Wildlife, cliffs and a swim in 2 hours from Los Gigantes
From €28 per personThe activity lasts 2 hours; the swimming time and length of each sailing leg are unconfirmed.Final booking with external provider
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Sea excursion

Speedboat trip from Los Gigantes harbour

Wildlife, cliffs and a swim in 2 hours from Los Gigantes

★★★★★ 2 hrs · 1,386 Reviews displayed
From €28 per person Required early arrival

A fast boat trip towards the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary combining a search for cetaceans, views of the Masca and Los Gigantes cliffs and a swimming stop.

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⚡ Swim in a bay whose location and stop length depend on the departure. · Price, schedules and availability may change. Confirm current conditions on GetYourGuide.

Assume you must reach the harbour independently unless GetYourGuide confirms otherwise. Check schedules, accessibility, the bad-weather policy and any specific needs before paying.

✔ Departure and return at Los Gigantes harbour.
✔ Search for whales and dolphins without a reliable sighting guarantee.
✔ Cruise past cliffs described as 600 metres high.
✔ Swim in a bay whose location and stop length depend on the departure.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Marine wildlife enthusiasts
  • Travellers with limited time
  • People who enjoy fast boats
  • Visitors interested in the Los Gigantes cliffs

How long does it take?

The activity lasts 2 hours; the swimming time and length of each sailing leg are unconfirmed.

What's included?

  • Rigid inflatable speedboat
  • Skipper
  • Search for whales and dolphins
  • Cruise past the cliffs
  • Swimming stop

Is it worth it?

It may be worthwhile if you want a short trip combining fast cruising, wildlife and scenery. It is less suitable for anyone requiring guaranteed sightings, confirmed accessibility or detailed marine interpretation.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Bring your own gear if you want to snorkel, as equipment is not included and rental is unconfirmed. Avoid glass items and allow generous time for reaching and parking at the harbour.

Marine wildlife in its environmentThe boat heads towards the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary to look for whales and dolphins. Species and encounters vary on every departure.
Los Gigantes from the seaThe route continues alongside the Masca and Los Gigantes cliffs, offering a coastal perspective that is difficult to obtain from land.
A compact experienceIn 2 hours it combines cruising, wildlife watching, coastal scenery and a swimming stop without taking up a full day.
Flexible bookingThe listing offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, plus a reserve-now-and-pay-later option.

📖 What happens during the trip

Boarding takes place beside the FLIPPER UNO office in Los Gigantes harbour. The speedboat then travels towards Teno-Rasca to search for cetaceans.

It later follows the coast past Masca and Los Gigantes before anchoring for a swim at Masca, Barranco Seco or Juan López Bay. The selected bay and itinerary may change with conditions.

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Search for whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca area.

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Cliff views from a small, fast boat.

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Return to the same harbour after the swimming stop.

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Wildlife, speed and scenery are the main draw; sea conditions shape every departure.

Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat
The planned route passes the Masca and Los Gigantes cliffs. Tenerife coast

Highlights and points to keep in perspective

Reviews praise close encounters with cetaceans, the boat's small size, the friendly skipper and the views of the cliffs.

Do not book expecting a particular species, extensive marine commentary or a fixed swimming time. A summary based on 232 verified reviews notes that some travellers wanted clearer and more detailed explanations.

Cetaceans Speedboat Cliffs Swimming

What reviews indicate

Wildlife, speed and scenery are the main draw; sea conditions shape every departure.

Pilot whales, dolphins and flying fish are mentioned frequently, with occasional reports of turtles. The wildlife seen differs between departures.

2 hrsAdvertised duration
4.7/5Public rating
1,386Reviews displayed
30 minRequired early arrival

🗣️ What reviews indicate

Wildlife encounters

Travellers especially value the chance to approach whales and dolphins from a small boat.

Skipper and route

The skipper and staff, the speed of the boat and the cliff views receive positive comments.

Possible drawbacks

Some reviewers ask for fuller explanations; one found the swim short and another reported seeing few fish while snorkelling.

The sea shapes the experience

Sightings depend on conditions and cannot reliably be guaranteed, despite contradictory claims on the listing.

The route, swimming bay and boat movement may also vary. If you are sensitive to motion or need certainty on particular details, check before booking.

Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat
A swimming stop is included, but its duration is unconfirmed. Swimming stop
Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat
Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat
Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat
Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat

Booking and conditions

From €28 per person

From €28 per person

Bookings are made per participant. Check the final price, available departure times and the policy for trips prevented by sea conditions on GetYourGuide.

Duration2 hours
OperatorFlipper Uno
DepartureLos Gigantes harbour
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Confirmed languageSpanish for the driver
Minimum ageNot suitable for children under 2
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Price, schedules and availability may change. Confirm current conditions on GetYourGuide.

Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat
The boat leaves from and returns to Los Gigantes harbour. Same harbour

How to book this experience

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The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Before travelling to the harbour

The meeting point is C. Pob. Marinero, local 20, 38683 Acantilados de Los Gigantes, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, España, reference 744W+G6. The FLIPPER UNO office is immediately inside the entrance on the right, and staff wear yellow T-shirts.

You must arrive 30 minutes before the start. Allow at least one hour at the harbour when travelling by car or public transport because of traffic and parking. Late arrivals receive neither a refund nor another date.

Travellers wanting marine wildlife and coastal scenery together. People comfortable on a small, fast boat. Visitors looking for a short half-day activity. Travellers interested in adding a swim to the boat trip.
Los Gigantes whale and dolphin watching by speedboat
The scenery and wildlife observed can vary with the day's conditions. Variable route

❓ Frequently asked questions

Are whale or dolphin sightings guaranteed?
They should not be treated as guaranteed. The listing contains contradictory wording and also states that sightings depend on sea conditions.
Where is the meeting point?
At the FLIPPER UNO office in Los Gigantes harbour, C. Pob. Marinero, local 20, reference 744W+G6. It is immediately inside the entrance on the right.
Are food or snorkelling equipment included?
No. Food, drinks and snorkelling equipment are not included.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup is unconfirmed. The information is contradictory, so assume you must make your own way to the harbour unless GetYourGuide expressly confirms otherwise.
What restrictions should I know about?
The trip is unsuitable for children under 2, pregnant women board at their own risk and glass items are prohibited. Accessibility is not specified.

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A short trip with real variables

Decide according to sea conditions, boat motion and your priorities

The trip combines cetaceans, cliffs and swimming in 2 hours, supported by strong ratings and flexible cancellation.

Before booking, confirm schedules, transport, accessibility and sea-condition policies on GetYourGuide, especially if any point is essential to your plans.

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