Catamaran Whale & Dolphin Watching Tenerife 3-Hour Tour

Hear whales and dolphins through underwater speakers on a 3-hour catamaran cruise

You board a solar-powered catamaran and spend three hours listening to whales and dolphins through underwater speakers while sailing Tenerife's south coast. The boat anchors for a swim and snorkel, then serves sandwiches and drinks on deck. You get the marine guide's knowledge, the hydrophone system, and the water time all in one morning or afternoon slot.

Step-by-step itinerary

Whale watching and snorkeling tour

• Arrive at port 20 minutes early
• Board eco catamaran with solar panels
• Watch and listen to whales and dolphins
• Sail along south coast of island
• Pass by Los Gigantes Cliffs
• Anchor for swimming and snorkeling
• Enjoy catering with sandwiches and drinks
• Relax on deck or in hammock if reserved

The experience

The hydrophone speakers crackle to life and suddenly you're not just watching the ocean. You're listening to it. Whale clicks and dolphin whistles pour through the deck speakers in real time, and it hits different when you realize you're hearing actual conversation happening meters below. The eco catamaran carries you along Tenerife's south coast for three hours, solar panels catching light while the professional marine guide points out where the pods are moving, what the sounds mean, what you're actually witnessing.

Around midway through, the boat anchors near Los Gigantes Cliffs and the crew invites you in. The water is cold enough to wake you up properly, and the snorkeling is straightforward: no gear hassle, just mask and fins if you want them. Some people stay on deck in one of the four hammocks (you have to ask when you book, and yes, they fill up), nursing a beer and watching the cliffs rise up like they're holding the island together. Sandwiches and drinks are already waiting, included, no upsell.

The crew runs a tight ship without the corporate feel. You're out for three hours total, which means you need to show up twenty minutes early for boarding, but that's the only real logistics catch. The boat handles all fitness levels, and if you're bringing an infant, they sit on your lap. Nothing fancy, just practical. Public transport gets you to the port if you don't have a rental car, so it's accessible even if you're moving around the island without wheels.

What’s included

Your three-hour cruise includes the professional crew and marine guide, the live underwater hydrophone system so you hear whale and dolphin sounds, entry to the snorkeling and swimming stop, sandwiches, fruit, beer, water, and soft drinks served on board. Taxes and fees are already built in.

Before you book

Days and timesDaily · 10:30, 14:00, 16:00 and 17:30

AgesAges 12+ · 3 to 11 years · Under 3

Meeting point and pickupNo pickup · ends where it startsMeeting point, per the operator: “Arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time for boarding. To reach de boat: highway TF5 Exit Puerto Colón. When you arrive at the port road down, take…”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by White Tenerife

Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want to see marine life without the noise and crowds of a big tour boat, and who don't mind getting wet. The three-hour window means you fit it into a half-day itinerary, and the hydrophone system is the real difference. You're not guessing what's happening below, you're hearing it.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

3 to 11 years; under 3.

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 24h before the start.

Can you really hear the whales and dolphins clearly?

Yes, the boat has a live underwater hydrophone system with speakers on deck, so you hear their clicks and calls in real time as they happen below.

What's included in the catering?

Sandwiches, fruit, beer, water, and soft drinks. It's served on board and included in the price.

Is there time to swim and snorkel?

Yes. The boat anchors along the south coast, and you can swim and snorkel during the stop. Gear is available if you need it.

How long is the whole tour?

Three hours total on the water, but you need to arrive twenty minutes early for boarding.

Are there hammocks on the boat?

Yes, but only four. You have to request one when you make your reservation, and they book up quickly.

Do I need to be fit or experienced to join?

No, it's suitable for all fitness levels. Infants can come too, sitting on an adult's lap.

How do I get to the port?

Public transportation is available nearby. If you don't have a rental car, you can use local buses or taxis to reach the departure point.

What if I don't want to swim?

You don't have to. You can stay on deck, relax, and watch the cliffs and ocean while others are in the water.