Catamaran 4.5hrs Excursion Whale and Dolphin Tour to Los Gigantes

This tour departs from Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje and sails along the dramatic coastline in search of whales and dolphins. Pass the iconic Los Gigantes cliffs and the stunning Barranco de Masca while your guide shares fascinating insights into marine life. Relax on deck, soak up the sun, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery before returning to port.

Description

Catamaran 4.5hrs Excursion Whale and Dolphin Tour to Los Gigantes

Experience the thrill of Tenerife’s marine life on this 4.5-hour catamaran adventure. Spot whales and dolphins in their natural habitat, swim in crystal-clear waters, enjoy a delicious lunch, and take in breathtaking coastal views—including the dramatic Los Gigantes cliffs and the stunning Barranco de Masca.

The Experience

Pick-up is available from designated locations in select areas of Tenerife, including Golf del Sur, Los Gigantes, and the main south coast. Alternatively, clients can choose to meet us directly at Puerto Colón. From there, your 4.5-hour catamaran adventure begins.

As you sail, your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights into the lives of whales and dolphins. Explaining their behaviors, habitats, feeding habits, and the incredible distances they travel during migration. You’ll pass by the spectacular Los Gigantes cliffs, towering over the coastline with their dramatic, sheer faces.

During the excursion, stop at the stunning Barranco de Masca, a dramatic gorge renowned for its rugged landscapes and pristine beauty. Here, you can enjoy a swim, relax on deck, and soak up the sun while savoring a delicious lunch, taking in the breathtaking coastal views.

The excursion concludes back at Puerto Colón. If you selected the transport option, we’ll take you back to the designated drop-off points near your accommodation, leaving you free to unwind after an unforgettable day at sea.

Why Choose Tenerife First Excursions for booking this specific tour ?

  • Booking with Tenerife First Excursions offers several benefits. Their deep local knowledge ensures the best whale sightings, enhancing your experience with expert insights. You can enjoy a luxurious 4.5 hour trip with complimentary food and drinks, making for a comfortable and indulgent journey.
  • Additionally, the trip includes a swim stop in crystal-clear waters, allowing you to fully enjoy the ocean.
  • You’ll have the chance to spot resident whales, dolphins, turtles, and possibly larger whales, making it a diverse and thrilling adventure. Choose Tenerife First Excursions for a memorable and exclusive experience.

Food & Drinks
Chicken meatballs in sauce, Huertano rice, bread, and Canarian banana are included on this trip.

A special menu for celiacs and vegans is available upon request.

Soft drinks, water, beer, and sangria are included.

Ice creams are available for purchase on board.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Transfer service is not available from hotels near Puerto Colón. Guests must make their own way to the port.

Sunbeds are an optional extra 25€ per double bed (for 2 people). They can’t be reserved in advance, so payment is made on the day. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the tour.

PRICES

  • Adult (over 13 years old): €60
  • Child (5-12 years old): €30
  • Infant (0-4 years old): Free
  • Wailani A Avatar
    Wailani A
    5 star rating
    3/30/2023
    Lovely dolphins and whales :) The boat tour was great we were lucky enough to see a lot of dolphins and pilot whales. The views were amazing. For me was my first experience going into the open water and I discovered myself that I get motion sickness so if you haven’t been into a boat before, I recommend you to get some tablets beforehand just in case. Everything else was amazing and will do try it again in some future.
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    Robyn Gaskin Avatar
    Robyn Gaskin
    7/01/2024
    Hired a moped from here for two days as a couple.The guy there couldn’t have been more helpful.Fantastic way to get around the island and the roads are so safe to drive on.
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    Gustavs Kuks Avatar
    Gustavs Kuks
    11/08/2025
    We booked a 4.5h whale + dolphin watching tour through TFE, and Sue was very helpful with all the details. The tour ended up happening via Freebird catamarans (dunno if directly or using their boats), and I was a little skeptical since there were old reviews of bad experiences, but our trip was very pleasant. We managed to snag one of the first sunbeds (first come basis when you board the boat for 25EUR, very much recommend this), so we got to enjoy a beautiful view of the island and Los Gigantes, and a ride on the waves. The captain said the ride is a bit choppy, but it didnt seem too bad - all our stuff stayed in place, just make sure to put something heavy on your towels if you get up so the wind doesnt blow them away. We were served a nice rice+chicken lunch, and had access to free drinks. The crew entertained us with excellent music selection, and on the way back we managed to watch pilot whales for about 20 minutes, quite close at times (captn said 99% chance of seeing whales when we went in November). Our only "complaint" is that we wish more time was spent with the animals, but I think we just need a different tour for that - this was 90% relaxing, sightseeing, and swimming (which we still thoroughly recommend)
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    laura k Avatar
    laura k
    5 star rating
    8/19/2024
    Amazing week in Tenerife, thanks to Sarah and her team ❤️ We booked all of our trips with Sarah. She was super friendly and felt like a friend. Because we booked quite a few activities we had a lot of money knocked off aswel. LORO PARQUE We did Loro Parque with coach transfer from Los Cristianos. The coach was about an hour and a half. The park itself was amazing. Our main reason for the visit was to see the Orca whales. They didn't disappoint. Beautiful animals. 😍 Note...the park doesn't sell bottles of anything, all drinks are in cans. SIAM PARK NIGHT We queued an hour for the new ride and then rode the lazy river and rapids for an hour. Spent an hour on the beach in the wave machines. Still extremely busy but not hot. Could see some children shivering. We left around 11pm and jumped straight into a taxi. KAYAK TOUR Both instructors were lovely. They take photos and videos and send them for free to your email. It's a long way to paddle to the fish farm but it was totally worth it! We saw turtles and about 15 dolphins swimming past us. Truly amazing. You get to snorkel in a cove which was fun, but the water is very choppy. Definitely take water and suncream. PARASCENDING We loved this! You get taken in a little motor boat to the boat in the ocean. You can't take anything with you for safety but it's all kept in lockers. They take photos which you can purchase for €20 afterwards. 10 minutes flying time and get dipped in the ocean on you way back in. It was so much fun. 15 year old son wanted to do this again! PARAGLIDING Amazing. I had the loveliest guy who talked me through everything. You have to wait at the top of the mountain for a while until the wind is in the right direction. Then you have to run (this was so funny) once you take flight you sit back and relax and take in the view. Again, they take photos and videos of you which you can purchase at the end (€45) The team were lovely and always available by WhatsApp if you have any questions. Thankyou so so much. We had an amazing week in Tenerife. We will book with you next time 🥰
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  • Millie123_12 Avatar
    Millie123_12
    4 star rating
    8/12/2022
    Interesting evening surfing our galaxy Make syre you have your phone on half ann hour before your pick up time as they will call you if they are running late.We were in a small group of 6 (there was a bus as well). Very informative guides. Meal was basic but had Cava/soft drink further on at sunset and a small hot chocolate, ironically whilst exploring our Galaxy.With this trip photographs are taken by your guides: of you; the group; sunset and stars. These are available through a link later and included in the cost.It is a late finish don't plan anything for early next day, like us!
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    Craig Bowcock Avatar
    Craig Bowcock
    9/08/2024
    I booked in with first excursions

    doing the duel ticket for

    Siam Park & Lorro Park

    Both as good as each other enjoyed the full experience. Was well worth the prices paid.

    Also booked the Stargazing tour with these guys. I couldn't wish for anything better than to experience something so beautiful. Was lost for words 😄

    From start to finish the staff and the teams that are included it's definitely 5stars from my self and my partner.

    Enjoy the fellow followers and get them tickets booked!!

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
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    Steve Doohan Avatar
    Steve Doohan
    5/23/2021
    Excellent service, excellent range of excursions and a very friendly, personal, bespoke vibe. Unlike many excursion operators, TFE only sell deals on the best quality tours which they have vetted personally so others might be a couple of Euros cheaper but you are taking the risk of encountering lower standards. You get what you pay for.Dan the amiable Irish owner takes his personal reputation very seriously and his staff are also excellent. They will do you a package deal discount if you book three or more trips. Couldn’t recommend them more.
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    Garry Avatar
    Garry
    4/14/2022
    3h whale watching excursion with pick up from Los Cristianos.
    Unfortunately, my wife was taken ill the morning of our trip, and at very short notice we had to cancel. Rescheduling I thought would be almost impossible at such short notice, so I understood/expected we would lose the money paid out for the trip, or so I thought…. I would like to say a massive thank you to Sahar, who is an absolute star, and after much effort on her part actually managed to rearrange the trip for later in the week. We really appreciate Sahar’s help, total respect.
    The whale watching trip was fun and amazing, many a spotted dolphin and pilot whale were seen. All in all, a very professional service from start to finish. My thanks to everyone involved.
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