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15 Dolphin Watching in Tenerife That Hold Up in Person

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Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming - From Fisherman’s Wharf to open water
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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

Set out from Los Cristianos aboard Travelin Lady, a purpose-built eco-yacht with quiet, low-emission engines and a steady hull. Guide Ines may explain the whales, dolphins, turtles, and other wildlife in several languages. You will visit the Cave of Love, stop to swim and snorkel if conditions allow, and return after 90 minutes.

“It was great! We saw a group of dolphins and pilot whales, amazing!”

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Los Cristianos Respectful No-Chase Whale and Dolphin Safari - What happens during the two hours
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Los Cristianos Respectful No-Chase Whale and Dolphin Safari

2.Los Cristianos Respectful No-Chase Whale and Dolphin Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12,782 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Sail from Puerto Los Cristianos aboard the Bahriyeli, a large sailing ketch with open decks and an indoor salon. Government-certified guides explain pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and the local ecosystem in Spanish, English, French, German, and Italian. The crew never chases wildlife, and part of your ticket supports marine conservation.

“Seen dolphins and pilot whales plus wasn't too cold at the 10.30am trip.”

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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks - Watching whales in the Teno-Rasca sanctuary
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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Eco-Cruise with Snacks & Drinks

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

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

Sail from Puerto Colón with White Tenerife into the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. You’ll look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and other marine life with commentary from the crew, underwater audio, drinks, sandwiches, and a swim stop. Choose the 5-hour trip for Los Gigantes and Masca Bay.

“It was amazing. The crew on board were very friendly whilst also remaining professional. Music was great and the time flew by. Would definitely recommend and book again.”

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

4.Los Gigantes: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise with Swim Stop

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

Join Flipper Uno at Los Gigantes Port for a two-hour cruise through the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary. Look for pilot whales and dolphins, pause beneath the cliffs of Los Gigantes and Masca, then swim in Juan López, Masca, or Barranco Seco Bay. A cold drink is included, and guide Alejandro is often praised for his friendly, lively commentary.

“Staff on the boat were really friendly and made the trip enjoyable for everyone. We saw pilot whales and flying fish, and went for a swim in a beautiful cove. Would definitely recommend.”

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Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks - Leaving Puerto Colón with a small crew
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Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks

5.Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,929 reviews · 3 hours · from $77

Sail from Puerto Colón with up to 11 people, watching pilot whales and dolphins off Southern Tenerife. Captains such as Guy and Maxi share local sea-life facts, then anchor in a quiet bay for swimming and turtle snorkeling. Drinks, sandwiches, fruit, and snorkeling gear are included.

“Captain Guy was amazing, very informative and funny and still attentive to safety and awareness. The fantastic bonus was he was able to locate a family of pilot whales that came right up boat side, just amazing thank you so much Guy for a fantastic day.”

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Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet - Setting out from Puerto Colón
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Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet

6.Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet

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

Sail from Puerto Colón on a comfortable catamaran limited to 24 people. An English-speaking crew searches for pilot whales and dolphins, serves drinks and a cold tapas buffet, then anchors for swimming and snorkeling before returning along Tenerife’s south coast. Hotel pickup is available in selected southern resorts.

“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!”

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No chase Whale & Dolphin tour putting Marine Life first - we care - What the two-hour route gives you
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No chase Whale & Dolphin tour putting Marine Life first – we care

7.No chase Whale & Dolphin tour putting Marine Life first – we care

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,168 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Join the 23-meter Bahriyeli, a two-mast Turkish gulet, for a two-hour sail from Los Cristianos. Marine life specialists explain pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, birds, and other sightings while the crew keeps a strict no-chase policy. You may also see Mount Teide and Tenerife’s south coast. A salon, toilets, and onboard bar add comfort.

“An enjoyable morning in the forest connecting with nature. Sandra made the walk informative with her knowledge of the local area and wildlife. The route we took was not too strenuous and at a steady pace.”

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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise - Searching Tenerife’s southwest coast
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Costa Adeje: Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise

8.Whale & Dolphin Submarine Vision Mini Cruise

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

Sail from Puerto Colón aboard the Royal Delfin catamaran, watching for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and other marine life. You can view the sea from the open deck or 16 underwater windows. Guides speak English, Spanish, German, and French, with Anja among the multilingual crew members often praised for clear, friendly commentary.

“Boat wasn’t too crowded (even in August) saw whales, dolphins and turtles, had a great time.”

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Los Cristianos: Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching - What the two-hour route is like
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Los Cristianos: Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching

9.Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching

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

Board Ragnarok at Los Cristianos Harbour for a two-hour whale and dolphin cruise between Tenerife and La Gomera. Expect Viking-themed fun, sea views, live guiding in English or Spanish, unlimited water, toilets, and an onboard bar. Sightings can include pilot whales and dolphins, though nature sets the schedule.

“a brilliant trip all round , had a fantastic time and saw the dolphins . all the crew were fantastic .it was very informative .we loved the dressing up made it all the more fun,( we are big kids at heart) . i highly recommend the Viking ship . we will return with our grand children next time they will love it. well worth booking, we have been on a few different whale & dolphin trips in the past but this one beats them all . thank you to everyone .”

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Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup - Meeting the MAXICAT at Puerto Colon
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Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

10.Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

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

Join MAXICAT at Puerto Colon for a three-hour catamaran cruise along Tenerife’s south coast. The English- and Spanish-speaking crew helps you spot pilot whales, dolphins, and seabirds, then serves paella, drinks, and a swim stop at Diego Hernandez Bay. Hotel pickup is available from selected south Tenerife locations.

“It was brilliant. The people that run it were lovely. The excursion itself was very well organised and knew were to go to see both the dolphins and whales. The food was nice also.”

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Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim - Leaving Puerto Colón and finding your sea legs
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Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

11.Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch and Swim

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

Join Tenerife Dolphin from Puerto Colón for a 3 or 4.5-hour catamaran cruise along Tenerife’s southwest coast. Guides speak several languages, with guides such as Anita and Johan appearing on some departures. Look for pilot whales and dolphins, use the 16 underwater viewing windows, stop for a swim, and enjoy lunch plus drinks.

“This trip was brilliant, great experience seeing pilot whales in the ocean. Then the chance to take a dip. Soft drinks, beer & sangria throughout and the food at lunch was lovely, even my 11 year old son said it was delicious and he doesn’t venture from nuggets usually! The crew were great pointing out the whales and looking after any queasy passengers. There was the opportunity to buy photos but no pressure. Definately recommend this morning out 👍”

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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit - Paddling beneath the Guaza Mountains
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Tenerife: Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

12.Turtle & Dolphin Kayak Tour with Snorkel & Wetsuit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,411 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $42

Paddle from Los Cristianos along Tenerife’s west coast with an instructor, stopping to snorkel in clear water. You get a kayak, wetsuit, shoes, life vest, snorkel gear, photos, and videos. Guides including Max, Bea, Jessi, Mario, and Coco lead groups of up to 16, but expect a real workout and wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

“Had a great time with Luna and Nick, didn’t see dolphins but still was worth the trip. We loved getting out on the water”

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Tenerife Los Cristianos: Whale and Dolphin Eco-Yacht and Swim Stop - Searching for pilot whales and dolphins
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Tenerife Los Cristianos: Whale and Dolphin Eco-Yacht and Swim Stop

13.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 1-hour-40-minute eco-yacht cruise along Tenerife’s Palm Mar coast. Your English-speaking crew searches for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, seabirds, and flying fish, then pauses near the coast for swimming and snorkeling. The boat has a toilet, bar, shaded areas, and a low center of gravity that can help reduce motion sickness.

“This was a great trip, the crew were very respectful of the wildlife. We did manage to see dolphins and pilot whales. Crew members were happy to take photos for you on your own phone/ camera. Sea was a little choppy at times and a couple of people were poorly, the female on the staff was very attentive to those who were poorly. Would definitely recommend”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat - What you may see in the open water
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

14.Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

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

Set out from Los Gigantes with a Spanish-speaking skipper such as Luca or Alejandro aboard a small RIB holding up to 12 passengers. Search for pilot whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary, cruise beneath the 600-meter cliffs, then stop at Masca Bay or another cove for a swim. Sightings depend on sea conditions.

“very friendly guide, saw pilot whales and the captain was respectful towards them and kept the engine off as much as possible, overall a great 2hr trip”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour with Drinks - Searching for dolphins and pilot whales
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour with Drinks

15.Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,027 reviews · from $38

Join Flipper Uno at Los Gigantes Harbor for a 2 or 3-hour boat trip along Tenerife’s west coast. Your multilingual guide explains the marine life while you search for dolphins and pilot whales, then stop near Masca for swimming, trapeze jumps, drinks, and, on the longer option, chicken-and-vegetable paella.

“The crew and experience was excellent, we saw whales very clearly. Also have got a lunch, drinks, snacks and a surprise, which was very nice. In the end, we were able to jump from boat to the ocean and swim next to Los Gigantes. I am very sorry for crew that we didn’t have a cash to tip as they done a really great job. But we really recommend this. Would go again actually.”

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