How should you choose an area?
At Tenerife, Los Gigantes is the clearest area for guided sea kayaking and paddleboarding, with departures from the marina below the cliffs. Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and El Médano offer different, more urban or wind-exposed conditions.
For Los Gigantes, head to the Santiago del Teide marina and confirm the meeting point with the operator. Parking near the harbour is limited, so arrive early or use local transport. Best local slot for Tenerife, from Los Cristianos: 09 h–11 h; reassess wind, tide or flow before launching.