Price of Dolphin and Whale Watching Tours in Tenerife
Are you planning to take advantage of your trip to Tenerife to see whales and dolphins in the wild and don't know how much to budget for it? I'll tell you how much the excursions cost and more.
Whale near the coast | ©-JvL-
Going on a whale watching cruise in Tenerife is one of the most enjoyable experiences you can have during a holiday on the island. But how much do these types of activities cost?
In this post, you will find useful information about the price of tickets to join this excursion. Don't miss out!
How much does a whale watching cruise in Tenerife cost?
There are various options available from approximately £35, so you can choose a cruise to see whales and dolphins in Tenerife according to your interests. Here are some of the alternatives:
- Catamaran trip: if you want to book a peaceful catamaran trip with snacks and drinks on board where you can see bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales for around 3 hours, the price is around €43.
- Cruise with sightings and diving: if you prefer something a little more exciting, then we recommend booking a whale watching tour with diving. However, you should be aware that the price rises to €68, the tour usually lasts around 3 hours, and food and drink are provided during the tour.
- A boat safari: this is the premium option, a boat safari with marine biologists to see and hear whales. If you are a wildlife and animal lover, this is the tour for you, priced at around £55.
If you continue reading, we will give you details of what you will find in each of these options.
Take a catamaran trip and see whales and dolphins in Tenerife
From approximately£43, you can book a catamaran trip in Tenerife where you can see whales and dolphins in the wild. You will sail for around 3 hours along the coast of Adeje in Tenerife in search of these marine animals, accompanied by an expert crew who will tell you all about these impressive creatures.
Snacks and drinks are included in the trip so you can enjoy this relaxing journey in an unrivalled natural setting, with time to take photos or sunbathe on the sun loungers at the front of the boat (price not included).
Facts about this excursion
- Duration: 3 hours
- Affordable price
- Relatively small group
- Lunch included
A luxury cruise to see whales and dolphins in Tenerife
From approximately€68, you can join a 3-hour cruise around the island to see whales and dolphins. You will sail with a group of up to 11 people, and it is the ideal option if you are on a tight budget and don't have much time on the island.
This is a luxury cruise that will take you to the natural habitat of these marine animals so you can contemplate this wonder of nature. Then you'll head out into the Atlantic in search of dolphins, pilot whales, fin whales, turtles and all kinds of marine creatures that cross your path, and you can swim in the water, dive or snorkel...
To ensure you don't miss a thing during the cruise, the group will be accompanied by a professional guide who will help you identify the animals you see and tell you lots of interesting facts about them so you can get to know them a little better.
Information about this excursion
- Duration: 3 hours
- Reasonable price
- Professional guide
- Small group
A boat safari with marine biologists to see and hear whales
From approximately£47, you can enjoy an authentic 3-hour adventure on the Costa Adeje in Tenerife alongside marine biologists aboard a motorboat to see cetaceans in their natural habitat.
The advantage of this boat safari over other cruises is that it is a more intimate experience andthis type of boat allows you to move quickly towards a group of whales to see them up close and listen to them with the boat's hydrophone.
Information about this excursion
- Duration: 3 hours
- Reasonable price
- Marine biologists and hydrophone
- Small group
Is it possible to go on a whale watching cruise for free or at a discount?
As for discounts or promotions on whale watching cruises in Tenerife, there are none as such, but there are reduced rates on some tours for certain groups such as children or pensioners. Babies can participate in some of these excursions for free and you can take your pushchairs with you.
However, if you are planning to do this as a family, before buying your tickets, I advise you to pay close attention to the details of the activity so that you don't get any unexpected surprises in this regard after booking.
Tickets for whale watching cruises are selling fast! Book them online
Book your tickets as soon as possible to get on a cruise where you can see wild whales in the open Atlantic.
These activities are very popular on the island (especially during the high tourist season), so I recommend buying your tickets online to avoid missing out on the date you want to go on the excursion. It's easy, quick and convenient!
What's more, if something unexpected comes up, you can cancel the excursion free of charge at least 24 hours before the start of the activity.