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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Tenerife

61 tours  ·  from $13 a head

Almost every boat off Tenerife combines whales with something else: a swim in a cove, lunch on deck, the cliffs at Los Gigantes. These 15 are sorted so you can see which is which, with the harbour each one leaves from and what it costs.

Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming - What you might see off Los Cristianos
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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

Sail from Los Cristianos aboard the Travelin Lady, a yacht built for whale watching, with a guide in English, French, Spanish or Italian. Look for pilot whales, dolphins and turtles, pass the Cave of Love, then swim or snorkel if time allows. The low-center-of-gravity hull and small-group feel add comfort; guides such as Ines bring the wildlife to life.

“Very nice tour! we saw dolphins, whales and turtles”

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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks - Three hours or five: choose your pace
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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

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

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

From Puerto Colón’s pier 8, White Tenerife’s catamaran heads into the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary to look for dolphins and whales. You’ll get crew commentary and underwater audio, plus a swim stop, sandwiches and drinks. Choose three hours or add two hours for more coastline and a meal. Sightings are guaranteed, or you can reschedule if availability permits.

“The trip was wonderful. People who sit in the front “beds” will be fully wet from wave splashing. But it’s so fun. The service onboard was done by Mr Abian and he was excellent. Moving around the boat as if it was the easiest thing to do, serving and assisting everyone, sharing past experiences and tips for the island. Unlimited drinks (beer and wine) were served. The captain of the boat Carlos was funny in Spanish and English. And Omar was helpful dutifully first aid scenarios (sea sickness). Overall great experience, not overcrowded and perfect for a day trip! Tip: bring sunscreen!!! and apply as often as possible. Take a…”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop - Looking for whales and dolphins offshore
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop

3.Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop

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

From Los Gigantes Port, Flipper Uno’s two-hour cruise takes you into the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary to look for dolphins and whales, then past the cliffs before a swim stop in a bay such as Masca, Barranco Seco, or Juan López. A cold drink is included. The host language is Spanish, and sightings depend on sea conditions.

“Brilliant couple of hours in the water, professional crew who know their stuff. Highly recommended.”

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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks - Pilot whales, dolphins, and a chance encounter
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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

4.Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

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

From Puerto Colón, join a 2- or 3-hour catamaran trip with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Look for resident pilot whales and dolphins near offshore fish farms, hear about local marine life, and enjoy complimentary drinks. Choose three hours for a swim and snorkel stop at Playa Espagueti. The crew includes guides such as Lucy and Danny.

“Excellent crew saw plenty of pilot whales and bottle nose dolphins free drinks on board overall very good”

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Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet - Tapas, drinks, and an easy lunch
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Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet

5.Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet

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

Set sail from Puerto Colón for about three hours aboard the Monte Cristo catamaran, with space for up to 24 people. The crew searches for pilot whales and dolphins, serves tapas and drinks, then pauses for a swim and snorkel before a coastal sail back. Hotel pickup can be requested in parts of south Tenerife.

“it was a good tour and the guides were very hospitable. we has so much fun. we got value for the money paid.”

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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise - The underwater windows: a useful extra, not the whole show
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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise

6.Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise

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

Sail for two hours from Puerto Colón along Tenerife’s southwest coast, watching for resident pilot whales and dolphins with a multilingual guide. The spacious catamaran has 16 underwater windows, though clear views depend on wildlife coming close. Bring sun protection, and seasickness medication if you need it.

“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 - Los Gigantes looks different from offshore
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Tenerife: Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

7.Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

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

Set sail from Los Gigantes with a group capped at 10, looking for pilot whales, dolphins and turtles with a multilingual crew. Jamie, Eileen and David have led trips, though the crew can vary. Expect about two hours at sea, a swim and snorkel stop, fruit, sandwiches and drinks, with views of the cliffs on the return.

“we were super lucky to see a school og pilot whales with a very young baby among them. They approached our sailboat, swum along it and passed underneath it, sonetimes not even a meter away. It was a lovely trip, a precious memory that will last.”

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Los Cristianos: Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching - Viking character, music and onboard atmosphere
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Los Cristianos: Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching

8.Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching

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

Set sail from Los Cristianos aboard Ragnarok, a roomy Viking-themed ship, for a two-hour cruise along Tenerife’s southern coast. An English- and Spanish-speaking crew leads the search for dolphins and whales, with scenic sea views, onboard toilets and drinking water. Sightings are never guaranteed, and the Atlantic can be choppy.

“Well I was booked for this trip in April for me & my partner & somehow we missed it ( got the wrong bus lol) so I contacted them to say I would be back in Tenerife in the end of November & they said no problem we will reschedule for when your back , witch I thought was so lovely & helpful , well I have just been on the trip & had a fantastic time and seen whales & dolphins , the crew were lovely and very helpful to I would highly recommend this trip xx yours karen from England xx”

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Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup - Taking in the south coast and Teide
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Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

9.Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

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

Take a three-hour catamaran cruise from Puerto Colón along Tenerife’s south coast, with a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking crew to help spot and identify marine life. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, and seabirds, then stop at Diego Hernández Bay for a swim and a Canarian-style rice lunch. Hotel pickup is optional; bring your own snorkel gear.

“Absolutely amazing trip! Will be booking another, thank you so much!”

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Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim - From Puerto Colón into the whale sanctuary
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Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

10.Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

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

Set sail from the Adeje area with a multilingual guide to look for pilot whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. Choose a 3-hour cruise to Diego Hernandez Bay or a 4.5-hour trip toward Masca and Los Gigantes. Both include lunch, drinks, a swim stop, and views through 16 underwater windows.

“Everything was nice, I'd recommend it, the food was nothing special but tasty, the staff nice and helpful”

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Whale watching and listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting - A bay break for swimming and snorkeling
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Whale watching and listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting

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

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

From Puerto Colón, this three-hour catamaran trip follows Tenerife’s south coast in search of whales and dolphins. A local captain gives live commentary, and an underwater microphone lets you hear the animals. There’s a swim and snorkel stop, sandwiches, and unlimited drinks. Captains Angel and Victor are among the team named by passengers, though crew assignments can vary.

“Excellent tour with respect for the animals. Not too crowded. Friendly multi langual crew. Unfortunately some robe was broken so no sailing but moving by engine. The music was not particularly my choice but not too loud and once in a while it was turned off. Highlights: * the pilot whales which we could see ànd hear (through a mic into the water). * The swimming in the bay * the food & drinks were sufficient.”

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Tenerife Los Cristianos: Whale and Dolphin Eco-Yacht and Swim Stop - The Cave of Love and the coast
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Tenerife Los Cristianos: Whale and Dolphin Eco-Yacht and Swim Stop

12.Tenerife Los Cristianos: Whale and Dolphin Eco-Yacht and Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,375 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.) · from $18

Set out from Los Cristianos on a roughly 1-hour-40-minute yacht trip along Tenerife’s Palm Mar coast. A guide helps you look for whales, dolphins, seabirds and turtles, with a view of the Cave of Love and a possible ocean swim stop. Bring your own snorkel gear. A Blue Boat flag certifies the vessel meets local safety and sustainability requirements.

“Fantastic! Great price, Great staff and we saw pilot whales, dolphins and 2 sea turtles. Cold drinks and beer sold on board.”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat - Sailing beneath the 600-meter cliffs
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

13.Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,063 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Leave Los Gigantes port on a small rigid inflatable boat for a two-hour search in the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. A skipper looks for whales and dolphins before taking you beneath the cliffs and, sea conditions permitting, to a sheltered bay for a swim. Guides such as Luca and Alejandro have led trips.

“thank you to the knowledgeable kind pilot, we saw dolphins whales and flying fish 🐋 then anchored ⚓️ for an educational talk on the area. thanks too for the unexpected 1ovely fresh fruit. An experience not to be missed!!”

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Los Cristianos: Whale Watching Cruise w/Swim Stop & Drinks - Following the Coast Past Playa de Las Américas and Adeje
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Los Cristianos: Whale Watching Cruise w/Swim Stop & Drinks

14.Whale Watching Cruise w/Swim Stop & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 767 reviews · from $44

Board the Viking ship Ragnarok in Los Cristianos for a three-hour cruise toward the waters between Tenerife and La Gomera. Look for whales and dolphins, then swim or snorkel off the south coast. Drinks are included, food is sold on board, and the crew adds Viking-themed entertainment. Hosts Gunner and Mathias have been praised by name, though the crew may vary.

“The amount of effort put into making it a memorable experience. Also, I liked the fact that we were allowed to swim in the ocean for a good amount of time.”

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Los Gigantes Whale Watching Charter by Sail Boat - Sandwiches, fruit and drinks on board
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Los Gigantes Whale Watching Charter by Sail Boat

15.Los Gigantes Whale Watching Charter by Sail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 608 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about three hours aboard a 45-foot Bavaria sailboat off Tenerife’s Los Gigantes coast, watching for pilot whales and dolphins before stopping to swim or snorkel. The group is capped at 10, with sandwiches, fruit and drinks included. Guides such as Jaime, Eileen and David have led trips, sharing information about marine life and the coast.

“Amazing. Beautiful boat, amazing staff, couldn't have wished for more perfect trip. fantastic transfer to and from the boat. Would recommend to everyone.”

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