Whale and dolphin watching tour Tenerife: Small group yacht

See whales and dolphins on the water without the crowds

A 2-hour whale and dolphin watching tour in Tenerife's south aboard an Italian-style yacht with a maximum of 12 passengers and a marine wildlife expert guide. The boat carries refreshments and a restroom, and the operator holds Blue Boat certification for responsible marine wildlife observation. Live guides speak English and Spanish.

The experience

You board the White Dreams in southern Tenerife and spend two hours watching for whales, dolphins and turtles in their natural habitat. The yacht carries no more than 12 passengers, so the deck does not crowd and the guide can answer questions without shouting over a mob. A marine wildlife expert narrates what you are seeing (which species, why they gather here, how they behave), so the sightings mean something instead of just happening. The boat holds a restroom and serves soft drinks, beer, water and fruit on board.

The operator holds Blue Boat certification, which means the trip follows strict rules about distance, speed and approach to protect the animals and their habitat. During the voyage, the crew collects marine litter from the water, so you are watching wildlife while actively supporting conservation. The waters off Tenerife's south coast are where endemic cetaceans congregate, making sightings likely, though weather and animal movement mean no sighting is guaranteed on any single trip.

The whole outing runs three hours from start to finish. Infants can ride in a stroller, and the boat suits all fitness levels since you are seated the entire time. Public transport reaches the departure point, so you do not need a rental car to get there.

What’s included

• Soft drinks, beer, bottled water and fresh fruit on board.
• a marine wildlife expert guide in English or Spanish.
• a restroom on board.
• masks, gloves and hand sanitizer.
• Blue Boat certified operation that collects marine litter during the trip to support conservation.

Information

Lasts 3h, runs Monday to Saturday, 4 start times, from € 55 per person, with a live guide in English and Spanish, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 10:00, 13:00, 16:00 and 19:00Another day? ›

GroupPrivate7 group tours ›

Live guideEnglish and SpanishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.1 with pickup ›

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (2 and older) · Infant (under 2): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h 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

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Exmaran

Is this one for you?The boat rocks with the sea, so if you get motion sickness easily, take medication before boarding. The 2-hour voyage keeps the time on water short enough for most travelers, and you stay seated the whole time, so no walking or swimming is required.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 2): free.

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.

What whales and dolphins live in the waters around Tenerife?

The White Dreams targets endemic cetacean species that congregate in Tenerife's southern waters year-round. The guide identifies them during the trip and explains their behavior and habitat, though which species you encounter depends on the day's conditions and animal movement.

How many people go on the whale watching tour?

The boat carries a maximum of 12 passengers, keeping the group small enough that everyone gets a clear view and the guide can answer questions without the deck feeling crowded.

What happens if we don't see whales or dolphins?

The operator does not guarantee cetacean sightings because weather conditions and wild animal movement are unpredictable. The trip still covers the coves of southern Tenerife and includes the refreshments and marine litter collection, but sightings depend on what the sea offers on the day you go.

Is there a restroom on the boat?

Yes, the White Dreams has a restroom on board for the 2-hour voyage.

What drinks and food are included?

The tour includes soft drinks, beer, bottled water and a selection of fruit served during the trip. Sunscreen is not provided, so bring your own.