5 hr watching and listening whales and dolps. Visit Los Gigantes

The best part of this five-hour trip is the contrast: you watch for whales and dolphins in open water, then sail beneath the towering cliffs of Los Gigantes and stop at quiet Masca Bay for a swim. The route gives you both wildlife time and a chance to see Tenerife’s coast from the sea.

I like two things here: the crew helps you know where to look for marine life, and lunch and drinks are part of the price, so you do not have to bring a meal. The main consideration is that whales and dolphins are wild animals, so sightings cannot be promised. Snorkelling gear is also not included.

Key points before you book

• Look for whales and dolphins: The crew offers advice on where to spot them. Pilot whales and dolphins have been seen, along with sea turtles; one account also describes orcas, but no particular species is guaranteed.
• See Los Gigantes from the water: The high cliffs are a major coastal sight and a good reason to take the boat rather than only view the area from land.
• Stop at Masca Bay: The itinerary includes time for a swim in clear water and snorkelling among the bay’s marine life.
• Lunch and drinks are included: Expect chicken and vegetable rice or pasta salad, fresh fruit, and a selection of drinks.
• Plan for a shared boat: The maximum group size is 64, and the trip lasts about five hours.
• Bring your own snorkel gear if you want it: Equipment is not included, and there is no hotel pickup or drop-off.

From Puerto Colón to the open water

The trip begins at 10:30 am at White Tenerife’s meeting point at Pantalán 8 in Marina Puerto Colón, Costa Adeje. You meet the boat there and return to the same place at the end. The activity does not include pickup or drop-off, so you will need to make your own way to the marina.

Once aboard, the plan is to sail along Tenerife’s south coast, keeping an eye out for whales and dolphins. This is not a wildlife park with scheduled animal appearances. The animals are in their natural habitat, and sightings depend on where they are and what conditions allow on the day. That uncertainty is part of the appeal, but it is worth keeping in mind if spotting one particular species is your main reason for booking.

The crew provides advice on where to look. That practical help matters: from a boat, it can be hard to know which patch of water deserves your attention. The experience is also about listening as well as watching, though the tour information does not specify what listening equipment is used.

Past sightings have included pilot whales, dolphins, and a sea turtle. An account also describes seeing orcas, an exceptional possibility rather than something to count on. Keep your camera ready, but take time to watch without a screen in front of you. Marine life can surface briefly, and a quick look may be more rewarding than trying to frame every moment.

The catamaran and the size of the group

The boat is described as a sustainable catamaran, and the trip is designed for a comfortable sail. The operator does not provide technical details about the vessel or explain what makes it sustainable, so it is best to treat that as a general description rather than a precise environmental claim.

The maximum group size is 64. That is a fairly large group for a boat outing, so do not expect a private or small-group feel. The trade-off is that you share the experience with other people, while the crew can still provide general guidance and take care of the onboard service. If you are booking with a larger party, the capacity may make it easier to join on the same departure, but it does not mean the boat will feel spacious at every moment.

The tour is offered in English. The details do not name a particular guide or crew member, so there is no individual host to request in advance. What matters more here is the crew’s role: helping you watch for marine life, running the trip, and serving lunch and drinks.

Watching for whales and dolphins

Wildlife watching is the main draw, and it is also the part you have least control over. The boat sails through the animals’ natural habitat, but no sighting can be guaranteed. If you would be disappointed by a trip without a close encounter, weigh that risk before you book. If you like being out at sea and are happy to watch the water while enjoying the coast, the trip offers more than a single wildlife target.

The crew’s advice can help you focus your attention, but keep expectations sensible. A whale or dolphin sighting may be quick or at a distance. The supplied accounts describe pilot whales, dolphins, and a sea turtle, with one also reporting orcas. Those examples show the range of possible sightings, not a promise that every trip will encounter them.

This is an outing for looking and listening, not a guaranteed close-up encounter. Give yourself time to scan the water and enjoy the passage between sightings. Even when the animals keep their distance, the boat’s route takes you along the south coast and toward two of Tenerife’s most memorable coastal settings.

Los Gigantes from below

The catamaran visits the cliffs of Los Gigantes, whose sheer scale is especially striking from sea level. Seeing the rock face from a boat gives you a different sense of its height and reach than a view from shore. It is also one of the trip’s best photo opportunities, so this is a good moment to have your camera ready.

The schedule describes Los Gigantes as a stop, but does not give a precise time there or say whether the boat goes ashore. Think of it as a coastal visit from the catamaran rather than a land excursion. If you want to explore the town or viewpoints on foot, you will need to arrange that separately.

The cliffs also make a useful change of pace after the open-water wildlife search. You move from scanning the sea to taking in a dramatic stretch of coast, with the boat offering a clear view from the water. If you are prone to seasickness, the trip’s five hours on a catamaran are worth considering. The tour information does not describe sea conditions or provide a forecast for your departure, so check the weather before you go.

A swim and snorkel at Masca Bay

The route continues to the quiet bay of Masca, where the plan is to stop for a swim in clear water and snorkelling. This is the most hands-on part of the day: instead of only looking out from the boat, you can get into the water and see the bay’s marine flora and fauna.

Snorkelling equipment is not included. If you want to snorkel, bring your own gear; the tour does not state that equipment can be rented or supplied onboard. If you prefer not to snorkel, the itinerary still includes a chance to swim, or you can stay aboard. The information does not specify how long the boat remains at the bay, so do not plan on a long beach stop.

Masca Bay is described as quiet, which suggests a calmer pause in the day than the boat’s wildlife search or the cliffs. But the trip does not promise a shore landing, and the swimming stop is tied to conditions. Treat it as time in the water from the boat, not as a visit to a village or a separate walking excursion.

Lunch on board, with drinks included

Lunch is included, along with all fees and taxes. The meal is described as chicken and vegetable rice or pasta salad, followed by fresh fruit. The supplied details differ slightly on the exact meal wording, so expect one of those options rather than assume you can choose a particular dish.

Drinks include white wine, beer, water, and soft drinks. That is useful on a five-hour outing: you do not need to pack a full meal, and the included drinks add practical value to the fare. The details do not list special diets or say whether substitutions are possible. If you have dietary needs, contact the operator before booking rather than rely on an unconfirmed alternative.

The onboard meal also means you can spend more of the day watching the coast instead of arranging lunch elsewhere. It is a catered meal, not a restaurant stop, so keep expectations in line with food served on a boat. For many people, that is a fair trade: the point is the sea and the scenery, with lunch handled along the way.

What the $71.38 price covers

At $71.38 per person, the price works out to roughly $14.28 for each hour of a five-hour outing. That is a useful way to compare it with shorter boat trips, though the real value depends on what you want from the day. Here, the fare covers the catamaran trip, the crew’s wildlife-spotting advice, lunch, drinks, and fees and taxes.

The food and drink make a noticeable difference to the package. You are not paying only for time on the water, then adding a separate meal bill. The route also combines wildlife watching with Los Gigantes and a swim and snorkel stop at Masca Bay, giving the outing several different elements rather than one single destination.

On the other hand, snorkelling equipment and transfers are extra because they are not included. You will need to get to Puerto Colón yourself, and the group can include up to 64 people. If you are comparing prices, check whether another boat trip includes meals, equipment, or transport before deciding that a cheaper ticket is better value.

The trip is booked an average of 12 days ahead, which is a helpful planning guide, not a required booking window. If you have fixed dates, booking in advance is sensible. Confirmation is provided at booking.

Weather, cancellation, and practical planning

The experience depends on good weather. If poor conditions cancel the trip, you are offered another date or a full refund. The tour also requires a minimum number of participants; if that number is not met, the options are a different date or experience, or a full refund.

For a voluntary cancellation, you can get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted, and cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not refunded. The cutoff follows local time.

Because one account describes arriving after a long drive to find the trip had been cancelled without a notice reaching them, it is wise to check your messages and confirm the departure status with the operator before setting out, especially if you have a long journey to the marina. That is a practical precaution, not a promise that cancellations are common.

The activity is near public transportation, and most people can participate. No further accessibility details are provided, so contact White Tenerife directly if you need specific information about boarding or mobility.

Who will enjoy this catamaran trip

This outing suits you if you want a half-day at sea with several kinds of activity: wildlife watching, coastal scenery, a swim, snorkelling, and lunch. It is especially appealing if Los Gigantes and Masca Bay are high on your Tenerife list and you would rather see them from the water than spend the whole day on land.

Families and mixed-age groups may appreciate that most people can participate and that food is provided, though the 64-person maximum means it is not an intimate boat ride. It also makes sense for anyone who enjoys marine life but understands that sightings are uncertain. The strongest part of the plan is its variety, not a guarantee of seeing a particular animal.

You may want to choose another outing if you need a small group, require hotel transport, or expect snorkelling equipment to be supplied. It may also be a poor fit if you have only a short window in Tenerife and would be frustrated by a weather-related change. The stated trip length is about five hours, with the start at 10:30 am and return to the marina.

Should you book it?

Book this trip if you value a full stretch of time on the water and like the mix of wildlife, cliffs, a bay swim, and included lunch. The $71.38 fare is easier to justify when you plan to use the meal and drinks, and when the coastal route itself is part of the day you want.

Skip it if a guaranteed whale sighting, a quiet private boat, included snorkel gear, or hotel pickup is essential. For everyone else, it is a well-rounded way to see Tenerife’s south coast from the sea. Bring your own snorkelling equipment if you want to use it, arrive at Puerto Colón ready for the 10:30 departure, and keep your expectations flexible when it comes to wildlife.

FAQ

How long is the trip?

The catamaran experience lasts about five hours.

What time does it start?

The stated start time is 10:30 am.

Where do I meet the boat?

Meet at White Tenerife, Pantalán 8, Marina Puerto Colón, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Where does the tour end?

It ends back at the meeting point in Marina Puerto Colón.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. English is listed as the offered language.

How many people can join?

The maximum group size is 64 people.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is chicken and vegetable rice or pasta salad, with fresh fruit.

Which drinks are included?

White wine, beer, water, and soft drinks are included.

Is snorkelling equipment provided?

No. Use of snorkelling equipment is not included.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

You are offered a different date or a full refund.