Small-group whale watching in Tenerife by sailing yacht

Small-group whale watching in Tenerife by sailing yacht

3 hours on a sailing yacht from Puerto Colón, Costa Adeje. Max 11 guests, pilot whales on almost every trip, swim stop and snacks included.

€49 per adult · child €39

★ 4.9 · 1,496 Google reviews · Barco Azul licensed

Why guests choose us

11 guests, not a crowd. The big catamarans in Puerto Colón carry dozens of people. On our yachts everyone gets a place at the rail and time to talk to the crew.

Licensed for the whale zone. Mizendoha, Lina Siete and Madoudou are Barco Azul authorised vessels. We approach whales and dolphins only as the Canary Islands rules allow — at a safe distance and for a limited time.

20+ years at sea. Our team has been sailing and watching whales off Tenerife for more than 20 years — we know where the pods feed and how to approach them calmly.

Rated 4.9 by 1,496 guests. Read what they say about the trip and our captains on Google.

What you are likely to see

The waters off Costa Adeje are part of the Teno-Rasca marine protected area, home to one of Europe’s few resident populations of pilot whales.

AnimalHow often we see them
Short-finned pilot whalesAlmost every trip, all year round
Bottlenose dolphinsAbout half of our trips
Sea turtlesSometimes, mostly in summer

Whales and dolphins are wild animals, so no sighting can ever be guaranteed — but these are the odds from our own trips.

Read more about them: pilot whales in Tenerife and their natural habitat.

How the 3 hours go

  1. Board at Puerto Colón. Arrive 15 minutes before departure. Your exact pontoon is in your booking confirmation. The skipper gives a short safety briefing.
  2. Find the pilot whales. We sail out to the whale area off Costa Adeje, usually 20–40 minutes away. The captain finds the pod and explains what you are seeing.
  3. Swim and snorkel. When the sea allows, we anchor in the calm bay at Diego Hernández beach for about 30 minutes of swimming and snorkelling. Masks and snorkels are on board, and we serve sandwiches and fruit with beer, wine, coffee or soft drinks.
  4. Sail back. We return to Puerto Colón about three hours after departure.

What’s included

IncludedNot included
3-hour shared trip with skipper and crewHotel pick-up (optional, paid to the driver)
Sandwich (regular, vegan or gluten-free), fruit and drinks: beer, wine, coffee, cola, Fanta, Sprite and waterTowels — please bring your own
Snorkel masks and swim stopLunch — only a light sandwich is served
Life jackets and insurance

Prices

TicketPrice
Adult (11 years and over)€49
Child (0–10 years)€39

You book individual seats, so solo travellers are welcome. Want the whole yacht for your group? See private whale watching.

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Choose your yacht

All three yachts follow the same route, times and prices. Pick the one with free seats on your date.

  • Mizendoha — Dufour 410 Grand Large, 12.35 m. Our most modern yacht, with a spacious deck — with a boarding ramp and an accessible toilet for wheelchair users.
  • Lina Siete — Jeanneau, 11.62 m. Comfortable and stable — easy to move around on board, good for families.
  • Madoudou — Beneteau Oceanis 440 by Bruce Farr, 13.50 m. Our largest yacht, with the most room on deck.

What guests say

“Being in a small group made the trip even more special. Captain Marco was excellent.” — Mayara Yano, Google

“The experience was amazing with captain Rudolfo. The dolphins were just a few metres away.” — Justine Sidorenko, Google

Meeting point and getting there

All trips leave from Puerto Colón marina, Costa Adeje — about 20 minutes by car from Tenerife South airport. Arrive 15 minutes early. Open in Google Maps

Need a lift? Our van picks you up from your hotel for up to 8 guests, paid to the driver:

  • Los Cristianos to Playa Paraíso: from €10 per person
  • Playa San Juan to Golf del Sur: €50 return
  • Other areas: price on request — ask on WhatsApp

What to bring

Sunscreen, a hat, swimwear, a towel and a light jacket. It can feel cool on the water, even in summer.

FAQ

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Will we see whales?

Almost certainly. Short-finned pilot whales live off Costa Adeje all year, and we see them on almost every trip. Bottlenose dolphins join on about half of our trips. They are wild animals, so no one can guarantee a sighting.

How much does the trip cost?

€49 per adult and €39 per child aged 0–10. The price includes the 3-hour trip, a sandwich, fruit, drinks — beer, wine, coffee, soft drinks and water — and snorkel gear.

What are the departure times?

Every day at 09:30, 12:30 and 15:30. The trip lasts about three hours.

Which departure is best?

We see whales at all three times. The 09:30 trip usually has the calmest sea; the 15:30 trip has the softest light for photos.

Can I book just one seat?

Yes. This is a shared trip, so you book individual seats and sail with up to 10 other guests.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes. Families with children of all ages sail with us. Children must stay with an adult at all times. Children’s life jackets are on board — just ask the crew.

Can wheelchair users join?

Yes. Mizendoha has a boarding ramp and an accessible toilet on board. Tell us when you book so we plan your trip on Mizendoha and the crew is ready to help you on board. Unfortunately, guide dogs cannot come on board.

Do you have vegan or gluten-free food?

Yes. Choose a regular, vegan or gluten-free sandwich — let us know when you book.

I get seasick — what should I do?

Take a seasickness tablet 30–60 minutes before boarding, stay in the middle of the yacht and look at the horizon. The morning trip is usually the calmest.

Can we swim during the trip?

Yes, when the sea allows. We stop in the calm bay at Diego Hernández beach for swimming and snorkelling, and masks are on board.

Is hotel pick-up included?

No, but we can arrange it — from €10 per person between Los Cristianos and Playa Paraíso, €50 return between Playa San Juan and Golf del Sur. You pay the driver.

How do I pay, and can I cancel?

You pay the full price or a 50% deposit online when you book. If you cancel 5 days or more before the trip, you get a full refund; between 5 days and 48 hours, 50% of what you paid; less than 48 hours before, or if you don’t show up, no refund. If the captain cancels the trip because of the weather, you choose another date or a full refund.

Daily · 09:30 · 12:30 · 15:30

The pilot whales are out there today.

Small-group sailing from €49, or the whole yacht for your group from €399. Departures from Puerto Colón, Costa Adeje.

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