, so that waves lapping don’t enter the tube, and the fins should be stiff and fit the feet well. The longer the fins, the faster you’ll move, but also remember they need more work, so you will read more »