Puerto Colón: Kawasaki Jet Ski Tour Along Tenerife’s Coast

The best part of this one-hour Kawasaki jet ski tour is the change of pace: you leave Puerto Colón, skim across the water, and see Costa Adeje from a fresh angle. The route mixes fast riding with a short swim and photo stop, so it is more than a straight blast along the shore.

I like the small groups, limited to six, and the support boat that stays with the activity. I also like the multilingual guide team, with English, Spanish, French, and Italian available. The main drawback is time. One hour passes quickly, and sharing one jet ski can be tiring and uncomfortable when the machine jumps over waves.

Key points to know before you book

• The ride covers Costa Adeje in two main jet-ski sessions, with about 45 minutes of riding split around a short swim stop.
• A support boat accompanies the group, useful for guidance, safety, and moving between parts of the route.
• You can book a 2024 Kawasaki as a single or double jet ski, depending on the option selected.
• The secret stop includes swimming and photos, but a photo service is not included in the price.
• The group size is capped at six participants, giving the guide room to keep the activity organized.
• The tour costs $67 per person, with equipment, briefing, locker, and shower facilities included.

Leaving Puerto Colón for the open water

Puerto Colón is the launch point for this short coastal ride, although your exact starting point can vary with the option you book. The activity also finishes at the meeting point, with Puerto Colón or White Tenerife listed as the possible start and drop-off locations.

That detail matters. Check your confirmation carefully before setting out, especially if you are staying elsewhere in Costa Adeje. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to arrange your own way to the marina.

At the start, staff provide a safety briefing of about five minutes. This is not wasted time. Jet skis respond quickly, and a short explanation helps first-time riders understand the controls, turning, speed, and basic behavior around the guide and other machines.

You will receive a life jacket, and the operator provides locker and shower facilities. Bring swimwear and a towel. Bring your passport or ID card as well, since it is listed among the required items.

Cellphones are not allowed during the activity. That may sound inconvenient if you want to photograph the coastline, but it also means you can concentrate on riding rather than protecting a phone from spray. The operator offers a separate photo service, though that costs extra.

Five minutes on the speedboat

After the briefing, the group spends about five minutes on a speedboat. This is part of the movement between the marina and the jet-ski area, and it gives the guide a chance to bring everyone together before the faster part begins.

The short boat ride is also useful if you are not used to jet skis. You get a little time to look at the sea, listen to instructions, and settle into the outing before taking control of a powerful machine.

The activity uses a support boat throughout. That is one of its practical strengths. You are not simply sent out on your own to find your way along the coast. The guide leads the group, while the boat provides a visible point of support.

The group limit of six should help keep the pace manageable. It is still an active sea outing, not a private lesson, but a small group generally makes it easier to follow directions and keep sight of the guide.

The first 20 minutes of jet skiing near Costa Adeje

The first main riding section lasts about 20 minutes in the Costa Adeje area. This is where the tour delivers its main thrill: the spray, the wind, and the quick response of the Kawasaki jet ski beneath you.

The route offers views of Tenerife’s beaches, rugged cliffs, and small coves. From the water, the coast feels different from the usual promenade or beach viewpoint. You see the shore as a changing line of rock and sand while the guide takes you along the route.

The ride is designed for beginners as well as experienced users. That does not mean the machines feel tame. It means the briefing and guide support are intended to help new riders get comfortable, while more confident riders can enjoy the speed and movement.

If you are driving alone, you control the pace of your own machine within the group’s instructions. If you choose a double jet ski, two people share the ride. That can make the activity more social and may reduce the cost per person in some booking arrangements, but it has a real downside.

One person must sit behind the driver, and the repeated movement over waves can make the second rider uncomfortable. A useful tip is to choose a single jet ski if you want the most active ride and have the option to do so. A double machine is better suited to people who specifically want to share the experience and are happy with less control.

The secret stop for swimming and photos

The route includes a five-minute stop at an unnamed location. This is the quiet pause in an otherwise fast activity, with time to swim and take photos.

Five minutes is brief, so think of it as a quick dip rather than a long beach break. You will need to follow the guide’s timing and be ready to get back on the jet ski promptly. Still, this stop gives the tour a welcome change of rhythm.

It also helps explain why you should bring swimwear and a towel. The stop is built into the schedule, not an optional extra. If you would rather stay dry, you can enjoy the views, but the activity is clearly designed around being on the water.

Since cellphones are not allowed, you will not be taking your own phone into the water. The separate photo service may be useful if having pictures matters to you. It is not included in the $67 price, so ask about the cost before accepting it.

The stop also gives the guide a chance to share information about the coast and its natural features. The tour is mainly about speed, but the short commentary adds a little local context instead of treating the shoreline as a backdrop.

Another 25 minutes of speed along the coast

After the stop, you return to the jet skis for the longest riding section, about 25 minutes. This is where the one-hour schedule becomes clear: the experience gives you roughly 45 minutes on the machines, with the briefing, boat rides, and swim stop filling the rest of the hour.

The second ride should feel more familiar because you have already had time to learn the controls. First-time riders may appreciate this order. You get an initial session, a short break, then another chance to ride with more confidence.

The coast remains the main attraction. You may see beaches, cliffs, coves, and the open water around Costa Adeje. The exact experience can vary with sea conditions and the group’s pace, so you should not expect a fixed sightseeing route with long stops at every point of interest.

This is best understood as a guided ride with coastal views, not as a sightseeing cruise. The jet ski is the focus. You will have some time to look around, but much of your attention belongs on the water and on the guide’s instructions.

At the end of the riding section, you return to the speedboat for another five minutes before reaching the drop-off point. The activity ends where it began, at Puerto Colón or White Tenerife, depending on your booking.

Is $67 a fair price?

At $67 per person, the tour sits in the reasonable range for a short motorized water activity, provided you value the riding time. The listed inclusions cover the main practical costs: a 2024 Kawasaki single or double jet ski, life jacket, professional guide, support boat, briefing, locker, and shower facilities.

The key question is how you measure value. You are paying for one hour, not a half-day excursion. The total includes only about 45 minutes of jet-ski riding, with roughly ten minutes on the speedboat, five minutes for the safety briefing, and five minutes at the swim stop.

That is still a solid amount of active time for a compact holiday activity. It works particularly well if you want something easy to fit between beach time, meals, and other Tenerife plans. It is less suitable if you want a long water adventure or a relaxed coastal cruise.

The price does not include hotel transport or photos. Those extras can affect the final cost, so factor them in before booking. The reserve-now-and-pay-later option also gives you flexibility, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Who will enjoy this Tenerife jet ski tour?

This outing suits people who want a quick burst of speed rather than a full-day commitment. It is a good match for couples, friends, and small groups who want an active hour on the water.

Beginners are welcome, and the guide gives instructions before you ride. You do not need advanced jet-ski experience, but you should be comfortable with an energetic activity that involves spray, motion, and waves.

Experienced riders may enjoy the Kawasaki machines and the chance to ride along the coast, though the group format means you follow the guide’s route and instructions. It is not a private free-ride session.

The age and physical restrictions deserve careful attention. The experience is not suitable for children under nine, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people shorter than 135 centimeters, people over 140 kilograms, or people over 95 years old. The supplied information also lists restrictions for drivers under 18 and under 16, so confirm the exact driver age rule when booking, especially for teenagers.

The activity uses a single or double machine. If comfort and control matter most, choose a single jet ski when available. If you want to ride with a partner and do not mind sharing control, a double machine can work, but the rear passenger may take more impact from the waves.

Guides, languages, and the feel of the outing

The guide team speaks English, Spanish, French, and Italian. That makes the briefing easier to follow for a wide range of visitors, and clear safety instructions matter more here than polished commentary.

Individual guides praised for this experience include Neno, Julia, Marco, and Paula. The comments about Neno and Julia point to a friendly, welcoming style, while Marco was singled out for strong guiding and Paula for a professional arrival experience.

Those details suggest that the human side of the outing is one of its best features. You are not just collecting a jet ski and heading out alone. Staff greet you, explain the equipment, lead the route, and help organize the transitions between marina, boat, riding, and swimming.

The overall rating is 4.9 from 67 reviews, which is a strong sign that the activity has been delivering the kind of energetic, well-managed outing people expect. Still, a high rating cannot change the basic facts: the tour is short, the sea can make a double ride rough, and photos cost extra.

Practical preparation for the marina

Wear swimwear from the start. Bring a towel and your passport or ID card. The operator provides a life jacket, locker, shower facilities, and the jet ski, so you do not need to bring your own water-sports equipment.

Leave alcohol and drugs out of the plan. They are not allowed, and this is a motorized activity that requires attention and control.

Do not plan on using your cellphone during the ride. Phones are not allowed, and the photo service is an optional paid add-on. If you want pictures, arrange that before the tour begins rather than trying to carry a phone onto the machine.

Allow time to reach the correct meeting point. There are two possible starting locations, and hotel pickup is not included. Your booking option determines where you begin and end.

The tour runs for one hour, but starting times depend on availability. Check the available time before building the rest of your day around it.

Should you book the Puerto Colón jet ski tour?

Book it if you want a short, high-energy coastal activity with clear instruction, a small group, and a support boat nearby. The split riding schedule works well for beginners, while the views and speed give experienced riders a lively hour on Tenerife’s water.

Think twice if you want a long excursion, a quiet cruise, or plenty of time for swimming. Also think carefully before booking a double jet ski. One rider’s control and the second rider’s comfort are not always equal, especially when the sea gets choppy.

For most suitable participants, $67 is fair for the equipment, guide, boat support, facilities, and roughly 45 minutes of riding. Choose a single machine if you want the best control, confirm the meeting point, and treat the photo service as an optional extra. With those points clear, this is a straightforward way to add some speed and sea air to a Costa Adeje stay.

FAQ

How long is the Kawasaki jet ski tour?

The activity lasts one hour. The schedule includes a five-minute safety briefing, two five-minute speedboat segments, about 45 minutes of jet-ski riding, and a five-minute swimming and photo stop.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point may vary with the booking option. Puerto Colón and White Tenerife are listed as possible starting locations.

Where does the activity end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point. Puerto Colón and White Tenerife are listed as possible drop-off locations.

What is included in the price?

The price includes a support boat, professional guide, a 2024 Kawasaki single or double jet ski depending on the selected option, life jacket, safety briefing, locker, and shower facilities.

Are hotel transfers included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you must arrange your own transport to and from the meeting point.

Can beginners ride the jet skis?

Yes. The activity is designed for beginners and experienced riders, and staff provide instructions and a safety briefing before you ride.

What should I bring?

Bring your passport or ID card, swimwear, and a towel.

Who cannot take part?

The activity is not suitable for children under nine, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people under 135 centimeters, people over 140 kilograms, people over 95 years old, and drivers subject to the listed age restrictions. Confirm the exact driver age requirement when booking.