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Experience the best Whale Watching Cruises in Tenerife

Embark on a mesmerizing journey in the waters of Tenerife, witnessing the majestic whales and playful dolphins in their natural habitat. Set sail on this whale and dolphin watching boat tour that promises close encounters with these magnificent marine creatures.
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Slide 1 of 11, Pilot whale surfacing in the ocean near Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain.
Pilot whale surfacing in the ocean near Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain.
3 hrs - 5 hrs
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  • Choose a catamaran cruise focused on wildlife, giving you time on the water as crew position the boat near feeding areas so you can watch activity.

  • Sail the Costa Adeje shoreline and bay areas, reaching Atlantic waters where whales and dolphins surface and feed in their natural habitat.

  • Watch whales and dolphins from the deck as crew help you spot blows and fins, then sit down to an onboard lunch served while the catamaran cruises.

  • Crew are on hand throughout the catamaran cruise, your whale and dolphin watching time and an onboard lunch or snacks are all included in the ticket.

  • Enhance your cruise by choosing options that add hotel transfers, inclusive drinks, a swim stop or an underwater sound system to hear life below.

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  • Choose a catamaran cruise focused on wildlife, giving you time on the water as crew position the boat near feeding areas so you can watch activity.

  • Sail the Costa Adeje shoreline and bay areas, reaching Atlantic waters where whales and dolphins surface and feed in their natural habitat.

  • Watch whales and dolphins from the deck as crew help you spot blows and fins, then sit down to an onboard lunch served while the catamaran cruises.

  • Crew are on hand throughout the catamaran cruise, your whale and dolphin watching time and an onboard lunch or snacks are all included in the ticket.

  • Enhance your cruise by choosing options that add hotel transfers, inclusive drinks, a swim stop or an underwater sound system to hear life below.

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€46
Slide 1 of 15, Peter Pan pirate boat with tourists watching dolphins in Tenerife waters.
Peter Pan pirate boat with tourists watching dolphins in Tenerife waters.
2 hrs
  • Sail straight from Los Cristianos, so you don’t waste time on transfers if you’re already staying in the area.

  • Pick your vibe: a pirate-style boat that kids and families love, or a shared yacht that feels more intimate and relaxed.

  • Watch for resident pilot whales and dolphins with a crew that follows respectful wildlife viewing rules and keeps a safe distance.

  • Enjoy a swim and snorkeling stop in clear Atlantic waters, with your own gear and the crew keeping an eye on everyone’s safety.

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  • Sail straight from Los Cristianos, so you don’t waste time on transfers if you’re already staying in the area.

  • Pick your vibe: a pirate-style boat that kids and families love, or a shared yacht that feels more intimate and relaxed.

  • Watch for resident pilot whales and dolphins with a crew that follows respectful wildlife viewing rules and keeps a safe distance.

  • Enjoy a swim and snorkeling stop in clear Atlantic waters, with your own gear and the crew keeping an eye on everyone’s safety.

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€27
Slide 1 of 12, Catamaran sailing on the ocean near a coastal city, ideal for whale and dolphin watching cruise.
Catamaran sailing on the ocean near a coastal city, ideal for whale and dolphin watching cruise.
3 hrs
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  • This cruise takes you off South Tenerife to a protected marine corridor to look for whales and dolphins, then stop to swim or snorkel from the boat.

  • The Teno-Rasca strip is a protected marine corridor off Tenerife, home to pilot whales and dolphins that travel through its waters year round.

  • Watch for whales and dolphins from the deck, then, if you like, join the swim or snorkel stop to experience these waters from below the surface.

  • An English and Spanish-speaking crew hosts the cruise by sailboat or catamaran, and time is built in for a swimming stop.

  • Ticket options vary by onboard snacks, drinks, a swim & snorkeling stop and hotel pickup from selected South Tenerife areas.

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  • This cruise takes you off South Tenerife to a protected marine corridor to look for whales and dolphins, then stop to swim or snorkel from the boat.

  • The Teno-Rasca strip is a protected marine corridor off Tenerife, home to pilot whales and dolphins that travel through its waters year round.

  • Watch for whales and dolphins from the deck, then, if you like, join the swim or snorkel stop to experience these waters from below the surface.

  • An English and Spanish-speaking crew hosts the cruise by sailboat or catamaran, and time is built in for a swimming stop.

  • Ticket options vary by onboard snacks, drinks, a swim & snorkeling stop and hotel pickup from selected South Tenerife areas.

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€56.88
Slide 1 of 11, Atlantic spotted dolphins swimming in Tenerife waters.
Atlantic spotted dolphins swimming in Tenerife waters.
Flexible
Meals
  • Pair Siam Park's Thai-themed slides with a Costa Adeje whale and dolphin cruise, two nearby Tenerife south favorites packed into one booking.

  • Your Siam Park ticket includes all zones like Tower of Power, Lost City and Mai Thai River, plus sea lions, beaches, Thai food, loungers and Wi-Fi.

  • Cruise from Costa Adeje to the Teno Rasca marine strip on a catamaran, watching whales and dolphins, with lunch, drinks, a swim stop and views.

  • Plan Siam Park and your Costa Adeje cruise on different days of your Tenerife stay, one booking covers both so you schedule each at your own pace.

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  • Pair Siam Park's Thai-themed slides with a Costa Adeje whale and dolphin cruise, two nearby Tenerife south favorites packed into one booking.

  • Your Siam Park ticket includes all zones like Tower of Power, Lost City and Mai Thai River, plus sea lions, beaches, Thai food, loungers and Wi-Fi.

  • Cruise from Costa Adeje to the Teno Rasca marine strip on a catamaran, watching whales and dolphins, with lunch, drinks, a swim stop and views.

  • Plan Siam Park and your Costa Adeje cruise on different days of your Tenerife stay, one booking covers both so you schedule each at your own pace.

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€87.30

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Slide 1 of 14, Woman on yacht with lifebuoy sailing near rocky coast of Tenerife.
Woman on yacht with lifebuoy sailing near rocky coast of Tenerife.
3 hrs - 6 hrs
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  • Small-group yachts cruise the Teno Rasca marine strip, with crew on hand to look after you as you relax on deck and watch for passing marine life.

  • The Teno Rasca marine strip is protected water off Tenerife, where cliffs meet the Atlantic and marine migrations pass close to the island.

  • Spend time on deck scanning for whales and dolphins, then pause at an anchorage to swim from the yacht, snorkel above seabed, and dry off in the sun.

  • A crew offers commentary on the Teno Rasca area, while snorkeling gear, a swim stop, drinks, fruits, and tapas are included for every guest.

  • Choose 3 or 6 hr private or 3 hr shared cruises, then add hotel transfers, cava, guide languages, lunch options, and a preferred departure marina.

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  • Small-group yachts cruise the Teno Rasca marine strip, with crew on hand to look after you as you relax on deck and watch for passing marine life.

  • The Teno Rasca marine strip is protected water off Tenerife, where cliffs meet the Atlantic and marine migrations pass close to the island.

  • Spend time on deck scanning for whales and dolphins, then pause at an anchorage to swim from the yacht, snorkel above seabed, and dry off in the sun.

  • A crew offers commentary on the Teno Rasca area, while snorkeling gear, a swim stop, drinks, fruits, and tapas are included for every guest.

  • Choose 3 or 6 hr private or 3 hr shared cruises, then add hotel transfers, cava, guide languages, lunch options, and a preferred departure marina.

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€595
Slide 1 of 10, Snorkelers in clear Tenerife waters with rocky cliffs in the background.
Snorkelers in clear Tenerife waters with rocky cliffs in the background.
3 hrs
Meals
  • Set sail on an eco-friendly boat in a small-group of 11, tracing Tenerife's west coast with time to relax on deck and enjoy open Atlantic views.

  • Off this coast lies the protected Teno Rasca marine strip, where deep channels run beside the Los Gigantes cliffs and coves cut into the shoreline.

  • Watch whales and dolphins from the bow, then anchor in a quiet bay for a swim and snorkel stop, exploring clear coves and underwater rock formations.

  • An English, Spanish and French speaking guide is on board, with snorkeling equipment provided, plus a swim option, snacks and soft drinks.

  • Choose a shorter Shogun cruise with Blue Flag wildlife watching or longer eco sails that add snorkeling, refreshments, and varied departure harbors.

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  • Set sail on an eco-friendly boat in a small-group of 11, tracing Tenerife's west coast with time to relax on deck and enjoy open Atlantic views.

  • Off this coast lies the protected Teno Rasca marine strip, where deep channels run beside the Los Gigantes cliffs and coves cut into the shoreline.

  • Watch whales and dolphins from the bow, then anchor in a quiet bay for a swim and snorkel stop, exploring clear coves and underwater rock formations.

  • An English, Spanish and French speaking guide is on board, with snorkeling equipment provided, plus a swim option, snacks and soft drinks.

  • Choose a shorter Shogun cruise with Blue Flag wildlife watching or longer eco sails that add snorkeling, refreshments, and varied departure harbors.

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€70
Slide 1 of 8, Tourists on a luxury boat watching dolphins in Tenerife waters.
Tourists on a luxury boat watching dolphins in Tenerife waters.
3 hrs
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  • Relax on a small-group cruise along Tenerife's coast, with plenty of space to stretch out and an experienced local crew on hand throughout the trip.

  • Meet at Las Galletas marina 15 minutes before departure to join your multilingual guide, then board the 14-meter yacht for a 3 to 3.5 hour sail.

  • Glide along the Teno-Rasca strip as you hear live commentary on whales, dolphins, and sea life, plus a swim and snorkel stop with gear.

  • Savor an authentic Canarian lunch on board, with tapas, fruits, baguettes, and a selection of drinks served as you relax on deck.

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  • Relax on a small-group cruise along Tenerife's coast, with plenty of space to stretch out and an experienced local crew on hand throughout the trip.

  • Meet at Las Galletas marina 15 minutes before departure to join your multilingual guide, then board the 14-meter yacht for a 3 to 3.5 hour sail.

  • Glide along the Teno-Rasca strip as you hear live commentary on whales, dolphins, and sea life, plus a swim and snorkel stop with gear.

  • Savor an authentic Canarian lunch on board, with tapas, fruits, baguettes, and a selection of drinks served as you relax on deck.

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€63
Slide 1 of 13, Tourists relaxing on a yacht during whale and dolphin watching in Tenerife.
Tourists relaxing on a yacht during whale and dolphin watching in Tenerife.
3 hrs
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  • Take an escape on a Blue Flag certified cruise that lets you slow down at sea, disconnect for a while, and soak up Tenerife's ocean air.

  • Set out from Los Cristianos on a small-group yacht limited to 20 guests, guided by a multilingual crew throughout your time at sea.

  • Watch pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins in their Atlantic habitat, then look back at Tenerife's coastline and finish with a swim in clear waters.

  • Relax on seats or sunbathing mats as you cruise, with an on-board lunch, beer, wine, drinks included, and a restroom available on board.

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  • Take an escape on a Blue Flag certified cruise that lets you slow down at sea, disconnect for a while, and soak up Tenerife's ocean air.

  • Set out from Los Cristianos on a small-group yacht limited to 20 guests, guided by a multilingual crew throughout your time at sea.

  • Watch pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins in their Atlantic habitat, then look back at Tenerife's coastline and finish with a swim in clear waters.

  • Relax on seats or sunbathing mats as you cruise, with an on-board lunch, beer, wine, drinks included, and a restroom available on board.

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€58
Slide 1 of 14, Tourist diving from private boat in Tenerife with cliffs in background.
Tourist diving from private boat in Tenerife with cliffs in background.
3 hrs - 8 hrs
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  • Set out on a private sailboat with just your group, tailoring the cruise length, wildlife watching, and swim stops for a trip at your own pace.

  • Along the Teno Rasca marine reserve, Los Gigantes cliffs rise beside Atlantic water, creating sheltered coves where whales and dolphins pass.

  • Watch for whales and dolphins from the sailboat as you cruise the marine reserve, then drop anchor to swim and snorkel in the sea below the cliffs.

  • An English, Spanish, or French speaking guide leads up to 8 guests, with snorkeling gear, swim stop, crew service, drinks, fruit, and tapas included.

  • Choose 3, 6, or 8 hour itineraries; longer cruises add lunch, a call at Punta de Teno, and cava at sunset while anchored in a cove.

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  • Set out on a private sailboat with just your group, tailoring the cruise length, wildlife watching, and swim stops for a trip at your own pace.

  • Along the Teno Rasca marine reserve, Los Gigantes cliffs rise beside Atlantic water, creating sheltered coves where whales and dolphins pass.

  • Watch for whales and dolphins from the sailboat as you cruise the marine reserve, then drop anchor to swim and snorkel in the sea below the cliffs.

  • An English, Spanish, or French speaking guide leads up to 8 guests, with snorkeling gear, swim stop, crew service, drinks, fruit, and tapas included.

  • Choose 3, 6, or 8 hour itineraries; longer cruises add lunch, a call at Punta de Teno, and cava at sunset while anchored in a cove.

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€650