An unforgettable experience awaits you. No dolphin parks, no sea life attractions just these beautiful marine animals in their natural habitat. With a strict ‘no chase’ policy the preservation of the marine life is paramount. A day out with whale watching in Tenerife will provide you with the opportunity to see these magnificent creatures that are residents of the waters surrounding Tenerife. An experience not to be missed!
Tenerife has become one of the best places to spot whales in their natural habitat and Pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins have inhabited the area just off the south west coast of Tenerife. The waters boast some of the best conditions for both whales and dolphins, with the area being rich in food sources for these majestic marine mammals. Most whales feed on squid and there is an abundance of squid in the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean surrounding Tenerife. Over 21 different species of whale have been spotted off the south coast of Tenerife from the colossal 10 metre long Sperm Whale to the popular sight of the Killer Whale or Orca.
One of the most common sightings is the short-finned Pilot Whale. Pilot Whales are often almost black in colour and are easily recognised by their bulbous head shape. They are highly sociable mammals and often travel in pods of around 30 family members making them easy to spot in the Ocean.
It is not just whales that you may see on your day out. The waters surrounding the Canaries are also home to dolphins. Bottle nosed dolphins can often be seen from the boat. These mammals live in groups of around 10 – 30 consisting of females and calves with males swimming separately to the pod. During winter months it is also common to see the Short-Beaked Common Dolphin which is one of the fastest swimmers in the Atlantic and they love to play and jump alongside the boat.
There is a strict policy onboard and the captain will not chase or disturb the marine life and as such they often come to the boat themselves and swim alongside as you travel on the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Any mammals that choose to swim alongside the boat come because they want to.
Price List of Tenerife Whale Watching in 2023:
| Age | Standard Price | Online Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (≥ 13) | 35 € | 25 € |
| Child (6 – 12) | 20 € | 12.5 € |
| Infant (2 – 5) | 10€ | 5 € |
Whale Watching in Tenerife is everyday except Monday between 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM or at 1:00 to 3:00 PM.
There are no hotel transfers for Whale Watching in Tenerife. Boat is located in Los Cristianos Port. You can either walk there or take a taxi.
On arriving on the boat you may choose your spot to best observe the surrounding waters with comfortable seating available inside as well as on deck. The boat is called Bahriyeli and is a wooden sailing boat. It is the ONLY boat that boasts a resident marine biologist guide, ready to answer any questions that you may have. The marine biologist is on hand to chat with you throughout the excursion and share information about the species that you have seen.
From the boat you will be able to take in the astounding coastline of Tenerife with spectacular views of Tenerife’s volcano Mount Teide. As you sail along the south coast of the island you will have the opportunity to spot may different aquatic life. The Marine biologist will be on board to help you identify Sperm Whales, Fin Whales, turtles, many different species of dolphins, Jelly Fish and marine Birds.
The captain and crew are extremely knowledgeable and are on hand to assist with any enquiries that you may have.
On board it is forbidden to use throw away plastic cups so as to avoid polluting our Oceans and seas. You may purchase a cup at the cost of 1 Euro which you may use throughout the whole trip and take home with you at the end. There is a bar available on board for you to purchase refreshments.
Tours depart every day EXCEPT Monday at 11am or 1pm with each excursion lasting approximately 2hours. The Bahriyeli is fully equipped with lifejackets for every passenger and is a registered member of the Whalewatching Quality Charter. Washroom facilities are available onboard.
