Look for dolphins and whales off Los Gigantes, then stop for a swim
From €28 per personThe advertised duration is two hours; the listing does not break down the time spent swimming or on each section.Final booking with external provider
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Marine wildlife and swimming

Cruise from Los Gigantes harbour

Look for dolphins and whales off Los Gigantes, then stop for a swim

★★★★★ 2 hrs · 24 hrs Advance free cancellation
From €28 per person 5,527 displayed reviews

A compact shared outing combining a search for cetaceans in Teno-Rasca, views of the Masca and Los Gigantes cliffs and a swimming stop. Sightings and the route depend on sea conditions.

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⚡ One cold drink included · Price, departure times and availability may change. Confirm the current terms on GetYourGuide.

Late arrival means missing the trip without a refund or date change. Confirm the precise meeting point, hotel transfer, swimming conditions and rough-sea policy on GetYourGuide.

✔ Cruise through the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary
✔ Sail alongside the Masca and Los Gigantes cliffs
✔ Swimming stop in one of several possible bays
✔ One cold drink included

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Combining cetaceans and scenery in a short outing
  • Viewing the cliffs from the sea
  • Adding a swimming stop to a boat trip
  • Travellers comfortable with a variable itinerary

How long does it take?

The advertised duration is two hours; the listing does not break down the time spent swimming or on each section.

What's included?

  • Shared cruise
  • Search for dolphins and whales
  • Stop by the Los Gigantes cliffs
  • Swimming stop
  • One cold drink: cola, Fanta, water or beer

Is it worth it?

It may be worthwhile if you value a compact mix of scenery, wildlife and swimming and accept that animals and swimming time are not guaranteed.

💡 TourBookGo tip

If you are prone to seasickness, consider the sea conditions and your usual precautions. Arrive with time to spare and confirm both the meeting point and the claimed hotel pickup.

Wildlife in its habitatThe crew searches for dolphins and whales during the cruise, but no species or sighting is guaranteed.
Two landscapes in one tripThe route brings together the Teno-Rasca marine sanctuary and the coastal walls of Masca and Los Gigantes.
A chance to enter the waterThe boat anchors at Masca, Barranco Seco or Juan López for a swim whose exact duration is not stated.
Flexible bookingThe listing offers reserve now and pay later, plus free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

📖 How the cruise unfolds

The trip leaves Los Gigantes harbour and enters the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary to search for cetaceans. It then continues beside the Masca and Los Gigantes cliffs.

The boat anchors in a bay for swimming before returning to the starting point. The bay and order of the route may change with conditions.

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Departure from the Los Gigantes harbour area

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Search for dolphins and whales with no guaranteed sighting

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Swimming at Masca, Barranco Seco or Juan López, depending on the route

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Its appeal lies in combining marine wildlife, towering cliffs and swimming in two hours, while accepting that the sea shapes much of the experience.

Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim
The harbour is the activity’s key logistical point. Los Gigantes harbour

What reviews highlight and what needs context

Reviews frequently mention dolphins, pilot whales, friendly and knowledgeable guides, coastal views and swimming near the cliffs.

Some travellers find the swim too short, and isolated comments mention seasickness. Species vary, and a disputed identification between a traveller and the provider means the animal cannot be confirmed.

Dolphins Cetaceans Cliffs Swimming

An honest reading of the experience

Its appeal lies in combining marine wildlife, towering cliffs and swimming in two hours, while accepting that the sea shapes much of the experience.

The displayed rating is strong, but it cannot remove the uncertainty of wild animals or the possibility of choppy conditions.

2 hrsListed duration
From €28Per person
24 hrsAdvance free cancellation
4.7/55,527 displayed reviews

🗣️ An honest reading of the experience

Frequent review theme

Travellers value the sightings, the guides’ manner and knowledge and the coastal scenery.

Context on the swim

Some participants describe the swimming stop as too short; the listing does not state its duration.

Motion warning

Isolated reviews mention seasickness, which is particularly relevant to sensitive travellers when the sea is rough.

Getting to the harbour and finding the meeting point

The stated meeting point is the FLIPPER UNO office to the right of the entrance to Los Gigantes harbour. Staff wear yellow T-shirts, and participants must be there 30 minutes early.

Allowing at least one hour is advised when arriving by car or public transport because of traffic and difficult parking. The source also names Masca Express as the start and finish, so confirm the exact location on GetYourGuide.

Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim
The route may be adjusted to suit sea conditions. Indicative itinerary
Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim
Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim
Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim
Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim

Price and conditions

A two-hour trip from €28

From €28 per person

Each participant needs an individual booking. The displayed price is indicative and should be checked together with the departure time, availability and cancellation terms on GetYourGuide.

DurationTwo hours
FormatShared cruise
Listed languageSpanish for the driver
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Meeting pointFLIPPER UNO harbour office; confirm because Masca Express is also named
Required arrival30 minutes early; allow at least one hour for access
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Price, departure times and availability may change. Confirm the current terms on GetYourGuide.

Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim
The itinerary includes a swimming stop, although its duration is not stated. Swimming stop

How to book this experience

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The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Who is this activity for?

It suits travellers who want marine wildlife, photography, coastal scenery and a swim in one short outing.

It may be less suitable for anyone highly prone to seasickness, people who require a particular sighting or travellers wanting a long swim.

Travellers with limited time Marine wildlife enthusiasts Coastal photography fans People wanting to combine boating and swimming
Los Gigantes dolphin and whale-watching cruise with a swim
Sightings depend on animal behaviour and sea conditions. Wildlife encounter

❓ Frequently asked questions

Are dolphin or whale sightings guaranteed?
No. The crew searches in Teno-Rasca, but sea conditions, species and sightings vary on every departure.
How long are the cruise and swimming stop?
The cruise lasts two hours. The source does not state the exact swimming time, ability requirements, supervision or available equipment.
Where is the meeting point?
The listed point is the FLIPPER UNO office to the right of the entrance to Los Gigantes harbour, where staff wear yellow T-shirts. The itinerary also names Masca Express, so confirm on GetYourGuide.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup and drop-off appear in the inclusions, but no areas, times or conditions are given and the logistics require attendance at the harbour. Confirm before booking.
What is prohibited aboard the boat?
Smoking, vaping, bringing alcohol, drugs or glass, touching or riding animals, nudity and speakers are prohibited. The included beer creates an ambiguity worth checking.

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Decide with clear expectations

Two hours of sea, cliffs and wildlife without artificial promises

The route condenses several highlights of western Tenerife and adds a swim, while natural conditions determine the itinerary and sightings.

Check the time, meeting point, pickup and sea-related conditions on GetYourGuide before confirming.

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