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Whale & Dolphin Trips in Spain: 15 Boats That Cut the Engine

63 tours  ·  from $13

Pilot whales sit in the channel off southern Tenerife all year, and bottlenose pods work the Costa del Sol. These 15 trips are compared on boat size, how long they cut the engine for and whether there is a swim stop.

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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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - What the New Magic feels like on the water
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Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

3.Benalmadena: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,786 reviews · 1h 40m · from $22

Set out from Benalmádena aboard the New Magic for about 100 minutes of dolphin watching along the Costa del Sol. You’ll have shaded seating, a bar, underwater viewing windows, music, restrooms, and a friendly crew. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but a no-sighting ticket earns you 50% off a future trip.

“Amazing service and fantastic crew on the board. Beautiful views from the catamaran .We didn't see the dolphins but it was not guaranteed. Anyway it was worth to see beautiful Costa del dol coast 😍”

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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

4.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

5.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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Morro Jable: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise, Drinks & Swim - The small surprises beyond dolphins
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Morro Jable: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise, Drinks & Swim

6.Morro Jable: Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise, Drinks & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,158 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Join the Magic Dolphin from Morro Jable for two hours of dolphin and whale watching, guided in English, Spanish, or German. The crew searches respectfully for wild marine life, serves drinks, and stops for a swim near Jandia. Pickup is available from selected resorts, or meet at the port 30 minutes early.

“cracking two hr boat trip weather was perfect. and we was lucky enough to see plenty of whales and dolphins well worth the money. all the captain andtl tour guid was brilliant and very good at what they do and very helpful would deffo do again”

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From Morro Jable: Dolphin and Whale Watching and Snorkelling - What the speedboat ride is really like
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From Morro Jable: Dolphin and Whale Watching and Snorkelling

7.From Morro Jable: Dolphin and Whale Watching and Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,111 reviews · from $59

From Morro Jable, take a fast Atlantic speedboat ride with guides such as Mauricio, César, or Cristina. Search for dolphins, pilot whales, and other sea life, then stop for 30 minutes of snorkeling and a cold drink. Hotel pickup and return transfers are included from southern Fuerteventura.

“Excellent Italian guide Maurizio made the trip extra special with his brilliant knowledge and humour.”

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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

8.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

9.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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From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise - Setting out along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast
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From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise

10.From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,520 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $47

Cruise from Puerto Rico along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast aboard Spirit of the Sea, a 97-passenger catamaran with a glass-bottom viewing area. A multilingual crew helps you spot dolphins, whales, turtles, and other cetaceans. The 2.5-hour trip includes return transfers from selected southern resorts and a free second outing if no cetaceans appear.

“Brilliant experience, saw lots of dolphins! The crew were constantly asking if people were okay, a few people with seasickness which was handled well by the crew. Very good!”

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Lanzarote: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers - Puerto del Carmen coastline and the Atlantic view
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Lanzarote: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers

11.Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,435 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Sail from Puerto del Carmen on a spacious catamaran during golden hour. You get a welcome mojito, snacks, and one included drink, with beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks often available onboard. Guides speak English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian. Dolphin sightings are possible but never guaranteed.

“The boar was lovely with plenty of seating. The welcome drinks and food were great. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The views were brilliant. There was some confusion about whether a passport was needed (it wasn't despite email saying it was) which caused some concerns but it was a brilliant day and good value for money. I would highly recommend.”

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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

12.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

13.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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Alcudia or Can Picafort: Dolphin-Watching Cruise - Sunrise versus an afternoon departure
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Alcudia or Can Picafort: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

14.Alcudia or Can Picafort: Dolphin-Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,038 reviews · from $91

Set out from Port d’Alcudia or use optional pickup in Can Picafort for a 3-hour cruise to dolphin waters near Cabo Formentor. You’ll visit sea caves, stop at Es Coll Baix for swimming, and hear English or Spanish commentary. Guides including Pepe, César, Andy, and Carlos are praised for friendly, lively trips.

“It was absolutely brilliant. Great boat ride. The captain made sure we saw plenty of dolphins. Would definitely do again”

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Port d'Alcudia: Sunrise at Sea & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour - Sunrise over Mallorca’s north coast
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Port d’Alcudia: Sunrise at Sea & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

15.Port d’Alcudia: Sunrise at Sea & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,035 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Leave Puerto de Alcúdia before sunrise aboard a large catamaran and sail along Mallorca’s north coast toward wild dolphins. You’ll watch the sky brighten over the sea, spend time near dolphin pods, then return with coffee, juice, pastries, and a ham-and-cheese roll. Bring warm layers and prepare for open-water motion.

“Amazing trip! We saw lots of dolphins and was a pleasant and relaxing journey whilst experiencing the sunrise.”

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