Guided Jet Ski Tour Lanzarote

Puerto Calero and the short coastal ride

The 20-minute tour is the quickest way to try a jet ski in Lanzarote. It follows the coast to Puerto Calero, one of the island's most elegant marinas, where yachts line the quays beneath low white buildings and volcanic hills. The route runs parallel to the rocky shoreline, so you see the dark lava cliffs at water level, something you cannot do from the beach.

Because the ride is short, it suits first-timers, travellers with limited time and people who want a taster before choosing a longer tour. The guide explains the controls, sets the speed limit for the group and leads the way. If you are wondering whether a jet ski tour in Lanzarote is worth it, this option is the simplest way to find out.

Playa Quemada and Punta Grande

The 40-minute tour continues to Playa Quemada, a quiet hamlet and beach with dark volcanic sand and small fishing boats, far from the crowds of the main resorts. Its name means burnt beach, a reference to the blackened rocks around it. The ride along this stretch is a good mix of open water and sheltered inlets, with the guide pointing out good spots for photographs.

The 60-minute tour extends further along the coast to Punta Grande, an unspoilt stretch with rocky points and small bays. The extra time allows for a stop to admire the cliffs before turning back. Both options are guided and end at the same meeting point where you started.

Las Coloradas and Papagayo by jet ski

The 120-minute tour is the most complete option. It heads along the south-west coast to the Las Coloradas shoreline, with its reddish rock, and on to Papagayo beach, one of the best-known coves in Lanzarote. Reaching Papagayo by jet ski avoids the dirt road and gives you views of the Los Ajaches mountains rising behind the golden sand.

You spend the outbound leg riding at a steady pace, with time to pause and photograph the coast. Give yourself about three hours including transfers if you choose pickup. Morning sessions have the calmest sea, which makes this the best time of day for the longest tour.

How the tour works: equipment, groups and choosing your option

Each ride is a guided tour led by a live guide, and groups are small. Your jet ski, life jacket, wetsuit and locker are provided, but towels are not, so bring your own. Food and drinks are not included, and tips are optional. Age, weight and licence requirements, and whether a jet ski can be shared, are shown on your voucher, so check them before you book.

Options differ by length and by pickup. Direct options start at the jet ski base, and the exact location is shown on your voucher. Pickup options add hotel pickup and drop-off from selected locations in Lanzarote, confirmed after booking. Start times range from 09:30 to 17:00 depending on the option, and sea conditions can change the route.