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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Tenerife

110 tours  ·  from $19

Everything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, gathered in one place. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Tenerife: Mount Teide Tour with Cable Car Ticket & Transfer - Three Short Routes at the Upper Station
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Tenerife: Mount Teide Tour with Cable Car Ticket & Transfer

1.Mount Teide Tour with Cable Car Ticket & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5,094 reviews · 7 hours · from $102Our pick

Travel by coach from Tenerife’s north or south to Teide National Park, then ride the cable car to 3,555 meters. Your guide explains the volcano and island, while free trails, the Teide Legend audio guide, and the Science & Legend exhibit add depth to the visit.

“Really good trip, guide provided a variety of facts about areas that we passed on our way up to the mountain. Fantastic sites at mount teide and adequate time to take pictures and explore the different views. Would definitely go again and recommend this activity”

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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks - Meeting resident pilot whales near shore
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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

2.Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,653 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $41

From Puerto Colón, sail 2 to 3 miles off Costa Adeje with guides such as Lucy, Danny, and Lucia, watching resident pilot whales and dolphins near fish farms. Choose two hours for wildlife, or three hours for a snorkeling stop, free drinks, and sometimes a simple sandwich.

“The crew was friendly, we saw beautiful pilot whales, we received plenty of drinks, stopped to snorkel with some fishes.”

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No chase Whale & Dolphin tour putting Marine Life first - we care - Boarding the 23-meter Bahriyeli in Los Cristianos
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No chase Whale & Dolphin tour putting Marine Life first – we care

3.No chase Whale & Dolphin tour putting Marine Life first – we care

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,168 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Join the 23-meter Bahriyeli, a traditional two-mast Turkish gulet, for a two-hour sail from Los Cristianos. Marine life specialists explain the whales, dolphins, turtles, birds, and other species you may see. The crew follows a strict no-chase policy and works with Sea Shepherd UK.

“Very relaxed, saw the whales but no chasing. Take own drinks, was a counter but didn’t see anyone buying anything. Toilets on board but didn’t use. .”

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Tenerife: Marine-Life Tour with Transfer, Buffet and Drinks - Starting at Puerto Colón
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Tenerife: Marine-Life Tour with Transfer, Buffet and Drinks

4.Marine-Life Tour with Transfer, Buffet and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,865 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Cruise from Puerto Colón on the Monte Cristo Catamaran for three hours of whale and dolphin watching, a swim and snorkel stop, and a tapas buffet with drinks. Transfers cover southern Tenerife, and crew members such as Danielle add friendly service and clear explanations of the marine life.

“It was my 70th birthday and I couldn't have asked for a better day. Saw dolphins and whales. A lovely buffet lunch and drinks too”

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Whale watching and listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting - Watching pilot whales in open water
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Whale watching and listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting

5.Whale watching and listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,447 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48Top rated

Sail from Puerto Colón with a multilingual crew, including captains Angel and Victor, to search for pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles. The three-hour trip includes live commentary, sandwiches, unlimited drinks, underwater whale listening, and a swim stop. Bring swimwear and your own snorkel gear.

“The crew were amazing and very welcoming. The boat was spotless and facilities in great order. The tour was perfect and we seen the animals we wanted to see up close.”

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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit - Watching dolphins in their natural environment
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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

6.Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,411 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $42

Set out from Los Cristianos with Xplore Tenerife for about three hours of sea kayaking, snorkeling, and wildlife watching. Guides such as Bea, Max, Jessica, Mario, and Coco lead beginners along the coast beneath the Guaza Mountains. Wetsuits, kayaks, photos, and videos are included.

“The experience is awesome! Everything is organised, stuff provided the full support! Bea was just the best! Very friendly, and very professional! Her approach to the work is really something - she approaches marine life with wisdom and respect! I trusted her from the very beginning and the whole adventure was fantastic for me:) Thank you Bea!!!!”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour with Drinks - Searching for dolphins and pilot whales
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour with Drinks

7.Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,027 reviews · from $38

Join Flipper Uno in Los Gigantes for a 2 or 3-hour boat trip with a multilingual guide, dolphin and pilot whale spotting, cliff views, drinks, and a swim stop. Choose the longer option for chicken paella, fruit, and more time on the water. The pirate-style boat adds family fun.

“Fabulous 3 hours on the waves of the ocean. The boat travels to a calm bay, where you get to swim in the ocean. Getting in and out of water is easy, trapeze is great fun to jump in. Food was very tasty and drinks unlimited. We only got to see dolphins though, which was disappointing.”

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Mt. Teide and Masca Valley Tour in Tenerife - Climbing toward Teide National Park
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Mt. Teide and Masca Valley Tour in Tenerife

8.Mt. Teide and Masca Valley Tour in Tenerife

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 965 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $61

Travel from southern Tenerife through Teide National Park to Roques de García, Icod de los Vinos, Garachico, and Masca. You get hotel pickup, an air-conditioned coach, and a multilingual guide. Expect dramatic mountain roads, short photo stops, and plenty of time on the bus.

“One of the best tour bus driver we ever seen because it's a very beautiful but dangerous hill to drive.... We 100% recommend this tour... Food, curtesy, customer services and scenery is very much grand in the restaurant behind the castle...”

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3-hour Whale and Dolphin Watching and Listening Tour - Key points to know before you book
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3-hour Whale and Dolphin Watching and Listening Tour

9.3-hour Whale and Dolphin Watching and Listening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 808 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50

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”

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Los Gigantes: Whale or dolphin watching and swimming tour in Masca - Why the Small Boat Matters
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Los Gigantes: Whale or dolphin watching and swimming tour in Masca

10.Whale or dolphin watching and swimming tour in Masca

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 733 reviews · from $28Best value

Set out from Los Gigantes with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide to look for dolphins and pilot whales, then stop at Masca Bay for a swim. The small boat gets you close to the sea, while the return route passes beneath the huge Los Gigantes cliffs. A drink is included, but snorkeling gear is not.

“Very nice and friendly guides! We saw dolphins and even a Bryde whale”

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Tenerife: Snorkeling Tour in a Marine Protected Area - Meeting Raffaella and Ron at the beach
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Tenerife: Snorkeling Tour in a Marine Protected Area

11.Snorkeling Tour in a Marine Protected Area

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 636 reviews · 2 hours · from $45

Meet Raffaella and Ron at Abades beach for a small-group snorkel in calm, protected waters. You’ll receive a full wetsuit and quality gear, a safety briefing, 50 minutes in the water, wildlife guidance, and free underwater photos and videos.

“We had an amazing time snorkelling. Raffaella Ron were amazing hosts making us feel so welcome. It was our first time snorkelling but they helped us with everything. We saw a sea turtle and many other sea life. Would definitely recommend if you’re in Tenerife.”

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Tenerife: Sailboat Tour with Food and Snorkeling - Meeting the crew at Puerto Colón
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Tenerife: Sailboat Tour with Food and Snorkeling

12.Sailboat Tour with Food and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 621 reviews · from $68

Sail from Puerto Colón aboard the 12-meter Roulette, a small yacht limited to 10 passengers. The crew, including captains such as Salvador and Rafa, looks for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds, then stops for swimming and snorkeling with sandwiches, cake, and drinks onboard.

“Excellent trip, saw dolphins and turtles, lovely swim and lunch and drinks provided. The guide was super .. very lovely.”

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Tenerife: Teide, Icod de los Vinos & Garachico Full Day Tour - Pickup around Tenerife’s southern resorts
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Tenerife: Teide, Icod de los Vinos & Garachico Full Day Tour

13.Teide, Icod de los Vinos & Garachico Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 602 reviews · from $45

See Tenerife’s volcanic heart, the ancient dragon tree in Icod de los Vinos, and Garachico’s lava pools on an eight-hour guided bus tour. Guides such as Chantal and Guido lead in several languages. Hotel pickup, transport, and swimming time are included, but lunch is not.

“Wonderful views, and excellent driver. Could be better if pilot will tell us more history of this beautiful places we seen.”

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Tenerife: Sunset Catamaran Tour with Transfer, Buff & Drinks - Watching pilot whales in the open Atlantic
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Tenerife: Sunset Catamaran Tour with Transfer, Buff & Drinks

14.Sunset Catamaran Tour with Transfer, Buff & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 570 reviews · from $67

Set out from Puerto Colón with an English or Spanish-speaking guide and search for pilot whales and dolphins. Laura, Andres, and the crew serve tapas, fruit, and drinks, with time for a swim when conditions allow. Hotel pickup covers Playa Paraíso, Costa Adeje, Playa de Las Americas, and Los Cristianos.

“Micheal and Edmund were great hosts! We have seen whales (looked like dolphins:)), had an amazing sailing experience, then we have got delicious tapas (all kind of) and unlimited drinks (their wines are quite good)! We had the opportunity to swim a bit in a nice bay. So, summarised, it was one of our best experience in Tenerife”

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Whale watching and listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting - Watching pilot whales in open water
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Whale Watching and Listening Eco Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting

15.Whale Watching and Listening Eco Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 543 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $71

Sail from Costa Adeje with White Tenerife for five hours of whale watching, marine-life commentary, swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and drinks. The crew, including Miguel, Carlos, and Nacho on some departures, keeps the mood friendly while you look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and Tenerife’s dramatic west coast.

“We took this 5 hour whale and Dolphin watching trip and highly recommend it to anyone. The trip was exceptionally well managed with safety the first priority for the crew. The crew were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful and couldn’t have done more to make the day a success. We saw Whales and dolphins and this was achieved with respect for their environment. Lunch and drinks were great. We were able to stop for a swim and snorkel too. The crew of this trip should feel very proud of what they offer. We would definitely use this company again. Excellent value for money too”

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