Costa Adeje: Private Yacht Trip with Watersports and Slides

The big draw here is simple: you get a private 20-meter yacht loaded with water toys, rather than a short boat ride with one quick swim stop. The Gulliver Fun Yacht heads from Puerto Colon along Tenerife’s southwest coast, with time for the PalmMar aquatic cave, Playa de las Vistas, lunch, drinks and plenty of water play.

I like the way the private format keeps the day personal, especially for families or groups of friends. I also like the practical all-in-one setup: a waterslide, water bike, kayak, paddleboard, snorkelling gear and underwater scooter are already on board, so you do not need to arrange separate activities.

The main consideration is space. The boat can take up to 12 people, but one booking party found that seven was a better number for sunbathing room. The tour also depends on sea conditions. Strong wind once led the crew to rearrange a booking, which was the sensible call but something to keep in mind when planning a water-heavy day.

Key points to know before booking

• A private yacht for up to 12 people: The cost is charged per group, making the outing more attractive when shared by a larger family or friend group.
• Six water activities included: You can use the waterslide, water bike, SUP board, kayak, snorkelling equipment and underwater scooter without paying extra for each one.
• Food and drinks are part of the package: Expect Canarian-style rice, roast chicken, potatoes, salad, bread, snacks, soft drinks, water, beer, white wine and cava.
• A strong choice for children: The slide and floating activities give younger passengers something active to do instead of sitting through a long cruise.
• About three and a half hours on the water: The timing is long enough for lunch and several activities without taking up a full day.
• Flexible booking terms: You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, and reserve now while paying later.

What the Gulliver Fun Yacht day is really like

This is not a formal sightseeing cruise where you sit quietly and listen to a long talk about Tenerife. It is closer to hiring a floating activity base for your own group. The Gulliver Fun Yacht leaves from Puerto Colon, Gate 13, and the professional crew manages the boat, safety briefing, food service and water equipment.

The yacht is around 20 meters long and is described as a little older, so you should not book this expecting a sleek new luxury vessel. Its appeal is space, comfort and the sheer number of things to do once you reach the water. For a family, that often matters more than polished furniture or a modern exterior.

The private setup also changes the mood. You can spend more time with your own family or friends, play music through the boat’s speaker and set a pace that suits your group. One party of 11 used the speaker and found the arrangement worked well for a large family day.

The crew speaks Spanish, English and Italian, and the tour is wheelchair accessible. No individual crew names are provided, but the staff handle the outing directly and explain the activities before you use them.

Leaving Puerto Colon for the southwest coast

Puerto Colon is the only stated departure point for the Gulliver, and the exact meeting point is Gate 13. Check your booking details carefully so you are not wandering around the marina looking for the right dock.

Once aboard, expect a safety briefing before the water activities begin. This is useful because the boat carries several types of equipment, including an underwater scooter and a water bike, which may be unfamiliar to some people.

The trip lasts at least 3.5 hours. That gives you a decent amount of time on the water, but it is not an all-day cruise. You will want to arrive ready rather than using the first part of the trip to search for a towel, hat or sunscreen. Bring all three, along with swimwear and anything else you need for time in the sun.

The boat includes drinks throughout the outing. The listed choices are water, Coca-Cola, Fanta lemon and orange, beer, white wine and cava. That covers the basics nicely, though the menu is not presented as a cocktail or premium bar service.

PalmMar aquatic cave and coastal views

The route includes a visit to the PalmMar aquatic cave, one of the more distinctive parts of the outing. The boat itinerary also allows for scenic views, wildlife viewing and passing along the coast. The cave gives the cruise a bit more shape than simply sailing out, stopping and turning around.

The exact length of time at the cave is not specified, so think of it as one part of a moving coastal route rather than a guaranteed long shore visit. You are not booking a land tour of PalmMar. You are seeing the coast from the water, with the boat providing the base for the day.

Wildlife sightings are possible but not guaranteed. One family particularly enjoyed seeing dolphins, but that should be treated as a fortunate extra, not the central promise of the trip. The main certainty is the yacht ride and the planned water activities.

This coastal section is also where you get a break from the noise of the slide and equipment. If your group includes older family members who do not want to use every water toy, the boat ride and views provide a quieter part of the experience.

Playa de las Vistas becomes your water-play stop

The main activity period takes place around Playa de las Vistas, where the crew prepares the equipment and gives you time to get into the water. This is the part children are likely to remember most.

The waterslide is the headline attraction. It turns the yacht into something closer to a small floating playground, and it gives children a reason to return to the water again and again. The water bike adds another playful option, while the kayak and SUP board suit anyone who prefers a slower pace.

You can also use snorkelling equipment and an underwater scooter. These options are useful because they spread the group out by interest. One person can snorkel, another can paddle a kayak, and the children can queue for the slide. That mix helps prevent the common problem on boat trips where one activity dominates and everyone else waits.

The listing includes scuba diving in the activity description, but the included equipment specifically names snorkelling gear and an underwater scooter, not a scuba-diving session. I would not book this expecting a certified scuba experience. Treat the underwater option as a recreational scooter and snorkelling activity.

Sea conditions matter here. Strong wind can make it unsafe or unpleasant to launch the equipment, even when the crew is willing to try. In one case, the staff initially took the group out, assessed the conditions and then moved the booking to another day when the water activities could actually happen. That is a good sign of responsible handling, but it means you should keep some flexibility in your Tenerife schedule if the water toys are your main reason for booking.

Lunch on board: filling, simple and useful

The included meal is a Canarian-style lunch with vegetarian rice, roast chicken, potatoes, salad and bread. Snacks are also included. The food is not positioned as fine dining, and you should set your expectations accordingly.

For a three-and-a-half-hour boat outing, a straightforward meal makes sense. You can eat without leaving the yacht, and the food gives you something more substantial than crisps and sandwiches between swims. One family specifically enjoyed the rice, while another described the food as basic but perfectly fine.

The menu has some flexibility built in through vegetarian rice, but the available information does not confirm other dietary requirements. If someone in your group has allergies or follows a strict diet, ask the provider before booking rather than assuming the standard meal can be changed.

Drinks are unlimited, with the listed alcoholic choices of beer, white wine and cava. Since this is a family-oriented trip with active water play, remember that alcohol should be approached sensibly. The boat also supplies water and soft drinks, so nobody needs to drink alcohol to enjoy the day.

Is the private price good value?

The price is $1,048 per group of up to 12. That sounds high if you compare it with a seat on a shared sightseeing boat, but it looks different when divided among a group.

At the full capacity of 12, the cost works out to about $87 per person. For seven people, it is about $150 each. A smaller group of two would pay roughly $524 each, which makes the same experience much harder to justify financially.

That calculation is important. This is best suited to a family reunion, birthday group or party of friends that can share the cost. You are paying for privacy, a professional crew, food, drinks and a large set of water activities. If you would otherwise book a boat trip plus separate water-sport sessions and lunch, the package becomes more convincing.

The value is less clear if your group mainly wants a quiet sail. In that case, you may be paying for equipment nobody uses. The Gulliver makes financial sense when several people want to swim, slide, paddle and snorkel.

How many people should you put on the boat?

The official capacity is up to 12 people, but maximum capacity is not always the same as ideal capacity. A group of seven found the boat comfortable and felt that 12 might be tight for sunbathing space.

I would use that as practical guidance. If your group is mainly children who will spend much of the stop in the water, 10 to 12 may work well. If your group wants everyone to stretch out on deck, seven or eight may feel more comfortable.

The private booking remains useful even with a full group because you are not sharing the waterslide or lunch service with strangers. Still, you should ask yourself how much deck space your party needs. The boat is large, but it is not an unlimited floating terrace.

Best for families, mixed-age groups and active friends

Families are the clearest match. Children aged 11 to 13 used the equipment and enjoyed getting into the water, and the mix of slide, kayak, paddleboard and water bike gives different ages something to do.

The tour also suits a mixed group. Someone can enjoy the coastal cruise, food and drinks while others use the scooter or snorkelling gear. That flexibility is more valuable than a single high-adrenaline attraction that leaves half the group watching.

It may also work well for friends who want a private party atmosphere. The on-board speaker allows you to play music, and the drinks service keeps the day informal. Just remember that this remains a water activity, not a late-night party boat.

I would be more cautious about booking it for a group that wants guaranteed dolphin watching, a long land visit or a luxury yacht interior. Dolphins may appear, but wildlife is never certain. The PalmMar stop is viewed from the water, and the Gulliver is an older yacht built around fun and function rather than high-end presentation.

What to pack and what to expect from the crew

Bring a hat, sunscreen and beach towel, as specifically recommended. You should also wear clothing suitable for getting wet and bring any personal items you need for the full 3.5 hours.

The crew provides the listed water equipment, so you do not need to arrange a separate kayak, SUP or snorkelling rental. They also give a safety briefing and explain how the activities work.

The strongest part of the service is the crew’s willingness to adapt to conditions. On a windy day, they tried to assess what was possible, then rearranged the outing when using the slide and equipment was not safe or worthwhile. On the rescheduled day, drinks and snacks came out promptly, and the crew explained the equipment in detail.

That does not mean the weather can always be fixed. It means the staff appear to treat the water conditions seriously rather than forcing a disappointing trip. If your date is flexible, that can protect the quality of the experience.

Booking details that matter

You meet at Tenerife Boats, Puerto Colon, Gate 13. The activity lasts 3.5 hours, though the available starting time depends on the date you select.

The group is private, and the maximum size is 12 people. The tour is offered in Spanish, English and Italian, with a live guide and professional crew.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. The reserve-now, pay-later option is useful if you are still organizing a Tenerife itinerary, especially because wind can affect whether the water activities operate as planned.

Should you book the Gulliver Fun Yacht?

Book it if you have a group of about seven to 12 people, especially if children want a full menu of water activities rather than a quiet cruise. The combination of a private boat, unlimited listed drinks, lunch, snorkelling, a slide and several paddle toys gives you a full half-day without adding separate costs.

I would be less keen for a couple or very small group at the full group price. I would also choose another type of excursion if your priority is luxury, a guaranteed wildlife encounter or a long coastal tour with extensive commentary.

For the right group, the Gulliver is a practical choice: active, social and easy to share. Keep your date flexible in case of wind, accept that the food is simple, and do not cram the boat beyond the amount of deck space your group needs. Do that, and you get a lively private day on the Costa Adeje coast with enough variety to keep both children and adults occupied.

FAQ

Where does the yacht trip start?

The meeting point is Puerto Colon, Gate 13, with Tenerife Boats.

How long does the activity last?

The trip lasts 3.5 hours.

How many people can join the private yacht?

The Gulliver Fun Yacht can accommodate up to 12 people in a private group.

What water activities are included?

The included activities are a waterslide, water bike, paddleboard, kayak, snorkelling equipment and underwater scooter.

What food and drinks are included?

The meal includes vegetarian rice, roast chicken, potatoes, salad, bread and snacks. Drinks include water, Coca-Cola, Fanta lemon and orange, beer, white wine and cava.

Is the activity available in English?

Yes. The live tour is available in Spanish, English and Italian.