Tenerife · 3-HOUR EXPERIENCES
The 15 best 3-hour experiences you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Set out from Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje for three hours along Tenerife’s south coast. Look for pilot whales and dolphins in open water, listen for their sounds, enjoy sandwiches and drinks, then swim or snorkel from the catamaran before returning to the marina.
“Just sailing on the sea and enjoying the view. The staff was very nice and friendly and we all had a wonderful time”
Sail from Los Cristianos aboard the Viking Ragnarok for three hours of whale and dolphin watching, swimming, Viking games, music, face painting, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. The crew entertains in English, with Spanish information also available. Food, premium drinks, and transport are extra.
“Considering I have been on a similar cruise in Norway and Iceland, I will have to say this is far better and far more entertaining. We saw plenty of pilot whales quite close up. The food and drink on board was amazing. Constant supply of included beer and drink was well needed. 2/3s of the boat have shade but the breeze is good enough at cooling you down. The staff were excellent are entertaining and looking after us from the chef to the actors to the captain. As an experience there was not a stone left unturned. 100% recommend for families or couples as it’s a great way to spend…”
Join captain Salvador and crew on the 12-meter Roulette for a three-hour cruise from Puerto Colón. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds, then stop at La Caleta de Adeje for swimming, snorkeling, snacks, and drinks. Groups are limited to 10 people.
“We had an amazing trip with Salvador in his boat, it was lovely to see how much he enjoys sailing and the sea!! He was so careful around the Pilot Whales, staying a respectful distance and allowing them to come to us if they wanted to. We would definitely recommend, compared to other boat trips this is a much smaller group, up to 10, so the boat did not feel overcrowded like you see on some of the big catamaran trips. With a smaller group, Salvador can also spend time talking to you about the animals you see and answering your questions. 10/10.”
Board Eden Catamaran at Puerto Colón for a two or three hour cruise along Tenerife’s coast. Expect pilot whales, dolphins, island views, unlimited beer and soft drinks, and a friendly crew such as Lucie and Mario. Choose the longer trip for swimming, snorkeling, and sandwiches.
“100% recommended tour, me with wife have a wonderful day on board... ⛵️🌞👍Beautiful views and crew!!!”
Join Tenerife First Quads for a three-hour sunset ride toward Teide National Park. Guides including Daniel, Lee, Rico, Dani, and Amélie lead you along scenic mountain roads, with stops for photos, snacks, sunset views, and warm clothing when needed. Drivers must be 18 or older with a full car license.
“Yesterday we went with Daniel and Emily to do the sunset tour. It was just breathtaking and amazing. The vibes were amazing too. The staff are very well trained and prepared for everything. Daniel’s energy during the tour made it an enjoyable experience! Would certainly book with them again. Worth every penny ☀️👌🏼🔥❤️”
Join Blue Dream Sailing aboard Sangria for a three-hour trip from Los Gigantes. Louis and the crew take you past the cliffs, look for whales, serve tapas and drinks, then stop near Masca for swimming and snorkeling. The boat carries no more than 12 people.
“5 étoiles sans hésiter vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés Louis est d’une gentillesse incroyable. Nous avons vu des baleines à 2 m à peine et plonger avec de beaux poissons Je recommande à 100%”
Sail from Puerto Colón aboard Roulette, a private yacht with Salvador and his crew. Over three hours, you can watch pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles, swim or snorkel near a cove, and enjoy homemade paella, drinks, snacks, and hotel pickup within 20 kilometers.
“Excellent afternoon seeing wild turtles and whales. Great overview of Canary Islands history. Tasty lunch provided. We really enjoyed the experience. *one thing to improve is selection of snacks - the only provided snack was potato chips. For all inclusive trip with 2 kids it was quite disappointing. I would suggest to add some fruit to the experience.”
Set out from Puerto Colón in a small group of up to 20 people. You’ll sail toward La Gomera to look for pilot whales and dolphins, stop to snorkel with provided gear, enjoy a snack, and hear about Tenerife’s coast from the crew.
“We are a family in of 6, I can not thank our tour guides enough. We got to see dolphins & whales, plus we stopped in a bay to snorkel & have a snack. My children’s faces (13 years, 17 years, 18 years & 20 years) were priceless. They were so welcoming & very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this tour guide.”
From Puerto Colón, Captain Eric and the Sea Safari crew take you along Tenerife’s south coast for three hours of whale and dolphin watching, cliff views, swimming, and snorkeling. The small boat carries up to 11 people, with equipment, drinks, sandwiches, and a BladeFish underwater scooter included.
“Fantástica experiencia, súper completa, vimos ballenas, delfines, tortugas. La parte del snórkel fue una pasada. Eric, el patrón, súper atento, explicando un montón de cosas.”
Sail from Puerto Colón along Tenerife’s southwest coast on a three-hour Royal Delfin catamaran trip. Watch for whales and dolphins through 16 underwater windows, enjoy lunch and drinks, then swim at Diego Hernandez Bay. The boat returns to the same port.
“The staff were Brilliant. But the boat was over full. We couldn't get upstairs to the main deck once due to congestion. When there were any wildlife sightings, we couldn't get near to any part of the boat to see them because of so many people fighting to see them. The food was equivalent to the worst school dinner ever, with no other options than soggy coleslaw, dry rice, odd texture meatballs and stale bread. During the swim at the rear of the boat, so many people were forced into a small area, so you end up being sandwiched in. I got kicked and scratched and my son a flipper…”
Join the Soñador Sailing Yacht from Puerto Colón for a three-hour shared or private trip along Tenerife’s coast. Look for whales and dolphins, enjoy homemade food and drinks, swim or snorkel, and use the paddle board. Pickup is offered, with groups capped at 11.
“El Capitan majisimo, continuamente preguntando si queríamos algo e informándonos sobre los delfines y ballenas que veíamos por el camino”
Set out from Puerto Colón with captain and guide Ryan on a private three-hour cruise for up to six people. Expect cava, coastal views, a secluded swimming stop, snorkelling gear, drinks, and a cold platter of local meats, cheeses, fruit, bread, and dips.
“Oh, great. Knowledgeable and nice owner who does not look at the clock and thinks along. Beautiful route with beautiful stories. Highly recommended!Auto-translated”
Meet at Puerto Colón for a three-hour sailing trip along Costa Adeje. You’ll see beaches and coves, watch for dolphins and whales, swim when conditions allow, and enjoy water, soft drinks, beer, and cava. English and Spanish are offered, with private-group booking available.
“What a fantastic morning out with Captain Felix. We had no idea when we booked the tour that we be going looking for Dolphins, whales & sea turtles and we were lucky enough to see all 3! The cava was cold and sun was hot, a fantastic experience with a sea swim too.”
Set out from Puerto Colón on a private yacht for three hours of whale and dolphin watching near Tenerife. You get open deck space, unlimited cava, beer, wine, soft drinks, snacks, and snorkel gear. Yuri is one named skipper associated with the trip, though the boat may be a yacht rather than a catamaran.
“Well organised. Crew on the boat were fantastic. Small number of people makes it worth the money aa well when you see the bigger boats”
Set out from Puerto Colón for a three-hour shared motor yacht ride along Costa Adeje. You’ll look for whales and dolphins, stop to swim and snorkel, and enjoy sandwiches, snacks, soft drinks, water, beer, wine, and cava. Captain Paco and booking staff such as Laura, Patricia, and Richie have been praised for helpful service.
“We booked two trips through Richie at the Golden Mile office in Las Américas. A jet ski experience and a boat trip on the Neptune Whale experience. We were a group of 14 and was absolutely thrilled with Two great trips we would highly recommend Richie who kept in contact is knowledgeable and went above and beyond.”
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