Prestigious cruiser private charter

Tenerife’s south coast is best enjoyed from the water, and this private charter gives you three hours on a luxury boat with time for whale watching, swimming, and snorkeling. Your group of up to six has the boat to itself, with an English-speaking crew handling the service and route.

I like the personal service and the fact that drinks, tapas, snorkeling gear, photos, and video are included rather than added one by one. I also like the boat’s practical touches, including a toilet, changing area, and comfortable seating. The main drawback is the weather: one outing had cloudy skies and chilly water, which made swimming less appealing.

Key points to know before you book

• Private boat for up to six: You are not sharing the charter with strangers, so the pace and atmosphere suit your own group.
• Three hours from Puerto Colón: The trip starts and ends at Roca Mar Tenerife, on Pantalán 2 in Costa Adeje.
• Pilot whale sightings are possible: The route heads toward known animal-watching areas, and pilot whales were seen on one outing.
• Food and drinks are included: Expect bottled water, beer, cava, soft drinks, and tapas throughout the cruise.
• Swimming depends on the day: Snorkeling equipment is supplied, but cloudy weather and cool water can affect how much time you want to spend in the sea.
• Cost works best for a group: At $602.06 for up to six people, the per-person price drops sharply when the boat is full.

Leaving Puerto Colón on a private boat

You meet the crew at Roca Mar Tenerife, located at Puerto Colón, Pantalán 2, Av. de Colón, in Costa Adeje. The trip returns to the same point after about three hours, keeping the logistics simple if you are staying near the south-coast resort area.

The key advantage is privacy. With a maximum of six people in your party, you can settle into the boat without negotiating deck space, meal timing, or music with a large crowd. That makes this a good fit for a family, a small group of friends, or a couple willing to pay more for room and personal attention.

The crew provides an English-language service, and the booking information describes a high level of care onboard. Ryan is named as a host on some departures, so you may find that the experience has a personal host rather than a purely hands-off boat operator. The exact crew can vary, so I would not book this expecting a particular individual unless you confirm that directly.

A mobile ticket is accepted, and confirmation is provided when you book. The meeting point is near public transportation. Hotel pickup by minibus has also been provided on at least one departure, but the formal meeting instructions remain the Puerto Colón marina, so you should confirm pickup rather than assume it is included.

Three hours for whales, water, and open views

The cruise has no long list of formal stops. Instead, the crew takes you away from the port toward the best available areas for animal watching and swimming, then returns to Puerto Colón. That flexible format is useful because marine life and sea conditions do not follow a fixed schedule.

The animal-watching part is one of the strongest reasons to book. Pilot whales were seen during one trip, and the route is designed to look for marine life rather than simply circle the coast. Sightings can never be guaranteed, of course, but the private format gives you a better chance to ask the crew to slow down or spend more time watching when something appears.

The boat itself is a major part of the experience. You are not simply paying for transport to a swimming spot. You have a luxury setting, comfortable seating, a toilet, and a changing area. Those details matter on a three-hour outing, especially when you are wet, eating, or sharing the boat with children.

You should also keep the timing in perspective. Three hours is long enough to feel like a proper excursion, but short enough to fit around other plans in Tenerife. It is not a full-day sailing trip, and you should not expect a broad tour of the entire island coastline. The appeal is a relaxed half-day on the water, not a packed schedule.

Watching for pilot whales off Tenerife

The waters around Tenerife are known for marine life, and this cruise puts the search for animals near the center of the outing. Pilot whales were spotted on one departure, which gives you a clear idea of what may be possible when conditions cooperate.

The experience is likely to feel more rewarding if you enjoy watching rather than checking off a guaranteed sighting. The crew can take you toward suitable areas, but wildlife moves freely and weather affects visibility. Bring patience and keep your expectations sensible.

A private boat also gives you a more comfortable setting for animal watching. You can remain seated, move around the boat, and share the moment with your own group. If somebody in your party is especially interested in whales, that privacy may be worth more than the lower price of a large shared cruise.

The trip includes photos and a video. That is useful because you can enjoy the moment without keeping your phone out the whole time. Still, the material supplied and the exact timing of any photos are not specified, so treat it as a welcome extra rather than the main reason to book.

Swimming and snorkeling depend on the weather

Swimming is part of the plan, but it is not a promise that you will spend a long time in the water. Snorkeling equipment is included, which saves you from bringing or renting your own gear. The crew looks for suitable places to get in, depending on the conditions that day.

One outing had cloudy skies and cold weather. A few people still swam and snorkeled, but others decided the water was not inviting enough. This is an important practical point: Tenerife often has mild weather, but a boat trip can feel cool when the sun disappears and you are exposed to wind.

If swimming is your main goal, check the forecast before departure and bring a towel and a layer for the ride back. The changing area and onboard toilet make the trip more comfortable, but they cannot change the temperature of the sea.

The snorkeling is best viewed as an optional part of a wider cruise. You can enjoy the boat, food, drinks, and animal watching even if you decide not to swim. That flexibility makes the excursion suitable for mixed groups, where one person wants to get in the water and another prefers to stay dry.

Tapas, cava, beer, and soft drinks onboard

Food and drinks are included for the full outing. You receive bottled water, unlimited beer, cava, and soft drinks, along with tapas. One departure was well supplied with drinks, and the food was described as delicious.

This setup changes the feel of the trip. You do not need to return to shore for refreshments or keep checking the clock because somebody is hungry. You can sit back with a drink while the crew handles the service.

The food is tapas rather than a full restaurant meal. That should suit a three-hour cruise, but it is worth remembering if anyone in your group needs a substantial meal. Vegetarian food is available if requested when booking. You should give that information in advance rather than waiting until you board.

Alcohol is included, but you are still on a moving boat. If you plan to swim, snorkel, or are prone to seasickness, pace yourself and drink water as well. The inclusion of unlimited drinks is a nice value feature, but it should not be treated as an invitation to overdo it.

How much value do you get for $602.06?

The listed price is $602.06 per group of up to six people. For six passengers, that works out to about $100.34 per person. For four people, it is about $150.52 each, and for two, about $301.03 each.

That makes the group size the central value question. A full boat gets a private luxury outing, food, drinks, equipment, and media at a reasonable per-person rate. A couple may still love the privacy, but the price becomes much harder to justify compared with a shared cruise.

You are paying for more than three hours on the sea. The package includes a private boat, crew service, snorkeling equipment, unlimited drinks, tapas, and photos and video. The toilet, changing space, and comfortable seating also matter because they make the boat usable for the entire outing rather than just the active swimming period.

I would compare this with the price of other private boat trips in Tenerife, not just standard whale-watching tickets. If your priority is the lowest possible fare, this is probably not the right choice. If you want a small private setting and plan to use the included food, drinks, and water activities, the price makes more sense.

What the weather can change

The excursion requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund. That policy protects you from losing the booking fee, but weather can still affect an outing that goes ahead.

Clouds, wind, and cool temperatures may reduce the pleasure of swimming even when the boat can safely operate. A cloudy day does not ruin the cruise, especially if whale watching and onboard service are your main aims, but you should not picture guaranteed sunshine.

The cancellation rules are straightforward: cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund. The same local-time cutoff applies to the activity date.

The experience also requires a minimum number of participants. If the operator cancels because that minimum is not reached, you receive the choice of another date or experience, or a full refund. That is worth knowing if your holiday schedule is tight.

Who will enjoy this charter most?

This boat trip suits you if you value privacy, attentive service, and a comfortable setting more than a low-cost ticket. It is especially appealing for a group of six, since the cost per person becomes much more reasonable.

It also works well for a mixed group. One person can watch for whales, another can enjoy cava and tapas, and another can swim or snorkel. Nobody has to follow a large group’s fixed pace.

Families should appreciate the toilet, changing area, and short three-hour duration, though the supplied information does not specify child ages, safety equipment, or accessibility details. Ask the provider about those points if they matter to your group.

This may not suit you if you want a guaranteed whale sighting, a long snorkeling session, or a full-day coastal cruise. It may also be poor value for one or two people unless the private setting is central to your holiday plans.

Practical booking advice for Puerto Colón

Book with the group size in mind. The price is fixed for up to six, so adding a few friends can make a large difference to the per-person cost.

Tell the operator about vegetarian food when you book. The vegetarian option is available, but advance notice is required.

Wear something suitable for changing conditions. The trip may be warm and sunny, but one outing was cloudy and cold enough to discourage most swimming. Bring a towel and a light layer, even if the forecast looks promising.

Confirm the pickup arrangement. The official meeting point is Roca Mar Tenerife at Puerto Colón, while hotel pickup by minibus has been provided on at least one departure. Do not assume hotel transportation is standard unless it appears in your booking details.

The activity is near public transportation, and most people can participate. If you need specific mobility arrangements, contact the provider before booking because detailed accessibility information is not supplied.

Should you book the Prestigious Cruiser private charter?

Book it if you have four to six people and want a polished private outing with room to relax. The strongest features are the personal service, comfortable boat, onboard toilet and changing area, included tapas and drinks, and the chance to see pilot whales in their natural setting.

Think twice if your group is small, your budget is tight, or swimming is the only thing you care about. The sea may be chilly, the skies may be cloudy, and wildlife sightings are never certain.

For the right group, this is a well-rounded three-hour cruise rather than a simple boat ride. You get time on the water, a chance to look for marine life, optional snorkeling, and enough food and drink to make the boat itself part of the day.

FAQ

Where does the private charter start?

It starts at Roca Mar Tenerife, Puerto Colón, Pantalán 2, Av. de Colón, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity ends back at the same meeting point in Puerto Colón.

How long does the cruise last?

The private charter lasts approximately three hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price covers one private group of up to six people.

What drinks are included?

Bottled water, unlimited beer, cava, and soft drinks are included.

Is food included?

Yes. Tapas are included, and a vegetarian option is available if you request it when booking.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included for use during the cruise.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

You are offered a different date or a full refund if poor weather causes the cancellation.