WHALE WATCHING TRAVELER
The trips worth heading out on.
The 15 whale watching in spain travellers head out on most, side by side. What you are likely to see, how far offshore the boat goes, how long you are out, the operator running it and what a place on board costs.
A 90-minute ethical whale and dolphin watch on Tenerife’s eco-yacht, plus a swim stop and a visit to the Cave of Love.
Most Popular“Absolutely amazing staff who took us and our 2 year old on a wonderful cruise whale and dolphin watching. If you are wondering which whale watching tour to book, this is the one!”
Sail from Puerto Colón on a catamaran for near-guaranteed pilot whale and dolphin sightings, plus free drinks and optional snorkeling.
“Very nice experience on this boat. We went on the 3-hour trip. It was a lucky day; we saw many dolphins and whales. Lucy was a great guide. She has a lot of knowledge, and they are very respectful of the environment. They served us drinks and sandwiches. Lovely experience also for our two boys,…”
Eco-friendly whale watching from Costa Adeje on a small boat, with biologists, hydrophone listening, and free emailed photos.
“We were very lucky to see pilot whales and dolphins very near. Very knowledgeable captain (Ion) made the experience excellent, learnt loads about the wildlife and the island. Very easy to book/arrive etc and was much less invasive to the wildlife than the big loud boats. Thanks so much!”
Whale watching and listening from a Tenerife catamaran, with a snorkel stop, sandwiches, and unlimited drinks included.
“Fue un día para no olvidar, un espectáculo ver la familia de ballenas y la tripulación de 10, muy atentos todo el viaje.”
2-hour dolphin and whale speedboat from Morro Jable with 30 minutes of snorkeling, hotel pickup, and cool drinks in Fuerteventura.
“A real shame that we didn’t see any wildlife which I understand isn’t the fault of the operator however booking onto a dolphin and whale watching excursion and seeing nothing was disappointing.”
Spot dolphins and pilot whales off Morro Jable on the Magic Dolphin, then cool off with a swim in Jandía Bay and drinks on board.
“It has been a poor experience because we saw absolutely nothing, the captain was more focused on shaking us with waves than looking after dolfins or whales. We were completely wet from head to shoes, 1 of my kid was completely desperate crying non stop because he received waves after waves… Really disappointing experience not…”
Sail past Los Gigantes for intimate whale watching and a cliffside swim, with drinks and lunch included, plus vegan and gluten-free options.
“What a lovely trip, our crew were very friendly and hugely enthusiastic about the marine life. We saw pilot whales and rare risso’s dolphins. A swim, snorkel and sandwich to finish. Excellent value and very enjoyable.”
A 2-hour Viking-themed whale and dolphin cruise from Los Cristianos, Tenerife, with bilingual crew, family fun, and big sea-view value.
“Very enjoyable experience from start to finish. We did the 2hr trip at 1pm and saw pilot whales and dolphins. There's snacks and drinks available on board to purchase and option to buy a photo if you please. Staff were very good with everyone. Banging music at end too 🤘”
A 3-hour Viking-themed cruise from Los Cristianos with whale sightings, open-ocean swimming time, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks.
“I got engaged three weeks ago, but this three hour viking trip was the best day of the year. Beers, whales, horn drinking, sea swimming, face paint, impromtu boxing. This is a day that I will tell my children about. To Valhalla!!!!”
Small-group Tenerife cetacean cruise from Costa Adeje on Papacho 2. Hydrophone whalesong, biologist guidance, eco rules.
“This was a great excursion. The boat ride was very intimate (4 passengers) plus the 2 guides so we were able to easily see the whales & maneuver around the boat. This was nice because other boats that were “Whale watching” were overflowing with people. A lot of times we would go to an area…”
3-hour catamaran whale watching from Puerto Colón with transfer on request, buffet with beer, and a swim stop in Tenerife.
“The views were amazing, we saw lots of pilot whales, SUPER service, attentiveness, fun and kindness from all the staff. Lots of great facts were shared, too. I would certainly recommend this specific catamaran company for anyone in the area.”
5-hour eco catamaran from Costa Adeje with whale listening, live crew commentary, snorkeling stop, lunch, and unlimited drinks.
“Super !, relaxing and enjoyble Safe trip, and really carefull about the people on aboard, easy to reach”
Dolphin and whale watching cruise from Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria with glass-bottom viewing, hotel pickup options, and a free comeback if sightings fail.
“Poor weather and ricky seas. Trip should have been cancelled really. On the way back didn’t even look for dolphins. None spotted.”
3-hour catamaran off Tenerife’s south coast for whales and dolphins, with free snacks, drinks, and a swim/snorkel cove stop.
“It was a great trip ,we sen about 10 whiles, ew stopped to swim by the boat the company was great and the food and drink lovely.”
Small-group whale and dolphin watch from Tenerife’s Costa Adeje. Hotel pickup (select hotels), snacks, drinks, and snorkel gear included.
“Raúl, el capitán del velero, ha sido muy simpático y agradable. Nos ha hecho una visita guiada de lo más completo, dándonos explicaciones sobre los cetáceos que íbamos a avistar. La experiencia es de lo más recomendable.”
Every coast worth sailing, harbour by harbour.
