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The 15 Whale Watching Boats in Tenerife That Earn Their Price

66 tours  ·  from $13

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 whale watching boats justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming - Travelin Lady is built for whale watching
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Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

1.Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15,619 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $13Our pick

Set out from Los Cristianos aboard Travelin Lady, a purpose-built eco-yacht with low emissions and protected propellers. Guide Ines may lead the multilingual trip, with stops for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, the Cave of Love, and a short swim if sea conditions allow.

“We had our initial boat trip cancelled due to the weather however we were able to reschedule it. We really enjoyed the boat trip and managed to see lots of dolphins. We even caught some jumping in the waves the boat made. 10/10”

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Los Cristianos Respectful No-Chase Whale and Dolphin Safari - Two hours of watching, not chasing
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Los Cristianos Respectful No-Chase Whale and Dolphin Safari

2.Los Cristianos Respectful No-Chase Whale and Dolphin Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12,782 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Sail from Puerto Los Cristianos aboard the Bahriyeli for a two-hour, strict no-chase safari. Government-certified multilingual guides explain pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and local marine life. The boat can travel beyond three miles, with open decks, an indoor salon, and no scheduled swimming stop.

“It was a very good trip, the boat was clean and there comfortable. The guides were informative and helpful, the boat wasn’t full and this helped with getting a good view, I think it would be different if fill as sone seats were in the middle meaning it would be difficult to get a good view and as with many trips it was a ‘first come first served’ basis for seats”

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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks - Watching whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca zone
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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

3.Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,096 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $52

Sail from Puerto Colón with White Tenerife on a 3 or 5-hour catamaran trip through the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. Hear ocean sounds underwater, watch pilot whales and dolphins, swim in the Atlantic, and enjoy sandwiches, drinks, or an extended meal with views toward Los Gigantes.

“Was nice atmosphere, staff really friendly with kids, we super liked🌸”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop - Leaving Los Gigantes Port on the Masca Express
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop

4.Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,539 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Join Flipper Uno at Los Gigantes Port for a two-hour cruise through the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. Guides such as Alejandro help spot pilot whales and dolphins before taking you past Masca and Los Gigantes for a drink and swim stop.

“Excellent, guides were very good, boat spotless, & they made sure we got see a pilot whale, which was fabulous”

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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

5.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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Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks - Leaving Puerto Colón for the Atlantic
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Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks

6.Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,929 reviews · 3 hours · from $77

Sail from Puerto Colón with a small group of up to 11 people, searching for pilot whales and dolphins around Southern Tenerife. Guides such as Guy and Maxi explain the marine life and coastline, then stop in a quiet bay for swimming, snorkeling, snacks, and drinks.

“Food and drink supplied was good but the trip was made great by Captain Guy, he was both informative and funny and put everyone at ease. 1 person on our trip suffered with sea sickness and he took care of them till they felt better, he spotted pilot whales from a distance which we would have easily missed, he makes the trip as good as it is for his passengers.”

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Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet - Searching for whales and dolphins off Tenerife
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Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet

7.Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,712 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71Top rated

Sail from Puerto Colón on a comfortable catamaran limited to 24 people. Your crew searches for pilot whales and dolphins, serves tapas and drinks, then anchors for swimming and snorkeling before cruising along Tenerife’s south coast. Hotel pickup is available in the southern resorts.

“An unforgettable experience! The crew was welcoming and knowledgeable, the tour was well-organised, and seeing whales so close was absolutely magical. A must-do for anyone who loves the ocean.”

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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

8.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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Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje - Entering the Teno-Rasca Marine Protected Area
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Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje

9.Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,066 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Join biologist guides John, Ion, or Monie for a two-hour whale and dolphin trip from Puerto Colón. With no more than 10 people aboard an eight-meter rigid inflatable boat, you’ll explore the Teno-Rasca Marine Protected Area, listen underwater, and receive free wildlife photos by email.

“We had an incredible trip and got to see lots of dolphins and pilot whales! Incredible animals and great information from Captain on the species, wildlife, conservation efforts and more! Absolutely brilliant, thank you for a wonderful excursion!”

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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise - The Underwater Windows: Useful Bonus or Main Attraction?
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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise

10.Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,043 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

From Puerto Colón, sail for two hours aboard the Royal Delfin catamaran, watching for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and other sea life. Guide Anja is praised for clear multilingual commentary. The boat has 16 underwater windows, open decks, indoor seating, a small bar, and wheelchair access with limits.

“We saw several pilot whales families and many of the whales accompanied our boat. It was truly amazing and see these beautiful whales in their natural habitat. The comments were good and informative. It was very good value for money and I especially enjoyed the submarine part of the boat as it was possible to see more of the marine life inside of the ocean. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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Tenerife: Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat - Two hours among whales, dolphins, and open water
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Tenerife: Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

11.Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,040 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Join David, Eileen, Jaime, or another member of the multilingual Third Element crew for a three-hour sailing trip from Los Gigantes. With only up to 10 people aboard, you’ll search for pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles, swim near the cliffs, and enjoy fruit, sandwiches, and drinks.

“So glad I went on this activity! It was amazing, we saw group of pilot whales, the sea was calm. Crew was phenomenal. I highly recommend this!”

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Los Cristianos: Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching - Watching Pilot Whales and Dolphins in the Wild
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Los Cristianos: Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching

12.Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,767 reviews · from $20

Board Ragnarok at Los Cristianos for a two-hour cruise toward the waters between Tenerife and La Gomera. Watch for pilot whales and dolphins, enjoy Tenerife’s coast from the sea, and join a playful Viking-themed trip with a multilingual crew, toilets, water, and an onboard bar.

“Great guide got to see plenty of whales excellent value for money would defo use again”

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Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup - Searching for pilot whales and dolphins
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Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

13.Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,604 reviews · 3 hours · from $46

Set out from Puerto Colon aboard the red Maxicat catamaran for three hours of whale and dolphin watching, bilingual guiding, paella, unlimited drinks, and a swim stop at Diego Hernandez Bay. Pickup is available from selected south Tenerife hotels. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and your own snorkel gear.

“The cruise was beautiful, the view, the staff on board, the food… oh I love the sangria!!! It was an awesome experience for me. I would love to come back again when I can swim!!!😂😂😂😂”

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Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim - Leaving Puerto Colón on the Royal Delfín
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Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

14.Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,573 reviews · 3 - 4.5 hours · from $59

Sail from Puerto Colón along Tenerife’s southwest coast with a multilingual guide, watching for pilot whales and dolphins through 16 underwater windows. Choose a 3-hour Diego Hernández Bay cruise or a 4.5-hour trip toward Masca and Los Gigantes, both with lunch, drinks, and a swim stop.

“It was a pleasant ride tbf, coulda been shortened a bit but definitely worth it. Got a beautiful view, swim in the sea with lunch and drinks included, the male photographer was abit rude and the other passengers in regards to walking space, but other thsn that thoroughly enjoyed. And we did in fact see plenty of wales and dolphins!!!”

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Tenerife:Respectful Whale Watching, Pirate Ship, & Swim - Why pilot whales gather off Tenerife’s west coast
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Tenerife:Respectful Whale Watching, Pirate Ship, & Swim

15.Respectful Whale Watching, Pirate Ship, & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,572 reviews · from $17

Join the Peter Pan, an authentic Portuguese goleta, from Los Cristianos for a two-hour cruise along Tenerife’s west coast. Guides including Christophe and Javi explain the local pilot whales, while you watch for dolphins, enjoy the upper deck, buy a drink, and stop for a swim.

“it was such an amazing experience. we saw pilot whales and a huge turtle. Christophe et Javi were lovely. especially Christophe who helped a lot with our kid ! great value 👏”

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