Whale watching catamaran Tenerife: 2–3 hours, unlimited drinks

Pilot whales and dolphins 3 miles from the coast, drinks flowing the whole way back.

A 2- or 3-hour whale and dolphin watching tour departing from Puerto Colon in Tenerife, traveling 3 miles offshore where pilot whales live permanently and can be seen year-round. The catamaran also passes fish-farms where dolphins often hunt. Unlimited beer, soft drinks and bottled water are included. You choose between a morning or afternoon departure, and either the shorter or extended route. A live guide speaks English, Spanish or Russian.

Step-by-step itinerary

Whale watching catamaran excursion

• Arrive at Puerto Colon Gate 4 early
• Exchange ticket for boarding card
• Depart on catamaran from Puerto Colon
• Travel 3 miles offshore to see whales
• Observe pilot whales and dolphins
• Sail back along the coast
• Enjoy free drinks onboard

The experience

The boat leaves Puerto Colon at one of four set times (11:00 or 16:00 for the 2-hour run, or 13:15 and 16:00 for the 3-hour version), so you pick the slot that fits your day. You'll be at the gate 15 minutes early to trade your ticket for a boarding card, then settle in as the catamaran heads 3 miles out to the feeding grounds where pilot whales live year-round. This is not a seasonal sighting. The whales are there, and the odds of seeing them are what bring people back.

Once offshore, the route swings past the fish-farms where dolphins hunt for an easy meal. You watch them work the water while the boat moves along the coast. The 2-hour tour turns back after that. The 3-hour option keeps going, giving you more time to track movement and watch the water. Drinks flow throughout: beer, soft drinks and bottled water are unlimited, so you're not rationing or buying rounds at a bar price.

The guide is live and speaks your language (English, Spanish or Russian), so you get real information about what you're seeing instead of a recording. The return is a sail back along the coast, which is why people mention the ride itself as part of the draw. Arrive early, bring a light layer if the wind picks up on the water, and know that if seasickness is a concern for you, this is the one thing the boat cannot fix.

What’s included

• Unlimited beer, soft drinks and bottled water throughout the tour.
• live guide in English, Spanish or Russian.
• return journey sailing along the coast.

Options for this experience

4 options

Two-hour whale watching trip (11:00)Guide in English, Spanish or Russian · 11:00A 2-hour excursion to see whales and dolphins, then a sail back along the coast. Free drinks are included (water, lemonade, Fanta, cola and beer). Observe the whales and dolphins in their natural habitat.

Two-hour whale watching trip (16:00)Guide in English, Spanish or Russian · 16:00A 2-hour excursion to see whales and dolphins, then a sail back along the coast. Free drinks are included (water, lemonade, Fanta, cola and beer). Observe the whales and dolphins in their natural habitat.

Three-hour whale watching trip (13:15)Guide in English, Spanish or Russian · 13:15A 3-hour excursion to see whales and dolphins, with a stop in a bay for swimming and snorkelling, then a sail back along the coast. Free drinks and a sandwich are included.

Three-hour whale watching trip (16:00)Guide in English, Spanish or Russian · Available from 20 Jun 2027A 3-hour excursion to see whales and dolphins, with a stop in a bay for swimming and snorkelling, then a sail back along the coast. Free drinks and a sandwich are included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00, 13:15 and 16:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (11 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Eden Catamaran SL

Is this one for you?Book the 2-hour tour if you want the core experience (whales, dolphins and the return sail) in a morning or late-afternoon slot. Choose the 3-hour version if you have the time and want to stay longer on the water watching the dolphins work the fish-farms and tracking the whales' movement.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I see whales and dolphins on this tour year-round?

Pilot whales live permanently in the waters 3 miles off Puerto Colon, so they can be seen throughout the year. The dolphins often appear at the fish-farms the catamaran passes on the return route.

What drinks are included on the whale watching tour?

Unlimited beer, soft drinks and bottled water are included for the entire 2- or 3-hour excursion at no extra cost.

What time does the boat leave Puerto Colon?

Four departure times are available: 11:00 and 16:00 for the 2-hour tour, and 13:15 and 16:00 for the 3-hour tour. You choose which one suits your schedule when you book.

How far offshore does the catamaran travel?

The boat travels 3 miles from the coast to reach the area where pilot whales feed and live. The route then passes fish-farms on the return journey along the coast.

Do I need to arrive early?

Yes, be at Puerto Colon Gate Number 4 at least 15 minutes before departure so you can exchange your ticket for a boarding card before the boat leaves.