Whale and Dolphin Watching Yacht Trip – 3 Hours from Puerto Colon in Costa Adeje

While on a well earned holiday, heading to the sea for a whale-watching excursion sounds like the perfect getaway. It’s so therapeutic to be out on the water and enjoying tasty food and drink. Pilot whales inhabit the temperate waters feeding off giant squid, but bigger whales and some dolphins and turtles pass through too. After this experience, your yacht will take you to a remote bay for delicious food and drinks before taking you deep into crystal clear waters for an invigorating swim, snorkel & amazing photo opertunities.

Description

Experience Tenerife’s marine life on this 3-hour sailing yacht adventure. With a maximum of 11 guests per yacht, this intimate shared experience allows you to enjoy personal attention and a relaxed pace. Spot whales and dolphins in their natural habitat, swim or snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and take in breathtaking views of the coastline, including Tenerife’s dramatic cliffs and picturesque bays. Light snacks and a selection of drinks, including beer, wine, soft drinks, and water, are served on board to complete your experience.

The Experience

Meet us directly at Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje, and from here, your 3-hour sailing adventure begins.

As you sail, your guide shares insights about Tenerife’s marine wildlife, helping you spot pilot whales, dolphins, and other fascinating creatures in their natural environment. The small group size allows for a relaxed experience, letting you enjoy the ocean, the sun, and the stunning coastal scenery.

During the excursion, the yacht anchors in a secluded bay where you can swim, snorkel, or simply relax on deck and enjoy light snacks and drinks. The trip concludes back at Puerto Colón, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Tenerife’s coast and marine life.

Why Choose Tenerife First Excursions for booking this specific tour?

  • Tenerife First Excursions prides itself on creating life-long lasting memories.
  • Our team is dedicated to making sure you and your family, party and/or friends have the most amazing time.
  • It is our absaloute pleasure in making sure you leave Tenerife with the best stories, memories & a feel good attitiude.

What’s Included

  • 3-hour sailing yacht adventure from Puerto Colón
  • Maximum of 11 guests per yacht
  • Expert guide with local marine wildlife knowledge
  • Light lunch and drinks
  • Opportunity to see pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and occasionally larger whales
  • Stop in a secluded bay for swimming, snorkeling, or relaxing on deck. Snorkel gear provided

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Please provide your mobile number with country code so we can send your meeting instructions via WhatsApp/SMS.
  • If your party is booking separately, let us know so we can ensure everyone is on the same boat.
  • We operate more than one sailing yacht for this experience, and departures depend on which yacht your group is placed on. Available departure windows are 9:30–10:00, 12:30–13:00, and 15:30–16:00. Exact departure times and meeting instructions will be provided after booking.
  • We recommend arriving 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

PRICES

  • Adult (over 12 years old): €55
  • Child (2 – 11 years old): €34
  • Infant (0 – 1 years old): Free
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  • Rob Chapman Avatar
    Rob Chapman
    6/04/2022
    Very professional and helpful, one of the very best excursion companies
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    BennTenn10 Avatar
    BennTenn10
    5 star rating
    6/25/2022
    Mega coole Bootstour Wir waren als Paar auf der Galatea mit Käpt'n Parricio. Es war gemütlich und fast familiär und hat uns beiden mega viel Spaß gemacht. Jeder Zeit wieder und es war jeden Cent wert :D.
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    liamp24 Avatar
    liamp24
    5 star rating
    5/05/2022
    Fantastic experience Great host, very knowledgeable and friendly. We saw so many dolphins and whales, he knew all the great spots. Very attentive
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    Glen C Avatar
    Glen C
    5 star rating
    8/26/2024
    Interesting and fun The whole experience and trip was great. Easy to arrange and everything explained on times and pickups. Overall a good day all round 👍
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  • Cokebojan Avatar
    Cokebojan
    5 star rating
    5/10/2022
    Impresionante Excelente organización por parte de Mike, buen trato, muy amable, no hizo falta visitar más comerciales.
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    Sammy Hutchison Avatar
    Sammy Hutchison
    10/15/2025
    Booked VIP tickets to Siam Park and the self drive boats everything went so smoothly from booking to arrival thanks Tenerife First Excursions we absolutely loved it 😂
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    Alexander Jones Avatar
    Alexander Jones
    6/28/2022
    Absolutely fantastic trip Kayaking. Instructor was brilliant and the entire group had a great time. Will definitely recommend and would do it again!
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    Dave Cotton Avatar
    Dave Cotton
    11/11/2021
    can't thank these guys enough friendly professional service from start to finish. easy to sort out what you want and only offer the best on the island did 2 trips with first and they made our holiday special. We booked a buggy safari which was fantastic and the jet skis which are by far the fastest on the island don't waste your money any where else use these guys get the best bang for your buck thanks for everything guys
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