Whale & Dolphin Watching in Tenerife: Boat Trips & Cruises
The warm Atlantic off Tenerife is one of Europe's best places to see whales and dolphins in the wild, all year round. Here is how to choose the right boat trip — from family catamarans and quiet eco-yachts to Los Gigantes cliff cruises and kayak safaris — with the top-rated whale and dolphin experiences to book.
At a glance
- 1Pilot whales off the south coast
- 2Bottlenose dolphins & swim stop
- 3Los Gigantes cliff cruise
- 4Sunset catamaran sailing
Year-round whales and dolphins
The warm channel between Tenerife and La Gomera is one of Europe's finest spots for cetaceans, home to a resident colony of short-finned pilot whales and playful bottlenose dolphins all year round. Most boats sail from Los Cristianos, Puerto Colón and Costa Adeje in the sunny south, where sightings are reliable in almost any season. Trips range from quick two-hour outings to half-day cruises with a swim stop in a sheltered, turquoise cove.
