TENERIFE
Tenerife’s best days out.
The 15 most popular dolphin watching 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“Watched whales, dolphins, and dolphins. Nice sunny weather and kids swam in the ocean.”
A strict no-chase whale and dolphin safari from Los Cristianos with multilingual guides, inside shelter, and marine charity donations.
“Amazing safari that offered everything it promised! Starting from the Los Christianos harbour zone A, right next the the main car park which is ~€5 for three hours, we departed on time 10:30 and in the first 30 minutes had already watched a pod of 5 or 6 dolphins near a coastal fish farm which…”
Costa Adeje eco catamaran whale and dolphin cruise with snacks, drinks, underwater audio, and a swim stop in Tenerife’s sanctuary.
“The crew was very friendly, they translated everything in every member’s mother language. What it stayed with me - At some point they stopped to take some plastic from the ocean. We saw lots of dolphins and wales, even a sea turtle. Everything was very clean even in the bathrooms. Worth every penny 100%.”
2-hour Los Gigantes dolphin & whale cruise in the Teno-Rasca sanctuary with a swim stop at Masca or Juan López plus a cold drink.
“We had the most amazing time at our dolphin and whale watching cruise with Flipper Uno! We got to see both dolphins and pilot whales, with large pods of each swimming everywhere, and one dolphin even came right up to our boat and blew air at us! We even got to see some dolphins jump…”
Sail Southern Tenerife on a small luxury yacht for dolphins, pilot whales, and turtle snorkeling, with drinks, snacks, and hotel pickup.
“Great skipper! Would highly recommend. Lovely day and lovely boat.”
3-hour Tenerife catamaran for whale and dolphin spotting with hotel transfer and buffet tapas, snacks, and plenty of drinks onboard.
“There was a small mix up with the pick up but it was promptly corrected. We had the rare opportunity to see hundreds of dolphins who were extremely active. Then we wandered a little further and got to see pilot whales. It was so amazing. The staff and the boat were all great. I would…”
No-chase whale and dolphin sail from Los Cristianos on the Bahriyeli gulet. 2 hours, Teide views, eco focus with Sea Shepherd.
“There is always a risk of not seeing things and the whales were a little way off not close and the dolphins elusive but it was an excellent trip the crew were friendly and very knowledgeable Definitely recommend.”
Two-hour catamaran whale and dolphin cruise from Puerto Colón with 16 underwater windows, multilingual guidance, and sustainable watching.
“We literally saw so many whale！！！it was unbelievable!”
2-hour Viking ship cruise from Los Cristianos for whale and dolphin watching off Tenerife, with water included and a themed Ragnarok boat.
“Didn't get to see dolphins and saw just a glimpse of the whales, but the whole experience was excellent and was truly worth the money. The guide and the staff were amazing and looks like they really love what they do, would recommend 100%”
Spot pilot whales and dolphins on a 3-hour catamaran cruise from Costa Adeje with pickup, paella lunch, and unlimited drinks.
“This is the third time we have been on this trip Maxicat are great cannot fault anything”
Adeje whale-and-dolphin cruise with lunch and a swim, plus submarine-style windows over Tenerife’s Teno-Rasca sanctuary. From $59.
“Great !!! Saw lots of whales and dolphins . The guide was great and the swim was refreshing and well organised . Vision hull is great too.”
Paddle Tenerife’s west coast for wild dolphins and turtles, then snorkel with a wetsuit in clear water near Los Cristianos.
“Best experience ever ,100% worth the money , it’s even very cheap for what it offers. We kayaked and saw dolphins , turtles and snorkeled. Max was a great instructor who spoke many languages”
Whale and dolphin eco-yacht from Los Cristianos on Tenerife, with a swim stop. Small-group sail, respectful viewing, and great value.
“Best on holiday to see wildlife and hopely we all turists will support it! We saw many animals and really nice staff greetings for all!”
Speedboat dolphin and whale cruise from Los Gigantes in Tenerife. Small RIB, Teno-Rasca sanctuary, cliff views, and a swim stop.
“it was amazing. Luka was very friendly, very respectful to nature and passionate, showed us hidden treasures of the coast and of course dolphins. everyone was quiet and we could enjoy the beauty to the fullest in awe. thanks a lot! ❤️🐬”
Los Gigantes dolphin and whale cruise with paella, drinks, and a swim off the boat, plus stunning Masca and Los Gigantes cliffs.
“Really enjoyable afternoon, the “crew” were a good laugh & made the experience better!”
From Mount Teide to the whale coast to the green north, and every good way to spend a day in the sun.
