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): €39
  • Infant (0 – 1 years old): Free
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  • David Kelly Avatar
    David Kelly
    12/23/2019
    I Loved Tenerife and I So Would go Back their Again the Tours were Amazing the Weather was Fabulous and I Really enjoyed Flying their to so Yeah.. I Really Would Recommend it 😀😊😉👍👍 I Really Loved Tenerife. ❤😀
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    Steve Coster
    8/19/2020
    Have used Tenerife First Excursions several times. Friendly service and exceptional support.
    Will use every time and recommend to others
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    Natalee Fitzgerald Avatar
    Natalee Fitzgerald
    10/29/2022
    Great tour company. I booked with Sarah. She was extremely professional and very genuine in ensuring your experience was highly enjoyable.
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    Juanjo H Avatar
    Juanjo H
    5 star rating
    7/12/2024
    Experiencia genial Ha sido una experiencia inolvidable, lo hemos pasado genial, el paseo, ver las ballenas y delfines, hemos disfrutado mucho, sobre todo las niñas que tenían mucha ilusión. El capitán muy amable y Fabrizio encantador en todo momento, muy pendiente de todo y súper simpático. Somos los Malagueños!! Os deseamos lo mejor. Muchas gracias por todo.
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    Sharon C
    5 star rating
    4/11/2025
    Fantastic company to book excursion Been coming to Tenerife for years, never been to Loro park zoo Claire took great care of us and booked everything, Communication great and nothing appeared to be a problem. Fantastic future excursions will definitely be booked through Claire. For those who haven’t visited this zoo, I advise that you do, Orca show amazing and even got to see the new babyGorillas so funny, and the coral exhibit amazing.Food and drinks reasonable prices
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    Go44454868821
    5 star rating
    4/22/2023
    CANARY KAYAK TENERIFE Had a brilliant time, instructors were lovely, safety conscious and very informative. Snorkelling with the fish and seeing the wildlife made this trip extra special. We can’t recommend this company enough. Thank you
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    U1737HProbertd
    5 star rating
    6/01/2022
    Great experience I found Daniel and Lisafay very helpful and lovely people to talk to. The whale watching was amazing as we saw 2 types of dolphin and also pilot whales.The captain was very entertaining and it was a very relaxing experience.
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    Jody D
    5 star rating
    4/03/2026
    The Best Jet Ski Experience First time booking a jet ski experience with Tenerife First Excursions and by a mile it was the best one we’ve been on. Due to a poor experience with a different company on our previous visit I decided to do things differently this time. I contacted Tenerife First Excursions through WhatsApp while still in the UK. Roxie responded within minutes with all the information I needed, such as price list, the best day to go for best weather conditions and what steps to take when booking. Once we decided to book the 1 hr trip, Roxie sent me the payment link and within 10 minutes of contacting them, it was booked I was sent the invoice on WhatsApp, which you will need to show on the day along with photos of your id or passport details. I was sent all the details of where to go for the meeting point and once we were in Puerto Colon, it was easy to find. The lads on the boat from Extreme Skis were brilliant and made sure everyone on the trip was looked after whatever experience they had. The jet ski was the best one I have been on and was in immaculate condition, we had the best fun. Have no worries about booking with this outfit, whether you are already on Tenerife or before you fly out. It was a straight forward experience and a brilliant morning on the jet ski. We won’t book with anyone else.
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