Private Yacht Tour With Whale and Dolphin Watching 33 Foot Boat

The best part of this six-hour private yacht trip is the freedom to spend the day at sea without sharing the boat with strangers. Your captain takes up to nine people from Puerto Colon along Costa Adeje, where pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, caves, and quiet swimming spots may appear.

I like the combination of wildlife watching and snorkeling, plus the free snacks and drinks that keep the day easy. I also like that the crew can shape the outing around your group, as Captain Maxi did for one family, finding pilot whales before stopping in a secluded bay. The catch is simple: marine life is wild, so you may have a wonderful day and still miss the whales and dolphins.

Key points at a glance

• Private 33-foot yacht: Your group has the whole boat, with space to relax instead of sharing the outing with a crowd.
• Costa Adeje wildlife: The route passes a coast known for caves, beaches, pilot whales, dolphins, and other marine life.
• Six hours on the water: There is time for wildlife watching, a swim, snorkeling, and a relaxed sail back.
• Puertito snorkeling stop: The clear water and fish make this a strong part of the day, even if sightings are quiet.
• Food and drinks included: Water, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks are provided onboard.
• Sonar equipment onboard: You can listen for whales and dolphins as part of the search.

Setting sail from Puerto Colon

You meet at Tenerife Sailing Charters, at Puerto Colon, pontoon 2, in Costa Adeje. Once everyone arrives, the crew checks your mobile ticket and leads you down to the boat. Allow a little patience at the start, since personal items must be stowed and the captain gives a safety briefing before departure.

That short boarding period matters. You learn how the boat works, hear the plan for the six hours, and get settled before the yacht leaves the harbor. It is not a rushed dockside handoff. The provided schedule allows about 10 minutes for this first stage.

The exact yacht is a 33-foot boat, which gives you a more personal outing than a large excursion vessel. A group of two will have plenty of room. A group of nine will make better use of the boat’s full capacity, though anyone who wants a very quiet, spacious feel should think carefully about bringing the maximum number.

The tour is private, so only your group joins the activity. That is especially useful for families, couples traveling with friends, or a mixed-age group that wants to set its own pace. You can settle into the day rather than worrying about keeping up with a busload of people.

Reading the Costa Adeje coast from the water

Costa Adeje gives the cruise a varied backdrop. The coastline includes beaches and caves, and the boat provides a different view than you get from shore. You are not simply transported from one point to another. The captain takes you along the coast while keeping an eye out for marine life.

A local captain is part of the appeal. The crew can take you toward less obvious spots and adjust the outing to suit conditions and wildlife activity. That does not mean every trip follows the same path. It means your six hours have room for judgment, which is useful when the sea and animals refuse to follow a timetable.

The captain also affects the feel of a private trip. Captain Maxi has been singled out for making a family group feel welcome, including four adults and children aged 8 and 6. For families, that sort of hosting can matter as much as the scenery. The boat needs to work for parents, grandparents, and children at the same time, and a relaxed captain helps.

You should still keep expectations sensible. This is a wildlife outing, not a guaranteed animal show. One successful trip included pilot whales, while another enjoyed the boat and snorkeling but saw no whales or dolphins. The crew can search, use the onboard sonar, and take you to likely areas, but no one can promise a sighting.

Looking for pilot whales and dolphins

The wildlife search is the main reason to book this cruise. The waters around Tenerife are known for marine life, and the outing is designed to help you spot what is living offshore. Keep your eyes on the water, but also listen through the sonar equipment provided onboard.

Pilot whales and dolphins are the key targets. Turtles have also been seen close to the boat on a successful outing. The possibility of seeing animals near the yacht gives the trip its strongest sense of occasion, especially when you are on a smaller private boat rather than looking from a distant shore.

The sonar is an unusual extra. It lets you listen for whales and dolphins, adding another way to experience the search. It does not turn the sea into a guaranteed viewing area, but it gives the wildlife portion more substance than simply scanning the horizon.

I would treat the search as one part of the day, not the sole measure of success. If you see pilot whales and dolphins, the trip may become a standout memory. If you do not, you still have a private coastal cruise, snacks, drinks, and a snorkeling stop. That is an important distinction when you are deciding how much to pay.

Snorkeling at Puertito

The snorkeling stop at Puertito is a major strength. The water has been described as clear, with plenty of fish, and the setting provides a quieter break from the wildlife search. You can swim, use the provided snorkeling equipment, and spend time in the water instead of remaining on deck for the entire six hours.

This stop also gives the cruise a useful second focus. Whale and dolphin watching depends on nature. Snorkeling gives you something more hands-on to do. Even if the animals stay away, you can still enjoy an active part of the outing.

The tour includes snorkeling equipment, so you do not need to arrange that separately. A family group with children aged 8 and 6 was able to combine wildlife watching, swimming, and a leisurely return sail. The available information does not promise a specific depth, water temperature, or exact snorkeling duration, so you should view the stop as a planned opportunity rather than a fixed-length session.

If you are not comfortable in the water, you can still enjoy the boat and the scenery. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed, but no special accessibility details are provided for the yacht or swimming stop. If anyone in your party has particular mobility needs, ask the operator before booking.

Food, drinks, and the rhythm of six hours

The included refreshments make a practical difference. You receive bottled water and snacks, along with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. That means you are not left trying to plan a separate meal while the boat is out at sea.

The drinks are generous for a private half-day outing, but remember that the minimum drinking age is 18. Alcohol can be part of a relaxed sail, yet it should not distract from the wildlife search or swimming. Water and soft drinks are available as well.

A vegetarian option is available if you request it when booking. That is worth doing early, since the information provided does not specify the exact snack menu. If someone in your group has dietary needs beyond vegetarian food, confirm what can be supplied before you set sail.

The day appears to have a pleasant rhythm: board, receive the safety and route briefing, search for marine life, stop to swim and snorkel, then sail back at an easy pace. You are not being pushed from one timed attraction to another. The private format allows the captain to spend more time with the parts your group enjoys.

What the $594.75 group price means

The price is $594.75 for the entire group, up to nine people. At full capacity, that works out to about $66 per person. With six people, it is roughly $99 per person. For four people, it is about $149 each, and for two people, the cost rises to nearly $297 per person.

That makes the group size important. A full family group or a party of friends gets much better value than a couple booking alone. For nine people, six hours on a private 33-foot yacht, with drinks, snacks, snorkeling equipment, and a dedicated captain, is a strong package. For two, it is a much more expensive way to spend the day, though you are paying for privacy and flexibility.

I would compare this with what matters most to you. If you want the lowest possible per-person cost, a shared boat may be cheaper. If you want the boat to yourselves, the ability to relax away from a crowd, and a day shaped around your own group, the private price makes more sense.

The value also depends on your attitude toward wildlife. You should not pay this amount solely for a guaranteed whale sighting, because there is no guarantee. Pay for the complete experience: the private boat, the coast, the chance to hear and see marine life, the Puertito swim, and the included refreshments.

Who will enjoy this yacht outing most

This is a good match for families who want several activities in one day. Children can watch for dolphins, swim, and look at fish, while adults enjoy the private setting and drinks. The example of a group spanning grandparents, parents, and children shows how well the format can suit a mixed-age party.

It also fits friends celebrating a special day or a small group that values privacy. You can relax without strangers beside you, and the captain can focus on your party’s interests. The boat’s capacity of nine keeps the experience small enough to feel personal.

Couples can enjoy it too, but the price is harder to justify for only two people. If privacy matters greatly and the budget is comfortable, it may still be appealing. If you mainly want to see whales at the lowest cost, this is not automatically the best fit.

Snorkelers should pay attention to the Puertito stop. The clear water and fish give you a worthwhile reason to book even when marine sightings are uncertain. Non-swimmers can enjoy the cruise, but the strongest activity mix is aimed at people happy to spend time in the water.

Practical details before you book

You need at least two people to make a booking. The meeting point is Puerto Colon, pontoon 2, in Costa Adeje, and the cruise returns to the same meeting point. The activity is offered in English, and confirmation is provided when you book.

Mobile tickets are accepted. Keep your personal items manageable, since belongings are stowed once you board. The boat is near public transportation, which helps if you are staying in the Costa Adeje area.

The experience depends on good weather. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted, and the cut-off uses local time.

Souvenir photos are not included, though they may be available to purchase. If you want a record of a close whale, dolphin, or turtle sighting, ask about photos onboard. Do not assume they are part of the package.

Is this private Tenerife yacht tour worth booking?

I would book this for a group of four to nine people that wants a private day combining wildlife watching, snorkeling, and a relaxed coastal sail. The best reasons are the whole-boat format, the chance to see pilot whales and dolphins, the Puertito swim, and the included food and drinks.

I would be more cautious if you are a couple on a tight budget or if a whale sighting is your only goal. The sea may not cooperate, as one outing proved, and the per-person price climbs sharply with a small group.

For the right party, this is a well-rounded Costa Adeje day rather than a single-purpose wildlife chase. Go with flexible expectations, request vegetarian food in advance if needed, and fill the boat with people who will enjoy both the search and the swim. That is when the $594.75 group price makes the most sense.

FAQ

Where does the yacht tour start and finish?

The tour starts at Puerto Colon, pontoon 2, in Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the private yacht tour last?

The experience lasts approximately six hours, including boarding, the safety briefing, wildlife watching, snorkeling, and the return sail.

How many people can join the private yacht?

The 33-foot boat can accommodate a private group of up to nine people. A minimum of two people is required per booking.

Are whales and dolphins guaranteed?

No. The captain searches for marine life and the boat has sonar equipment for listening to whales and dolphins, but sightings depend on nature and are not guaranteed.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, and the outing includes a stop where you can swim and snorkel, including at Puertito.

What food and drinks are provided?

Bottled water, snacks, unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks are included. The minimum drinking age is 18, and a vegetarian option is available if requested when booking.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If bad weather cancels the experience, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.