Tours/Tenerife/Respectful Whale Watching on a Wooden Boat and Swim
Viator · group up to 125 pax

Respectful Whale Watching on a Wooden Boat and Swim

5.0(23)Tenerife1 hour
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(21)

Description

Join a respectful whale-watching cruise from Costa Adeje aboard a classic wooden boat, sailing along Tenerife’s coast in search of whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. This experience is designed to be calm, responsible, and nature-focused. Our crew follows ethical viewing practices at all times, observing marine life at a safe distance and prioritizing animal welfare throughout the tour. As you sail, enjoy informative commentary about the species you may encounter, their behaviour, and the conservation efforts that help protect Tenerife’s marine environment. Towards the end of the excursion, the tour finishes with a relaxed swimming stop near the coast, offering a refreshing dip in the Atlantic before returning to the harbour. This stop is optional and takes place only if sea and weather conditions allow, always at the captain’s discretion. Ideal for couples, families, and travellers seeking a peaceful and responsible way to experience Tenerife’s marine wildlife.

Tour Options

2-Hour Cruise at 10:00 AM
  • Duration: 2 hours Food and drinks are excluded: soft drinks, beer and wine available for purchase on board.
2-Hour Cruise at 12:00 PM
  • Duration: 2 hours Food and drinks are excluded: soft drinks, beer and wine available for purchase on board.
2-Hour Cruise at 11:00 AM
  • Duration: 2 hours Food and drinks are excluded: soft drinks, beer and wine available for purchase on board.
5-Hour Cruise to Los Gigantes
  • Duration: 5 hours Full Lunch & Drinks included: water & soft drinks throughout the cruise. Beer & wine during lunch. Los Gigantes: this option is a extended tour that sails along southwest coast of Tenerife and continues to Los Gigantes area.
2-Hour Cruise at 2:00 PM
  • Duration: 2 hours Food and drinks are excluded: soft drinks, beer and wine available for purchase on board.
2-Hour Cruise at 1:00 PM
  • Duration: 2 hours Food and drinks are excluded: soft drinks, beer and wine available for purchase on board.

Itinerary

70 min

Sail the Atlantic on a charming wooden boat.

30 min

Respectful watch whales and dolphins up close in their natural habitat.

20 min

Cool off with a relaxing swim

Highlights

Bottled water
Multilingual guide
Onboard bathrooms
Swimming stop
Swimming floats for children
Crew and captain on board

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Multilingual guide
Onboard bathrooms
Swimming stop
Swimming floats for children
Crew and captain on board
Not included
Soft drinks and beer (available for purchase on board)
Snorkeling equipment
Towels

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(23)

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pippaaone
August 12, 2026
Great trip BUT!!

Plus: Excellent boat trip, very interesting and informative. Small bar to buy drinks but water was free. Saw many whales and dolphins, then stopped off for much needed swim. Negative: upon booking, it was stated on ticket to arrive 15 min before due departure. If anyone arrived late the boat will not wait. So we arrived as requested, 15 minutes early, while waiting to board boat , the sun was blazing down on us 28 deg, no shade,every one was so hot. Eventually allowed to board boat, only to then sit in the blazing sun again while everyone else borded. THEN, it appeared that we were WAITING for some one who hadn't bothered to get there the 15 minutes early . In the end we were 15 minutes late departing. Why did they wait for them???? No consideration for all of us who had made the effort.

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Kirsty_O
July 27, 2026
Great trip

Nice trip to see the whales and dolphins. Captain was good at pointing them out and saying when to take a photo. Dip in the sea at the end although if you have a learner/non swimmer there is nothing for them to use to keep above water and it's cold (as you would expect from the ocean so it takes your breath away)

Operator response

Thank you for your review! We're delighted you enjoyed seeing the whales and dolphins and that our captain helped you make the most of the sightings. We're glad you also enjoyed the swim stop. For future reference, life jackets are available on request for guests who would like extra support in the water. We hope to welcome you back on board soon!

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672israelr
July 26, 2026
Wonderful experience

An absolute wonder, both the excursion and the crew. 100% recommended

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed both the excursion and our crew. Your recommendation means a lot to us and motivates the whole team to keep creating memorable experiences. We hope to welcome you back on board the next time you visit Tenerife!

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loraint2025
July 21, 2026
Boat trip

Worth the price nice and friendly we was lucky got to see some whales easy to book and lots of space to move around

Operator response

Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted you enjoyed the trip and that you were lucky enough to see whales. It's great to hear you found the booking process easy, appreciated the friendly crew, and enjoyed the spacious boat. We hope to welcome you on board again during your next visit to Tenerife!

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O1406XSemilial
July 18, 2026
Phenomenon

This trip was nothing short of exceptional, me and my boyfriend loved every minute we saw so many whales up close. The crew and Andy were all lovely and the boat itself was so cool. Excellent value for money and the swim at the end is a bonus. 5 stars loved it so much

Operator response

This trip was nothing short of exceptional, me and my boyfriend loved every minute we saw so many whales up close. The crew and Andy were all lovely and the boat itself was so cool. Excellent value for money and the swim at the end is a bonus. 5 stars loved it so much

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V9140NLryanb
June 30, 2026
Great Experience

Great value and a first class experience. Managed to get the two hour whale watching with a swim for 30 euros. Was sat at the top of the Shogun near the captain who was good craic'. Poses for photos with all the kids and lets them wear his hat. Gave a 5 euros tip at the end we enjoyed it that much.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Shogun experience and found it to be such great value. It’s wonderful that you had the chance to see the captain interacting with the children and making the trip even more memorable. Thank you for your generous tip and your kind words. We hope to welcome you on board again very soon! Kind regards,

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Freedom32899866017
June 28, 2026
Amazing and beautiful

Absolutley brilliant for my partners birthday gift tour guide and crew where amazing couldnt ask for a better time food was lovely , drinks where the views wow and how close we got just amazing thankyou again guys what a day defo advise to do this on your trip out here wont add photos as think it worth the wait and see gaurantee not a let down

Operator response

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re honoured that you chose our tour as a birthday gift and delighted that it made the occasion so special. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, incredible views and close wildlife encounters. We’ll share your kind words with the crew. Thank you for your recommendation—we hope to welcome you back on board soon! Kind regards,

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Z670JGjohnm
June 21, 2026
Good fun, bang on time. Gate 14 at the very top of the place

Good fun, saw lots of dolphins, and some small whales

Operator response

Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had a fun time on board and were able to see lots of dolphins as well as some whales. Seeing these amazing animals in their natural habitat always makes the experience special. We hope to welcome you on board again very soon.

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Ivan H
June 8, 2026
Incredible trip seeing whales and dolphins. Isi was charming, attentive, and professional. A 10 out of 10 experience; we will repeat it.

Unforgettable experience watching whales and dolphins. We took a boat trip to see whales and dolphins, and the experience was simply spectacular. From the very first moment, everything was very well organized; the trip was beautiful, and we were lucky to enjoy these animals in an incredible setting. But what really made the difference was the treatment we received from Israel. He was a charming, approachable, kind, and very professional person at all times. It is clear that he enjoys his work and cares that all passengers have a special experience. He explained everything to us with great patience, paid attention to every detail, and made the excursion even more beautiful. Without a doubt, a completely recommendable activity. We took home a precious memory and, above all, we are very grateful for the human and attentive treatment from Israel. We would repeat it without a second thought.

Operator response

Muchísimas gracias por compartir una reseña tan bonita. Nos alegra enormemente saber que disfrutaron de la experiencia viendo ballenas y delfines y que todo estuvo a la altura de sus expectativas. Agradecemos especialmente sus palabras hacia Israel. Le transmitiremos su mensaje, ya que comentarios como el suyo reconocen el esfuerzo, la pasión y la dedicación que pone en cada excursión para que nuestros pasajeros vivan una experiencia única e inolvidable. Esperamos tener el placer de recibirles nuevamente a bordo muy pronto.

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V4186VSmichaelh
May 28, 2026
Great experience

Excellent trip for whale and dolphin spotting. We took the 2 hour short cruise. Saw about 5 pods of pilot whales and 3 pods of dolphins. We got within 10-20 meters of some whales, who swam alongside the boat for a minute or two, while some dolphins swam underneath the boat. You won't need binoculars! The swim stop is short, so book the 5 hour trip if you want more than quick dip. Staff were friendly and helpful, water is provided for free, drinks for 2-3 euros.

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Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience spotting pilot whales and dolphins, and that you were able to see them so closely. It’s also great to know that our crew helped make your trip enjoyable and comfortable. Thank you for sharing your helpful tips about the swim stop and trip options for future guests. It was a pleasure having you on board, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon! 🐋🐬⛵️

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