TENERIFE
Tenerife’s best days out.
The 15 most popular catamaran & sailing cruises on Tenerife: what each trip includes, what it costs, how long it runs and who operates it. The days worth planning around, picked from across the island.
Ethical whale and dolphin watching from Los Cristianos on an eco-yacht with a swim stop and a visit to the Cave of Love.
Most Popular“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”
Sail southwest Tenerife from Puerto Colón for pilot whales on a catamaran with free drinks; add 3-hour snorkeling at Playa Espagueti.
“It was a great experience!! We saw whales and learned a lot about them thanks to the clear and interesting explanations the Team provided us. The team was attentive to our needs and very friendly. I would definitely recommend it. :)”
3-hour Tenerife catamaran for whale and dolphin spotting with hotel transfer and buffet tapas, snacks, and plenty of drinks onboard.
“Lovely day! We saw a lot of pilot whales, some of them swimming close to our boat! The staff was very nice and friendly! It was a lovely experience!”
Sunset eco-yacht whale watching from Los Cristianos. Ethical, no-chase viewing, possible swim stop, Teide views, 1.5 hours. From $17.
“Our Agafay Desert trip with Idris was nothing short of incredible. From the very beginning, he made us feel welcome, comfortable, and excited for the adventure ahead. His warm personality, deep knowledge of the region, and genuine passion for sharing Moroccan culture truly elevated the entire experience. Idris ensured every moment was smooth and enjoyable—whether…”
Sail from Los Gigantes on a small-group Tenerife cruise to spot pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles, then swim and snorkel with snacks.
“very friendly crew and knowledgeable about the area and marine life. we were lucky to see pilot whales close up.”
3-hour eco-catamaran whale watching in Tenerife with live captain commentary, underwater listening, and included sandwiches plus unlimited drinks.
“Ce n’est pas white Tenerife que cela devrait s’appeler mais « Éden Tenerife » ! Tout a été parfait : accueil convivial, chaleureux, ambiance à bord sympathique. Une équipe très professionnelle qui nous a permis de découvrir dauphins et baleines tout en respectant « l’intimité » de ces derniers...nous sommes attentifs à ce respect de la biodiversité et nous…”
Whale and dolphin eco-yacht from Los Cristianos on Tenerife, with a swim stop. Small-group sail, respectful viewing, and great value.
“The owner is not a good host, not nice at all and does not take care of the clients. The two workers on the boat were nice and helpfull with everyone. Bring water and some food with you as they will sell you water and chips at golden price.”
3-hour small-group sail in Tenerife’s Costa Adeje: whale and dolphin spotting, snorkeling, and snacks onboard on the Roulette from $68.
“Thank you so much for making our friend’s 30th birthday so special. We had an amazing morning, we even got to see a baby whale swimming with a mother right up close. The lunch was so tasty and we had plenty of drinks for 10 of us! Swimming with the fish and snorkelling in a…”
3-hour small-group sail off Los Gigantes for whale watching and snorkeling. Drinks and lunch plus vegan and gluten-free options.
“A fantastic trip, we were on the boat with 2 lovely French families and Eileen and David explaining everything in both English and French. We were lucky enough to see a family of bottle nosed dolphins including a baby and a pod of around 15 pilot whales. This was finished off with snorkelling and a…”
Tenerife catamaran cruise from Las Galletas with brunch, unlimited beer and soft drinks, and live whale and dolphin spotting.
“Our captain and staff were excellent. Loved swimming in the ocean. Saw lots of whales and flying fish.”
3-hour Tenerife sunset catamaran with hotel pickup: search for pilot whales and dolphins, enjoy tapas and drinks as the sun drops.
“Great experience! The staff was super nice and welcoming. Communication was great. Food and drinks 👌 through the whole journey. I recommend taking a jacket/something with a long sleeve as it gets colder in the afternoon.”
A 3-hour whale watching catamaran from Puerto Colón with transfer, buffet, drinks and beer, plus a swim stop in Tenerife.
“Transfer from hotel, saw whales, nice swim, tasty tapas, polite and helpful crew. Well worth the money.”
5-hour eco catamaran from Costa Adeje for whale watching, snorkel time, and a food tasting lunch with unlimited drinks.
“Super !, relaxing and enjoyble Safe trip, and really carefull about the people on aboard, easy to reach”
3-hour small yacht cruise from Tenerife’s Puerto Colón to spot whales and dolphins, with snorkeling time, drinks, and snacks for up to 11.
“Enjoyed the trip overall, but think for the money paid it wasn’t as described as listed. When we got onboard and out to sea we were quickly informed we were unlikely to see dolphins which is understandable wildlife isn’t predictable but I wouldn’t list it as a main selling point. We were given our champagne…”
3-hour catamaran whale and dolphin watching off Costa Adeje with onboard sandwiches and drinks, plus a cove swim or snorkel stop.
“Great experience. Small groups of 8, which is what we wanted, other catamarans looked packed. We saw whales and sea turtles, which were amazing. A selection of drinks and nibbles were on board. Highly recommend.”
From Mount Teide to the whale coast to the green north, and every good way to spend a day in the sun.
