Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise & Swim, Los Cristianos
Description
Step aboard the traditional Peter Pan boat in Los Cristianos and enjoy a respectful whale and dolphin watching cruise along Tenerife’s stunning south coast. With a maximum of 60 passengers on board, this tour offers more space and a more comfortable experience than many crowded whale watching excursions. The boat’s low decks, close to sea level, provide excellent views of the ocean and fantastic opportunities to spot dolphins and resident pilot whales in their natural habitat. During the 2-hour cruise, our multilingual guide will share fascinating insights about Tenerife’s marine wildlife, local cetacean population, and coastline. Weather and sea conditions permitting, we will make a short swimming stop of approximately 15 minutes in a beautiful coastal area. Our experienced crew follows responsible whale watching guidelines, ensuring a respectful approach that does not disturb the animals’ natural behaviour. This tour is perfect for couples, families, and small groups looking for an authentic whale and dolphin watching experience in Tenerife.
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Your adventure begins aboard our iconic Peter Pan boat. Departing from Los Cristianos, we will cruise along Tenerife’s south coast in search of the resident whales and dolphins that inhabit these waters year-round. As we set sail, our experienced guide will welcome you on board, provide a brief safety introduction, and explain what to expect during this 2-hour cruise. Relax and enjoy the journey as you take in the stunning coastal scenery, watch for whales and dolphins in their natural habitat, and, weather and sea conditions permitting, enjoy a refreshing swim stop in the Atlantic Ocean.
After departing from Los Cristianos Harbour and enjoying a relaxing cruise along Tenerife’s south coast, we will begin our search for the resident pilot whales that are frequently found in these waters. As you observe these remarkable animals in their natural habitat, our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights about their behaviour, biology, and the unique marine ecosystem that makes Tenerife one of the best whale-watching destinations in Europe.
As we make our way back towards the coast, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing swim in the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can enter the water directly from the boat, either from the main deck or, for the more adventurous, from the upper deck – a unique experience that only a few whale-watching boats in Tenerife can offer. Please note that the swimming stop is always subject to weather and sea conditions, with the safety of our passengers remaining our highest priority at all times.
At the end of the tour, we will return to Los Cristianos Harbour. As we approach the marina, our guide will conclude the experience with a brief recap of the marine wildlife spotted during the cruise and the highlights of your journey along Tenerife’s south coast. We hope you leave with unforgettable memories of your whale and dolphin watching adventure in Tenerife.
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Important Information
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair users can join the tour provided they are able to walk on board the vessel.
Reviews(265)
amazing experience to see the animals in their natural environment. Crew were really friendly and knowledgeable and therefore made the excursion that extra special. Would highly recommend
I was so excited for this experience… sadly I found it really hard to enjoy as my little one suffered sea sickness the duration of the trip. But that’s not at fault of the company or crew! What can I say about the crew on the boat. They were so kind and caring for myself and my little one. The most lovely man checked on her throughout, gave her ice for her neck, water to cool us and cola for a bit of sugar. I appreciated it. He sat and spoke to us and made a hard time feel a little better. There was beautiful views of mount teide and whales , a shark and dolphins. I just wish I had prepared better as we hadn’t been on a boat like this before. It was choppy for us, but many others were unaffected. The price was really reasonable and it was special to see these animals in their natural habitat rather than the zoo
A really enjoyable trip , the tour guide was very informative, very well versed in many languages and took time to explain the local landmarks , wales and dolphins. There was a swim stop for those that wanted or could. The boat was clean and tidy with refreshments available from the bar . Toilets available on board. I would give this a 10/10 . Don’t forget …… if you don’t see any whales or Dolphins it’s not down to the skill of the crew, it’s nature , we got lucky and saw both but appreciated the fact we might not have .
Nice experience, although we didn't even see dolphins.
We had a wonderful trip with Izzy and the crew! Izzy was professional, welcoming, really knowledgeable about the sea and marine animals and very attentive to everyone’s needs. We saw pilot whales and turtles in the marine protected area which was amazing! Rough seas meant no swimming but the crew obviously put safety first. Thanks for a fabulous afternoon!
Everything was perfect, we saw whales, dolphins, and a turtle. The crew was incredibly kind and hospitable, the swim in the middle of the ocean was fantastic. An experience absolutely to be had in Tenerife.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted you were able to see whales, dolphins and even a turtle. It's fantastic to hear that our crew made you feel so welcome and that you enjoyed the swim in the Atlantic. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board during your next visit to Tenerife!
Absolutely horrific.. it put us off boats for life’s especially my 9 year old daughter who vomited alongside at least half of the rest of the passengers on the boat. Having said this, the staff were absolutely brilliant and very attentive to try to make sick passengers feel better.
We're very sorry that the sea conditions made the trip so uncomfortable for you and especially for your daughter. We understand how unpleasant seasickness can be. Thank you for recognising our crew's efforts—they are always attentive and do everything they can to assist affected guests. We truly hope you'll have the chance to enjoy the sea again in calmer conditions.
The captain and crew were amazing! We saw Dolphins, whales and hammerhead sharks and got to jump off the boat for a swim in the beautiful waters. My children did get quite sea sick and the crew were incredible in helping look after them and knew exactly what to do to help them. Highly recommend. Great experience!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted you enjoyed the trip and were lucky enough to see dolphins, whales and even hammerhead sharks. We're sorry your children felt seasick, but we're pleased our crew could help make them more comfortable. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you all back on board soon!
The worst experience ever !!! 5 hrs on boat where people are sick around . For 5 hrs you just sat . Only speaking Spanish so never understand where we are or what’s happening !!!! On swim they not provide life jackets !!! We paid 110€ just for sat down on wodden bench watching people throwing up
We're sorry your experience didn't meet your expectations. Safety is always our priority, and life jackets are available on request for guests who need them during the swim stop. Our tours are normally guided in several languages depending on the passengers on board. We regret that the sea conditions affected your trip and appreciate your feedback.
Expected more about the experience and the service.however one of the stuff member was nice and communication was smooth and clear as she spoke different languages.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the experience didn't fully meet your expectations. We truly appreciate your kind words about our crew member and are pleased to know her multilingual communication made you feel well looked after. Your comments are valuable to us, and we'll use them to continue improving the overall experience and service we provide. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on board again in the future.
