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15 Whale Watching Tours in Spain That Hold Up in Person

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A trip has one spare day fewer than it needs. These 15 whale watching tours earn the slot, with what each costs and how the good ones differ from the rest.

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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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

5.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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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks - Leaving Puerto Colon on the Eden catamaran
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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

6.Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

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

Sail from Puerto Colon with a small catamaran crew led by guides such as Lucy, Danny, Dani, Mario, or Lucia. Expect pilot whales close to shore, dolphins near the fish farms, free drinks, and clear explanations about Tenerife’s marine life. Choose three hours for a swim and snorkel stop at Playa Espagueti.

“The guides are very nice and professional. Unfortunately, we didn’t see the whale due to abnormal weather conditions. But the overall experience is great. The kids enjoyed a lot.”

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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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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

10.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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Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje - What the two-hour outing is like
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Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje

11.Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,066 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Set out from Puerto Colón Marina with Whale Watch Tenerife for about two hours in the Teno-Rasca Marine Protected Area. Biologists such as John and Ion explain the sea life, while a hydrophone lets you hear whales and dolphins underwater. The eight-meter rigid inflatable boat carries no more than 10 people, keeping the outing quiet and personal.

“It was just amazing! 2 hours spent with a very knowledgeable person who really deeply cares about these creatures and nature. We saw lots of Atlantic spotted dolphins and pilot whales. John was very warm, nice, professional and taught us so much! And I agree with him - I was also happy to see kids on our boat instead of Loro Parque. Let's teach them that the wildlife belongs in the wild. 💚”

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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

12.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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Tenerife: Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat - Two hours searching for whales and dolphins
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Tenerife: Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

13.Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

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

Sail from Los Gigantes with a multilingual crew led by David, Jamie, and Eileen. Spend two hours looking for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and other sea life, then stop at a coastal cove for swimming and snorkeling. The 10-person boat includes fruit, sandwiches, drinks, and snorkeling gear.

“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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Gran Canaria: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise - How the wildlife search works
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Gran Canaria: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

14.Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,855 reviews · from $40

Set out from Puerto Rico with Líneas Salmón for a 2.5-hour search for dolphins and whales. Guide Mario and the crew speak Spanish, English, and German, and the boat has a cash bar. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, but the crew may offer a return trip when conditions prevent a sighting.

“We saw the dolphins quite early and later on we saw a lot so we got very lucky. It was quite wavy at some points and while waiting it was very hot so I would recommend havibg a hat with you. Luckily, we didn't get sea sick. But overall, great excursion.”

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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

15.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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New in Whale Watching

★ 4.8Las Galletas: Whale & Dolphin Tour with Local SkipperFrom $69397 reviews
★ 4.7Sailing Excursion with Whale and Dolphin WatchingFrom $88226 reviews
★ 4.7Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour by SailboatFrom $69228 reviews
★ 4.6Los Gigantes: Whales and Dolphin Watching Cruise with LunchFrom $74569 reviews
★ 4.7Los Gigantes: Whale or dolphin watching and swimming tour in MascaFrom $28733 reviews
★ 4.7Whale Watching Cruise w/Swim Stop & DrinksFrom $44767 reviews
★ 4.2Dolphin and Whale Watching CruiseFrom $42498 reviews
★ 4.5Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour with GuideFrom $88206 reviews
★ 4.9From Los Gigantes: Whale Watching Sailboat CruiseFrom $88215 reviews
★ 4.3Whale Watching CruiseFrom $55129 reviews
★ 4.7Whale and Dolphin-Watching Boat ExcursionFrom $41157 reviews
★ 4.3Masca and Los Gigantes Whale Watching CruiseFrom $71382 reviews
★ 3.9Barbate: Dolphin and Whale Watching in Cape TrafalgarFrom $41300 reviews
★ 4.5Adeje: Whale Watching Tour to Los Gigantes with lunch & swimFrom $63353 reviews
★ 5.0Private 2 hour Whale Watching Tour174 reviews

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