Sailing trips · WHALE AND DOLPHIN WATCHING SAILS IN TENERIFE
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 whale and dolphin watching sails in Tenerife worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before the lines come off.
Join Travelin Lady for a 90-minute whale and dolphin trip from Los Cristianos. You’ll ride a stable, low-emission eco-yacht, look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles and more, visit the Cave of Love, and swim if sea conditions allow. Guides including Ines explain the wildlife in four languages.
“It was a great trip. And yes, we saw whales and dolphins. Thanks to the yacht team!”
Sail from Puerto Colón with guides such as Lucy, Danny, Dani, and Lucia, watching resident pilot whales and dolphins near Tenerife’s southwest coast. Choose two hours for wildlife, or three hours for a swim and snorkel stop at Playa Espagueti. Drinks, equipment, and a crew of up to 50 are included.
“Excellent crew saw plenty of pilot whales and bottle nose dolphins free drinks on board overall very good”
Set out from Los Cristianos on the Travelin Lady, a low, stable eco-yacht built for whale watching. Ines, Sergio, Fede and other multilingual guides may point out pilot whales, dolphins, turtles and more while you watch sunset views of Tenerife and Mount Teide. A swim stop is possible if time allows.
“Excellent well worth if you haven't seen whales before”
Sail from Los Gigantes with a small group of up to 10, guided by multilingual crew such as David, Jamie, and Eileen. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds, then swim and snorkel beside Tenerife’s cliffs. Fresh fruit, sandwiches, wine, beer, cava, and soft drinks are included.
“A truly worthwhile tour experience, with guides who can speak multiple languages fluently and provide warm, attentive service.”
From Puerto Colón, sail with captains Angel and Victor’s crew along Tenerife’s south coast. Look for pilot whales and dolphins, listen to marine life underwater, stop for a swim, and enjoy sandwiches plus unlimited drinks. The boat carries up to 64 people.
“Beautiful excursion, friendly crew and well adapted boat. We were able to observe 2 species of dolphins and turtles. Swimming at anchor.Auto-translated”
You’ll cruise from Los Cristianos along the Palm Mar coast aboard a low-center-of-gravity yacht, looking for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds. A guide explains the wildlife, the route passes the Cave of Love, and the trip usually ends with a swim stop. Bring your own snorkel gear.
“It was worth it. We were happy with the experience, going for a swim was nice too. We went on the 9am tour so it was not crowded at all which was really nice.”
Sail from Los Gigantes aboard the 14-meter yacht El Mojo Picón with skipper Antonio and a maximum of nine shared passengers. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and fish, then swim or snorkel in a clear cove beneath the cliffs. Snacks, drinks, gear, and multilingual guiding are included.
“Great activity, we’ve lots of whales & dolphins. Antonio also took us to a cove where we could swim next to the cliffs & the lunch was yummy.”
Join Roulette Charters in Puerto Colón for a three-hour sail with up to 10 passengers. Captain Salvador and the crew look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds, then stop for swimming and snorkeling. Expect sandwiches, cake, drinks, and a calm small-boat setting.
“This was my favourite trip of the week! We travelled in a small group and saw a sea turtle and three families of dolphin, which was incredible. We were very well looked after by Silvio and Jenny on board, Silvio is able to answer all questions and is very knowledgeable. The trip would not be as good if it wasn’t for the wonderful hosts that made it special for everyone.”
Set out from Puerto de Los Gigantes aboard a 45-foot Bavaria Cruiser with up to 10 people. Guides such as Jaime, Eileen, and David share facts about Tenerife’s marine life, then serve sandwiches, fruit, snacks, and drinks before a swim and snorkel stop near the cliffs.
“Captain Jaime and his assistant were awesome! Great trip! We loved it. Very knowledgeable, wanted everyone to have a great time.”
Cruise from Puerto Colón with Monte Cristo Catamaran for about three hours, watching pilot whales and dolphins, then stopping to swim and snorkel. The crew serves tapas, fruit, snacks, beer, soft drinks, and champagne. Hotel transfers cover much of southern Tenerife by request.
“Fantastic trip, everything was arranged really well. Transfer was great and not busy. Food and drinks on board was top class. Crew were excellent and knowledgeable. We saw lots of pilot whales- highly recommended”
From Costa Adeje, White Tenerife takes you out for about five hours of whale watching, marine-life listening, swimming, and snorkeling. You may see pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and other species. Miguel, Carlos, Nacho, and the crew provide commentary, food, drinks, and a relaxed ride to Los Gigantes and Masca Bay.
“Have a really great time on the boat. Would definitely recommend to a friend or a family, such a nice day out.”
Join Tenerife Sailing Charters for a three-hour trip from Puerto Colón, limited to 11 people. Captains including Guy, Alex, Dani, and Maximilian look for pilot whales and dolphins, stop for swimming, and serve sandwiches, drinks, and a glass of fizz.
“It was nice :) despite strong wind, we had a great time. The dolphins were swimming quite close to our boat.”
Sail from Costa Adeje with White Tenerife to spot whales and dolphins about three miles offshore, then stop in a sheltered cove for swimming or snorkeling. Alex and Stephan are named as crew favorites. The small boat carries up to 12 people and includes sandwiches, soft drinks, beer, and water.
“Wonderful breathtaking scenery and gorgeous music and food and wine. Lovely hospital guides very welcoming. Saw huge turtle and lots of whales. Only downside was other passenger who made call whilst on boat - had to hear their conversation. Would go again.”
Set out from Puerto Colón with a skipper and a maximum of 11 people. White Tenerife combines whale and dolphin watching with a swim stop, sandwiches, drinks, and time on deck. Captains such as Raúl, Víctor, Álvaro, and Ismael are praised for calm handling and respectful wildlife viewing.
“Wonderful relaxing experience A perfect day sailing for the discerning mature - a non party crowd Good captain - historic facts shared”
Join Michael and Sergio aboard a modern yacht for a three-hour cruise from Las Galletas. With up to 10 people, you’ll watch for pilot whales and dolphins, enjoy tapas, cava, beer, wine, and soft drinks, then swim or snorkel in a sheltered bay.
“Fantastic trip, the host was great making us feel welcomed from first minute. The food was on another level and great selection of drinks. Would highly recommend to anyone that’s wants a relaxing boat trip without all of the hustle and bustle.”
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