Look for whales and dolphins off Tenerife’s coast
From €35 per personThe advertised options last 2 or 3 hours, but some reviews describe shorter trips and no exact return time is provided.Final booking with external provider
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Catamaran from Costa Adeje

Marine wildlife off south-west Tenerife

Look for whales and dolphins off Tenerife’s coast

★★★★★ 2 or 3 hrs · 15 min Maximum with the same whale group
From €35 per person Displayed rating from 4,104 reviews

Leave Puerto Colón by catamaran and travel roughly 2 or 3 miles off Tenerife’s south-west coast while the crew searches for pilot whales, dolphins and other marine wildlife.

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⚡ A replacement ticket is advertised if no whales and/or dolphins are seen. · Confirm the current price, schedule, meeting point and availability for your chosen option on GetYourGuide.

The exact address, finishing point, return time, accessibility, minimum age, bad-weather policy, food, documents and personal equipment are not detailed. Transport to the pier is also unexplained. The main section and structured data show 4,104 reviews, while the card shows 4,075; 4.7/5 and 4.710683445460974 reflect different levels of precision.

✔ Choose a 2- or 3-hour trip with water, soft drinks and beer.
✔ The 3-hour option adds snorkelling equipment and a swimming stop.
✔ Live guiding is listed in English and Spanish.
✔ A replacement ticket is advertised if no whales and/or dolphins are seen.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Guided marine wildlife watching
  • A catamaran trip from Puerto Colón
  • Choosing a trip with or without snorkelling
  • Travellers who accept the unpredictability of wildlife sightings

How long does it take?

The advertised options last 2 or 3 hours, but some reviews describe shorter trips and no exact return time is provided.

What's included?

  • Catamaran cruise
  • Water, soft drinks and beer
  • Crew knowledgeable about marine wildlife
  • Transport to the pier, without details about how it works or its scope
  • Snorkelling equipment only with the 3-hour option

Is it worth it?

It may be worthwhile for the guided cetacean search, included drinks and choice of duration. The 3-hour option adds swimming and snorkelling, although that time may be reduced.

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Confirm your option, meeting point, departure and return details on GetYourGuide. For the 3-hour trip, also check the swimming and snorkelling conditions and what you need to bring.

Two durations to choose fromSelect a 2-hour trip or extend it to 3 hours with swimming and snorkelling.
Drinks with both optionsWater, soft drinks and beer are included on both the shorter and longer trips.
Marine wildlife contextThe crew shares information about cetaceans and other species found in the area.
Time limits around whalesThe boat may stay with the same whale group for no more than 15 minutes and must keep its distance.

📖 What happens on the tour

The catamaran leaves Puerto Colón and travels approximately 2 or 3 miles offshore. The crew looks for pilot whales, dolphins and other marine animals along the way.

The route passes fish farms where dolphins may be encountered. These are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed on a particular departure.

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Departure from Puerto Colón.

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Search for cetaceans off the south-west coast.

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Information from the crew during the cruise.

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The guarantee provides another ticket if there is no sighting, but it does not guarantee cetaceans on your booked departure.

Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje
Pilot whales and dolphins are the main focus of the search. Wild cetaceans

Choose carefully between 2 and 3 hours

Both options include the cruise and drinks. Only the 3-hour option includes snorkelling equipment and a stop in Playa Espagueti Bay.

Swimming and snorkelling are planned for around 30 minutes, but this may be shortened if finding and observing the whales takes longer.

2 hours 3 hours Drinks included Snorkelling only with 3 hours

Good to know

The guarantee provides another ticket if there is no sighting, but it does not guarantee cetaceans on your booked departure.

Some travellers say their trip ended before the advertised duration. If you need a firm return time, check the schedule before booking.

2 or 3 hrsTwo options available
€35Starting price per person
15 minMaximum with the same whale group
4.7/5Displayed rating from 4,104 reviews

🗣️ Good to know

Common feedback

Reviews frequently praise the crew’s friendliness, attentiveness and knowledge, along with their explanations about the animals.

Sightings and respectful viewing

Travellers report seeing pilot whales and dolphins and mention practices such as keeping a distance and reducing or switching off the engine and music.

Points to consider

Some reviews ask for clearer trip timings. One isolated review says a 7-year-old girl became seasick and was looked after by the crew.

Watching wild animals responsibly

The boat must limit its time with the same group of whales to 15 minutes and keep a specified distance, although the source does not state the exact measurement.

The crew searches for animals in the wild. If no whales and/or dolphins appear, a free replacement ticket is advertised, subject to the conditions shown by GetYourGuide.

Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje
The crew provides information about local marine species. Marine interpretation
Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje
Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje
Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje
Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje

Price and booking

From €35 per person, depending on the option

From €35 per person

The activity is booked per person. The supplied starting price is €35, but the current amount depends on the option and availability shown on GetYourGuide.

Duration2- or 3-hour option
DeparturePuerto Colón; exact meeting point varies by option
LanguagesLive guide in English and Spanish
Published capacityMaximum 50 people, adjustable under the regulations mentioned
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
PaymentReserve now and pay later; free rescheduling is advertised
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Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje
The longer option plans a stop in Playa Espagueti Bay. Swimming and snorkelling

How to book this experience

1

Choose a date

Open availability and check updated times, language and conditions.

2

Compare options

Check final price, duration, meeting point and what's included.

3

Book securely

The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Is this tour right for you?

It suits travellers seeking a guided 2- or 3-hour marine experience with drinks and a search for wildlife off south-west Tenerife.

It may not suit you if you need an exact duration, a confirmed return time or a full 30 minutes of snorkelling. Accessibility, minimum age and requirements for children or water activities are not detailed.

Travellers interested in pilot whales and dolphins. People who value a choice between 2 and 3 hours. Guests interested in explanations about marine wildlife. Travellers comfortable with variable timings and sightings.
Whale and dolphin watching from Costa Adeje
The meeting point changes according to the option booked. Check your booking

❓ Frequently asked questions

How long does the tour last?
The advertised options last 2 or 3 hours. Some travellers say their trip finished early, and no exact return time is provided.
Is snorkelling included with every option?
No. Equipment, swimming and snorkelling are only included with the 3-hour option. The planned stop of around 30 minutes may be shortened.
Are whale or dolphin sightings guaranteed?
A sighting on your booked departure is not guaranteed. If no whales and/or dolphins are seen, a free replacement ticket is advertised.
Where is the meeting point?
The tour leaves from Puerto Colón, but the specific meeting point varies by option. Confirm it on GetYourGuide when checking availability.
Which drinks and services are included?
Both options include water, soft drinks, beer, the cruise and a crew knowledgeable about wildlife. Transport to the pier is also mentioned, but its scope and whether it includes pickup are not explained.

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Before you book

Compare the duration and confirm the departure details

The 2-hour option focuses on sailing and wildlife watching; the 3-hour option adds swimming and snorkelling, subject to the time spent finding cetaceans.

Check the current price, meeting point, times, cancellation terms and any applicable requirements on GetYourGuide.

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