A real submarine is a bucket-list oddball, and this Lanzarote trip lets you ride Sub Fun Tres off Puerto Calero to see the seafloor up close. You get clear-water views to about 30m, plus a guided look at 3 shipwrecks and marine life swimming freely outside the window.

What I like most is the combination of the vehicle and the format. The cabin is kept at normal atmospheric conditions, the 44-seat setup has big windows for everyone, and the included audio guide (headphones provided) keeps the experience easy for families and first-timers.

One consideration: it’s a short 1-hour experience, and a few people wish it pushed farther from shore for more open-water feel and more fish variety.

Key highlights you’ll feel the moment you board

• A real submarine experience in one of the world’s small fleet: Sub Fun Tres is one of only 14 submarines of its kind worldwide.
• Clear visibility down to 30m: You’ll travel deeper than most glass-bottom tours.
• 3 shipwrecks on the seafloor: Wrecks are a huge part of what makes this outing memorable.
• Audio guide in 9 languages, with headphones included: You can actually follow the story without buying anything extra.
• Puerto Calero Marina time after your session: You’re not just dropped and forgotten.
• Comfort-forward design: Normal atmospheric conditions and a spacious, airy cabin help people who get uneasy on boats.

Entering the world of Sub Fun Tres in Puerto Calero

Lanzarote has plenty of sea views, but this is different. You’re not just looking at the Atlantic from the surface. You’re inside a real working submarine, riding past underwater life and seafloor features with a view framed right in front of you.

The day starts at Submarine Safaris at Marina de Puerto Calero (Modulo C, Local 2). Plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled time, because check-in and getting you seated takes a bit of order. If you’re using the optional pickup, you’ll want to build in a little buffer for waiting, especially if your hotel is in the areas served for your time slot.

The staff run this smoothly, and that matters on a small vessel. You’ll see people of all ages, including families, and the layout is designed so you’re not squeezed to the point where the experience stops being enjoyable.

Timing and what the 1 hour really includes

The activity is listed as 1 hour, but the feel of it is a neat sequence: getting organized, going underwater, then coming back up with time to breathe and look around at the marina.

Here’s what you can count on within that time window:

• You’ll take the short ride out from the marina area to the submarine.
• You’ll ride on board and go underwater to about 30m.
• You’ll be shown underwater sights connected to the route, including 3 shipwrecks.
• You’ll get a personalised certificate after.
• If you want it, you can use the provided free time to enjoy Puerto Calero Marina after your session.

A few guests comment that they would happily pay for more time underwater or go farther out into open water. That’s the tradeoff for a one-hour format: it’s compact, well-paced, and good value, but it won’t replace a longer dedicated water-based day.

The underwater part: 30m views, shipwrecks, and free-swimming fish

This is the main event, and it’s built around two types of sights: marine life and the seafloor storylines tied to wrecks.

Down at roughly 30m, the water can look surprisingly clear from the big windows. You’re not looking at a blurry blur like you might from a distant boat. You’re looking straight out at fish moving through the water column and past the submarine as you travel.

The shipwrecks are central. You’ll explore the area with 3 shipwrecks resting on the ocean floor. When conditions are good, the wrecks can appear very visible and close enough to make you feel like you’re floating alongside history rather than reading about it later.

Fish variety depends on conditions. Some people report spotting lots of different species and even bigger animals; others say they saw plenty, just not as much variety as they expected. The good news is the fish motion is constant enough that even a quieter day still feels like you’re watching an ecosystem, not a staged aquarium.

Tip I’d give you: when something catches your eye, don’t stare fixedly for too long. Scan around the window area because fish often pass in different directions as the submarine moves.

The audio guide in 9 languages is part of the value

You get an audio guide system with headphones provided free of charge. The tour offers languages including English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Norwegian, and Finnish.

This matters because submarine trips can otherwise feel like you’re just watching without context. Here, the guide helps you connect what you’re seeing to Atlantic sea life and delicate ecosystems, including why protecting these waters is important.

On board, you also have a large-screen setup, so you’re not totally reliant on the porthole view for understanding what’s happening. A lot of families love this because it helps kids track the experience without straining for the best window angle.

If you’re traveling with mixed-language groups, the headphone system is a big practical win. Everyone can follow at their own comfort level instead of squinting at explanations over someone’s shoulder.

Boarding comfort: normal air, big windows, and less stress than you expect

If you worry about claustrophobia or how it will feel inside a small vessel, you’ll probably appreciate the design choices described for the submarine cabin. The cabin is kept at normal atmospheric conditions, so people who have concerns related to ear issues, heart conditions, or pregnancy are not affected in any way according to the operator’s info.

The submarine is described as spacious and airy, with 44 comfortable seats and 22 large screen windows. That means most of the time you’re not fighting for a tiny view. Even so, keep in mind that it’s still a submarine, so your body will notice the difference from a bus or a ferry.

One small handling detail: the pontoon ride out to the submarine can wobble. It’s not dramatic, but it’s enough that families should keep hold of younger kids.

Also, while the submarine isn’t a wet experience, it’s still an enclosed environment. Dress in comfortable layers so you don’t feel too warm or too cold while seated with headphones on.

Getting to and from the marina: transport that’s included, with a few constraints

This tour includes free transport. If you choose hotel pickup, it’s part of the package, with pickup and drop-off included based on your option and location.

If you’re self-driving or meeting nearby, the key meeting point stays at Marina de Puerto Calero. You’ll want to be there early rather than sprinting in at the last second.

Pickup availability is time-specific:

• For the 12:00h dive, pickup is offered from Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen.
• For 11:00h or 13:00h, pickup is offered only from Playa Blanca.
• For 13:00h or 14:00h, pickup is offered from Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen.

You’ll be informed by email about the pickup point and time, and you may need to send the hotel name to arrange it.

A couple of reviews mention transport can take a bit long, so if you’re doing other activities the same day, keep your schedule flexible. The best move is to treat this as the anchor experience and let the rest of your day flow around it.

The practical extras: fish chart, certificate, and marina time

Beyond the submarine ride, this trip gives you a few helpful add-ons that make it feel complete instead of rushed.

You receive a free fish chart, which is great for matching what you saw with names afterward. That turns the experience into something you can talk about later, not just a memory.

You also get a personalised certificate at the end. It’s a small thing, but it’s the kind of souvenir kids and adults enjoy because it confirms you did something real, not just bought a ticket for a ride.

After you finish, you get free time at Puerto Calero Marina. This is underrated value. It gives you a calm decompression window where you can grab a snack or just watch boats and sea life from the surface.

Price and value: is $77 worth it?

At $77 per person for about one hour, the price isn’t just about a ride. You’re paying for three big value drivers:

1. A real submarine: Sub Fun Tres is part of a tiny global group (only 14 of this type). That rarity is the reason this feels special instead of touristy-by-default.
2. Underwater sights you can’t replicate easily: seeing shipwrecks and fish at depth through proper windows is the core payoff.
3. What’s included: transport, audio guide in 9 languages (with headphones), a fish chart, and a certificate.

Does it feel perfect every time? Not always. A few people report they wanted more fish variety or longer time underwater, and one or two felt the transport route took more time than they hoped. But overall, the package is set up so you’re not paying extra for the things that usually add up on tours: guide narration, comfort, and after-time at the marina.

If you’re the kind of traveler who likes unusual experiences that don’t require advanced skills (you don’t need to swim or scuba), this tends to deliver strong value.

Who this Lanzarote submarine experience fits best

This works particularly well if:

• you want a different kind of Lanzarote day beyond viewpoints and beaches
• you’re traveling with kids (many families say the experience holds attention because the view is direct and the audio is guided)
• you want an underwater look without getting wet
• you care about seeing real marine life in context rather than just watching a surface show

It may be less of a match if you:

• want a long, slow day at sea and are sensitive to time limits
• expect guaranteed high fish variety every trip
• feel uneasy on moving docks, since the pontoon can wobble when transferring

It’s also not suitable for children under 2 years, because safety equipment onboard can’t take very young kids.

A note on risk, safety, and comfort for nervous first-timers

This isn’t a stunt. The experience is built for public operation, with a cabin maintained at normal atmospheric conditions. A number of guests mention it felt safe and well managed, including people who were initially nervous.

You’ll still be inside a small controlled environment, so trust your instincts. If you have ear issues or heart-related concerns, it’s specifically stated you should not be affected, but if you’re unsure, ask your doctor before any air-pressure-related activity in general.

Also, show up on time. One report described a stressful moment linked to booking communication and no-shows. That’s not a pattern you should assume, but it’s a solid reminder to keep your booking details handy and arrive early enough to avoid last-minute confusion.

Should you book Sub Fun Tres in Lanzarote?

Yes, if your goal is a real, memorable Lanzarote submarine outing with shipwrecks and Atlantic sea life, and you want it packaged with comfort and narration. The value looks strongest when you want something genuinely different and you appreciate the included audio guide and transport.

Skip it only if you’re chasing maximum duration underwater or you’re expecting the trip to mimic a full-day open-sea expedition. For one hour, this is a tight, clear, family-friendly way to see the seafloor and make your Lanzarote trip feel special.

FAQ

How deep do you go on the Sub Fun Tres trip?

You can go up to 30 meters underwater.

How long is the experience in total?

The duration is listed as 1 hour.

Where does the submarine depart from?

The meeting and operation are based at Marina de Puerto Calero (Submarine Safaris, Modulo C, Local 2, Puerto Calero / Yaiza).

Is transport included?

Yes. Free transport is included, and hotel pickup and drop-off are available if you select that option.

Do you offer pickup from other parts of Lanzarote?

Pickup is available for certain times and areas. The info specifies options for Playa Blanca for the 11:00h and 13:00h slots, and Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen for the 12:00h and 14:00h slots.

Is the audio guide included, and in which languages?

Yes. The audio guide is included with headphones provided free of charge, and languages include Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, and Spanish.

What is included and what is not included?

Included: the submarine ride on Sub Fun Tres, personalised certificate, fish chart, free time at Puerto Calero Marina after your session, and free transport (plus hotel pickup/drop-off if selected). Not included: food and drinks, and pickup outside the mentioned areas.

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